Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants

Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Northwest Regional Education Service District Foundation
Amount: US $100 - US $2,500
Last Updated: October 21, 2025

Summary

The Northwest Regional ESD Foundation Grants aim to support special needs children and those at risk from birth to age 21, with a focus on equity for all backgrounds. The foundation serves Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, and Washington counties, providing essential resources to educators and families. Grant requests range from $100 to $2,500, emphasizing areas such as early learning, special education, and inclusive services for diverse learners.

Overview

NOTE: Ideas for grants at a larger amount may be submitted as a concept. Email your ideas/concepts to the the foundation liaison. About Us Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care providers and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook and Washington counties. Our region includes the large, urban school districts of Washington County and the smaller, rural districts located along the Columbia River, the Coastal Range and the North Oregon coast. Our regional office is located in Hillsboro, about 12 miles west of Portland. We also operate service centers in St. Helens, Astoria and Tillamook. Within our region, there are 20 school districts with more than 98,000 students (121,000 ADMw) Our Vision Every student educated, equipped and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Our Mission In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional Education Service District improves student learning by providing equitable access to high-quality services and support. Foundation Grants This application proposal is specifically targeted to fund grants that support special needs children, children with disabilities and children who are at risk birth to age 21. We do not discriminate on any basis protected by law, and we view the application with a special lens to facilitate equity for children of all backgrounds and cultures. Focus Areas Be sure your request aligns with one of the five areas the foundation supports: Birth to Age 5 Special EducationEarly Learning and Kindergarten ReadinessEnglish Language Learners and Migrant EducationSchool‐Age Special Education Regional Inclusive Services (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blind/Visually Impaired, DeafBlind, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Orthopedically Impaired, Traumatic Brain Injury) Funding Grant requests should be between $100 - $2,500.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.

Ineligibility

Grants will not cover staffing costs (including substitutes) and professional learning efforts.