Grant Resources Throughout Portland
Descriptions are provided by and adapted from providers.
Awesome Portland
$1000 Mini-grants are available every two months to help realize bold ideas that make Portland awesome.
America Walks
Community Change grants support community members to create safe, accessible, equitable, and enjoyable places to walk and be physically active. Check for announcements later this year and sign up for the newsletter to keep updated on future opportunities.Better Block PSU
Better Block PSU is a partnership program between the public spaces advocacy nonprofit Better Block PDX and Portland State University. Partnering since 2015, we have developed implementation plans and designs for many community-driven transportation projects. Check the TREC website for future opportunities to shape your community.
Central Eastside Community Grants Program
Since 2020, Central Eastside Together provides community grants for projects that address Houseless Services, Workforce Development, Placemaking, and Community Building, Environment & Citizen Engagement.
Community Watershed Stewardship Program
City of Portland Environmental Services and PSU provides funding for small projects that benefit the numerous watersheds throughout the city. Stewardship Grants and Native plant vouchers are available to community groups.
East Multnomah County Soil and Water Conservation District
Small Project & Community Events (SPACE) Grants are available. Grant writing assistance is available in both English and Spanish with priority given to BIPOC-led projects.
Mercy Corps NW
Grant opportunities for small businesses with limited assets.
Meyer Memorial Trust
Meyer Memorial Trust is an equity based foundation committed to investing in systemic change. Learn more about grant opportunities to building community, equitable education, healthy environment, and housing opportunities.Multnomah Youth Commission Anti-Violence Grants
Youth-led projects to address violence in the community may apply up to $1000 for grants each fiscal year.
Oregon Community Foundation
Oregon Health Authority
Oregon Metro
Prosper Portland
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF)
Portland Events & Film
Portland Parks Foundation
“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.”