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Oregon Native American Chamber
4445 SW Barbur Blvd, STE. 102
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 894-4525
support@onacc.org
Virtual Black Friday – Portland Indigenous Marketplace
/in News /by Jeff FitzpatrickRFP For Professional Service Providers
/in Community Announcement, COVID-19, Frontpage Article, Grants, Jobs /by Amber FaistTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
OREGON NATIVE AMERICAN CHAMBER
PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL DECEMBER 30, 2020
Organization Background
The Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) is a 501c3 organization serving Oregon and SW Washington to advance the economic and educational opportunities for Native Americans.
Short Form Request for Proposal
Rolling – Opens September 21, 2020 – Ends December 01, 2020. T/A Service Program Ends December 31, 2020
ONAC is seeking qualified applicants to provide technical assistance to individual entrepreneurs and small businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic crisis.
This is an innovative technical assistance program that distributes federal CARES Act funds via a Business Oregon (OBDD) grant program to serve small businesses who face systemic barriers to success.
The expanded technical assistance resources made possible through this fund are designated to reach groups identified in Governor Brown’s Equity Framework in COVID-19 Response and Recovery. This includes providing services to underserved, hard to reach, and rural communities, along with Native, Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC)- owned small businesses.
The business technical assistance providers identified through this RFP will join ONAC as together they increase the resiliency of Native-owned small businesses in Oregon and as they continue to rebuild and respond to COVID-19’s impact.
ONAC, through this funding, is increasing the number of Native-owned small businesses who are successfully reached, assessed and then paired with a contracted business technical assistance provider poised to address their specific needs.
Services performed by ONAC and its contracted network of providers are culturally-specific or culturally competent and proactively meet the unique needs of Native- and BIPOC-owned small businesses in urban and rural Oregon.
Increased resiliency and recovery of small businesses impacted by COVID-19 through:
ONAC is seeking businesses and individuals who have a successful history of providing technical assistance to improve the resiliency and success of small businesses, particularly Equity Framework businesses.
Technical assistance is defined broadly and includes marketing, human resource, legal, logistics planning, coaching and more that supports ONAC in meeting the above Project Goals. This also includes support as businesses seek help navigating evolving COVID regulations regarding staffing, PPE, testing, reopening requirements and more.
Interested and qualifying businesses or individuals who provide business technical assistance would be placed in ONAC’s database of providers. ONAC would then continue to conduct outreach and targeted marketing to apprise the community of these services. ONAC then assesses the needs of businesses on an ongoing basis and pairs them with a technical assistance provider or group of providers that can best meet their needs.
Providers would operate “on call” and would be able to accept or refuse a proposed placement based on availability.
Providers are responsible for tracking a variety of metrics on behalf of each business they support, as well as tracking hours and expenses for reimbursement.
Businesses and individuals seeking to qualify for inclusion in ONAC’s database of on-call technical assistance providers are evaluated based on:
The performance of providers (and their subsequent continued inclusion in the database) is evaluated on an ongoing basis through the following non-exhaustive criteria:
James Parker
Opportunity to work with ONAC! Small Business Resource & Outreach Coordinator Contract
/in Community Announcement, COVID-19, Frontpage Article, Jobs /by Amber FaistOregon Native American Chamber
Small Business Resource & Outreach Coordinator
Position Type: Contract/Contract-to-hire; part-time with potential for additional hours
Location: Oregon
Deadline to Apply: October 9, 2020
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jparker@onacc.org. No phone calls, please.
About the Oregon Native American Chamber
The Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to working with all members of the community to advance educational and economic opportunities for Native Americans in Oregon and Southwest Washington. For almost 25 years, ONAC has provided authentic, culturally specific programs and services for Native American entrepreneurs, business owners, and youth. ONAC also creates intentional and intersectional connections to build the capacity of non-Native institutions to better understand the complex economic, social, and education hurdles and opportunities faced by Native Americans.
