The Rose Grant

The Rose Grant is a competitive funding opportunity aimed at supporting Oregon-based nonprofits with operating budgets over $250,000. Grants typically range from $25,000 to $35,000 annually, with possible awards between $10,000 and $75,000. Organizations are encouraged to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and financial readiness. The grant application is shared with the Daffodil Grant program, and funding decisions are expected within 3-4 months after the application period closes.

Note: Beginning in 2025, eligibility for most of our grant programs will be limited to organizations headquartered in and serving communities within Oregon. Nonprofits based in Washington are encouraged to explore funding opportunities through our Washington Impact Fund.
Mid-sized grants for established nonprofits delivering proven programs or investing in organizational capacity, typically with budgets above $250K.
$10K to $75k awards$35,000 average awardOrganizations' expenses above $250,00Very competitive (25% funded)

Eligibility

To be eligible for funding, we require that applicants:
Organizations must be independent IRS-designated 501(c)(3) public charities with one or more Form 990 filed. Tribal governments or government entities doing charitable works are also eligible to apply, assuming the ability to produce comparable financial records.Organizations must have at least one full fiscal year completed, along with a filed Form 990. Two or more years is preferred.This is usually our preference, and organizations located in Oregon will be prioritized. However, organizations located outside of Oregon with deep ties and service to Oregonians may be considered. All funded work must serve Oregon communities directly.

Ineligibility

We do not issue funding to private foundations, fiscally-sponsored organizations, faith-based or religious organizations, for-profit entities, individuals, political or lobbying organizations, endowments or debt reduction campaigns, international organizations, or animal-focused organizations. Funding to community foundations is rarely issued. We do not issue funding to organizations that are fiscally-sponsored or whose IRS Determination Letter is dated less than 12 months from the time of submission.