Oregon Employment Labor and Training Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural libraries in Oregon to create community-focused humanities events that explore themes related to public life and community engagement.

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute's Community Partnership Program (CPP) is designed to cultivate sustainable collaborations with Oregon communities to address identified cancer needs. The program's mission is to partner with these communities as allies in the Knight Cancer Institute's goal of ending cancer. This aligns with a broader strategic priority to enhance community-OHSU collaboration on local cancer issues and disparities, fostering long-term sustainability of local efforts. The CPP targets various Oregon community groups, including organizations, schools, government bodies, health/medical clinics, health systems, and businesses. A key focus is on proposals that address cancer-related health disparities and increase equity for historically disadvantaged and/or marginalized Oregon communities. Organizations led by and/or committed to serving these populations are highly encouraged to apply, underscoring the program's commitment to equitable cancer outcomes. The program's priorities revolve around supporting communities in identifying and addressing pressing cancer-related needs, enhancing collaboration, and building community skills for sustainable long-term efforts. This is operationalized through three grant tiers. Tier 1, "Define Need," focuses on developing local action plans through needs assessments or committee formation. Tier 2, "Develop and Pilot," supports the development and piloting of programs to address priority cancer issues or disparities. Tier 3, "Evaluate and Sustain," aims to evaluate existing approaches and establish sustainability strategies. Expected outcomes include communities effectively identifying their most pressing cancer-related needs, increased collaboration between OHSU and local communities, and enhanced capacity within communities to sustain efforts addressing local cancer issues. Measurable results would be tied to the specific objectives of each tier, such as the completion of community cancer needs assessments (Tier 1), the successful piloting of new programs (Tier 2), and the evaluation and sustained implementation of effective approaches (Tier 3). The overall impact goal is to collectively work towards ending cancer as communities know it, with a strong emphasis on reducing health disparities.

This grant provides funding to agricultural professionals and organizations in the Western U.S. to implement educational and demonstration projects that promote the adoption of sustainable farming practices based on previous research findings.

This program provides funding to community groups and residents in Portland to create projects that improve stormwater management and enhance the health of local watersheds through green infrastructure and educational initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve tourism facilities and enhance visitor experiences in Tillamook County.

The Ben Serafin Fund, managed by the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF), is dedicated to supporting local service districts and nonprofits within Douglas County, Oregon. A clear preference is given to organizations located in Glide and those actively serving the Glide community, highlighting a commitment to localized impact. While the overall strategic priorities and theory of change for the Oregon Community Foundation are not explicitly detailed in this specific grant description, the fund's focus on community-based support aligns with a common foundation mission of fostering local well-being and strengthening community infrastructure through targeted financial aid. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and local service districts operating within Douglas County, particularly in Glide. The implicit impact goal is to enhance the capacity and reach of these organizations, enabling them to provide essential services and address community needs effectively. By prioritizing local entities, the fund aims to empower grassroots initiatives and ensure that resources are directed where they can have the most direct and meaningful impact on residents in the specified geographic area. The fund's priorities and focuses are clearly delineated by its geographic and organizational preferences. The emphasis on Glide and Douglas County organizations indicates a strategic intent to address specific regional challenges and opportunities. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed within this grant description (e.g., number of people served, specific program successes), the general expectation is that funded projects will contribute to the betterment of the community, whether through improved services, increased community engagement, or enhanced local capacity. Approximately $50,000 is available for grantmaking, with typical grant sizes ranging from $2,000 to $15,000, though larger grants of $20,000 or more are occasionally awarded. This funding structure suggests a strategy of supporting multiple, diverse projects that can collectively contribute to community development rather than focusing on a single large initiative. Eligibility criteria include demonstrating 501(c)(3) status, providing a list of the board of directors, and submitting current and past organizational budgets, audited financial statements if available, and multiyear project budgets if applicable. These requirements ensure that funds are allocated to reputable and well-managed organizations, reflecting a strategic approach to responsible grantmaking.

City of Beaverton Small Project Grants 2023-2024 Oregon: The City of Beaverton is offering Small Project Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support new or urgent projects, with a focus on emerging artists, BIPOC and LGBTQ artists, students, and organizations new to grant-making. The program aims to promote cultural diversity, community collaboration, economic vitality, creativity and innovation, community identity and heritage preservation, and public spaces that promote health and wellbeing. Eligible expenses include planning and personnel costs, professional services, materials and supplies, and maintenance. Eligible applicants include individual artists or collectives, school groups within Beaverton city limits, individual students, and non-profits. Deadline for applications is 07/01/2024. For more information visit City of Beaverton website.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers, focusing on enhancing job training, education, employment services, housing stability, and youth development initiatives.

