2026 Bill Porter Memorial Fund Application

  • UCP Oregon
  • Portland, Oregon, United States
  • 1mo ago
  • Full-time
  • Remote

2026 Bill Porter Memorial Fund Application

Please note: This is not a job ad. This is a grant program open only to current UCP Oregon customers and Family Support participants.

NEW 3/30/26: Requesting more than one item?
List each item separately within this application.

NEW 3/30/26: Already submitted your application and want to add more?
Email bpmf@ucporegon.org with the following for each item:
• What you’re requesting
• How it will impact your life
• Vendor information (if applicable)
• Estimated cost

What is the Bill Porter Memorial Fund?

The Bill Porter Memorial Fund supports UCP Oregon customers in pursuing opportunities that improve their quality of life. The fund is flexible—you decide how the funding would be meaningful to you. There are very few restrictions on what you can request, and creativity is encouraged.

This year, a total of $30,000 will be awarded.

Who can apply?

You must currently be receiving contracted supports from UCP Oregon, or be active in UCP's Family Support Department. You may apply even if you've received funds in a previous year.

Application window

Applications are open from 8am on March 16 through 5pm on April 16, 2026. All applications received during this window are considered equally—no need to rush.

What can I request?

Almost anything that would improve your quality of life. You are welcome to request more than one item. To do so, please list each item separately in your responses below.

Past recipients have used their awards for things like:

  • Home repairs or modifications
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Gym membership or fitness programs
  • Travel to visit friends or family
  • Education or driver's ed
  • Tech
  • Camp, classes, or hobbies


For more ideas and the full fund history, visit the Bill Porter Memorial Fund page on the UCP Oregon website.

What happens after I apply?

Applications are reviewed by UCP Oregon's Leadership Team. Award recipients will be likely be announced in late May or early June.

Questions?

Reach out to your UCP Oregon contact, or call 503-777-4166.

You must currently be a current customer of UCP Oregon. EG, you are receiving contracted supports from UCP Oregon, or are active in UCP's Family Support Department. You may apply even if you've received funds in previous years.