ONAC’s offers programs and services within three main focus areas:
(1) Education & Growth
and more!
(2) Relationship Building
and more!
(3) Economic Justice & Transformation
and more!
Position Overview
The Small Business Resource & Outreach Coordinator position is offered within ONAC’s economic and small business development work. ONAC’s efforts are guided by the belief that increased opportunities for business ownership can transform the economic trajectory of families, generations, and entire communities. Ownership opportunities build long-term wealth creation, strengthen economic agency and sovereignty, and increase equity within industries, systems, and institutions.
On the ground, this work takes a variety of forms. From helping businesses compete for government contracts, to supporting entrepreneurs as they take the leap, to nurturing existing businesses with one-on-one mentorship and technical assistance – ONAC is synonymous with small business success within Oregon’s Native American and Alaskan Native communities. For the past two decades, we have provided technical assistance, networking, and culturally-specific programming for Native American owned businesses with fewer than 50 employees.
The goal of this position is to support Native American-owned businesses and Native American entrepreneurs. Generally, this would include supporting delivery of ONAC’s ONE Program; conducting outreach to ensure entrepreneurs are aware of available technical assistance and other support offered by ONAC and its partners; learning more about the needs of businesses to then place them with service providers and help them navigate available resources as their needs evolve; and strengthening and expanding partnerships across sectors and systems and throughout the state.
In 2020, however, this work has become critical and urgent. Much of the economic opportunities ONAC has been helping Native-owned businesses build for decades have been torn away by COVID-19. The complex nature of Tribal economies, this disinvestment in Native American wealth-building strategies, and the higher prevalence of pre-existing health conditions have made Native Americans doubly vulnerable to the virus and its economic backlash. Combined with reliance on the bottomed-out tourist industry for reservation tax income and revenue, Native American communities in Oregon, particularly in rural communities, are facing exponential threats from which many individuals and businesses will never recover.
Since the beginning of this crisis, ONAC has responded by providing small businesses with resource navigation, trusted communications, and representation in statewide and municipal decision-making surrounding relief efforts. ONAC continues to shift, leverage, and prioritize resources to help Native businesses navigate this challenging time and build long-term resiliency.
ONAC looks forward to swiftly expanding these efforts through this contracted position.
Essential Duties
ONAC’s Small Business Resource & Outreach Coordinator is a part-time contract/contract-to-hire position that will start at approximately 25-30 hours per week. The successful applicant will start as soon as possible, likely mid to late October. There is the potential for this position to transition from a contractor to a salaried staff member as early as spring 2021. This is dependent on a variety of factors.
Resource Navigation (40%)
Program Support & Rural Outreach (40%)
Administrative Support (10%)
Other tasks as assigned; the above list is non-exhaustive (10%)
Qualifications
Travel Requirements
Physical travel within the state of Oregon comprises 35-55% of this position. This includes extensive travel to rural areas and counties, particularly in Eastern, Central, and Western Oregon including: the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation (Umatilla County); the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (Wasco and Jefferson counties); and the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (Yamhill and Polk counties). Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jparker@onacc.org. No phone calls, please.
Introducing the Student Recovery Corps in Portland
/in News /by Jeff FitzpatrickPortland friends,
It has been a particularly challenging time. But as we look to brighter days, the University of Oregon is launching the Student Recovery Corps in Portland during the summer of 2021. This program will connect talented undergraduate UO students with community partners throughout the region for a 10-week internship opportunity.
Students will receive a philanthropically funded stipend from the university and trusted partners will host one student over the summer session.
Will you help make this program a success by hosting an intern at no cost to you? Do you have a project or specific type of work a student could tackle to help advance the mission, recovery and advancement of your business or organization?
Our partnerships will focus on small business, non-profit, education, and civic agencies who would benefit from internship assistance. In addition to other placements, our hope is to connect interns with organizations with a demonstrated commitment to racial justice and to businesses sectors particularly impacted by COVID-19, such as Black- and minority-owned businesses.
