The OMSRG is open to communities participating in the Oregon Main Street Network. Grant awards are up to $400,000 in matching funds and may be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and construct buildings on properties in designated downtown areas statewide.

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Funded projects must facilitate community revitalization that will lead to private investment, job creation or retention, establishing or expanding viable businesses, or creating a stronger tax base. Projects may include façade improvement, accessibility enhancement, basic utilities, second floor renovations and more. Only organizations participating in the Oregon Main Street Network are eligible to apply. Projects must be within approved Main Street areas. Eligible organizations may collaborate with the local governments and private property owners to apply for projects that will have the biggest benefit to the downtown

 

The Pendleton Downtown Association looks forward to receiving your application for the 2025 Main Street Revitalization Grant. Approval comes in May from the administration agency, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Once approved you have three years to complete your project.

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Your expenses are reimbursed frequently as your project proceeds. Your total project costs must equal 130% of the grant. You are responsible for paying the 30% portion. If you were applying for the full $400,000—and you can show in your budget that these costs are supported—then your total cost would need to be at least $520,000. Projects larger than $520,000 would still have a grant limit of $400,000. But smaller projects are also encouraged by the Department. The type of project and the support you can muster for your project are more important than the size.

You can also find much more detailed information in the grant guidelines here.

Or you can call me at 541.215.8254

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If you're ready to apply, complete the prescreening application here.