Hometown Fund

Submit a project form describing a capital or pre-development project in Roseburg for consideration by The Ford Family Foundation's Hometown Fund.

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Deadline: deadline unknown, verify at source
Entry fee: Not listed - check the source
Award: $1,000,000
Location: Roseburg, Oregon

About

Overview

The Ford Family Foundation's Hometown Fund is a $10 million investment over 10 years to support large-scale, catalytic capital projects and pre-development efforts in Roseburg. The Fund supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental agencies, and tribal nations.

Project Requirements

Fall within Roseburg City limits, with special interest in the river corridor from Stewart Park Natural Area to downtown
Play a key role in unlocking larger community vision and transformation
Demonstrate strong momentum, viable funding plan, multi-sector collaboration, and committed partners with reasonable timeline

Funding Amounts

Capital projects: up to $1 million
Pre-development requests: up to $75,000
Amounts are guidelines; discussions with Foundation staff can address project scope

Selection Process

Grants are awarded based on how projects meet the criteria, not on a first-come-first-serve basis. The Foundation seeks highly collaborative projects with viable plans and demonstrated momentum. Awards are not necessarily distributed evenly over the 10 years.

How to Apply

Complete an info form to tell the Foundation about your project
Meet with Foundation staff after they review your form
If your project is a good fit, receive a formal application; if not, explore other funding opportunities

Other Opportunities

If the Hometown Fund is not the right fit for your project, explore The Ford Family Foundation's other grant opportunities.

Award: Capital grants up to $1 million; pre-development grants up to $75,000
Theme: Large-scale, catalytic capital projects and pre-development efforts in Roseburg that unlock community vision, demonstrate strong momentum, have viable funding plans, involve multi-sector collaboration, and are transformational for the community.
Eligibility: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental agencies, or tribal nations with projects within Roseburg City limits.
Audience: 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental agencies, and tribal nations

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