
Three Rivers Foundation Accepting Grant Applications to Support Oregon Nonprofits
FLORENCE, Ore. – Three Rivers Foundation, the charitable arm of Three Rivers Casino Resort, is accepting applications for its 2025 grant cycle. Nonprofits are encouraged to apply for funding to support initiatives in education, healthcare, food security, environmental sustainability, and community enrichment.
Over the years, the foundation has awarded millions of dollars to nonprofits across Oregon, helping to strengthen local communities.
“It’s important for us to give back and make a meaningful impact,” said Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians Chief Doug Barrett “Three Rivers Casino Resort is not just a business; it’s an integral part of this community, and we believe in supporting the people and organizations that make Oregon a better place for all. It’s touching to read the applications we receive because they emphasize our area’s needs. It’s so rewarding when we get to make that call and tell organizations they’re receiving an extra funding boost.
Eligible nonprofits in Coos, Curry, Douglas, Lane, Lincoln, Harney, and Multnomah counties can apply for grants ranging from $5,000 to $40,000. Past recipients have used these funds to expand rural healthcare services, provide food assistance, support educational programs, and enhance emergency response efforts. In 2024, the foundation received around 300 applications, demonstrating the growing need for funding in Oregon’s communities.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Who Can Apply: Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits in eligible counties
Grant Amounts: $5,000 – $40,000
How to Apply: Applications open online on April 1, 2025.
Visit threeriversfoundation.org/apply-now for full details and to apply.
“We encourage all eligible nonprofits to apply for this year’s grant cycle. In our last grant cycle, we funded nearly 100 nonprofits, and we’ve seen firsthand how these funds can make a real difference, we want to ensure that even more organizations, especially new ones, have the opportunity to benefit from these grants,” said Human Resources Director Shelby Erickson
About Three Rivers Casino Resort
Owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, Three Rivers Casino Resort has strong ties to the surrounding community along the Central Oregon Coast. As one of the largest employers in the area, Three Rivers provides resources and opportunities for both tribal and non-tribal members of the region. In addition to providing local jobs, Three Rivers sponsors local arts programs for professional and children’s theater and donates to dozens of local and regional nonprofit organizations. It has become a pillar of community support; the philanthropic spirit of Three Rivers Casino is felt deeply on the Central Oregon Coast and statewide. For more information, visit threeriverscasino.com
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Rich Colton, Director of Marketing
rcolton@threeriverscasino.com
