[OMS_MANAGERS] OMS Round-Up | June 10, 2026

Thu Jun 11 09:48:12 PDT 2026

Hello,

We’re having issues with a host being able to get into the call.  I’m hoping you got my message on the list serve as well.

So sorry about this – I’ll need to figure out if this is user or app issues (or both) and maybe we find another format.

-Ami

From: OMS_MANAGERS <oms_managers-bounces at omls.oregon.gov> On Behalf Of Executive Director
Sent: Thursday, June 11, 2026 9:39 AM
To: Oregon Main Street Network Members <oms_managers at omls.oregon.gov>
Subject: Re: [OMS_MANAGERS] OMS Round-Up | June 10, 2026

I cant get into the zoom

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Annie Jenkins, Executive Director
Downtown Medford Association
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On Wed, Jun 10, 2026 at 3:34 PM KEIFFER Ami * OPRD <Ami.KEIFFER at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:Ami.KEIFFER at oprd.oregon.gov>> wrote:
Hello Oregon Main Streeters!

Cam is out on a well-earned vacation so I’m here to fill in. This week’s Round-Up is much of a repeat from last week, but I would like to draw your attention to the link under Learning Opportunities for a webinar hosted by The Center for Rural Innovation on Rural Entrepreneurships Trends, Ecosystems Building, and More. Also, I highlighted in red things that are due in the next week to draw your attention to them.

In addition, I recently came across this resource for how to build a non-profit ‘elevator pitch.’ When you (AND your board😊) have time, this is a good exercise to develop common messaging about your organizations mission and roles. Look at this resource and see how you can add this to your organization toolkit! How to Craft an Effective Nonprofit Elevator Pitch<https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-elevator-pitch>

What’s Inside:

  *   OMS Updates: Reminder! Register for Network Meeting – Due June 12!
  *   Funding Opportunities: Pacific Power Foundation& Roundhouse Technical Assistance
  *   Learning Opportunities: The Center for Rural Innovation

OMS Updates
Mornings on Main | Access Link: Mornings on Main Link<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83792327319?pwd=5dDiLoBqsGk2eTUEKWDI1demY1aqM6.1>, Password: 760959

Upcoming Third Thursdays |

o   June: c3 vs. c6 | You asked, we answered. Jim White from Nonprofit Association of Oregon will join us to have a conversation about the benefits and pitfalls of registering as 501(c)3 vs. 501(c)6 organizations and process best-practices for both.

o   July: Healthy Organizations | Clare Blaylock, former Main Street supporter, independent consultant, and current executive director of the Architectural Heritage Center will join us to talk about developing healthy board culture, avoiding executive director burnout, and so much more.

o   August: TBD

o   September: Advocating for Historic Preservation in Oregon | Nicole Possert with RESTORE Oregon will join us to connect you with the organization, their mission, what they do, and what active efforts they have going that you and your community can be a part of. She’ll also share some tips and tricks for getting your community engaged in important preservation work.

Network Meeting Reminder | June 22nd – 23rd, St. Helens | Registration Link<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mmk_qnz6tEegzqWYytFhz3l0FaICukdDhFhECgazACVUQlVQVlFBMEZGWjlGMVFET1FHTUVHMUU0VS4u>

Reminder for Accredited, Designated, and Affiliated communities – attendance is required at the Network Meeting in St. Helens. Please Register by June 12th in order to receive a lunch provided.

Funding Opportunities
Pacific Power Community Enhancement Grant | Access Link<https://pacificorpfoundation.fluxx.io/>
Three potentially eligible grant cycles to watch for: Max 10K
o   June 15th: Community Enhancement – affordable housing, community and rec centers, economic development, libraries, monuments, memorials, science centers
o   September 15th: Arts & culture grant: Arts festivals, cultural heritage, museums, music, theater/drama, visual arts
o   December 15th: Safety and wellness grant: Disability resources, disaster relief, homelessness support, public safety initiatives, veterans, wellness and more

Rural Business Development Grant Program (USDA) | Access Link<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.rd.usda.gov%2Fprograms-services%2Fbusiness-programs%2Frural-business-development-grants/1/0100019e3b5b3e61-bcc40661-206c-4f6a-b995-5e3255e77f72-000000/_Y-Pn2DskjtP841f0tGrnHhQG07-sK-emmZ57rtusSk=452>

Oregon Community Foundation – Thriving Entrepreneurs Grant | Access Link<https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/thriving-entrepreneurs-grant-program> Due June 16th, 2026.

