The Social Services Grant offered by the City of Tigard is a locally funded initiative aimed at bolstering support for organizations that deliver essential social services to the Tigard community. Each fiscal year, the city allocates a portion of its operating budget to fund programs aligned with community priorities such as housing and homelessness, accessible after-school and educational programming, healthcare access, food insecurity, and support for immigrant and refugee populations. This targeted investment reflects Tigard's ongoing commitment to fostering equity, well-being, and resilience among its residents.
For the Fiscal Year 2025–26 grant cycle, the application window was open from January 1, 2025, through February 15, 2025. Applications submitted during this time were reviewed as part of the city’s annual budget development process. Funding decisions were finalized upon the adoption of the city budget in June 2025. Grant award notifications were subsequently issued, and funded programs are expected to commence within the fiscal year, operating under the oversight of the city.
Organizations eligible for this funding opportunity include those whose services directly benefit Tigard residents and align with the priority service areas set forth in the grant guidance. While specific eligibility criteria are not elaborated in the available documentation, the consistent selection of nonprofit entities in prior cycles suggests a preference for 501(c)(3) or similarly structured organizations. Programs supported range widely in scope and include direct service providers, community food banks, youth support services, and resource centers for vulnerable populations.
The grant awards vary in size, as illustrated by the FY 2024–25 funding cycle, where individual awards ranged from under $3,000 to nearly $24,300, with larger awards typically supporting high-impact or multi-service organizations. Notably, programs such as Meals on Wheels People and Impact NW received significant funding, suggesting prioritization based on scale, community reach, or service area coverage.
Applicants are encouraged to monitor communications from grants@tigard-or.gov for updates. Future applicants should anticipate the program to recur annually, with applications likely to reopen in early January of the next calendar year, subject to confirmation via the city’s grants portal. Interested organizations should review current year priorities, prepare documentation aligned with the city’s social service goals, and demonstrate measurable community impact in their proposals.
For further information or inquiries regarding application requirements or funding timelines, the grants administration team can be contacted at grants@tigard-or.gov. This annual funding opportunity remains a cornerstone of Tigard’s strategy to invest in collaborative, community-driven solutions for pressing social issues.
