Oregon grants for Nonprofits

The Youth Opioid Prevention Grant Program (YOPGP) supports efforts in Oregon City to discourage or prevent youths within community from the misuse of opioids and prevent or reduce overdose deaths or other opioid-related harms through evidence-based or evidence-informed programs or strategies, which will improve community’s overall quality of life by investing in programs that focus directly on youth. Donor Name: City of Oregon City State: Oregon City: Oregon City Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Projects or programs that receive support through this program must meet at least one of the goals listed below. A. Prevent Misuse Of Opioids  Support efforts to discourage or prevent misuse of opioids through evidence-based or evidence-informed programs or strategies that may include, but are not limited to, the following: Media campaigns to prevent youth opioid misuse. Corrective advertising or affirmative public education campaigns based on evidence for youth. Drug take-back disposal or destruction programs. Evidence-based prevention programs in schools or evidence-informed school and community education programs and campaigns for students, families, school employees, school athletic programs, parent-teacher and student associations, and others. School-based or youth-focused programs or strategies that have demonstrated effectiveness in preventing drug misuse and seem likely to be effective in preventing the uptake and use of opioids. Community-based education or intervention services for families, youth, and adolescents at risk for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and any co-occurring Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health (SUD/MH) conditions. Evidence-informed programs or curricula to address mental health needs of young people who may be at risk of misusing opioids or other drugs, including emotional modulation and resilience skills. Greater access to mental health services and supports for young people, including services and supports provided by school nurses, behavioral health workers or other school staff, to address mental health needs in young people that (when not properly addressed) increase the risk of opioid or another drug misuse. B. Prevent Overdose Deaths And Other Harms (Harm Reduction)  Support efforts to prevent or reduce overdose deaths or other opioid-related harms through evidence-based or evidence-informed programs or strategies that may include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide increased availability and distribution of naloxone and other drugs that treat overdoses for first responders, overdose patients, individuals with OUD and their friends and family members, schools, or community navigators and outreach workers. Training and education regarding naloxone and other drugs that treat overdoses for overdose patients, patients taking opioids, families, schools, and community support groups. Funding Information The Oregon City Budget Committee earmarked $40,000 each year. The City will distribute a total of up to $40,000 in awards, with a maximum up to $20,000. July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025  Eligibility Criteria Projects or programs must meet the following eligibility requirements: Project applicant must be: A non-profit organization or charitable organization with 501(c)(3) status under the Internal Revenue Service; or A school or institution of higher learning; or A local government advisory committee, department, or coalition. The project may not fund major capital improvement projects. The applicant must not be a sub-contractor of the applicant. The project must not promote or inhibit religion. The project must not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or sexual orientation. The project must not be used to replace any other available source of federal, state, local or regional funds. For more information, visit City of Oregon City.

The Deschutes Trails Coalition is soliciting proposals for trails-focused small projects occurring on, or impacting, publicly accessible trails in the Deschutes National Forest or other trail networks within Deschutes County. Donor Name: Deschutes Trail Coalition State: Oregon County: Deschutes County (OR) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/21/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Types of Projects On-The-Ground Projects- They shall address new trail projects, trail infrastructure projects, and trail maintenance projects. Sample projects may include, but will not be limited to, trail construction, trail signage, bridges, culverts, trail maintenance, road maintenance, and trailhead improvements. Capacity Enhancement Projects- They shall address capacity building needs of local organizations for example, the purchase of tools, training and education projects, and internships. Public Education and Outreach Projects- They shall address public trail education and outreach and may include: Public Outreach-Public service announcements, video creation, brochure or other printed materials for public distribution Education- Programs, workshops or other publicly-accessible events to enhance trails education among the general public and trail users specifically Discretionary funding- This funding will be allocated by the selection committee to projects that fall within the above categories, allowing the committee to fund additional projects. Funding Information This program will award up to $35,000 for multiple small projects. Projects should be completed within 24 months of the grant being awarded. Extensions may be applied for if needed.  Eligibility Criteria 501(c)3 non-profit organizations with a trails-related mission, role, or service(s). Federal Land Management Agencies. Private companies provided they are a formal partner of one or more 501(c)3 non-profit organizations. For more information, visit Deschutes Trail Coalition.

