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Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Small Grant Program
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Hood RIver SWCD, OWEB
Benefits provided:
Financial
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
Yes
Grant funding for water quality and habitat improvement projects.
Overview
Description:
This funding opportunity provides landowners up to $15,000 in grant funds for projects that result in benefits to water quality and habitat improvements. One of the primary programs for financial assistance is the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Small Grant Program. The Hood River SWCD manages the grant program the for the local Hood River area. The SWCD is continually soliciting applications for OWEB small grants. This funding opportunity provides landowners up to $15,000 in grant funds for projects that result in benefits to water quality and habitat improvements.
Eligibility:
Projects eligible for funding include: irrigation upgrades, livestock improvements (hardened footings, manure storage, fencing), riparian plantings, fish passage, etc. This is not an exhaustive list, please call us to discuss any project ideas you might have to improve natural resources on your land
Financial benefit:
Grant up to $15,000
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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