PGE Foundation’s Career Pathways Grant
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oregon that provide workforce development initiatives to help residents gain skills and employment, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The PGE Foundation, a private charitable foundation based in Oregon, provides grants to support organizations aligned with its core focus areas: Education, Creative Expression, and Career Pathways. The foundation’s mission emphasizes serving Oregonians and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion across funded programs. The Career Pathways grant cycle is one of three annual funding cycles offered by the PGE Foundation. The purpose of this grant is to support workforce development initiatives that help Oregonians gain skills, training, and employment opportunities. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations classified as 501(c)(3) or those with qualifying equivalent status. Applicants must be based in Oregon and serve Oregon communities, with priority consideration given to organizations located in specific counties, though these counties are not explicitly named. Applications for the Career Pathways cycle are being accepted from May 26 through July 7, 2025. Applicants must submit an online application; paper or email applications are not accepted. Required submission materials include a project budget, current operating budget, a board-approved statement of financial position, and the most recent itemized revenue and expense report. Previous grant recipients must submit an impact report prior to applying again. The foundation does not fund certain types of requests, including bridge grants, debt retirement, operational deficits, endowments, general fund drives, political activities, religious benefits, capital purchases such as vehicles or office equipment, event sponsorships, or travel expenses. Successful applications often feature collaborative partnerships, measurable objectives, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants seeking further information should consult the foundation’s website. No specific individual contact, email, or phone number is listed in the provided materials. Award decisions for the Career Pathways cycle will be made in September 2025.
Award Range
Not specified - Not specified
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Funding is for charitable nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations or equivalents, aligned with Career Pathways focus area. Applicants must submit project budget, current operating budget, board-approved statement of financial position, and most recent itemized revenue and expense report. Funding not allowed for debt, endowments, general fund drives, political activities, religious benefits, capital expenses (vehicles, computers), events, travel, and certain operational costs.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Applicants must be charitable, nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations classified as 501(c)(3) by the IRS or have qualifying equivalent status. Organizations must be based in Oregon and serve Oregonians, aligning with one or more of PGE Foundation’s focus areas. Organizations must comply with PGE Foundation’s nondiscrimination policy and may only submit one request per calendar year. Previous grantees must complete an impact report before applying again.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
June 9, 2025
Application Closes
July 7, 2025
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