The Oregon Arts Commission is seeking applications for its Arts Learning Grants to support high-quality projects that: provide a responsive opportunity for learning in and through the arts to benefit K-12 students; foster exchange of knowledge between artists and educators; and impacts the achievement, skills and/or attitudes of learnings. Donor Name: Oregon Arts Commission State: Oregon County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Arts Learning program supports high-quality projects that: Provide a responsive opportunity for learning in and through the arts to benefit K-12 students; Foster exchange of knowledge between artists and educators; and Impact the achievement, skills and/or attitudes of learners. Funding Information Arts Learning awards are $10,000. Activity Period  September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria At the time of the application deadline, all applicant organizations must operate as a nonprofit as evidenced by: Current IRS 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status; Active registration with the State of Oregon for corporate, non-profit status; and Current Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov​. Review Criteria The following review criteria will be used to evaluate applications (0 is the lowest score): Project Quality and Responsiveness (0 to 40 points) Quality of opportunities to learn in and through the arts; Responsiveness of the project to the learning needs of a specific population; Selection process for determining which individuals will teach the arts and appropriateness of their skill sets to the project; and Artistic excellence and artistic merit. Project Support (0 to 30 points) Readiness of paid staff to assure project success; Viability and development of recruitment plan to assure the specific populations defined are the primary participants in the project; Commitment to preparation and support of teaching artists during the project; and Clarity and relevance of project budget. Project Impact (0 to 30 points) Articulation of what will change for learners as a result of the project; and Viability of process to measure change. For more information, visit Oregon Arts Commission.

The City of Cannon Beach invites funding requests from organizations that produce tourism projects, programs or events designed to increase overnight visits to the area, especially in the shoulder and winter months. Donor Name: City of Cannon Beach State: Oregon City: Cannon Beach Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This Off-Season Tourism Marketing Grant is funded by the lodging tax collected by the City of Cannon Beach. It is an opportunity for tourism-related businesses and nonprofits to implement a new or revised marketing effort, conduct a marketing campaign, work collaboratively with other tourism-related businesses, or launch a new event.  Eligibility Criteria Non-profit organizations with a project or event that promotes local tourism attractions and has a strong potential to create overnight stays for commercial lodging properties in Cannon Beach are eligible to apply. For more information, visit City of Cannon Beach.

This grant provides financial support for projects in human services, education, the arts, and public interest issues that benefit residents of Jackson and Josephine Counties in Oregon.

This grant provides funding to local individuals and nonprofit groups for projects that promote community engagement with the area's natural resources, particularly focusing on birds and wildlife.

This program provides financial assistance to arts organizations in Oregon to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities, helping them cover costs related to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The FY2025 Arts Learning Program aims to support high-quality arts learning projects that benefit K-12 students in Oregon, focusing on Title 1 schools, economically distressed areas, and rural locations. This program encourages partnerships between nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools, fostering knowledge exchange between artists and educators to impact students' achievements, skills, or attitudes. The grant offers a matching award amount of $10,000, requiring dollar-for-dollar matching with earned, contributed, or in-kind support.

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation offers grant opportunities for nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local governmental bodies within Douglas County, Oregon. Focusing on Basic Needs, Abuse Prevention and Intervention, Education, Health and Wellness, and Community Support, the Foundation aims to fund projects that have a significant impact within the communities of Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Lane Counties. With a maximum grant amount of $15,000. The Foundation emphasizes support for small grants that contribute meaningfully to the project or program, limiting organizations to one proposal per year unless specified otherwise. A final report is required from all grantees before reapplying. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Fall opening/closing deadlines: March 2nd to September 1st

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation offers grant opportunities for nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local governmental bodies within Douglas County, Oregon. Focusing on Basic Needs, Abuse Prevention and Intervention, Education, Health and Wellness, and Community Support, the Foundation aims to fund projects that have a significant impact within the communities of Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Lane Counties. With a maximum grant amount of $15,000. The Foundation emphasizes support for small grants that contribute meaningfully to the project or program, limiting organizations to one proposal per year unless specified otherwise. A final report is required from all grantees before reapplying. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Fall opening/closing deadlines: March 2nd to September 1st

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation offers grant opportunities for nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local governmental bodies within Douglas County, Oregon. Focusing on Basic Needs, Abuse Prevention and Intervention, Education, Health and Wellness, and Community Support, the Foundation aims to fund projects that have a significant impact within the communities of Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Lane Counties. With a maximum grant amount of $15,000. The Foundation emphasizes support for small grants that contribute meaningfully to the project or program, limiting organizations to one proposal per year unless specified otherwise. A final report is required from all grantees before reapplying. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Fall opening/closing deadlines: March 2nd to September 1st

The Carpenter Foundation accepts grant applications exclusively from tax-exempt agencies and does not fund individuals. Grants are generally awarded for a single year, with considerations made primarily within Jackson and Josephine Counties, Oregon, although some statewide public interest initiatives may also be supported. The Foundation rarely supports multi-year projects, historical projects, hospital constructions, or religious activities. It focuses its funding on four primary areas: Human Services, Education, Arts, and Public Interest. Applicants must apply through the online portal and ensure all proposal documents and attachments meet specific requirements before submission. Additionally, interviews with the Program Review Committee are a critical part of the application process to discuss and clarify proposal details. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadlines: the last Friday of January, April, July, and October each year.

