Projects should include conservation practices or best management practices (BMPs) that solve a specific natural resource issue (such as erosion, weed control, overgrazing, etc.).
LOI Deadline (3 weeks prior) must be submitted to be eligible | Application Due Date | Award Date/ Board Meeting |
9/12/2024 | 10/03/2024 | 12/4/2024 |
01/09/2025 | 01/30/2025 | 004/02/2025 |
TBA | TBA | TBA |
Marion SWCD is embarking on the 2nd year of a 3-year pilot program to offer grant funding to eligible partner entities to achieve our Mission to “protect, conserve, and improve the quality of soil and water in Marion County through planning, technical assistance and education.” The funds will benefit the residents of Marion SWCD, and will address conservation education, outreach, technical assistance, project implementation, and capacity support within our district.
Partner Grant Applications will be accepted through our Online Grant Portal between June 17, 2024 and August 15, 2024. For more information regarding the Partner Grants including project types and eligibility view the Partner Grant Guidebook (note that this Guidebook is a Draft version and will be updated). Check back regularly for updates.
The project or event must advance the mission of the Marion SWCD “to protect, conserve and improve the quality of soil, air and water in Marion County” and must address one or more of the following: Water Quality & Conservation, Soil Quality & Conservation, and/or Sustainable Land Use.
Application Due Date | Committee Review Date | Award Date/ Board Meeting |
September 4, 2024 | September 17, 2024 | October 2, 2024 |
November 6, 2024 | November 19, 2024 | December 4, 2024 |
February 5, 2025 | February 18, 2025 | March 5, 2025 |
April 2, 2025 | April 15, 2025 | May 7, 2025 |
Each fall, Marion SWCD coordinates Salmon Watch field trips for schools in Marion County. We want to help your school attend this hands-on educational experience!
Teachers who have signed up for a Salmon Watch field trip with Marion Soil and Water Conservation District may apply for funding to cover the cost of substitute teachers and transportation needed to attend the trip. Contact Heath to schedule a Salmon Watch field trip for your class and to learn more about the streamlined Salmon Watch funding process.
All funding has been applied for and the application period for 2024 is now closed.
The Special Projects Grant (SPG) supports projects that provide examples of practices that, if widely adopted, could solve a local area resource concern through either new and innovative technologies or proven but under-represented technologies.
The Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) aims to improve the health of streamside areas adjacent to agricultural lands, benefiting fish, wildlife, and water quality. Through this program, participants receive a 75% cost share, along with an annual rental payment for establishing and maintaining a forested riparian buffer zone spanning 35 to 180 feet along the streambank. Additionally, participants commit to preserving this buffer zone through a 10 to 15-year contract.
CREP covers various activities essential for the enhancement of riparian zones, including planting native vegetation, removing invasive species, applying mulch, installing livestock exclusion fencing, and implementing off-stream watering facilities.
Eligible property includes:
If you are interested in learning more about the program, contact our Riparian Conservationist, Rachel Kato and rachel@yamhillswcd.org.
The OWEB Small Grant Program is a competitive grant program that awards funds of up to $15,000 for on-the-ground restoration projects.
If you are interested in learning more about the program, contact our Grants Coordinator Susan Ortiz at susan.ortiz@marionswcd.net.
Our team can can help you with your grant and funding questions.