Best Crook County Grants for Nonprofits in Oregon

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Crook County, Oregon may be eligible for support through the Community Possible Grant Program. US Bank Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple “work, home, and play” pillars.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one year of status and innovative approaches to social problems may be eligible for funding to advance human services work in Crook County, Oregon. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to seek support for new solutions to existing or previously unaddressed social issues.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants of up to US $15,000 to support health, education, development, and welfare programs. Focused on child welfare, early childhood development, basic needs, and environmental responsibility, the foundation welcomes eligible projects from Crook County, Oregon and beyond.

Crook County, Oregon nonprofits and impact-first social enterprises tackling social or environmental challenges can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years. Early-stage, scalable organizations serving underserved communities in the U.S. or globally may receive capital plus intensive capacity-building and peer community support.

State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education. Focused on long-term impact, they support initiatives in auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, and educational programs. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities. However, funding is not available for individuals, religious programs, or organizations outside the U.S. By addressing critical community needs, these grants foster safer and more resilient neighborhoods.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, well-established organizations, including museums, performing arts groups, and arts education or STEAM initiatives, including those serving Crook County, Oregon.

U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing direct social services that address chronic poverty and strengthen families can apply for more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or general operations. With a mission to build healthy, productive lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable efforts in areas like housing, food access, economic development, legal aid, reentry, and youth development, including work reaching Crook County, Oregon.

The Labcorp Charitable Foundation, a private 501(c)(3) entity, aims to enhance healthcare access and education for all. With grant opportunities focusing on food programs, healthcare services for underserved populations, and STEM initiatives, it seeks to support community health and well-being. Organizations eligible for funding must be U.S.-based and hold tax-exempt status. Requests are reviewed biannually, in March and September, to foster impactful community projects.

Nonprofits and social enterprises improving education, health, or family economic stability for urban low‑income children can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling, including in Crook County, Oregon. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides funding in the U.S., India, and South Africa for programs serving children and youth in poverty.

Nonprofit charities managing humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts projects in Crook County, Oregon may be eligible for philanthropic support from Roche. Focused on sustainable development and high-impact partnerships, Roche invites accredited charities worldwide to propose innovative programs, with country-level affiliate offices supporting organizations operating in the same nation as the affiliate.

Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities, including those in Crook County, Oregon. With a mission to promote health, education, and disaster relief globally, Semnani Family Foundation provides funding to organizations in the U.S. and other countries working with vulnerable populations and underserved groups.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations conducting charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work can apply for Sidney Stern Memorial Trust support; awards fund projects carried out within the U.S. Crook County, Oregon nonprofits meeting these criteria may be eligible if their programs are soundly managed, broadly impactful, and materially advance general welfare.

Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help Crook County, Oregon nonprofits fund community development, basic needs, workforce education, and related programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may seek sponsorship support for initiatives such as housing, hunger relief, arts and culture, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion efforts that strengthen low- and moderate-income communities.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Crook County, Oregon can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants, awarding up to US $10,000 for arts, education, social justice, health, and ethical journalism, including general operating support. While the trust prioritizes Downstate New York and South Florida, mission-aligned Oregon organizations may be considered, especially with diverse funding bases.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million, including those serving Crook County, Oregon, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian needs, and arts and culture. Organizations worldwide may be considered if they meet mission and eligibility criteria.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in fields like conservation, education, and wellness can seek storytelling project support in Crook County, Oregon. With a mission to partner locally, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides more than US $50,000 to help capture and share the real-world impact of eligible programs through compelling media and narratives.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Crook County, Oregon that support basic needs, at-risk youth, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants. Eligible groups must be within 15 miles of a TJX location, meet mission and nondiscrimination criteria, and complete an eligibility questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Crook County, Oregon can seek funding for environmental and human services programs or general operations. The Lawrence Foundation provides unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to eligible U.S.-headquartered organizations, including those serving Crook County as part of broader national or international work.

Nonprofit organizations in Crook County, Oregon can seek funding for museums, cultural and performing arts, education, community services, health facilities, environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and programs for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. With a mission to help where smaller grants matter, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits US $1,000 - US $20,000 for impactful community-based work.

Grants from Ameriprise Financial help Crook County, Oregon nonprofits working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. must align with areas like hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, workforce readiness, financial literacy, community development, or arts access, and may be especially competitive if they engage Ameriprise volunteers.

The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Crook County, Oregon seeking program support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. nonprofits fund one year of project-based activities rather than general operating support.

About Us

Who We Are

The Wayne County Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that works to strengthen the community we all share by helping donors make a lasting difference with their philanthropic endeavors – connecting their dreams and passions with causes that matter.

Established in 1978 with a single gift of $1,000, WCCF has become the steward of over 620 separate funds created from bequests and gifts, each with their own philanthropic purpose to support the future of our community now – and for many years to come.

The mission of Wayne County Community Foundation is to provide philanthropic leadership to our community.

Roy S. Bates Scholarship

Roy S. Bates (1916-2004)

Roy Bates was born August 28, 1916, in a farmhouse in Chester Township, Wayne County, Ohio. A breach baby, Roy’s arms and legs were broken during delivery; miraculously, the baby survived and the only permanent impairment was a crooked right arm that couldn’t be raised above the shoulder. Roy was a bright, precocious child who entered Chester High School at age 13 where he played on the varsity basketball and baseball teams and graduated as valedictorian of the Class of 1933.

Bates attended the College of Wooster where he was an outstanding intramural basketball and baseball player. After graduating from Wooster in 1937, Roy accepted a position teaching social studies at Chester High School. He was appointed Chester’s basketball coach in 1938, and he became the baseball coach in 1942. When Chester became a part of Northwestern High School in 1951, Bates was appointed basketball and baseball coach at the new school. When his coaching career ended in 1967, his varsity coaching record stood at 475-52 in baseball and 441-84 in basketball. Bates was the first coach in Ohio history to win state championships in both baseball (1959) and basketball (1965, and he was the first coach to be elected to both the Ohio Coaches Baseball and Basketball Halls of Fame.

A world traveler, Bates led eight senior class trips, 12 basketball team trips and about 40 National Education Association trips to every continent except Antarctica. From 1948 to 2001, Bates conducted more than 14,500 sports shows on Wooster Radio. He also officiated basketball, baseball, and softball games for more than 30 years.

After Bates retired from Northwestern in 1977, he assisted with college basketball programs at Indiana University, Cornell University, the University of Colorado, and the College of Wooster. Through his personal investments, he established the Roy S. Bates Scholarship Fund at Wayne County Community Foundation to help student athletes pursue their dreams of higher education.

Oregon 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Crook County communities can seek funding for programs that improve quality of life for underserved residents, including economic stability, workforce development, health, and disaster relief. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides U.S.-based project, general operating, and capital support to local, community-benefit organizations in areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs in youth education, basic needs, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship in Crook County, Oregon can receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community projects. Chick Fil A Foundation provides True Inspiration Awards to U.S., Canadian, U.K., and Singapore charities serving children, youth, and their families.

Grants to recognize collaborative, partnership-driven programs are available to U.S. nonprofit organizations, including those serving Crook County, Oregon. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help nonprofits highlight exemplary cross-sector partnerships that improve communities, demonstrate measurable social impact, and offer models that can be replicated or scaled to address significant social issues.

Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or humanitarian needs can apply for Gupta Family Foundation support; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Crook County, Oregon 501(c)(3)s, and similar groups in select countries, expand focused interventions that help disadvantaged people become more self-reliant.