Black United Fund- Community Impact Grants

Black United Fund- Community Impact Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Black United Fund of Oregon
Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Summary

The Black United Fund of Oregon (BUF-OR) provides Community Impact Grants to support the social and economic development of underserved communities in Oregon. Annually, BUF-OR awards grants ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 to nonprofit organizations that align with its mission and focus on BIPOC communities. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and operate within Oregon or SW Washington. This initiative aims to empower grassroots organizations and enhance community well-being.

Overview

Our Mission The mission of the Black United Fund of Oregon (BUF-OR) 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 Community Impact Grants The Black United Fund of Oregon annually offers one-time monetary awards to several selected nonprofit organizations. Selections will be prioritized based on an organization’s alignment with BUF-OR’s mission and impact on BIPOC communities. Funding BUF-OR will award approximately 10 nonprofits with grants ranging from $2,500 to $5,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Organizations must meet the following criteria to be eligible to apply for a standalone grant: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 place Organization aligns with BUF-OR’s mission and focuses impact on BIPOC communities Organization resides in and serves communities within the state of Oregon and SW WashingtonOrganization falls under BUF-OR's definition of "grassroots", meaning the organization's end-of-year net income equals or is below $600,000 (minus exceptions of the organization's physical move to a new space or capital campaign funds)