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

March 2027 (application window opens) | April 2027 (full application deadline)

Typical awards: $500–$7,500 per cycle (max $15,000/calendar year per org); total annual pool up to $30,000.

Supports nonprofits advancing racial equity and serving underserved communities in the Portland metro area through educational and digital programs.

--- ## Description The Thesis Foundation Fund, administered by the Oregon Community Foundation, is dedicated to closing the equity gap in the greater Portland metro area. The fund supports nonprofit organizations addressing issues of racial equity and serving underserved communities, with a particular focus on educational and digital programming. Grants are awarded to projects that demonstrate strong community impact, especially those connected to Thesis employees and organizations well-positioned to carry out their proposed work. The fund prioritizes projects in leadership, mentorship, crisis response, and those requiring timely support. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027: Application window opens (anticipated) - April 2027: Full application deadline / application window closes (anticipated) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $500 to $7,500 per cycle. - The maximum award per organization is $15,000 per calendar year. - The total annual funding pool is up to $30,000. - Most awards are expected at the lower end of the range; only a limited number at the top end. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - Nonprofit agencies recognized as 501(c)(3) by the IRS - Public educational institutions - Government or recognized tribal agencies - Organizations with a charitable, tax-exempt purpose - Projects must take place within the greater Portland metro area (Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, or Clark County in SW Washington). - Organizations must provide equal opportunity in leadership, staffing, and service. - The fund does **not** support: - Individuals, private foundations, or discriminatory organizations - Political campaigns, lobbying groups, fraternal/religiously affiliated organizations - Individual schools, PTOs, or PTAs - Scholarships, loans to individuals, personal pledges, general fund drives, event tickets, salary supplementation, annual appeals, debt reduction, endowments, or legal expenses --- ## Application Process - Review the [grant guidelines](https://foundation.thesis.agency/guidelines). - Prepare a proposal addressing the fund’s focus areas and eligibility criteria. - Submit an application during the anticipated window via the [online application form](https://airtable.com/appBnbTG5hJPsbJZk/shrCbTqSfKxyUCg5d). - Applications are reviewed by the Thesis Foundation board of directors. - Awards are based on community impact, connection to Thesis employees, and organizational capacity. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations may reapply each cycle but cannot exceed $15,000 in awards per year. - The board may award less than the requested amount based on project size and available funds. - Projects supporting crisis response (e.g., pandemics, humanitarian emergencies) are eligible if aligned with the fund’s mission. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (Oregon Community Foundation)](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/thesis-foundation-fund) - [Grant Guidelines](https://foundation.thesis.agency/guidelines) - [Application Form](https://airtable.com/appBnbTG5hJPsbJZk/shrCbTqSfKxyUCg5d) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------| | Oregon Community Foundation | [info@oregoncf.org](mailto:info@oregoncf.org) \| [(503) 227-6846](tel:+15032276846) | | Thesis Foundation | [foundation@thesis.agency](mailto:foundation@thesis.agency) | ---

Thesis Foundation Fund

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