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Pacific Power Foundation grants

Pacific Power (PacifiCorp, Berkshire Hathaway Energy)Closes Dec 15, 2026(60 days left)Up to $10,000

Summary

Nonprofits serving Pacific Power's territory in Oregon, central and southeastern Washington, and northern California can apply to the Pacific Power Foundation for grants usually $2,000-$5,000 (under $10,000) by organization-type deadline: Mar 15 education/STEM, Jun 15 community and environment, Sep 15 arts, Dec 15 safety and wellness.

About this grant

The Pacific Power Foundation (part of the PacifiCorp Foundation) funds 501(c)(3) nonprofits and, sometimes, government entities serving Pacific Power's territory in Oregon, central and southeastern Washington, and northern California. Grants are generally under $10,000, most between $2,000 and $5,000, and small capital grants up to $5,000 can be requested in any cycle. Applications go through an online portal with deadlines by organization type: March 15 (education/STEM), June 15 (community enhancement and environment), September 15 (arts and culture) and December 15 (safety and wellness).

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits
  • State and local governments
  • Colleges and universities

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

501(c)(3) nonprofit that is not a private foundation (government entities are sometimes funded for charitable purposes); proof of exemption with each request

Serves communities in the utility's service territory (Pacific Power's territory in Oregon, central and southeastern Washington, and northern California)

Includes schools and universities, cultural organizations, health and human services, and community and environmental groups

Not eligible: organizations that discriminate, political organizations, ballot campaigns or candidates

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Community development
  • Education
  • Environment

Money can be used for

  • Program support
  • Capital projects

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