Please fill out this brief form and we’ll give you a call to talk through the possibilities. More details are available on the Student Recovery Corps website.
We are excited to connect the bright young minds of tomorrow with your leadership and experience.
Apply now to host an intern Summer 2021
Job opportunity in Portland with Groovemade
/in Community Announcement, Jobs, News /by Amber FaistJob Position
Production (Maker)
Description
Production team members perform tasks involved in the manufacturing of the company’s products. The
position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient
and safe as possible. Processes are constantly updated in our spirit of continuous improvement.
Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. This is a physical job that will require lots of
sanding in our woodshop, which has a number of loud and dusty machines and running tools.
Essential Tasks
Gluing of parts
Hand and power sanding
Applying a finish coat to products
Assembling products using bolts, screws, and other fasteners
Reporting quality control issues
Maintaining a clean and safe work area
Process improvement
Competencies
Open to feedback
Attention to detail
Teamwork oriented
Time management
Adaptability
Flexibility
Position Type
This is a full-time seasonal position with the possibility of being hired on. Hours are Monday through
Friday and can range from 7:00am to 5:00pm. (Typically 8:00am to 4:00pm) Approximately
35-40hrs/week. Compensation is $13.50 – $15.00 per hour depending on skill level, with the opportunity to
increase with skill level.
What do we do?
We design and make premium accessories in our workshop in Portland, Oregon.
Visit us and see what we do at www.grovemade.com
Grovemade Values
Embrace Truth. Be Open. Always Get Better. Put Team First.
We work for more than just making a living. Fundamentally, life should be meaningful and we believe that
focusing on happiness first will naturally lead to success and great products for our customers.
We have a fun loving, hard working, and professional environment with high expectations. Emphasis is on
open mindedness, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Contact:
Interested? Email your resume to victor@grovemade.com. We look forward to hearing from
you!
Grovemade, 6524 N. Albina Avenue, Portland, OR 97217
Oregon Cultural Trust Federal CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund Cultural Support Application Guidelines
/in Advocacy, Community Announcement, COVID-19, Frontpage Article, Grants /by Amber FaistOregon Cultural Trust
Federal CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund Cultural Support Application Guidelines
Application Deadline: Noon (12:00pm) on Monday, August 24, 2020
Online Application Link: https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/media/14786/2020- crf-cultural-support
Covered Period: March 1 to December 30, 2020
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The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act established the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) and appropriated $150 billion to the Fund. Under the CARES Act, CRF is to be used to make payments for specified uses to States and certain local governments; the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories (consisting of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands); and Tribal governments. The State of Oregon has allocated $25,984,872 in CRF for Cultural Support (CRFCS) “for business, innovation and trade, for providing financial assistance to arts organizations and cultural and community venues that have canceled or postponed public programming because of economic conditions and executive orders associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Cultural Trust Vision and Mission
We envision an Oregon that champions and invests in creative expression and cultural exchange, driving innovation and opportunity for all. The mission of the Cultural Trust is to lead Oregon in cultivating, growing and valuing culture as an integral part of communities. We do this by inspiring Oregonians to invest in a permanent fund that provides annual grants to cultural organizations. – Cultural Trust Board of Directors
The Cultural Trust defines culture as encompassing the arts, heritage, humanities, history and preservation. Since 2001 the Cultural Trust has supported culture statewide through nonprofit cultural organizations, County and Tribal Coalitions and statewide partners. Nonprofit cultural organizations will be prioritized for CRFCS funding.
The Cultural Trust, along with its sister agency the Oregon Arts Commission, is housed in Business Oregon, the state economic development agency. The Oregon Arts Commission became part of Business Oregon in 1993. In 2003, the Oregon legislature moved the operations of the Cultural Trust to Business Oregon in recognition of the expanding role the arts and culture play in the broader social, economic and educational arenas of Oregon communities.
