The Mathisen Family Private Foundation (MFPF)
About the foundation.
The Mathisen Family Private Foundation (MFPF) is a non-profit organization focused on continuing the family tradition of supporting the communities we call home
For over 60 years, Arpeg Group has positively contributed to the Salish Sea Region of BC and Washington State by offering financial assistance to deserving organizations focused in areas like health care, research, arts and culture, education, and sport. With annual funds totalling $50,000-$100,000, our foundation committee seeks opportunities to offer in-kind donations to values-based organizations furthering their work in our community.
How we Choose an Association to Support
Key Pillars
Health Care and Research: Support for the advancement, treatment, and education.
Education: Promoting educational advancement.
Climate Action: Support for sustainability and environmental protection.
Arts and Culture: Fostering appreciation, participation, and understanding.
Social Justice: Support for equality and advocacy to create fair opportunities for all.
Sport: Encouraging advancement and participation in sports.
We believe in involving as many family members as possible in the voting process. By gathering input from all generations, we ensure that every voice is heard and that our decisions reflect the shared values and perspectives of our family.
Collective Decision Making
Make a donation request
Our Foundation’s donation request form is now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied. Please review our Foundation pillars and process framework on this webpage for guidance on what we look for and how we select the causes we support.
Some applicants may be invited to a short video call so we can learn more about their organization and mission.
Missed the intake? Don’t worry — the MFPF will accept donation requests again in 2026. Intakes are currently scheduled for April and September 2026.
Donation requests are closed. Please check back in 2026 for our next intake periods.
Organizations we support
UGM Women & Families Center
Supporting Local Communities
The Mathisen Family Private Foundation is proud to have supported the UGM Women & Families Centre in East Hastings, contributing $100,000 towards the creation of a safe and nurturing space for women and families.
This center, located at 616 E Cordova Street, offers essential services such as stabilization, recovery, and transitional housing, empowering women and mothers with babies to rebuild their lives. The center has been a beacon of hope, providing vital support to those in need. We are honored to have played a part in making this vision a reality.
