Metro (Portland area regional government), OR Grant Opportunities

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Funding for Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments on properties that could become community assets, with an emphasis on four target corridors, plus technical assistance. The grant cycle runs through September 30, 2028.

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Grants for community stewardship and habitat restoration projects that build partnerships, raise awareness of protecting natural areas and build the capacity of organizations to lead restoration. Projects must benefit residents of the Metro area.

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Grants from the 2019 parks and nature bond measure and earlier investments for community nature projects across the region: restoration of habitat and water quality, nature education and community choice projects.

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Grants of up to $4 million a year for concept planning of new urban areas and for planning inside the urban growth boundary that supports equitable development and redevelopment. A letter of interest is required, and awards are made quarterly.

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Grants for projects in neighborhoods near the region's garbage transfer facilities that improve economic opportunity, livability and safety, benefit underserved populations, increase reuse and recycling, or improve natural areas. The program funds about $1.3 million of projects each year from fees collected at local transfer stations.