Purpose of CRFCS
These guidelines are in accordance with the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The CARES Act requires that the payments from the Coronavirus Relief Fund only be used to cover expenses that:
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The intended use of these CRFCS funds is to provide financial assistance to cultural organizations and cultural community venues that have canceled or postponed public programming because of economic conditions and executive orders associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will be considered from cultural (arts, history, heritage and humanities) organizations and cultural community venues and organizations that did not receive grants directly from the Department of Administrative Services under the Oregon Business Development Department/Department of Administrative Services, Statewide Business and Cultural Support as passed by the Oregon State Legislative Emergency Board on July 14, 2020.
Funding Awards: Application and Distribution Process
The Oregon Cultural Trust will promote and distribute this application directly to cultural organizations and community venues in coordination with County and Tribal Coalitions (Coalitions) and other partners. Applications to the CRFCS program will be submitted directly to the Cultural Trust, which will partner with respective County Coalitions to review applications for eligibility, funding request amounts and community cultural impact. Cultural Trust Partner representatives, Trust Board Members and other stakeholders will also be involved in the review process as needed.
Submitted applications will be reviewed for eligibility, completeness and accuracy. Applications that meet stated program eligibility and need requirements will be authorized for funding, pending availability of funds.
The Cultural Trust will develop an equitable statewide award allocation formula. Informed by the County and Tribal Coalition funding model, the award allocation formula will establish a base amount of funds by county or tribe. County population calculations are then applied, adjusted by total received eligible request amounts and the organization’s fiscal size. COVID-19 expenses funded by previous Federal CARES ACT funding are not eligible in this program.
The Cultural Trust will award each Coalition the aggregate of all awards made in their county service area reflecting individual award amounts for each organization. Coalitions will provide final review and process organization contracts.
The funding period is restricted by federal law to necessary expenditures incurred due to the COVID-19 public health emergency beginning March 1, 2020, through December 30, 2020.
Any Coalition funds not allocated by September 15, 2020, will be returned to the Cultural Trust for reallocation to other Coalitions.
Application Deadline
All applications for funding must be received no later than noon (12:00pm) on Monday, August 24, 2020. The majority of funds will be distributed by the Coalitions by September 15, 2020. Any unallocated funds will be returned to the Cultural Trust for redistribution to other Coalitions.
Eligibility
The Cultural Trust seeks to support a wide range of cultural organizations and projects, making investments across the state. ORS 359.400 defines a “cultural organization” as one that is “organized primarily for the purpose of producing, promoting or presenting the arts, history, heritage and humanities to the public or organized primarily for identifying, documenting, interpreting and preserving cultural resources.” Organizations using a fiscal sponsor are not eligible to apply.
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At the time of the application deadline, all applicant organizations must:
program or cultural organization; or
Organizations must be in operation for a minimum of one year.
During the covered period awarded organizations must have or acquire an active:
If your organization does not have an active registration with SAM and DUNS number at the time of application you will need to acquire these no later than December 30, 2020.
The Cultural Trust may require additional information, and has final authority on eligibility determination.
A searchable list and PDF of many eligible cultural organizations is available on the Cultural Trust website.
Organizations that receive other CRF awards from the Department of Administrative Services as outlined in the “Item 2: Oregon Business Development Department/Department of Administrative Services, Statewide Business and Cultural Support” (passed by the Oregon State Legislative Emergency Board on July 14, 2020) are not eligible for CRFCS funding. For a list of organizations and more information see the Item 2 document.
Requirements and Limitations
Only one application per cultural organization or cultural entity within a tribe will be accepted. No matching funds are required.
Criteria to receive funding include:
conditions and executive orders associated with the COVID-19 pandemic;
the stated purpose of the CRFCS guidance; and
documentation and fiscal oversight
CRF Cultural Support funds can only be used to cover expenses during the period that begins on March 1, 2020, and ends on December 30, 2020, and that are necessary expenditures incurred due to the COVID– 19 public health emergency.
