Community Opportunity Grant

The City of Wilsonville offers three distinct grant opportunities to both individuals and organizations with the goal of supporting projects that benefit the Wilsonville community. The programs available include the Community Opportunity Grant, the Community Cultural Events and Programs Grant, and the Wilsonville-Metro Community Enhancement Grant. Each grant has specific criteria, funding deadlines, and award amounts, catering to different community-focused projects.

The Community Opportunity Grant is designed to fund a wide range of local initiatives. With funds totaling $25,000, this grant supports projects promoting education, diversity, arts, community involvement, and programs that benefit youth and older adults. This grant is funded by the City’s general fund and is distributed twice per year. The upcoming deadline for submission is March 7, 2025, with a review date set for April 10, 2025. Applications for this grant must be submitted online, and a final report is required upon completion if awarded funding.

The Community Cultural Events and Programs (CCEP) Grant is primarily aimed at non-profit organizations that wish to create or support events or programs promoting arts, culture, history, and heritage in Wilsonville. It also supports festivals and special events benefiting the community. This program has a total funding amount of $25,000, which is distributed to multiple organizations. The application deadline for the CCEP Grant is November 15, 2024, with a review meeting set for December 4, 2024. Like the Opportunity Grant, a final report must be submitted if funds are awarded.

The Wilsonville-Metro Community Enhancement Grant provides funding annually for projects that enhance the city’s appearance, environmental quality, or recreational areas. The program’s funding is sourced from the Metro Community Enhancement Program and the Community Investment Fee Program. Unlike the other two grants, the funding amount for this grant can vary each year. Applicants must meet with the grant administrator in a pre-application meeting before applying, and all projects must be completed within two years of receiving funds. This grant focuses on projects located within city limits.

Each grant program is supported by the City of Wilsonville’s Parks and Recreation department, with specific application portals and guidelines provided for each. Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review the associated guidelines and reports before applying.

For further details, individuals and organizations can reach out to Brian Stevenson, the Program Manager for the Community Opportunity Grant, via email or phone. Contact information for the Parks and Recreation Department is also provided for general inquiries.