2026 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Sponsorship

A total of $180,000 is available for programs and activities with organizations able to apply for $15,000. Awards may vary based on the scope of work and number of community members served.

The deadline to apply is February 18, 2026 at 12 p.m.

Who should apply?

The Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Sponsorship is open to organizations located in the states of Oregon and Washington, providing services within the City of Portland and Multnomah County.

How much funding is available?

A total of $180,000 is available. Organizations can apply for $15,000. 

What programs and activities can be supported by this program?

Examples of programs and activities include:

• Preventative programs, workshops, camps, and events;
• Flexible funds for direct community assistance and services;
• Youth and adult mediation & mentoring programs;
• Arts & Culture or Recreational Violence preventative programs;
• Workforce development or job training and placement; and
• Athletic, sport, educational, leisure, and other activities.

How to apply?

1. Are you a vendor with the City of Portland? If not, you must first register as a vendor.
2. Visit the City of Portland Webgrants website - https://cityofportlandgrants.net - and create an account.
   1. Select "Click here to register."
   2. Fill out the required information.
   3. Under "Program area of interest," select "ovp - office of violence prevention."
   4. Answer the remaining questions.
   5. When finished, select "Save registration information."
   6. Once your account is created, you will receive two separate emails with your login and password information.
3. Log on to the City of Portland Webgrants website. Access the 2026 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Sponsorship and fill out the application and budget forms.

Applications must be submitted by 12 p.m. on February 18, 2026. 

Questions?

Watch an online information session with answers to frequently asked questions.