Deadline: 23-May-25
The University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and the Community Partners Council have collaborated to support the capacity of community-based organizations to provide relevant programming for people with disabilities and their families.
Focus Areas
- Projects must promote the health and wellness of people with disabilities. Health and wellness can be thought of broadly, including:
- spiritual wellness,
- social health such as community and family connection,
- and also physical, mental, and emotional health and wellness.
Funding Information
- The partners invite Oregon 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations to apply for grants of up to $2000 to fund programming to promote the health and wellness of people with disabilities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Projects must be developed and carried out within the state of Oregon. They strongly encourage applicants to consider how they can reach underserved communities with their projects.
- Projects or funded project phases must be complete, and awards spent by June 30, 2026.
- Applicants must have tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status as a non-profit organization as defined by the Internal Revenue Service. Tax ID number must be provided with the application.
Exclusion
- Projects that do not ultimately benefit people with disabilities in Oregon
- Funding for political campaigns, candidates, or legislation
- Organizations or programs that are based, or provide services to populations, outside of Oregon
- Endowments, organizational debt reduction, and administrative expenses
- Funding for specific individuals or equipment for specific individuals.
For more information, visit University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.