West Slope Foundation

PO Box 521, Somerset, CA 95684

(916) 384-7751

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The West Slope Foundation helps El Dorado County’s Western Slope prepare for disaster before it happens.

The West Slope Foundation was instrumental in helping residents recover and build back from the Caldor Fire, and the organization continues to work on this restoration effort while also providing invaluable disaster preparedness resources to the Western Slope residents and businesses of El Dorado County. Lastly, it provides aid during the response and recovery stages of a disaster or declared emergency.

The ways in which the West Slope Foundation helps residents with both natural and manmade disasters include the following:

Veteran’s assistance fund
Outreach to vulnerable and isolated groups

Disaster case management partnership

Since its inception, the West Slope Foundation has held 32 survivor events, raised more than $742,000 in financial and in-kind donations, and has 282 households enrolled in assistance programs. The majority of these numbers encompass disaster relief from the Caldor Fire, but foundation continues to be present and ready for other needs and situations as well.

Connecting With Community Groups in El Dorado County

El Dorado County community groups and nonprofits play a fundamental role in making this a safe and thriving place.

Consider getting involved by volunteering your time, donating money, or both. Above you can learn about what services West Slope Foundation provides to the community and easily volunteer, donate, register for services, or connect with them on social media. Visit the El Dorado County Community Groups directory to see a comprehensive list of organizations on all subjects that are relevant to creating a vibrant local community.

West Slope Foundation is listed under:

Resilience