Cultural Coalition/Participation Grant
Forecasted
The Cultural Coalition/Participation Grant from Business Oregon funds research-driven projects that increase access to arts, heritage, and humanities through local Oregon coalitions.
Funder: Business Oregon
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Cultural Participation Grant contact information postmark deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$1.4 million distributed biennially; each coalition receives a base allocation plus per capita funding.
Summary: Supports Oregon County and Tribal Cultural Coalitions to re-grant funds for local cultural projects that enhance access and participation statewide.
Key Information: Only Oregon County and Tribal Cultural Coalitions are eligible applicants.
Description
The Cultural Coalition/Participation Grant, administered by Business Oregon through the Oregon Cultural Trust, provides annual funding to County and Tribal Cultural Coalitions across Oregon. These coalitions re-grant the funds to support over 450 local projects each year, fostering increased public access to arts, heritage, and humanities activities. The program is designed to strengthen community identity, encourage collaboration among cultural organizations, and promote broad participation in cultural life throughout the state. Funding supports projects that are community-driven and aligned with local cultural plans.
