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Small Grants Program - Scappoose Bay Watershed Council
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Scappoose Bay Watershed Council
Benefits provided:
Free technical assistance
Land use:
Forest
Water-focused program:
Yes
Landowners in Columbia county work in partnership with the Scappoose Bay Watershed Council, and other local resources, to apply for eligible grants.
Overview
Description:
The State of Oregon has a competitive Small Grants Program available to the residents of Columbia County. Landowners work in partnership with the Scappoose Bay Watershed Council, and other local resources, to apply for eligible grants. The grants can cover 75% of the project costs, up to $15,000, for on-the-ground restoration projects on private land in our area. The first step is to contact us to discuss your project and schedule a site visit. Together, we can determine the best options for your situation. Depending on the options, a small grant may work for you. If not, we can offer other ideas to help.
Eligibility:
Concentrates along the creeks and streams that feed directly into the Scappoose Bay around the edge of Columbia City or so to the Cornelius Pass Road more or less.
Eligible project can include:
Stream bank planting or wildlife habitat improvements.
Invasive weed control.
Native plantings.
Erosion control.
Wetland restoration.
Pollinator habitat creation or enhancements.
Oak habitat improvements.
Financial benefit:
The grants can cover 75% of the project costs, up to $15,000, for on-the-ground restoration projects on private land in our area.
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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