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Grants for youth programs

Grants that fund programs for children and teens: after-school, mentoring, literacy, libraries, summer meals and youth development. Most are regional foundations in Oregon and the Northwest, where small organizations have a real chance. Each listing shows who can apply and links to the official guidelines.

Last updated October 18, 2026 · 16 open grants · listings verified Oct 18, 2026

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M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Open

Strategic Project Grants (letter of inquiry)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) public charities with 3+ years of financial history, for capacity-building projects: new staff/program expansion, capital, or equipment. Larger projects only. Animal shelters, senior centers and local watershed councils are not eligible.

Where: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 11, 2026LOI window Oct 15 – Nov 11, 2026, 5 PM PT (next window Mar 1–29, 2027)
AmountRequests of $100,000 or more (total project $200,000+)

Coquille Tribal Community Fund Open

2026/2027 grant cycle

Who can apply: Charitable organizations in the five counties. Focus areas: education (incl. after-school), public safety, arts & culture, environment, historic preservation, health (incl. food and energy assistance) and problem gaming. Not eligible: general operating/salaries, medical clinics, residential care, recreation sponsorships, religious programs.

Where: Coos, Curry, Douglas, Jackson and Lane counties, Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 16, 2026Open Sep 21 – Nov 16, 2026
Amount$1,000 minimum request

Cottage Grove Community Foundation Opens Oct 23, 2026

2027 Community Grants

Who can apply: Nonprofit and school-based organizations in the Cottage Grove area helping children, families, the environment, and the health and wellbeing of area residents. Applications are posted on the funder page Oct 22.

Where: Cottage Grove area (south Lane County), Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Opens Oct 23; closes midnight Nov 30, 2026
AmountSee funder site

Roundhouse Foundation Open

Library Collections & Programming Grants

Who can apply: Rural and Tribal school and public libraries (government, Tribal or 501(c)(3)) in communities under 40,000. One collections OR programming grant per year. College and county law libraries are not eligible.

Where: Rural Oregon (communities under 40,000)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Open Jun 1 – Nov 30, 2026; reviewed monthly
AmountPublic libraries up to $5,000; school libraries up to $2,000 per school / $5,000 per district

Roundhouse Foundation Open

Local Food Purchase Grants

Who can apply: Food pantries and gleaners that partner with an Oregon Regional Food Bank, senior centers tied to their Area Agency on Aging, and backpack/summer meal programs, serving communities under 40,000. Unaffiliated pantries can apply with extra questions. Funds buy fresh food from regional producers or grocers. Faith-based institutions are ineligible.

Where: Rural Oregon (communities under 40,000)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Closes Nov 30, 2026, or earlier if funds run out
AmountUp to $6,000 (pantries, senior centers, gleaners); up to $2,500 (backpack/summer meal programs)

Roundhouse Foundation Open

Small Grants

Who can apply: 501(c)(3)s, government entities and Tribal governments serving rural Oregon, especially first-time partners. One small grant per calendar year and no other open Roundhouse grant. General operating and personnel requests are rarely funded.

Where: Rural Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Closes Nov 30, 2026; reviewed monthly
Amount$500–$2,500

Walmart / Sam's Club Open

Spark Good Local Grants (FY27 Cycle 3)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government entities, or faith-based groups with community-wide projects (e.g. food pantries). Needs a Spark Good account verified by Deed; allow time for verification. Must serve the same area as the facility you apply to.

Where: Nationwide (apply to a store, club or DC that serves your area)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Cycle 3 runs Aug 1 – Nov 30, 2026
Amount$250–$5,000

Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund Open

1st quarter 2027 grant round

Who can apply: Charitable organizations and local governments in the 11 counties, or activities with at least 51% Native American participants anywhere in the U.S. Purposes include education, health, public safety, prevention, housing, arts, environment and culture. No 501(c)(3) paperwork required. The FAQ says awards have averaged $5,000–$6,500.

Where: Lincoln, Tillamook, Linn, Lane, Benton, Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties, OR; Native American organizations anywhere in the U.S.