Eligible expenditures must align with Federal CRF guidelines; see the Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
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Nonexclusive examples of eligible expenditures include, but are not limited to, payment expenses associated with the provision of economic support in connection with the COVID-19 public health emergency, such as:
Local governments operating cultural organizations
For venues and programs owned by state or local government that had budgeted for operating costs prior to the pandemic, CARES Act Funds cannot be used as revenue replacement and usual operating expenses are not eligible. Publicly-owned venues are eligible for costs attributable to the pandemic that were not budgeted, such as additional cleaning costs, certain personnel costs or PPE. Local governments are encouraged to review the U.S. Treasury guidance for eligible expenses.
Ineligible Expenditures
In addition to eligibility requirements, there are clear limitations to the use of CRF. Funds may not be used for:
reimbursement by the federal government pursuant to the CARES Act of contributions by States
to State unemployment funds;
*Consult with the Cultural Trust prior to receiving CRF if capital improvements are required.
No authority has been given to charge an indirect rate or cost to CRF and therefore indirect costs will not be allowed. As a result, any cost, including an administrative cost (which is allowed provided it meets the three CRF criteria), must be a direct cost and traceable to the allowable activities.
Accountability
Grantee is subject to 2 CRF 200.303 Internal Controls; 2 CRF 200.330 through 200.332 Subrecipient Monitoring and Management; and Subpart F regarding Audit Requirements. Awarded organizations must keep records sufficient to demonstrate that the amount of Fund payment has been used in accordance with section 601 (d) of the Social Security Act and in the case of an audit.
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The Cultural Trust and Coalitions are accountable to the Governor’s Office, the Oregon Legislature, the Cultural Trust Board, Business Oregon and Trust Donors. The Cultural Trust supports organizational leaders in making their best decisions about the future of their organizations during these challenging times; CRFCS is being made available with the understanding that applicants will provide full and accurate information to the best of their knowledge at the time of application.
Final Reporting Requirements
Within 30 days of the conclusion of the covered period (January 30, 2021) awardees will be required to submit a final report to the Cultural Trust that documents eligible expenditures and full accounting of itemized expenses as listed on the original application. The Coalition will send the final report form to recipients shortly after awards are made. The final report will contain a self-certification that all funds were expended in accordance with U.S. Department of the Treasury guidance.
Application Form and Submission
Organizations may submit an application online. The Cultural Trust and/or Coalition may contact applicants for more information.
The application form is on the following pages. The online system DOES NOT ALLOW you to save and return later. You will need to complete the application in one session*. Review the following questions prior to launching the online application and prepare your responses in advance. We recommend preparing your responses to the questions in a word processing program as well as your funding requests.
*If you do not complete the online application in one session you will need to start over. Please plan accordingly.
Assistance
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Americans with Disabilities Act Statement of Non-discrimination: Any entity that provides services to the public must certify that it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42, USC Sec. 12101, et seq. and agrees not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, sex, marital status, political opinion, familial status, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, military status, gender identity, source of income or disability status. The Cultural Trust provides assistance to Oregon cultural groups on issues of access. Contact the Oregon Cultural Trust at (503) 986-0082 or kat.bell@oregon.gov for information or assistance. TDD assistance is available at (800) 735-2900. Applicants will certify their compliance within the application.
Appeal Process
Appeals may not be made on the basis of an applicant’s disagreement with an assessment of how the application met the review criteria or the amount of the award. Applicants considering an appeal should contact Cultural Trust Manager Aili Schreiner by phone at (503) 986-0089 or email Aili.Schreiner@oregon.gov for advice and guidance. Letters of appeal must be submitted to the Cultural Trust’s Executive Director within 10 days of award notification. Appeals are reviewed and acted on by the Cultural Trust Board. Appeals may result in an approval of an award or an increase in the award amount if the applicant can satisfactorily document that the application was misrepresented or improperly reviewed through no fault of the applicant. If the appeal is supported by the Cultural Trust’s Board, funds will be awarded only if they are available.
