Oregon Community Foundation Support for Camp Upgrades
Nonprofit camp facilities, school districts, tribal entities, and 501(c)(3) organizations in Oregon can apply for approximately US $60,000 to repair and improve existing outdoor residential camp infrastructure. The Oregon Community Foundation’s Gray Family Foundation Camp Maintenance fund may benefit camps that support outdoor school and environmental or water-related education experiences for youth.
The Oregon Community Foundation
Forest Stewardship Funding from Oregon Department of Forestry
Private rural forest landowners in Oregon can receive cost-share assistance to develop professional Forest Stewardship Plans that guide sustainable forest management and protect resources like water, wildlife, and soil. Oregon Department of Forestry supports plans of at least 10 acres, written to state standards and approved by local stewardship foresters, including updates to older multi-resource plans.
Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
Habitat Restoration Funding from Oregon Watershed Board
Oregon tribes, watershed councils, conservation districts, nonprofits, schools, and public agencies can receive up to US $20,000 for on-the-ground watershed and habitat restoration projects on private lands in Oregon. Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board supports projects that improve water quality and quantity, fish passage, riparian and wetland function, and overall freshwater and water resource health.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Water Infrastructure Funding from USDA Rural Development
State and local governments, private nonprofits, and federally recognized tribes in rural Oregon can receive funding to build or upgrade water, sewer, solid waste, and stormwater systems. USDA Rural Development provides support for construction, improvement, and related project costs to deliver clean, reliable water and waste services to eligible rural communities.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
OWEB Watershed Restoration Design Grants in Oregon
Applications due Aug 4, 2026
Oregon nonprofits, tribes, watershed councils, schools, and other eligible local entities planning watershed or habitat restoration in Oregon can access funding through the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board to develop technical designs and engineering plans. These technical assistance grants support restoration project design, including planning that considers impacts on native fish, wildlife habitat, and overall watershed function.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Watershed Planning Funding from Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board
Applications due Aug 4, 2026
Nonprofits, tribes, watershed councils, schools, and other eligible local entities in Oregon can receive support to develop implementation plans for watershed and habitat restoration. Grants from Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board help Oregon water and habitat organizations fund technical resource assessment and planning, with a 5% match required and no cap on request size.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Impact Litigation Funding for Justice Organizations via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation on economic, environmental, racial, or social justice can apply for US $10,000 - US $50,000 recoverable grants to cover out-of-pocket litigation costs. The Impact Fund supports cases across the U.S., including Oregon, that advance systemic change and benefit communities facing oppression.
The Impact Fund
Roundhouse Foundation Environmental Stewardship Grants in Oregon
Applications due Aug 15, 2026
Oregon 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, and Tribal governments serving rural communities can seek US $2,501 - US $30,000 for programs benefiting rural Oregon, including environmental stewardship projects. The Roundhouse Foundation’s open call may support work on watershed health, sustainable food systems, or outdoor access that intersects with freshwater conservation or water resource management.
The Roundhouse Foundation
Drinking Water Contamination Funding from Business Oregon
Letter of inquiry due Aug 15, 2026
Public water systems in Oregon seeking to address emerging contaminants in drinking water can access low-cost financing and up to US $10,000 in forgivable loan funding for planning, design, and construction projects. Focused on contamination mitigation, Business Oregon and the Oregon Health Authority prioritize small and disadvantaged communities dealing with PFAS and other emerging pollutants.
Business Oregon
Ronald W Naito Foundation Health Equity Grants
Letter of inquiry due Aug 26, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charities working on health equity, environmental health, or water-related health outcomes in Oregon and beyond can apply for Ronald W Naito Foundation’s unrestricted grants, awarding US $10,000 - US $40,000 for programs. Funding supports efforts that improve health outcomes, reduce inequities, and advance long-term community well-being.
Ronald W Naito Md Foundation
USDA Rural Development Support for Oregon Water
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Rurally located public bodies, nonprofit organizations, and federally recognized tribes in Oregon can use this funding to address emergencies that threaten safe, reliable drinking water. With a mission to restore clean water access after disasters, USDA Rural Development provides grants up to US $1,000,000 for water source, treatment, and transmission line projects in eligible low-income rural areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Freshwater Habitat Funding from Jubitz Family Foundation
Full proposal due Sep 30, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on freshwater and forest habitat restoration in Oregon can apply for Jubitz Family Foundation’s invitation-only grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $25,000 for ecosystem protection projects. Programs focused on Mount Hood-region rivers, streams, and forests with clear, measurable outcomes may be considered after submitting a Letter of Inquiry.
Jubitz Family Foundation
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Water Grants in Oregon
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofits, tribes, watershed councils, schools, and local governments in Oregon can seek funding to plan or implement water acquisition projects that increase instream flows and improve water quality. Grants from Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board help freshwater and fish conservation efforts through activities like strategic planning, acquiring water rights interests, landowner outreach, and long-term monitoring.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Metro Nature Education Grants in Oregon
Pre proposal due Oct 22, 2026
Nonprofits and community groups offering nature education and outdoor experiences in Oregon’s Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties can apply for Metro’s Nature in Neighborhoods grants, with awards up to US $100,000. With a mission to connect people with nature, Metro supports projects that improve water quality, restore habitat, and advance climate resilience and equity.
