[Oregon Community Foundation](https://oregoncf.org)

October 1, 2026 (Post-grant evaluation report; annual deadline for grantees)

Grant sizes vary; typical awards support Oregon nonprofits for one-year projects.

Supports Oregon nonprofits advancing recycling, environmental conservation, and community solutions aligned with Oregon’s Bottle Bill.

Applications are by invitation only; grant funds may not be used for lobbying.

--- ## Description The BottleDrop Fund, established by the Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative (OBRC) in partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation, provides annual grant support to Oregon-based nonprofits. Its mission is to further the goals of Oregon’s Bottle Bill by funding creative, community-driven solutions that address litter and waste reduction, environmental conservation, recycling, environmental education, public-private partnership innovations, and skill-building or job training for low-income residents. The fund is sustained through remitted unredeemed deposits and the Containers for Change program, and is focused on keeping Oregon beautiful, enhancing recycling, protecting the environment, and supporting vulnerable populations. --- ## Due Dates - October 1, 2026: Post-grant evaluation report due (annual deadline for grantees) - Reports are due on or before October 1 each year for all current grantees. A new application will not be considered unless evaluation reports have been submitted for all previous grants. --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary by project and organization. - Grants typically support one-year projects for Oregon nonprofits. - No specific minimum or maximum award is published; funding is based on available resources and alignment with fund priorities. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Nonprofit organizations operating in Oregon. - **Focus Areas:** Projects must align with one or more of the following priorities: - Litter and waste reduction - Environmental conservation - Environmental education - Recycling - Public-private partnership innovations addressing community problems in Oregon - Skill-building and job training for low-income residents - **Application Process:** Applications are accepted **by invitation only**. - **Restrictions:** Grant funds may not be used for lobbying activities. --- ## Application Process - **Invitation:** Only invited nonprofits may apply. - **Submission:** Invited applicants will receive instructions for submitting their proposals. - **Reporting Requirement:** All grantees must submit a post-grant evaluation report by October 1 following the grant period. The evaluation form is available [here](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/BottleDrop-Grant-Evaluation-Form-2024-25.doc). - **Future Applications:** A new application will not be considered unless all required reports for previous grants have been submitted. --- ## Additional Information - The BottleDrop Fund is designed to support innovative and impactful projects that further the vision of Oregon’s Bottle Bill. - The program is sustained through remitted unredeemed deposits and the Containers for Change program. - Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate measurable impact, community partnerships, and alignment with fund priorities. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: BottleDrop Fund](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/the-bottledrop-fund) - [Oregon Community Foundation Home](https://oregoncf.org) - [Grant Evaluation Form (DOC)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/BottleDrop-Grant-Evaluation-Form-2024-25.doc) - [MyOCF Portal (Application & Account Management)](https://oregoncf.my.site.com/MyOCF_login) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-----------------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@oregoncf.org](mailto:info@oregoncf.org) \| (503) 227-6846 | | Program Requirements | Michael Oreste, Senior Program Officer for Donor Impact: [moreste@oregoncf.org](mailto:moreste@oregoncf.org) | | Application System Support | [grants@oregoncf.org](mailto:grants@oregoncf.org) | ---

The BottleDrop Fund

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