December 15, 2025 3:05 a.m. 

The Oregon Community Foundation recently awarded just over $200,000 to several organizations in Douglas County.

The funding was part of $5.1 million given out by OCF’s Community Grants program to organizations working to expand access to education, health services, economic opportunity, arts and culture, and more. A release said grants awarded in rural towns and urban neighborhoods reflect OCF’s commitment to strengthening communities and tackling urgent needs.

Several local groups received $20,000 grants:

*Glide Revitalization to increase childcare capacity

*Safe Haven Maternity Home to support their Facility Stewardship initiative

*Friendly Kitchen for expansion of their Meals on Wheels program

*Peace at Home Advocacy Center for facilities improvements

*Elkton Community Education Center to hire a Garden and Nursery Coordinator

Grants varied between $37,700 and $12,000. Eleven organizations were given grant awards.

OCF has worked to improve the lives of Oregonians since 1973. In 2024, OCF distributed more than $211 million in grants and scholarships. Funds went to every county in Oregon in partnership with donors and volunteers.

A full list of grants throughout the state is available at: https://www.flashalert.net/images/news/2025-12/6858/185436/OCFFall2025CommunityGrantsList.pdf