Metro
American Honda Motor Environment Grants in Oregon
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and schools with environmental programs in Oregon can seek $25,000 - $100,000 for decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient natural resource use projects. Grants from American Honda Motor help eligible states, including Oregon, fund initiatives like energy efficiency upgrades, onsite solar or wind, recycling, composting, and other sustainability efforts that benefit Honda communities.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Grants for Oregon Farmland Preservation
Applications due Nov 14, 2026
Oregon agricultural landowners and conservation partners seeking to preserve working lands and enhance natural resources in Oregon can apply for conservation covenant and easement funding that protects ongoing agriculture while improving habitat, water quality, and other resource values. Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board supports projects that maintain productive farms and ranches alongside fish and wildlife benefits.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Drinking Water Protection Funding from OWEB
Applications due Dec 13, 2026
Public water suppliers in Oregon can receive up to US $3,000,000 to protect, restore, or enhance drinking water sources through land acquisition and conservation projects. Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board supports activities such as purchasing land, securing easements or covenants, or repaying related project loans, with a 5% non-OWEB cash or in-kind match required.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Fisheries Grants for Oregon
Applications due Dec 22, 2026
Oregon organizations working on fisheries and sport fishing access in Oregon can access funding through Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife to support restoration and enhancement projects. Grants up to Up to US $200,000 may fund hatchery improvements, natural fish production, expanded hatchery output, and increased public access to fishing waters, which may benefit freshwater conservation and water resource efforts.
Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW)
Metro Habitat Restoration Grants in Oregon
Pre proposal due Feb 11, 2027
Oregon community groups, watershed councils, neighborhood associations, nonprofits, and fiscally sponsored collectives can fund habitat restoration and community stewardship projects benefiting Metro-area residents. Oregon water-focused organizations may be eligible for up to US $100,000 to improve water quality, restore fish and wildlife habitat, and advance environmental justice and equity through partnerships and community engagement.
Metro
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Capacity Grants in Oregon
Applications due Mar 7, 2027
Watershed councils and soil and water conservation districts in Oregon can receive operating support to engage communities in collaborative, voluntary watershed restoration and conservation. Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board funding helps cover core operating costs so organizations can work with landowners, protect native fish and wildlife habitat, and improve water quality, stream flows, and overall freshwater and watershed health.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
Oregon Water Resources Department Grants for Oregon Water Planning
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Local governments, tribes, and other eligible entities in Oregon can receive feasibility funding for water conservation, reuse, and storage project studies. Oregon Water Resources Department provides Oregon water resource managers with up to US $500,000 per study to support hydrologic, engineering, financial, environmental, and related analyses needed to decide whether to move forward with proposed water projects.
Oregon Water Resources Department
Environmental Equity Funding from Ninety Nine Girlfriends
Letter of inquiry due Mar 21, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and tribal entities in the Portland Metro/SW Washington region can receive US $50,000 - US $100,000 for environmental equity and sustainability work from Ninety Nine Girlfriends. Oregon groups addressing access to healthy food, homes, water, green space, pollution burdens, or climate and sustainability education may use funds for general operating or project support.
Ninety Nine Girlfriends
PGE Foundation Support for Oregon Climate Resilience
Applications due May 8, 2027
Oregon 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on wildfire preparedness, freshwater-related nature-based solutions, or climate-resilient parks and public spaces can access funding through PGE Foundation. Grants of US $10,000 - US $25,000 support community-driven resilience projects, especially in under-resourced and rural areas, that build stewardship, improve green infrastructure, and protect vulnerable populations.
PGE Foundation
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Grants for Oregon Water Quality
Applications due May 12, 2027
With a mission to improve water resources, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board provides Oregon tribes, watershed councils, conservation districts, schools, and other eligible public and nonprofit entities with funding for nutrient-reduction projects in the Klamath Basin. Grants support technical assistance and restoration, including wetlands restoration, treatment wetlands, riparian fencing, grazing management, and on-farm irrigation efficiency to enhance freshwater conservation and water quality.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
US $50,000 - US $2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Watershed Grants in Oregon
Applications due May 19, 2027
Nonprofit and conservation-focused organizations restoring forests, rivers, and wetlands in Oregon’s Klamath Basin can apply for National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funding. Focused on freshwater and habitat conservation, this program invites projects that improve water quality, water quantity, and aquatic and terrestrial habitats, with awards ranging from US $50,000 - US $2,000,000.
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Oregon Department of Agriculture Water Research Grants
Applications due May 31, 2027
Organizations conducting fertilizer and water-quality research in Oregon can seek funding to study how fertilizers, agricultural amendments, minerals, or lime products affect ground and surface water. Focused on water resource management, the Oregon Department of Agriculture supports projects whose results can be transferred to advisors, consultants, and end users, with awards up to US $70,000.
Oregon Department of Agriculture
Approximately US $2,000,000
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Grants for Oregon Partnerships
Pre proposal due May 26, 2028
High-performing conservation partnerships in Oregon working on ecological restoration and watershed priorities can seek approximately US $2,000,000 to implement strategic, results-oriented projects. Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) supports multi-year initiatives that deliver measurable ecological outcomes, guided by a current strategic action plan and detailed work plan, which may benefit freshwater conservation and water resource management efforts.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)