[Blue Mountain Community Foundation](https://www.bluemountainfoundation.org)

Rolling (Applications accepted year-round)

Amount varies; supports immediate needs during crises—no set minimum or maximum posted.

Provides emergency funding to nonprofits, churches, and public agencies in select counties facing unforeseen crises threatening operations.

--- ## Description The Unforeseen Needs Grant, administered by the Blue Mountain Community Foundation (BMCF) through the Clara & Art Bald & Mary Garner Esary Trusts, offers financial assistance to nonprofit organizations, churches, and public agencies facing unexpected crises that jeopardize their ability to operate or deliver services. The grant is intended to help organizations continue serving their communities during emergencies and is not meant for routine funding gaps, unsuccessful fundraising campaigns, or general operational shortfalls—unless these result in immediate disruption and the organization has a credible plan for long-term stability. The program specifically serves organizations operating in Umatilla, Walla Walla, Garfield, and Columbia counties. --- ## Due Dates - Applications accepted year-round - Decisions made on a rolling basis --- ## Funding Amount - No fixed award amount; funding is based on the immediate needs of the applicant organization during a crisis. - No minimum or maximum amount is specified. - Grants are intended for urgent, unforeseen needs—routine or anticipated financial gaps are typically not eligible. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must be one of the following: - A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization - A church - A public agency - Organizations not meeting these criteria may apply through a qualified fiscal sponsor Additional eligibility details: - The organization must serve one or more of the following counties: Umatilla, Walla Walla, Garfield, Columbia - Funding is for unforeseen crises only (e.g., natural disasters, sudden loss of critical infrastructure, urgent threats to continued service delivery) - Routine operational funding gaps, failed fundraising campaigns, or unsuccessful grant applications are not eligible unless they cause an immediate disruption and a credible stabilization plan is provided --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [BMCF online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=bmcf) - New applicants must create an account; returning users should log in with their existing credentials - Detailed application instructions are available in the [Online Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://res.cloudinary.com/dpmykpsih/image/upload/bmcf-site-322/media/1170/online-application-guidelines-and-tips.pdf) - Applications are reviewed and decisions are made on a rolling basis - Applicants should prepare all required documentation before starting the online application, as partial saves are not possible during registration --- ## Additional Information - Only one file can be uploaded per question in the application; combine documents as needed - If technical issues arise, applicants should contact BMCF staff for assistance - The grant is specifically for urgent, unforeseen needs—general operating support requests will not be considered unless they meet the emergency criteria --- ## External Links - [Unforeseen Needs Grant Program Details](https://www.bluemountainfoundation.org/grants/grantinfo/) - [BMCF Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=bmcf) - [Online Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://res.cloudinary.com/dpmykpsih/image/upload/bmcf-site-322/media/1170/online-application-guidelines-and-tips.pdf) - [BMCF Contact Page](https://www.bluemountainfoundation.org/about-us/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | bmcf@bluemountainfoundation.org | | Phone | 509.529.4371 | | Application Assistance | [Contact Page](https://www.bluemountainfoundation.org/about-us/contact-us/) | | Program Support | Liz McClure, liz@bluemountainfoundation.org |

Unforeseen Needs Grant

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