Foundations
1,142
Total Assets
$12.5B
Total Giving
$4.0B
Active Grants
347
National Rank
#33
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Key State Programs
Community Renewable Energy Grant Program (CREP)
The Oregon Department of Energy offers $12 million for renewable energy and energy resilience projects. Planning grants cover up to 100% of eligible costs (up to $100,000), and construction grants fund up to 50% for renewable projects or 100% for resilience projects (up to $1 million). Priority given to underserved communities.
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
Administered by Business Oregon with federal HUD funding, CDBG grants support non-metropolitan cities and counties with public infrastructure improvements, economic development, and housing programs that benefit low- and moderate-income communities throughout rural Oregon.
Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
A $197.2 million federal grant implemented across five state agencies and the Energy Trust of Oregon, funding emissions reduction in building, transportation, and waste sectors. Active in 32 of Oregon's 36 counties during its five-year implementation period.
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF)
A pioneering municipal grant program that awarded over $64 million in 2025 supporting 60 community-led clean energy projects, including 51 implementation grants and nine planning grants for organizations addressing climate action and energy equity in Portland.
Oregon Community Foundation Grants
The Community Grants Program supports small rural and culturally responsive organizations across Oregon with competitive funding for community programming, education, arts, and social services, with a dedicated spring application cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What clean energy grants are available in Oregon?
Oregon offers extensive clean energy funding including the Community Renewable Energy Grant Program (up to $1 million for construction projects), the $197.2 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant operating across 32 counties, and Portland's Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund which awarded over $64 million in 2025. The Renewable Energy Fund also supports solar and community renewables projects statewide.
How does Business Oregon support rural communities?
Business Oregon administers around 90 programs including CDBG grants for non-metropolitan cities and counties, infrastructure financing up to $1 million for community development, and the CORE (Community Outreach Revitalization and Enterprise) team focused specifically on regional and rural development, Main Street programs, small business support, and entrepreneurship.
Are Oregon tribal communities eligible for state grant programs?
Yes, Oregon tribal communities have access to multiple funding streams. The Community Renewable Energy Grant Program specifically lists tribes as eligible applicants with priority consideration. The Oregon Tribal Student Grant offsets college attendance costs, and USDA Rural Business Development Grants support economic development on tribal lands.
What nonprofit grants are available in Oregon?
Oregon nonprofits can access the Oregon Community Foundation's Community Grants Program for rural and culturally responsive organizations, CDBG-funded community development projects, AmeriCorps Formula Funding through OregonServes for service organizations, and Portland's Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund for climate-related projects. USDA Rural Business Development Grants also fund nonprofit-led rural economic initiatives.
How can Oregon small businesses access state grant funding?
Small businesses can apply through Business Oregon's 90+ programs including export development assistance, infrastructure financing grants, and economic development incentives. The State Trade Expansion Program supports international market entry, and the USDA Rural Business Development Grant program funds feasibility studies, business plans, and incubator projects in rural areas.
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Oregon Funding Resources
Top Foundations
Largest Foundations in Oregon
| # | Foundation | Assets |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knight Foundation | $4.5B |
| 2 | Ford Family Foundation | $1.1B |
| 3 | Meyer Memorial Trust | $901.2M |
| 4 | Lemelson Foundation | $414.4M |
| 5 | Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation 091898 | $374.9M |
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