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineDec 1, 2026Due 4:30 PM, Dec 1, 2026 (firm); projects must start after Feb 5, 2027
AmountSee funder site

Spirit Mountain Community Fund Open

Small Grants (letter of inquiry)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3)s working in the 11-county service area. Program areas: arts & culture, historic preservation, education, environmental preservation, health and public safety. Request no more than 50% of the project budget; one grant at a time.

Where: Benton, Clackamas, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington and Yamhill counties, Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineDec 4, 2026LOI due Dec 4, 2026; invited applications due Jan 29, 2027
AmountUp to $7,500

Polk County Cultural Coalition Open

2027 cultural grants

Who can apply: Nonprofit arts, heritage and humanities projects serving Polk County that protect cultural assets, introduce young people to arts and history, or remove barriers to taking part.

Where: Polk County, Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineDec 31, 2026Applications due Dec 31, 2026; guidelines and forms posted in November
Amount$500–$3,000

Wildhorse Foundation Open

Quarterly grant

Who can apply: Government, Tribal and nonprofit organizations in the service area. Program areas include arts and culture, education, environment, historic preservation, public health, public safety, salmon restoration and problem gambling. Usually one grant per 12 months.

Where: Morrow, Umatilla, Union and Wallowa counties, OR; CTUIR ceded territory in WA; Oregon-based Native organizations

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineJan 1, 2027Next quarterly deadline Jan 1, 2027 (midnight)
AmountUp to $30,000 per year

Spirit Mountain Community Fund Open

Large Grants (letter of inquiry)

Who can apply: Same 11 counties and program areas as Small Grants; very competitive. Request no more than 50% of the project budget.

Where: Benton, Clackamas, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington and Yamhill counties, Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineJan 4, 2027LOI due Jan 4, 2027; invited applications due Feb 26, 2027
AmountUp to $50,000 program / $100,000 capital

Henry Lea Hillman, Jr. Foundation Open

June 2027 funding cycle

Who can apply: Projects making the Portland region healthier, safer and more equitable: visual and performing arts, education, health and human services, homelessness prevention. Register in Fluxx first (1–2 business days). Apply to only one Hillman family foundation per year.

Where: Portland, Oregon region

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineJan 5, 2027Submit before 12:00 PM ET, Jan 5, 2027 (rolling; Fluxx portal)
AmountSee funder site

James F. & Marion L. Miller Foundation Open

Standard Grants (inquiry form)

Who can apply: Multi-year operating support for Oregon arts organizations with expenses over $500,000, or K-12 education organizations with expenses over $25,000. Two steps: inquiry form, then invited application.

Where: Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineFeb 5, 2027Inquiry due Feb 5, 2027; invited applications due Mar 19, 2027
AmountSee funder site

Chambers Family Foundation Open

Grant proposals (Lane & Benton counties)

Who can apply: Projects in arts, education, medical, health and human needs in Lane and Benton counties. Application form plus narrative, budget, IRS letter, board list and financials/990. One award per organization in any 12 months.

Where: Lane and Benton counties, Oregon

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineMar 31, 2027Accepted any time; complete by Mar 31, 2027 for June decisions
AmountSee funder site

The Ford Family Foundation Rolling

Good Neighbor Grants

Who can apply: Projects at least 60% benefiting rural communities (35,000 or fewer people, not next to a 50,000+ metro). 25% of the budget committed before applying; request up to 1/3 of program costs or 50% of capital.

Where: Rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, CA

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingAlways open; decisions in 6–10 weeks
AmountUp to $20,000
Not open yet, reopening soon
  • Opal Apples: Youth Make a Difference grants (youth-led food/nutrition nonprofits). 2026–2027 window opens Dec 15, 2026. Funder site →
  • Pacific Power Foundation: Education/STEM cycle (incl. youth development). Next cycle deadline Mar 15, 2027. Funder site →
How we check these listings

Every listing comes from the funder's own website (or official guidelines), checked on the date shown. We list only programs that are open now or have a published opening date. If a page doesn't say the amount, we write "See funder site" instead of guessing. Deadlines can change, so always confirm on the official page before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Email fundfinch@proton.me.

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