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Oregon Cultural Trust Coronavirus Relief Funding (CRF) CRF Cultural Support
Application
System Award Management
cultural nonprofit with the Cultural
Trust?
(EIN Link) (DUNS Link)
(SAM Link)
Yes/No
Yes/No
Drop down list
Options: Cultural Institution; Cultural Entity within federally recognized Indian Tribe in Oregon; Organization that operates county fairground; Cultural Institution housed in Higher Education; or Organization that operates festivals and/or community cultural event; county fair; festival or community cultural event
*Refer to most recently submitted IRS Form 990. Exempt organizations with annual budgets under $50,000 may use most recently audited financial reports. For cultural organizations, programs or county fairs housed in recognized Tribes, institutions of higher learning, or local governments, income and expenses must refer only to cultural programs(s).
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Oregon Cultural Trust Coronavirus Relief Funding (CRF) CRF Cultural Support Application
Organization Name:
Covered Period March 1, 2020 to December 30, 2020. All expenses must fall within the period.
Questions
by required COVID-19 closures and/or reduced operations? Calculate the costs of business interruption to your organization, including costs incurred such as payroll expenses, rent or mortgage payments for venue facilities, and operating costs.
Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No
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5 Total Amount of necessary expenditures incurred during covered period (Add lines 1b + 2b + 3b + 4b)
6 Funds your organization received or accounted for as approved in the March 27, 2020 CARES Budget (if applicable)*
7 Total Eligible Amount
8 Request Amount (CRFCS)
Line 7 and Line 8 may be the same amount.
(Subtract Line 6 from Line 5)
*Includes all sources including but not limited to PPP, NEA, NEH, WESTAF For cultural organizations or programs housed in recognized Tribes or in
higher learning , expenses must be for cultural program.
For venues and programs owned by state or local government and that had budgeted for operating costs prior to the pandemic, CARES Act Funds cannot be used as revenue replacement and usual operating expenses are not eligible.
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Coronavirus Relief Funds for Cultural Support (CRFCS) Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for CRFCS funds?
Cultural organizations in Oregon who have suffered financial losses due to COVID-19, including:
events
Where do these funds come from?
These are Federal CARES funds given to the state of Oregon to offset the economic impact of COVID-19.
What can the funds be used for?
Per the US Treasury guidelines, funds can only be used to cover expenses incurred by the public health emergency (COVID-19) that were not accounted for in the organization’s budget prior to March 27, 2020 but were incurred between March 1, 2020 and December 30, 2020. These include:
o Staffing expense
o Rent or mortgage payments o Operatingcosts
o Facility alterations/cleaning expenses/PPE to meet reopening guidelines
o Purchase of durable goods or services previously unbudgeted, such as staff
telecommuting expenses, hard costs associated with move to virtual programming, etc.
Application questions and eligible expenses
Question 1. Has, or will, your organization experience business interruption caused by required COVID-19 closures and/or reduced operations? Calculate the costs of business interruption to your organization, including costs incurred such as payroll expenses, rent or mortgage payments for venue facilities, and operating costs.
Eligible expenditures include, but are not limited to, payment for COVID-19 related costs associated with:
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Question 2. Is your organization incurring costs associated with venue reopening, alterations to facilities to meet reopening guidelines, extra cleaning costs or supplies, and the purchase of employee personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Eligible expenditures include, but are not limited to, payment for:
sanitizing products and personal protective equipment, for use by cultural organization staff
in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
19.
Question 3. Has or will your organization purchase durable goods or services during the covered period that were previously unbudgeted and a necessary expense incurred due to the COVID-19 public health emergency?
Eligible expenditures include, but are not limited to, payment for:
improvements, in connection cultural facility/venue closures to enable compliance with
COVID-19 precautions.
COVID-19 public health precautions.
enable compliance with COVID-19 public health precautions.
When can I apply?
