Applying for a Neighborhood to the River grant is a two-stage process:
Step 1. Submit a pre-application. A Grant Coordinator will review the pre-application and select applicants to complete full applications. The two-page pre-application can be submitted year-round.
Step 2. If selected, Grant Coordinators then invite selected applicants to submit a full application.
Step 1. Submit Pre-application.
Download and complete the pre-application form (available as a PDF or Word document).
We're Here to Help
Neighborhood to the River is committed to supporting applicants throughout the process, so don't let limited grant-writing or environmental experience stop you from applying. Call or email us for assistance with the application process. Find contact information for the Grant Coordinators on this page.
Submit Pre-Application
By mail:
Neighborhood to the River Program
City of Portland Environmental Services
Attn: Grant Coordinator
1120 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 613
Portland, OR 97204
By email: Email completed applications to the Grant Coordinator.
Once we receive your pre-application, the Grant Coordinator will notify you that your submission is under review. If your pre-application is approved, the Grant Coordinator will invite you to complete a full application.
Step 2: Complete the Full Application
Download and complete the full application form (available as a PDF or Word document).
Submit Full Application
In addition to the application form, you will need to submit the additional documents outlined on the Application Process and Guidelines page.
By mail:
Neighborhood to the River Program
City of Portland Environmental Services
Attn: Grant Coordinator
1120 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 613
Portland, OR 97204
By email: Email completed applications to the Grant Coordinator.