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Source: Forest Grove News Times

A dozen nonprofit organizations in Washington County will be able to expand their services thanks to grants from the Oregon Community Foundation. The Oregon Community Foundation has awarded more than $5.3 million in grants to 259 nonprofits across the state. Twelve of those grants will benefit organizations based in Washington County, totaling over a quarter of a million dollars. “There is so much need in the communities we serve,” said Amy Drake, Oregon Community Foundation senior program officer of community grants. “These nonprofits are trusted local partners doing important work. We encourage anyone inspired by their efforts to support a nonprofit they care about, whether through Oregon Community Foundation or by giving directly to organizations making a difference close to home.” Beaverton-area groups were awarded the highest amount. Beaverton • $25,000 to Alliance for Equity in Montessori Education to hire operations staff.

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