Oregon Humanities will make $450,000 in grants for general operating or project/program support to nonprofit organizations and federally recognized tribes that have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 National Emergency and Oregon’s “Stay Home, Save Lives” executive order. Grants will be distributed in sums of $5,000, $7,500, and $10,000 based on organizational budget size.
The priority review deadline for applications is 11:59 p.m. PDT, Sunday, May 10, 2020. Any funds still available after the May 10 priority deadline will be awarded on a rolling basis until funds run out. Applicants will be notified about the status of their application no later than June 1, 2020.
Timeline
- Application opens: April 29, 2020
- Priority deadline: May 10, 2020
- Applicants notified: No later than June 1, 2020
Eligibility
These funds are intended to support organizations and tribes in Oregon that include community and culture in their scope of work, including but not limited to the following:
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Museums or historical societies
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Libraries or archives
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Literary or media organizations
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Culture building or preservation organizations
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Civic engagement organizations
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Visual or performing arts organizations
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Direct service providers
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Community centers/community-based organizations
All current and past Oregon Humanities Public Programs Grants or Responsive Program Grants awardees are eligible for this fund. We encourage organizations new to Oregon Humanities to apply if they meet the eligibility requirements.
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