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

September 2026 | March 2027

Up to $25,000 per project; typically one-year duration; preference for projects with matching funds.

Supports innovative projects that enhance education, workforce, and economic development in Oregon’s Border Region.

--- ## Description This grant supports projects that significantly impact education, workforce, and economic development capacity in Oregon's Border Region—defined as areas within 20 miles of the Oregon-Idaho border, including Ontario, Nyssa, Vale, Willow Creek, Brogan, and adjacent communities. The grant is designed to foster innovative and creative solutions that drive prosperity, increase workforce skills and availability, improve competitiveness with Idaho, enhance the property tax base, and leverage additional funding. Projects must clearly demonstrate their potential to enhance economic vitality and opportunity within the Border Region. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated): Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant full application deadline (end of Aug 1–Sep 30 window) - March 2027 (anticipated): Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant full application deadline (end of Feb 1–Mar 31 window) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant request: **$25,000 per project** - Typical grant duration: **one year** - Preference is given to projects with matching or leveraged funds (matching funds not strictly required but strengthen applications) - Grant funds may not be used for debt service, pre-award expenses, or salaries/payroll unless specifically approved --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Residents and landowners within the Border Region - Schools and educational service providers - Businesses and private or nonprofit organizations with a principal place of business or majority workforce in the region - Local governments and community groups - Economic development organizations **Key eligibility notes:** - Projects must take place within the defined Border Region - Only one open grant per applicant at a time - Projects must have a significant impact on education, workforce, or economic development - Preference for projects leveraging additional (non-grant) funds --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare your proposal**: - Clearly describe the project’s objectives, impact, and alignment with Border Board priorities - Demonstrate innovation and creative solutions to regional challenges - Include a project budget, identifying any matching or leveraged funds (with documentation) - Address project sustainability and measurable outcomes 2. **Gather required documents**: - Organizational information - Project narrative and budget - Optional: plans, photos, letters of support 3. **Submit your application**: - Use the [Edge Grant Application Form (PDF)](https://www.eoborderboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Edge-Grant-Application-FILLABLE.pdf) or check for online application instructions on the [program page](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/eastern-oregon-border-board-scott-fairley-memorial-edge-grant) - Applications must be complete and received by the deadline; late submissions will not be considered 4. **Scoring and Review**: - Applications are scored based on alignment with program priorities, project support, financial sustainability, potential for success, and innovativeness - Preference for projects with matching or leveraged funds, strong community/industry support, and clear sustainability plans 5. **Notification and Reporting**: - Awardees will be notified in writing - Grant recipients must provide a final report on project outcomes and impact --- ## Additional Information - Projects must comply with all applicable state and federal laws - Ineligible uses include debt retirement, pre-award expenses, and (unless approved) salaries/payroll - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Board with questions at least two weeks before the deadline --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/eastern-oregon-border-board-scott-fairley-memorial-edge-grant) - [Program Handbook (PDF)](https://oregoncf.org/assets/PDFs-and-Docs/PDFs/Grants/EOBED/EOBB-Handbook-ALL-PROGRAMS-Jan22Update.pdf) - [Application Form (PDF)](https://www.eoborderboard.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Edge-Grant-Application-FILLABLE.pdf) - [Border Board Resource Page](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants-resources/eastern-oregon-border-board-resource-page) - [Eastern Oregon Border Board Website](https://www.eoborderboard.org) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Program/Eligibility/Application Questions | Emily Conlon, Board Coordinator:
[eoborderboard@gmail.com](mailto:eoborderboard@gmail.com) | | Technical/MyOCF questions | [grants@oregoncf.org](mailto:grants@oregoncf.org) | | Oregon Community Foundation general contact | [info@oregoncf.org](mailto:info@oregoncf.org)
(503) 227-6846 | ---

Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant

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