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Metro Community Placemaking Grants
Regional grants for community-led, equity-focused arts and culture placemaking projects in the Portland metro region, including Gresham.
About this program
Metro Community Placemaking Grants fund community-led, equity-centered arts and culture projects that strengthen connection to place across greater Portland. Metro states that the 2026 cycle includes grants from $5,000 to $15,000 with no match required.
Eligibility
Community organizations, nonprofits, public agencies, and community-led project teams proposing eligible placemaking projects in the Metro region, including Gresham.
Requirements
- Submit a community-led arts, culture, or placemaking proposal
- Show community benefit, equity focus, partnerships, budget, and project readiness
- Complete Metro application materials by the published cycle deadline