This grant provides financial support for research projects that aim to improve crop yields, pest management, weed control, labor efficiency, and environmental sustainability within Oregon's nursery industry.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oregon that provide workforce development initiatives to help residents gain skills and employment, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This grant provides funding for organizations to establish and manage temporary severe weather shelters in Grants Pass, Oregon, ensuring safety and support for unhoused residents during extreme weather conditions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small advanced manufacturing companies in Oregon to help them meet federal compliance standards and improve their competitiveness for federal contracts.

The Gray Family Foundation's Outdoor School Grant Program is designed to bolster the capacity of schools and outdoor education providers in Oregon, ensuring that all 5th and 6th-grade students across the state have access to high-quality outdoor school experiences. This initiative directly aligns with the foundation's mission by fostering environmental education and connection to nature, which are integral to the holistic development of young people and the long-term stewardship of Oregon's natural and built environments. The foundation acts strategically to address existing barriers, particularly for communities and schools not yet prepared to access programmatic funding directly from OSU Extension Outdoor School. The primary beneficiaries of this program are all Oregon 5th and 6th-grade students, with a specific focus on increasing access for those in geographic regions or communities with limited or no outdoor school opportunities, as well as students from private, charter, and home schools who may be ineligible for OSU Extension Service funding. The overarching impact goals are to improve access to outdoor school programs, systematically integrate environmental education into the K-12 system, and ensure outdoor school providers are better equipped to engage and support Oregon's diverse populations with culturally responsive programming. In 2024, the Gray Family Foundation is accepting three types of funding requests. These include planning grants for schools or districts to launch or revise outdoor school programs, and planning grants for outdoor school program providers to enhance their capacity to serve all 5th and 6th-grade Oregon students. A crucial priority is also given to program grants for schools or student groups currently ineligible for OSU Extension Service Outdoor School funding, acknowledging the limitations of how these funds can be distributed. While the foundation encourages exploring alternative Measure 99 funds, they remain committed to ensuring participation for all students. The anticipated outcomes and measurable results of the program include an increased number of districts and ESDs applying for OSU Extension programmatic funding in future years, improved access to outdoor school programs for all eligible students, and a greater integration of environmental education within the K-12 system. Furthermore, the foundation expects outdoor school providers to be more prepared to effectively engage diverse populations, leading to an outdoor school experience that truly reflects the varied perspectives, knowledge, and relationships of all Oregonians as stewards of their environment. The Gray Family Foundation's strategic priorities are evident in its investment to build capacity, address funding gaps, and foster a more inclusive and equitable outdoor education landscape, with a recognition that 2024 may be the final year for direct outdoor school program funding.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide career development programs for Black youth aged 14-24 in designated NBA markets.

This solicitation is a call for continuation funding in support of specific Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) initiatives, intended exclusively for organizations and entities that have received a letter from BJA to apply. The purpose is to sustain work that aligns with the overarching mission of the Office of Justice Programs (OJP). All guidelines and funding rules for this solicitation remain the same as the original funded project, indicating a focus on maintaining previously established programmatic objectives. This program is authorized by Title I of Pub. L. No. 90-351, including subpart 1 of part E, and 28 U.S.C. 530C(a). The commitments of OJP, which define the focus and mission alignment for the supported initiatives, are centered on key areas of social and criminal justice. These include advancing work that promotes civil rights and racial equity, and increasing access to justice for communities. A significant part of the mission is dedicated to supporting crime victims and individuals impacted by the justice system. The core priorities and target areas of the continuation funding aim to strengthen community safety and protect the public from crime and evolving threats. Furthermore, a crucial goal is to build trust between law enforcement and the community. The overall impact goal is the sustained advancement of these efforts, leveraging the prior investment and success of the original BJA initiatives. While specific, granular expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in this solicitation description, the general expectation is the continuation and enhancement of positive outcomes in the identified areas of commitment. Successful applicants are expected to demonstrate ongoing results related to improving civil rights, increasing access to justice, effectively supporting victims, enhancing public safety, and improving community-law enforcement relations, consistent with the parameters set by the original funded project.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and cities in Lane County for projects that promote economic growth, workforce training, and small business development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Oregon working to advance racial, social, and economic justice through community organizing, leadership development, and resilience initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington that focus on addressing basic human needs, community support, education, and enrichment programs.