Klamath Falls, Oregon – The City of Klamath Falls is accepting applications for a new round of grant funding for the 2026–27 fiscal year. This gives local groups an opportunity to get money for initiatives that would improve the city’s economy and community life. There are two main ways to get money, both of which are meant to support economic growth and community-driven projects in Klamath Falls.
The Economic Development Grant Program is one way to get help. It is for nonprofit groups that want to make the city’s business climate better. This program is meant to assist the economy stay stable in the long term by supporting measures that help current businesses, bring in new investment, and encourage healthy growth. Projects that can get funding may focus on keeping and growing local businesses, bringing new life to downtown and neighborhood areas, helping small businesses, or supporting housing development that fits with the city’s goals.
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In addition to financing for economic development, the city is also taking applications for Community Initiative Funding, Event Sponsorship Funding, and Supporting Sponsorship Funding. These programs are meant to help organizations, community groups, and planners who offer cultural, civic, or public advantages to people who live in the area. You can use the money to help with community events or projects that bring people together, get people more involved in their communities, or make Klamath Falls a better place to live.
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Starting on January 12, 2026, and ending on March 1, 2026, applications for all funding possibilities will be accepted. Funding will be available for approved projects starting on July 1, 2026, which is the start of the new fiscal year. City officials advise qualified groups to carefully review the program requirements and send in full applications before the deadline.
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The City of Klamath Falls website has further information about who can apply, how applications are evaluated, and what materials are needed. Groups that want to submit should read the complete program material to make sure their ideas fit with the city’s financing priorities and deadlines.
