Oregon Local Grants

This grant provides financial support for property owners, prospective buyers, and developers in the greater Portland area to assess and redevelop potentially contaminated sites into valuable community assets.

This program provides financial assistance and technical support to property owners and developers in Central Beaverton to stimulate redevelopment and enhance community livability through mixed-use and high-density projects.

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations and partnerships that use creative, arts-focused initiatives to address local challenges and promote equity, particularly for historically marginalized communities in Oregon.

This funding program provides financial support for community-led cleanup and environmental improvement projects in the greater Portland area, prioritizing underserved communities and public spaces.

This program provides financial support for community-driven projects in Beaverton that promote peace, conflict resolution, and restorative justice.

This program provides financial support to local organizations in Bend, Oregon, for community-focused events and initiatives that promote public engagement, equity, and inclusion.

This program provides matching funds to small businesses and commercial property owners in the Rockwood-West Gresham area to improve the exterior appearance of their storefronts, enhancing the local commercial environment.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and incorporated cities in Lane County, Oregon, to implement projects that promote economic growth, workforce development, and community revitalization.

This grant provides financial support to artists in the Pacific Northwest for public arts projects that enhance cultural engagement and accessibility within the City of Auburn.

This program provides financial assistance to local grocery stores, restaurants, and retailers in Portland to help them occupy vacant storefronts and improve their businesses.

This grant provides funding for community projects in Beaverton that promote peace, conflict resolution, and restorative justice initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities in Roseburg to promote tourism and enhance visitor experiences, particularly during the off-peak travel season.

Deschutes County in Oregon is offering Fuel Reduction Grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 for community-scale projects aimed at reducing wildfire risks through activities such as equipment rental, supplies for community work parties, roadside chipping, fuel reduction, and debris disposal, with a total of $125,000 available for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community groups for marketing, operational support, and events that promote culture and tourism in Salem, Oregon.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for affordable housing and community development projects aimed at assisting low-income residents in Corvallis.

The Youth Opioid Prevention Grant Program (YOPGP) in Oregon City is dedicated to preventing opioid misuse and reducing overdose deaths among young people through evidence-based or evidence-informed strategies. The program aligns with a mission to improve the community's overall quality of life by investing directly in youth-focused initiatives. It seeks to create a healthier environment for young individuals by addressing the critical issue of opioid-related harms. The primary beneficiaries of this program are the youth within the Oregon City community. The impact goals are twofold: to discourage or prevent the misuse of opioids and to prevent or reduce overdose deaths and other opioid-related harms. This is achieved by focusing on comprehensive prevention efforts and harm reduction strategies specifically tailored for young people, aiming to foster a safer and more resilient youth population. The program prioritizes two main areas: preventing opioid misuse and preventing overdose deaths and other harms. Under misuse prevention, strategies include media campaigns, corrective advertising, drug take-back programs, and evidence-based prevention in schools and communities. It also emphasizes addressing mental health needs of young people at risk of misusing opioids, including emotional modulation, resilience skills, and increased access to mental health services through schools and behavioral health workers. For harm reduction, the focus is on increasing the availability and distribution of naloxone and other overdose-treating drugs, alongside training and education for various community members and organizations. The expected outcomes include a measurable decrease in youth opioid misuse and a reduction in overdose deaths and other opioid-related harms in Oregon City. The program anticipates improved community well-being and a more informed and resilient youth population capable of making healthier choices. The strategic approach is rooted in a theory of change that posits that by implementing evidence-based prevention and harm reduction programs, providing mental health support, and increasing access to life-saving resources, the incidence of opioid misuse and its associated negative consequences among youth will significantly decline. The funding for the YOPGP comes from the Oregon City Budget Committee, which earmarks $40,000 annually. The City plans to distribute up to $40,000 in awards each year, with individual grants capped at $20,000 for a one-year duration (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025). Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, schools or institutions of higher learning, and local government advisory committees, departments, or coalitions. Projects must not involve major capital improvements, promote or inhibit religion, discriminate, or replace existing funding sources.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for small-scale marketing projects that promote tourism in the Manzanita area during the off-season, helping local businesses attract visitors when traffic is typically lower.

This funding opportunity supports local non-profits in Wilsonville to create projects and events that celebrate and promote the community's arts, culture, history, and heritage.

City of Beaverton is offering Open Format Grants for 2023-2024, with a grant size ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. The grant aims to support individuals or organizations with needs not met by traditional funding programs, including studio, office, or venue rental; staff support; discreet projects; and strategic planning efforts. The program's goals align with Beaverton's Community Vision and prioritize cultural diversity, social equity, community collaboration, economic vitality, creativity and innovation, community identity and heritage preservation, and public space promotion. Funding requests may be up to $2,500 per applicant. Eligible applicants include individual artists, artist collectives, curators or arts administrators; non-profit organizations offering arts and culture programming; school groups within the city of Beaverton; and individual students. For more information, visit City of Beaverton website.

The City of Wilsonville is offering Community Opportunity Grants to fund projects and services that promote education, diversity, arts, or community involvement, aiming to provide entertainment and strengthen the community within Wilsonville. This grant program aligns with a mission to foster community engagement and cultural enrichment. The total funding for this program is $25,000, distributed in two grant cycles of $12,500 each per fiscal year. The target beneficiaries for these grants are Wilsonville community organizations, projects, or charitable/non-profit organizations that have been in operation for at least twelve months, or have demonstrated commensurate experience. The grants specifically aim to impact residents of Wilsonville by offering educational, artistic, and entertaining opportunities, promoting diversity, and encouraging civic engagement. The grant prioritizes projects, events, or services that further educational or artistic opportunities, encourage and foster diversity, provide entertainment and personal growth, advance civic engagement or community leadership, and involve Wilsonville's youth or elderly population in community activities. Expenses related to staff, paid volunteers, and general operating expenses (with the exception of space rental) are not eligible for funding. Expected outcomes include enhanced educational and artistic opportunities, increased diversity, strengthened community bonds, greater civic engagement, and improved community leadership within Wilsonville. Measurable results would be tied to the specific projects funded, such as participation rates in events, increased access to educational programs, or the number of community members engaged in leadership initiatives. Organizations must use funds for a specific project within the City of Wilsonville and are only eligible for one grant per fiscal year. Compliance with grant procedures, including filing a final financial statement and project evaluation, is also required for future eligibility.