State and Federal Funding Resources for Oregon’s Rural Communities
There is an unprecedented opportunity for rural Oregon communities to access and utilize public sector funding streams from federal and state governments.
Federal Readiness and Leverage Fund
The Federal Readiness and Leverage Fund aims to direct more federal funds into Oregon, increase capacity in Oregon’s underserved and rural communities, and strengthen avenues for collaboration across public, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors. This coordinated Fund leverages near-term investments from participating Funding Partners to unlock millions in federal funds, build long-term capacity through accompanying technical assistance, and move projects sitting at strategic inflection points forward.
Find Your EDD
The Economic Development District in your region may have free or subsidized grant writing capacity to help with your project.
Oregon Water and Wastewater Funding and Resource Guide
The Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) Oregon Water Wastewater Funding and Resource Guide identifies water and wastewater funding programs, agencies and organizational resources across Oregon. RCAC hopes that this guide will be used as a tool to help communities move forward with water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Research Report: Pathways to Securing Rural Federal Funding
This toolkit was developed in response to a research project focused on rural nonprofits and jurisdictions across the state. The lack of capacity, expertise and access to federal and state resources affect small organizations everywhere as well as those serving populations of color. Read the full report, “Pathways to Securing Rural Federal Funding,” commissioned by The Ford Family Foundation and developed by Rural Prosperity Partners.
Feedback & Questions
Please share feedback, comments or general questions using this form. If immediate assistance is needed, you can contact OEDD at jmcarmichael@mwvcog.org.
