Eastern Oregon Border Board Community Improvement Planning Grant
Supports planning projects in Oregon's Border Region that use research and analysis to enhance education, workforce, and economic development capacity.
Funder: Oregon Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 | March 31, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per project; grants may be used for planning or as match for other planning funds.
Summary: Supports local governments in Oregon's Border Region to plan projects that enhance education, workforce, and economic development.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline date.
Description
This grant program provides funding for community improvement planning projects that significantly impact education, workforce, and economic development capacity in Oregon's Border Region. The goal is to support local governments in planning efforts—such as master plans, feasibility studies, and infrastructure assessments—that increase regional prosperity, improve the property tax base, enhance competitiveness with Idaho, expand workforce skills and availability, and leverage outside funding. Priority is given to projects that can demonstrate substantial leverage of additional funds and clear alignment with the region's strategic priorities.
