Cultural Partner Grants
This grant funds statewide partnerships to support and strengthen Oregon’s cultural programming through collaborations with leading cultural organizations and the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Funder: Business Oregon
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent cycle: $1.4 million total (2019–21); award sizes and duration not specified.
Summary: Supports statewide cultural programming in Oregon through partnerships with key cultural organizations and the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Description
The Cultural Partner Grants program, funded by the Oregon Cultural Trust and administered in partnership with Business Oregon, supports and strengthens Oregon's cultural landscape. The program collaborates with five major statewide organizations—the Arts Commission, Oregon Humanities, the Historical Society, the Heritage Commission, and the State Historic Preservation Office—to deliver support and programming that enhance cultural initiatives across the state. Funding is intended to foster partnerships and sustain a broad range of cultural projects and organizations, ultimately enriching Oregon’s cultural vitality.
