The Celtic Arts Foundation was founded in 1997, and received its 501 (c)(3) status from the IRS in March of 1998. Our mission is to "sponsor, encourage and promote Celtic culture through events and educational activities." Our primary activity is producing the Skagit Valley Highland Games, held during the 2nd full weekend of July each year in Mount Vernon, WA. Additionally, we host an annual Robert Burns Scottish Evening in January, sponsor a variety of Celtic concerts and provide scholarships and grants to Celtic artists and organizations.

Our Board of Directors has adopted a nondiscrimination policy, and we extend an enthusiastic invitation to anyone who is interested to participate in the work of our Foundation. Download a membership invitation flyer and form or contact us by mail or phone for more information:

Celtic Arts Foundation
P.O Box 1342
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
1-360-416-4934

Meet our Board of Directors and Executive Director.

Since our creation in 1997, we have made almost $80,000 in grants and scholarships available. In addition, in 2003 we conducted a capital campaign and donated the "Celtic Stage" at Edgewater Park to the City of Mount Vernon. This addition was valued at $200,000.

Application for Scholarship
To review this year's CAF annual report
To Review the most recent IRS form 990 for the Celtic Arts Foundation

If you would like to become a member of the Celtic Arts Foundation, please call 1-360-416-4934 or send an email to Skye Richendrfer at skye@sos.net.

Join the Volunteers
The complexity of organizing and promoting a successful community event such as The Skagit Valley Games is significant. It takes tremendous effort on the part of many, many volunteers, sponsors and community members. If you would like to become a volunteer, please fill out the volunteer form and mail it back.

Download a volunteer form!