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Small Grants Program (Spring 2026) is a grant from the Portland Parks Foundation that funds community-based organizations working to foster equitable access to Portland's urban parks, natural areas, community gardens, and recreation centers.
The program intentionally prioritizes organizations serving low-income populations, communities of color, and historically marginalized groups who face barriers to parks that feel welcoming, safe, and designed to meet community needs. Each award is $2,000.
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits or organizations with a fiscal sponsor based within the city of Portland; organizations that received a PPF Small Grant in the past 12 months are not eligible. The Spring 2026 application deadline is April 15, 2026, with applications open from March 1.
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We are seeking new members to join our small grants review committee. Learn more and apply here by March 6 . Ben Brink/Portland Parks & Recreation The Portland Parks Foundation’s Small Grants Program awards financial support to community-based organizations within the city of Portland who foster equitable access to our urban parks, natural areas, community gardens and community recreation centers.
The program is founded on a generous bequest from Nancy Hebb Freeman, an artist, hiker and lover of Portland parks. Our motto is “ We help people help parks ” because we know that our parks support so many of our personal and community needs.
Parks can improve mental and physical health, serve critical green infrastructure functions, contribute to economic development, act as links in transportation networks, host cultural and social activities, and help give communities a sense of place. [1] Yet many Portland residents still lack equal access to parks that feel welcoming and safe.
They struggle to find well-maintained parks that are designed and programmed to meet their particular needs, based on input from their community. With our small grants, PPF focuses on the people and organizations working to fill these gaps. We intentionally prioritize organizations supporting low-income populations, communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
Please see below for grant guidelines, deadlines, the application, and examples of past grant recipients. Also, please feel free to call or email PPF for more information—we’re happy to hear from you. You will find contact information below.
PPF offers $2,000 grants each cycle . Don’t forget to check out our annual Parks Champion Award , which recognizes volunteers who provide outstanding volunteer service to a park, community center, natural area, or community garden.
Each year, PPF makes a grant of $1,500 on the recommendation of the award recipient to a community organization that aligns with PPF’s vision to help Portland communities create more equitable access to nature, play, health, and places of connection. [1] Urban Park Systems: Emerging Funding Strategies and Tools. Matt Eldridge Kimberly Burrowes Patrick Spauster.
July 2019. Urban Institute (Elevate the Debate) Small Grant Program Application Form and Guidelines: Proposals are accepted during two separate periods each year: Award decisions announced: Funded programs completed: March 1 - April 15 (deadline) Fall Cycle is on hold for the foreseeable future. Within 8 weeks after proposal deadlines.
(For distribution purposes, funds are typically sent mid-June.) Within 12 months of award notification The best way to submit a nomination is through the online application . Click “create an account” to get started!
Please email Jason Brown, Program Manager, at jason. brown@portlandpf. org with any questions or assistance with the online application.
Portland Parks Foundation, 833 SW 11th Ave #808, Portland, OR 97205 503. 445. 0994 info@portlandpf.
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Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
Tell us about your organization's mission. If applying for a specific project, tell us about the purpose of your project.
How will this PPF grant help your organization/or project (please provide 2-3 examples)?
How does your organization or project align with PPF's mission to promote equitable access for all Portlanders to parks and parks programming and center low-income populations, communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups (please provide 2-3 examples)?
Tell us about your current partnerships, collaborations or communities you work with (Examples: organizations, schools, neighborhood associations, churches, etc.).
ONLY FOR PROJECT SUPPORT APPLICANTS: If your proposal is project-based, please provide: a. timeline for completion AND b. a project budget.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Community-based organizations within the city of Portland that are 501(c)(3) or have a fiscal sponsor, focused on equitable access to parks and recreation. Must not have received PPF Small Grants in the last 12 months. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $2,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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