STRATEGIC INVESTMENT GRANT PROGRAM

Eligible applicants include:

• Registered non-profit organizations (with evidence of IRS tax-exempt status and current registration with the Oregon Secretary of State, Corporation Division.)
• Federally recognized tribal entities
• Cities, counties and special districts
• State and federal agencies

Projects must meet the following criteria:

• Align with at least one of the tourism pillars, and at least one of the five-year strategic priorities noted in the guidelines.
• Project or a key phase of a project can be completed within 18 months of funding.
• Has clear and detailed budget specific to proposed project.
• Demonstrates long-term sustainability.
• Includes Letter(s) of Partnership from partners and/or relevant cultural or accessibility organizations with vested interest in the project.
• Advance approval from land management agencies or other jurisdictions and/or permits needed to execute the project. If applicable.

Please review the Program Guidelines for more information about eligibility.
Program FAQ's can be found HERE. 

The 26/27 Strategic Investment Grant Program grant cycle will open October 1, 2026 and will close November 2, 2026 at 5pm.

• Program Guidelines: Click to download
• Application Questions: Click to download
• FAQ Sheet: Click to download
• Budget Form: Click to download 
• Letter Of Partnership Template: Click to download
• Recording of 10/6/26 Informational Webinar: Click to view recording
• PowerPoint from 10/6/26 Webinar: Click to download

To create an organizational profile for the upcoming 26/27 Strategic Investment Grant Program click on the link above.

Current applicants and past awardees can also access their grant management system through the above link. Please note:

• If can't remember your password enter the email address you used to set up your profile into the signing window and follow the "Forgot Password" prompts.
• If your organization has an account in the system but the individual who created it is no longer with your organization email funding@mthoodterritory.com and request that a new user be added to your account.

Many projects are funded by Clackamas County Office of Tourism each cycle, these are just a few examples:

• Accessible Pathways at Philip Foster Farm
• Trillium Lake Accessible Boardwalk
• Indigenous Art Installations Along The Clackamas River

Previous cycle documents and press releases:

• 2026 Grant Award Media Release
• 2025 Grant Award Media Release
• 2024 Grant Award Media Release

While staff are unable to advise on specific projects or applications, we are happy to assist with general grant program and process questions. 

Please direct all grant-related questions or information requests to funding@mthoodterritory.com.