Bend Foundation Grant

The Bend Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of Bend, Oregon residents by supporting non-profit and public organizations focused on cultural enrichment, environmental protection, and community livability. Established in 1947, the foundation funds initiatives that promote the arts, education, and conservation, while prioritizing one-time capital funding for impactful projects. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations that align with the foundation's mission to foster a vibrant community through diverse programs.

Bettering the lives of the Bend community through the legacy of providing public art; promoting cultural, educational and intellectual enrichment programs; and enhancing or preserving our physical environment.
The Bend Foundation’s mission is to assist in enriching the lives of Bend Oregon residents.
Established and funded by Brooks Scanlon, Brooks Resources and its shareholders, The Bend Foundation was originally formed in 1947 as a resource for injured loggers and mill workers, and to provide scholarships for industry workers.
Over the years, The Bend Foundation has performed as a leader in our community by identifying and supporting key needs in an effort to maintain and improve the livability in Bend.
Grant Focus
The primary focus of the Bend Foundation’s support is to contribute to non-profit and public organizations that:

• Promote cultural, intellectual enrichment and civil discourse programs impactful to the community
• Enhance livability and protect the environment

Request one-time capital funding and start-up projects and initiatives that support our mission in areas such as the arts, culture, intellectual enrichment and conservation.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations.

Ineligibility

To help with determining whether or not to apply, these are areas or categories we do not provide support:IndividualsIndividual ScholarshipsConferences and EventsPolitical CampaignsOngoing Operations