CPRCA attempts to strike a balance in funding both local and international projects. RPCVs and PCVs that are from or currently based in Oregon or Southwest Washington are strongly encouraged to apply.

Grant applications are approved by a majority vote of voting members present at the CRPCA general meeting that coincides with the grant giving cycle. We encourage CRPCA members to check out upcoming applications that are posted on the CRPCA website prior to Potluck meetings. All CRPCA members are welcome to weigh in on this exciting process to support projects locally and abroad!

Grantmaking Strategy - CRPCA attempts to strike a balance in funding both local and international projects, believing them equally deserving. Grant applications are given preference if the project has secured an in-kind or matching contribution, and supports a long-term, sustainable project. International projects applications from Oregon or Southwest Washington Peace Corps volunteers currently in the field that demonstrate a philosophy consistent to the three goals of Peace Corps are preferred. Local projects affiliated with Oregon or Southwest Washington RPCVs which to promote the Peace Corps' Third Goal, "to promote a better understanding of other people on the part of the American people", are involved in some form of international work/endeavor or demonstrate an interest in future collaborations with CRPCA are given preference.

Grantmaking Procedures - Funding recommendations are made by a vote of all members present at the Board meeting which coincides with the grant giving cycle. Prior to the meeting, a summary of all grant applications is posted to the CRPCA website for members to review in preparation for the vote. Recipients are notified within one week of the decision and awards are posted to the CRPCA website and included in the newsletter. If awarded funding, the recipient will be required to sign a contract with CRPCA regarding the use of the funds and submit an impact report upon completion of the project (impact report form to be provided by CRPCA). Recipients are strongly encouraged to submit photos related to the project, and to share their project experience with CRPCA members at one of our Potluck meetings.