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

June 2026 (Grantee Evaluation Form) | March 2027 (Full application)

Typical awards range from $3,000–$7,000 per project; annual cycle.

Supports enrichment programs for high-potential and talented students in select Oregon counties, with a focus on innovative, engaging educational opportunities.

--- ## Description The Chintimini Fund, managed by the Oregon Community Foundation, provides small grants to support enrichment opportunities for high-potential and talented students—including those identified as talented and gifted—in Douglas, Benton, Lane, Linn, Tillamook, and Lincoln counties. The fund is designed to encourage programs that engage, inspire, and motivate students who may not be fully challenged by current school offerings, with an emphasis on both in-school and extracurricular activities. Programs should incorporate research-based and innovative strategies, align with the fund’s goals, and integrate planning with evaluation. Competitive proposals will demonstrate clear outcomes, sustainability, and a plan for evaluating impact. --- ## Due Dates - **June 2026 (anticipated):** Grantee Evaluation Form submission deadline - **March 2027 (anticipated):** Full application deadline (applications must be received by 9:00 p.m.) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from **$3,000 to $7,000** per project. - Funding is for project expenses only (not general operating, fundraising, or endowment costs). - Eligible costs include materials, program marketing, staff time, and administrative support. --- ## Eligibility - **Applicants:** Schools, public agencies, and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations - **Geographic restriction:** Must be located in Lane, Linn, Benton, Douglas, Tillamook, or Lincoln counties, Oregon - **Project scope:** Programs must serve high-potential or talented students and may be in-school or extracurricular - **Use of funds:** Only for direct project expenses; not for general operations, fundraising, or endowments --- ## Application Process - Download and review the [Request for Proposals (RFP)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/Chintimini-RFP-2026.docx) and [Grant Application](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/Chintimini-Application-2026.doc) - Complete the application and required narrative, evaluation plan, and budget documents - Submit all materials electronically as attachments in a single email to [chintiminifund@oregoncf.org](mailto:chintiminifund@oregoncf.org) - Grantee Evaluation Forms must be completed at the end of the project or by the specified evaluation deadline --- ## Additional Information - Projects should demonstrate innovation, alignment with research-based practices, and clear evaluation strategies - Proposals are more competitive if they include other funding sources or a plan to leverage the OCF grant for future support - Evaluation requires both a project leader and student feedback component --- ## External Links - [Chintimini Fund program page](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/chintimini-fund) - [Request for Proposals (DOCX)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/Chintimini-RFP-2026.docx) - [Grant Application (DOC)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/Chintimini-Application-2026.doc) - [Evaluation Forms (DOC)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/MS-Docs/grants/Chintimini-Evaluation-2026-.doc) - [Oregon Community Foundation grants overview](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [chintiminifund@oregoncf.org](mailto:chintiminifund@oregoncf.org) | | Phone | (541) 431-7099 | | Mailing Address | Chintimini Fund, Oregon Community Foundation, 44 W Broadway, Suite 426, Eugene, OR 97401 | | General OCF Contact | [info@oregoncf.org](mailto:info@oregoncf.org) or (503) 227-6846 | | Online Contact Form | [OCF Contact Page](https://oregoncf.org/about/contact) |

Chintimini Fund

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