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Oregon Parks Foundation Fund is a grant from Oregon Community Foundation that supports park acquisition, habitat restoration, and outdoor education improvements across Oregon. Administered as a community-advised fund, it accepts applications from private nonprofits and public agencies, with a preference for smaller community-based organizations.
Grants typically range from ,000 to ,000, with larger awards considered for exceptional projects. Competitive applications demonstrate strong connections to publicly accessible parks, educational programming for youth or adults, trail and land connectivity, community support, and equitable access for underserved populations including low-income, minority, and rural communities. Projects must be located within Oregon.
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Oregon Parks Foundation Fund » Oregon Community Foundation Oregon Parks Foundation Fund APPLICATION WINDOW: JANUARY 20 - MARCH 6, 2026 The Oregon Parks Foundation was founded in 1975 with the primary purpose of creating and augmenting natural parks in the state of Oregon.
For nearly fifty years, its mission has been to support the acquisition, preservation and restoration of Oregon’s native landscape, and to assist with environmental, recreational, and educational improvements to Oregon’s public parks. In 2009, the Oregon Parks Foundation became the Oregon Parks Foundation Fund (OPFF), a community advised fund of the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF).
It continues with the same long-standing vision, and invites proposals from nonprofits and public agencies at the local, community, district, county and regional level. Applications are made to OPFF for review by its Advisory Committee which in turn makes funding recommendations to the OCF Board. OCF board-approved grant applications are then disbursed by OPFF.
Grants are generally in the range of $1,000 to $5,000; larger grants may be considered for unique or special applications. The Oregon Parks Foundation Fund requests applications that support the acquisition of natural parks, the restoration of native habitat, and act to strengthen educational opportunities, such as ecological interpretive programs, within Oregon parks.
Projects that enhance the outdoor experience, such as trail construction and interpretive signage, are also favored. Competitive applications should demonstrate one or more of the following qualities: Strong connection to parks and/or publicly accessible and undeveloped native land. Strong park-related educational component for youth and/or adults.
Promotes connectivity (land acquisition and trail projects). Strong community-based support (e.g., participation from other donors; volunteers; in-kind donations; collaboration with other agency partners, school districts, etc.). Provides park opportunities and access for underserved communities (e.g., low-income, minority and rural populations).
A project where a grant from OPFF will clearly make a difference (e.g., close the funding gap or leverage other sources of support). The committee accepts applications from private, tax-exempt nonprofits and public agencies within the state of Oregon, with a preference for smaller community-based organizations.
The Oregon Parks Foundation Fund does not make grants for the following types of activities or expenses: Projects based outside Oregon. Requests for operating support, including ongoing administrative and program expenses. If the proposed application is for a large capital project and an OPFF grant would not be impactful.
One-time excursion activities. Deficit financing and debt retirement. Recreational facilities such as fencing, soccer fields, swimming pool construction, ball field lighting, sewer and water systems, landscaping or maintenance.
Projects likely to be long delayed. The application window opens on January 20. Applications are due by March 6.
Applications are accepted through MyOCF. Please review the RFP document for guidance before beginning your application. Applicants will be notified after the application has been acted on by OCF's board.
Several additional items are requested to accompany an application: A cover letter introducing the project and what you're asking for. A project budget detailing both projected revenue and expenditures. Additional project information; could include a project graphic, photos, schematic or timeline (optional).
Applicants receiving a grant from the Oregon Parks Foundation Fund will be expected to report on the use of the funds nine months following the award date. Reports are available here , and should be sent to Marcy Houle, newmoonfarms@gmail. com .
For more information, please contact: Michael Oreste, Senior Program Officer, Donor Impact : moreste@oregoncf. org Marcy Houle, newmoonfarms@gmail. com , (503) 222-5455
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits (particularly in education, land and nature) statewide. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates See official notice Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 6, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.