2022 Grant Cycle Priority Areas
The Judith Ann Mogan Foundation is focused on supporting and partnering with nonprofits and publicly funded organizations and projects that work towards creating vital communities and successful citizens in the Coos, Curry, and Coastal Douglas Counties. For the 2022 Grant Cycle, eight (8) priority areas were identified (in no particular order):
- Arts and Culture Advancement
Activities that support the arts and culture aspect of a community. Possible projects would include: community and school-based music/arts programs, cultural exchange experiences, and visiting artist’s sponsorship.
- Business and Economic Development
Projects that encourage business diversification and sustainability opportunities, improve and enhance local business operations, and support programs including quality senior and child care that will allow families to participate in the workforce.
- Children and Youth Development
Programs organized for both in- and out-of-school youth such as: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education; early learning classes, quality childcare, sports programs, and overall literacy improvement.
- Support for Convening and Gathering Places
Projects that strengthen various venues and opportunities for the community to socialize, such as: park development or maintenance, recreational facilities, and museum or education facilities such as libraries.
- Enhance Community Health Services
Projects that advance community health initiatives, attract medical professionals, promote healthy lifestyles, increase medical services on the South Coast, conduct medical related research, and encourage citizens to obtain their best health regardless of socioeconomic status.
- Forestry and Wood Products Support and Research
Programs that build up forestry and wood products industries including wood products development and community awareness/education.
- Promote Healthy and Productive Environment
Projects that support proper management and sustainability of the Oregon Coast’s environment and natural resources such as: natural resource management and community based environmental programs.
- Poverty Alleviation Initiatives
Programs that provide a variety of assistance to people in the community who are most in need, such as: initiatives that work towards meeting basic needs including housing, food, healthcare, transportation, and clothing.