Pendleton Foundation Trust Grant

The Pendleton Foundation Trust is a community-focused philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting the civic, charitable, and educational advancement of Pendleton, Oregon. Established to receive donations of money and property from individuals and organizations, the Foundation invests these resources and distributes the resulting income to benefit Pendleton residents. A seven-member local Board of Directors oversees the Trust and determines how funds are distributed through a biannual competitive grant process. Grants from the Pendleton Foundation Trust are intended to fund projects that promote the well-being of the community regardless of race, color, or creed. Board discretion prioritizes tangible or capital improvement projects over operating expenses. Funded projects should align with the Foundation’s mission and demonstrate a lasting benefit to the residents of Pendleton. The Trust encourages the purchase of materials and services from local Pendleton vendors whenever feasible, supporting both the funded project and the local economy. Eligibility for funding is limited to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, subdivisions of governmental agencies, or applicants with an approved fiscal sponsor that meets the same requirements. All proposed projects must directly benefit the Pendleton community. Past grantees must have fully completed previous projects and submitted required reports in order to be eligible for new funding consideration. The application process is conducted online via Submittable and consists of two annual grant cycles. Applications are accepted for review by April 1 and October 1 each year. Applications open two months before each deadline, and award decisions are made by the Board of Directors at its April and October meetings, with announcements typically issued within one month of the deadline. All applicants must submit an itemized project budget, including at least two competitive bids for capital expenditures and current organizational financial statements. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Site visits may be requested as part of the review process. Post-award, grantees must use the funds exclusively for the approved purpose. Unless an extension is granted, projects must be completed within one year, and a final Grant Report Form must be submitted with receipts and a project photo. Unused funds must be returned to the Foundation. Grantees are also required to acknowledge the support of the Pendleton Foundation Trust publicly, such as through the installation of a plaque or other visible method. The Foundation encourages those with ideas that can contribute to the public good of Pendleton to consider applying. Projects that support long-term community impact and demonstrate sound planning, clear objectives, and fiscal responsibility are well positioned for funding consideration.

Projects must clearly show tangible, lasting community benefit. Incomplete applications and those lacking budget justification or required attachments will be rejected. Purchasing from local vendors is encouraged.