Black United Fund (BUF-OR) Sponsorship Grant

Black United Fund (BUF-OR) Sponsorship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Black United Fund of Oregon
Amount: US $250 - US $1,500
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

The Black United Fund of Oregon (BUF-OR) offers sponsorships to grassroots nonprofit organizations focused on BIPOC communities. Applications are accepted year-round, with specific deadlines for events throughout the year. BUF-OR supports organizations with a budget of $600,000 or less and aims to empower Black-led initiatives. Sponsorship amounts typically range from $250 to $1,500, although high demand may limit support. This initiative fosters community-driven change and addresses local needs effectively.

Overview

NOTE: Requests from qualifying organizations can be made at any time throughout the year. Applications are due and responded to on the following schedule. Sponsorships will be given out as long as funding is available. Organizations requesting sponsorship should plan their event/activity dates accordingly.  Application deadline June 30 for recommended event dates Sept 1 - Oct 15; Application deadline August 15 for recommended event dates Oct 16 - Nov 30; Application deadline September 30  for recommended event dates Dec 1 - Jan 15; Application deadline November 15 for recommended event dates Jan 16 - Feb 28; Application deadline December 31  for recommended event dates Mar 1 - Apr 15; Application deadline February 15 for recommended event dates Apr 16 - May 31; Application deadline Mar 31 for recommended event dates Jun 1 - Jul 15; and the Application deadline May 15 for recommended event dates Jul 16 - Aug 31. Mission The mission of the Black United Fund of Oregon is to assist in the social and economic development of Oregon's underserved communities and to contribute to a broader understanding of ethnic and culturally diverse groups. As one of the only Black-led foundations in Oregon, as well as one of the few remaining BIPOC-led organizations in historically-Black NE Portland, our presence has power! Black United Fund Sponsorship The Black United Fund of Oregon (BUF-OR) supports BIPOC-led and -serving, grassroots nonprofit organizations that hold a 501(c)(3) tax status or that are fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), and that align with our mission. We prioritize grassroots organizations as they are the heart of community-driven change and effectively address local needs. We believe that sustainable progress is best achieved by those who are deeply connected to and invested in their communities. BUF-OR defines “grassroots” as an operating budget equal to or below $600,000 (minus exceptions of the organization’s physical move to a new space or capital campaign funds). Applying organizations must meet this to be eligible for sponsorship. Sponsorship Amounts: Typically range from $250 to $1,500. Due to high demand, not all requests can be supported; this does not reflect the merit of any project.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nonprofit or community organizations holding a current tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code OR organizations fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a formal agreement in placeGrassroots initiative (organization operating budget ≤ $600,000)Mission-aligned with BUF-OR and focuses impact on BIPOC communitiesOrganization resides in and serves communities within the state of Oregon and SW Washington