Get Involved
Every contribution — gift, time, or word — supports an Indigenous scholar.
Donate
Cedar Spirit Foundation routes donations through Chuckanut Health Foundation’s secure giving portal. CHF provides our administrative services — including donation processing and accounting — so your gift reaches our scholars cleanly and transparently. All donations are tax-deductible under our 501(c)(3) status (EIN 33-2005800).
Give securely
Make a gift to Cedar Spirit Foundation
Donations are processed by Chuckanut Health Foundation through their secure Charity Proud portal. You’ll receive an immediate email receipt for your records.
Opens in a new window. The CHF portal accepts credit/debit cards. For wire transfers, donor-advised funds, or stock gifts, please contact us directly.
Support the Lynda Zambrano Legacy Scholarship
The Lynda Zambrano Legacy Scholarship has its own GoFundMe campaign, honoring Lynda’s many years of work in Tribal Emergency Management. By contributing, you help students achieve their educational goals and carry her dream forward.
Other ways to support
Legacy giving
Include Cedar Spirit Foundation in your estate planning to support Indigenous scholars across generations. Contact us to discuss bequests, planned gifts, and named endowments.
Volunteer
Grant writing, event support, mentorship, and community outreach — we welcome Indigenous community members and allies who want to contribute their time.
Partner
Tribes, institutions, and community-based organizations can partner on co-branded scholarships, named endowments, and program collaborations.
Spread the word
Follow us on social media, share our scholarship openings with Indigenous students in your network, and help us reach the communities we serve.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cedar Spirit Foundation a 501(c)(3)?
Yes. Cedar Spirit Foundation holds its own IRS 501(c)(3) determination (EIN 33-2005800, effective November 17, 2024). Public charity status: 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Is Cedar Spirit fiscally sponsored by Chuckanut Health Foundation?
No. Cedar Spirit Foundation holds its own 501(c)(3) determination. Chuckanut Health Foundation provides administrative services — banking, accounting, payroll, and donation processing — under a partnership arrangement. CHF is our admin services partner, not a fiscal sponsor.
How are donations administered?
Donations are processed through Chuckanut Health Foundation’s secure Charity Proud portal. CHF charges a 2% administrative fee for processing and accounting services. The remaining 98% flows directly to Cedar Spirit Foundation programs.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Cedar Spirit Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You will receive a receipt from CHF for tax purposes.
Who is eligible for a scholarship?
Indigenous students enrolled in or applying to higher education programs are eligible. Specific scholarship criteria vary by program — the Lynda Zambrano Legacy Scholarship, for example, focuses on Emergency Management education for Tribal scholars. See our Programs page for full details.