The Oregon Heritage Grant provides matching grants to non-profit organizations, federal recognized tribal governments, universities and local governments for projects that conserve, develop or interpret Oregon’s heritage.
Donor Name: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
State: Oregon
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/12/2023
Size of the Grant: $3,000-$20,000
Details:
Priorities
- Projects that preserve or develop heritage resources that are threatened and/or are of statewide significance
- Projects with a well-prioritized, clearly explained work plan with an appropriate level of detail and realistic cost estimates.
- Projects that document, preserve, or interpret the history of voices previously marginalized or excluded. For example, this may include ethnicities, races, genders, classes, etc.
- Geographic diversity.
- Project readiness, including matching dollar share in-hand.
- Projects eligible for the Oregon Heritage, Preserving Oregon Grant are a lower priority.
Oregon Heritage Grant funds are to be used for:
- Support of projects that preserve, develop, or interpret of Oregon’s cultural heritage. Priority will be given to projects that preserve, develop, or interpret threatened heritage resources and/or heritage resources of statewide significance.
Funding Information
Generally, awards are $3,000-$20,000. $380,000 is available to award. The funding is by reimbursement for work completed.
Eligibility Criteria
- A non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Oregon with a 501(c)(3) determination from the United States Internal Revenue Service and a legally-constituted board of trustees or directors;
- A tribal government of a Native American group recognized by the State of Oregon and the federal government and located in the State of Oregon;
- A university or college located in the State of Oregon; or
- A local government within the State of Oregon.
Ineligibility
- Individuals;
- Religious organizations;
- For-profit organizations such as partnerships, companies, and corporations;
- State agencies, except for state supported colleges and universities;
- School districts; and
- Federal agencies
For more information, visit Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.