Oregon Community Foundation  - Community Grants Program | Access Link<https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/community-grant-program>

Watch for:
Kinsman Foundation – Historic Preservation | Access Link<https://kinsmanfoundation.org/historic-preservation/>

Metro Community Placemaking Grant | check here.<https://www.oregonmetro.gov/grants/community-placemaking-grants#who-can-apply>
The Metro Community Placemaking grant supports community-led, equity-focused, arts & culture-based efforts. For information on applying & preparing applications ahead of the August opening,

Spirit Mountain Foundation | Access Link<https://thecommunityfund.com/grant-information/general-purpose-grants/>
General purpose grants at two tiers, small and large for differing amounts associated with programmatic work and capital projects.

Roundhouse Technical Assistance Grant | Access Link<https://roundhousefoundation.org/grant-stories/technical-assistance-grant-tag/>
Pay for staff to attend conferences/trainings, hire consultants for strategic plan, succession plan, or fundraising plan, or purchase highly specialized equipment/software. This small grant opportunity is open to Culture & Heritage organizations as a pilot.

Learning Opportunities
NEW - Measuring Rural America’s Entrepreneurial Spirit | June 17th, 10-11am | Registration Link<https://events.zoom.us/egj/AqCsX-nI6-OVNVBqJWwZGbK9HInzFXi9qogOarT0vJnu-pVeXT7Y~A3-7eyRgLfgNWERT-mLAGjbMKWH7mmr_t-n9Sy3W3fyFplZ6mY-Xr91v9s3mg?targetUrl=%2Fev%2FAqCsX-nI6-OVNVBqJWwZGbK9HInzFXi9qogOarT0vJnu-pVeXT7Y~AtstUuvPQvibbyi-swihUo78C6b__6HRnVO6dKqFamtp-tk_8xcQFvGiLg>
Register for this webinar host by The Center on Rural Innovation on the new Rural Entrepreneurship Index<https://zomcd5ebb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Nltgi-gXqR5Noa5f6CblzVmS6aJ-QftnqqcwrnZ401vlySRIPaV04m7S6FxQ4P9HE9iAVhnHxIouiH20mUsiSyTmZ2GP1z8PNOFsgLvJzjo5nUUwWlMol1kq3U1vgSvW7ZnSo2llf2Jom-Gr5HYC38kDrndMCCYHd3fY1__3TS5TeC56uSTNIr2LsTyLhUipwBO89wlx20irj3zplyhfKI3ul22vWxpTlsM1diHorbtsNFb2gATwVX50uE5Nqf3k&c=dYh4pU7G9gw0DY46vuHSLSlKk6CWq9XP52QV45Bt0Erw3eogBbObqA==&ch=Sao6HzBpqBsg-nVMWviY3QpQjidnRs9umjBKU-xqLJlZ5foSDciuSQ==>, built in partnership with the Capital One Insights Center. This first-of-its-kind tool brings together key measures of entrepreneurial activity - from business creation and self-employment to innovation, investment, and job growth - to help rural communities better understand their strengths and identify where opportunity is ready to grow.

Independent Sector’s Value of Volunteer Time | Access Link<https://dogood.umd.edu/news/independent-sector-releases-new-value-volunteer-time-3479-hour>
Annually, Independent Sector looks at the value of volunteer time nationally (and at the state level) to determine an hourly volunteer rate. Check out the news release here, and see what Oregon’s value is at Independent Sector’s site.<https://independentsector.org/research/value-of-volunteer-time/>

Oral Histories Q&A Session | June 17th, 12pm – 1pm | Registration Link<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/w4SdrJ8UT7y00MeQwRWl0w>
Is your organization looking at capturing history through Oral Histories or other audio recordings? Join Mentor Chris Petersen to ask any questions you might have about the process.

Disaster Planning 101 for Small Heritage Organizations | July 8th, 10am – 12pm | Register Here<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/edzgr_H2RfuyYjHSGAO5Ug&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw184uJgyMj4bkvNeYE7TbpS>
Planning for disasters of all sizes and shapes is essential to the continuity of small heritage organizations. From the burst water pipe in a collection, to a board or staff retirement leading to mass data or institutional knowledge loss, to a large wildfire threatening the institution - responses and plans can be structured similarly with a systemic approach. While the concept of disaster planning may sound daunting, it is easily broken into small bite-sized pieces that ultimately come together to form a cohesive strategy for success. From knowing who to call for what, to understanding what supplies are available to respond, to knowing your local resources and network - many of these steps are already engrained in how you work. Mapping out the response is just putting these puzzle pieces together so you know where to look when disaster strikes.

Thanks all!
-Ami

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Ami Keiffer (she, her, hers) | Local Preservation Partners Coordinator
Oregon Main Street Coordinator
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