Due to the limited time frame set by the Oregon Legislature, the application will be open from Wednesday, August 12 to noon (12 pm) on Monday, August 24, 2020. All funds must be awarded by Coalitions no later than September 15, 2020.
How are these funds being distributed?
The Trust has created an online application form to collect applications from organizations around the state. These will be organized into county groups and will be reviewed for eligibility and completeness. A funding formula will capture key data points such as organization budget size, request for funds, and a county per capita calculation to set recommended award sizes for each county and applying organizations. The Trust will support its County Coalitions with their review of the applications, and then send a lump sum to each Coalition to distribute to successful applicants. An award agreement template will be provided.
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Who are the Cultural Coalitions and what is their role in distributing these funds?
Oregon’s 45 county and tribal Cultural Coalitions are funded directly by the Trust and are unique to the state. Led by dedicated volunteers, each coalition prioritizes community cultural goals and annually distributes seed grants that address the needs of each county. Among these are Oregon’s nine federally recognized tribes, whose cultural contributions are integral to the region’s cultural vitality. Per the Oregon Legislature, Coalitions are required to review CRFCS applications and funding allocations from applicants in their county, over a limited period of time. Coalitions will be asked to contract with each organization for a determined award size.
What is the timeline for awarding these funds?
All awards must be made to applying organizations no later than September 15, 2020.
Can the Coalitions receive some funding to support the extra administrative work?
Yes, each Coalition may receive up to 5% of their County award to offset additional administrative costs incurred to process grant awards
What are the final reporting requirements?
Organizations awarded funding are subject to 2 CRF 200.303 Internal Controls; 2 CRF 200.330 through 200.332 Subrecipient Monitoring and Management; and Subpart F regarding Audit Requirements. Awarded organizations must keep records sufficient to demonstrate that the amount of Fund payment has been used in accordance with section 601 (d) of the Social Security Act and in the case of an audit.
Final reporting instruction will be provided to grantees shortly after awards are made.
Questions? Please contact your regional County CRFCS program application representative. All emails must include in the subject line “CRFCS” followed by your organization’s name.
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Federal CARES Act Oregon Cultural Trust
Coronavirus Relief Funds for Cultural Support (CRFCS)
Application Support
Please review the guidelines for the CRFCS program in advance of submitting your application. Application submission period: August 12 to 12 pm, August 24, 2020
Link to Application: https://development.oregon4biz.com/acton/media/14786/2020-crf- cultural-support
Questions? Please contact your regional County CRFCS program application representative. All emails must include in the subject line “CRFCS” followed by your organization’s name.
North & South Coast (Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, Coos, Curry, Douglas) Name: Tawni Bean
Email: Tawni.Bean@oregon.gov Phone: (503) 551-0957
Metro (Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington) Name: Raissa Fleming
Email: Raissa.Fleming@oregon.gov Phone: (503) 986-0090
Aili Schreiner
Aili.Schreiner@oregon.gov
(503) 428-0963
Mid-Valley and Southern (Yamhill, Marion, Polk, Josephine, Jackson) Name: Audrey Hatch
Email: Audrey.Hatch@oregon.gov Phone: (503) 934-0605
South Valley/Mid-Coast (Lincoln, Benton, Linn, Lane) Name: Liora Sponko
Email: Liora.Sponko@oregon.gov Phone: (971) 345-1641
North & South Central (Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Klamath, Lake) Name: Jillian McCarthy
Email: Jillian.McCarthy@oregon.gov Phone: (503) 986-0033
Central & Northeast (Jefferson, Crook, Deschutes, Wallowa, Union, Baker) Name: Coby Menton
Email: Coby.Menton@oregon.gov Phone: (541) 786-0061
Greater Eastern South & Northern (Gilliam, Morrow, Umatilla, Wheeler, Grant, Harney, Malheur) Name: Gretchen Kirchner
Email: Gretchen.Kirchner@oregon.gov Phone: (503) 986-0105