The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation (JAMF) opens its application portal for the 2024 Grant Cycle. Donor Name: Judith Ann Mogan Foundation (JAMF) State: Oregon County: Coos County (OR), Curry County (OR), Douglas County (OR) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: For the 2024 Grant Cycle, JAMF is offering two (2) grant programs:  a Small Grant Program (Request of $25,000 or less) and a Large Grant Program (Request of more than $25,000). The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation (JAMF) awards grants to qualified organizations in Oregon with programs and projects that benefit communities in the following Service Areas: Coastal Douglas County Coos County Curry County Priority Areas  Arts & Culture Children & Youth Community Health Convening & Gathering Places Economic Development Environment & Natural Resources Poverty Alleviation. Eligible Organizational Requirements  Oregon-based 501(c)(3) charitable organizations Publicly supported organizations Governmental units (City, County, Tribal) Schools Hospitals Organizations with qualified fiscal sponsor. Ineligibility  JAMF do not support requests related to: Endowments Individual Requests Scholarships Political Campaigns Legislative Activities Promotion of any Religious Doctrine Financing / Lending. For more information, visit JAMF.

The Douglas Community Fund offers competitive grants specifically aimed at supporting medical and other various needs within Douglas County. With its origins in funding a regional medical facility, the fund places a high priority on the medical needs of the community. Grants range from $2,000 to $10,000, with some reaching $15,000-$20,000. Applicants are notified of their status in late March to early April. This grant program does not support multiyear funding requests. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/ closing deadline: December 1st to January 16th

The Lilja Family Fund, managed by the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF), provides grants and scholarships specifically targeting communities in South Douglas County, including Canyonville, Riddle, Tri-City, Camas Valley, Myrtle Creek, Days Creek, Milo, Azalea, and Glendale. Established through the estates of Don Lilja and his sister Helen, the fund annually allocates approximately $40,000 for grants to support projects within K-12 education, early childhood education, youth development, literacy, culture, and community enhancement, excluding requests for teacher salaries, basic equipment and supplies, or replacing government funding. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $10,000. Applications are accepted annually from June 1 to July 15 through the MyOCF portal. Scholarship eligibility extends to graduates from specified public and private high schools in South Douglas County, with applications due to the Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) by March 1 each year. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/ closing deadline: June 1st to July 15th

The D.E. & Jane Clark Fund, established by the Oregon Community Foundation in 2013, is dedicated to supporting the general operations of nonprofits within Baker County and the town of North Powder. This fund focuses on charitable purposes, targeting organizations that contribute positively to these areas. The grant program offers financial support with an average grant size of $2,500, and considers applications from nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, churches, and schools. Eligible proposals undergo a committee review process, with grants awarded during the fall season. The application window is open annually from June 1 to July 15, strictly disallowing multiyear funding requests. Applicants must use the MyOCF portal for submission, with required attachments including IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status letters and organizational financial documents. Grant sizes typically range between $2,000 and $10,000. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/closing deadline: June 1st to July 15th

The Rural Population Health Incubator Program, administered by the Office of Rural Health (ORH), aims to enhance community health in rural Oregon by offering grants that support population health and health equity initiatives. This program consolidates previous grant offerings into a singular initiative that provides larger grants and comprehensive support throughout the grant cycle. Key features of the program include a $10,000 grant, participation in a cohort of fellow grantees, and specialized support from ORH. The Incubator focuses on innovative programs that address needs around population health, health equity, and social drivers of health, prioritizing high-needs service areas, marginalized populations, and projects that foster community partnerships.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in Oregon that aim to improve public welfare through charitable and educational initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oregon's Lane, Benton, and Deschutes counties that are working on impactful projects in the arts, education, health, and community development.

This funding opportunity supports grassroots organizations and innovative projects with modest budgets, enabling them to develop scalable initiatives that can create a broader impact.