Whether we're stepping in after a natural disaster, supporting essential institutions, or investing in the revitalization of overlooked towns, our Community Fund exists to create meaningful, measurable impact where it matters most.
Driving Local Impact Through Direct Action and Strategic Giving
At the Mattis Foundation, we believe real change happens when purpose meets action. The Community Fund was created to respond to moments of need and opportunity—investing in people, places, and resilience.
Whether we're stepping in after a natural disaster, supporting essential institutions, or investing in the revitalization of overlooked towns, our Community Fund exists to create meaningful, measurable impact where it matters most.
Over the years, the Community Fund has proudly supported causes that reflect our values of honor, resilience, and service:
Serving those who've served, with resources for wounded veterans and their families.
Supporting faith-based community programs and youth initiatives.
Advancing maternal and infant health across the U.S.
Providing critical aid to Western North Carolina communities devastated by unprecedented flooding, supporting families in Asheville, Boone, and surrounding mountain towns with emergency supplies and recovery resources.
Supporting North Carolina coastal communities impacted by storm surge and flooding, helping families in the Outer Banks and eastern counties rebuild and recover from this powerful hurricane.
Investing in economic renewal and infrastructure for a proud American town on the rise.
Each contribution is more than a donation—it's a commitment to building stronger communities from the ground up.
"We seek out opportunities where small investments can have outsized impact—and where our involvement can catalyze long-term growth or healing."
The Community Fund supports a broad range of initiatives, including but not limited to:
We believe that community is not something you inherit—it's something you build. Whether you're part of a nonprofit, a local government, a neighborhood coalition, or a cause-driven organization, we want to hear from you.
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