How much funding does Better Together Grant provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Better Together Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Better Together Grant?

Eligible applicants: Nonprofits. Geography: Oregon; Operating in the Central Eastside Industrial District.

Better Together Grant

Central Eastside Industrial Council

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Nonprofits

Geography

Oregon
Operating in the Central Eastside Industrial District

Overview

The Better Together Grant funds arts/cultural events, public installations, and community-driven projects that activate public space, increase foot traffic, and promote the Central Eastside (Portland, OR) district identity. Projects must take place within the district. Note: this is a district-scoped placemaking grant for businesses/artists/nonprofits operating in the Central Eastside Industrial District.

How to Apply

Competitive grant cycle run by Central Eastside Together (CEIC's enhanced-service-district affiliate). Applicants propose events/projects that activate public space in the Central Eastside district. Selected by a committee of Central Eastside business representatives; awardees must acknowledge CET as funder.

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What Central Eastside Industrial Council actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2021: 8
Total given: $57K
Median grant: $7,150
Range: $1,500–$10K

100% of its 2021 grant dollars went to recipients in Oregon, where this grant's project is located.
Top recipient cities: Portland, OR.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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