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COIC introduces Aspen Institute 'Weaver Awards' microgrants for La Pine-area community projects
Summary
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) presented the Aspen Institute Weaver Awards program to La Pine councilors; applications run June 15–August 22 and award $2,500–$5,000 microgrants, with COIC planning to distribute at least 20 grants across Central Oregon.
Sean Keithley, community and economic development director at the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC), told the La Pine City Council that COIC was selected as one of 25 national community hosts for the Aspen Institute’s Weaver Awards program, which supports local efforts to build social trust and connection.
Keithley described the awards as flexible microgrants and technical assistance aimed at community-building projects, saying the initial cycle covers one year with potential renewal up to four years. "The grants range in size from 2,500 to $5,000," he said, and COIC expects to distribute at least 20 microgrants to individuals and small nonprofits serving Crook, Jefferson and Deschutes counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Applications opened June 15 and close August 22; Keithley said flyers and a QR code are available for applicants.
The presentation emphasized that Weaver Awards can support diverse activities — from community gardens and cleanup projects to intergenerational dinners — and that selected awardees receive one-on-one support from COIC and access to a national community of practice. Council members thanked Keithley and encouraged community members to apply.
