Oregon Community Grant Program

Regional program offices

The Oregon Community Grant Program awards flexible funding to nonprofits that are working to address the most pressing challenges in Oregon.

The current application cycle prioritizes small rural organizations, culturally specific organizations, and culturally responsive organizations.

The Foundation's guiding principles for grantmaking:

• Build bridges of connection, eradicate the practice of “othering,” and actively promote a sense of belonging for all Oregonians
• Funding across Oregon with grant dollars reaching rural and urban communities in every region
• Value for Oregon's regions and populations and affirm that every Oregonian is an integral part of the community
• Creative, impactful, and sustainable solutions come from people closest to the issues being addressed and should be implemented by organizations the community trusts
• Prioritize efforts that demonstrate strong community support, solid planning, and wise stewardship

Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations, tribal governments and organizations, and governmental entities in Oregon are eligible to apply.

Applicants must fit into one or more of the following categories:

• Small rural organizations that meet both of the following criteria:
  • Located in and serves a community (or communities) with a population of 35,000 or less and is not directly adjacent to (or part of) a metropolitan area of 50,000 or more
  • Less than $250,000 in operating expenses during its most recently completed fiscal year
• Culturally specific organizations that serve a distinct cultural community and are primarily staffed and led by members of that community
• Culturally responsive organizations that adapt their services to maximize respect for and relevance to the beliefs, practices, culture, and linguistic needs of populations and communities

Award ceiling: $40,000
Award floor: $5,000
Average award range: $15,000 – $20,000

Links to additional guidance and the application instructions are available on the program website.

Submit applications through the online application portal.

Applicant webinar recording