Grant Recipients
Nonprofits participating in this year’s Earth Week Give event were invited to apply for a $500 grant.
One recipient was announced each day throughout Earth Week Give, April 15 – 26, for a total of twelve winners.
2026 Earth Week Give Grant Recipients
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Community Warehouse
Community Warehouse will be using grant funds to support their work of providing donated items to neighbors in need.
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BSA Troop 8101
BSA Troop 8101 will be using grant funds to support a youth-led environmental service project.
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Fox Farm
Fox Farm will be using grant funds to set up greenhouse learning stations.
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River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer Library
River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer Library will be using grant funds to purchase large print fiction for adults.
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The Crest
The Crest will be using grant funds to provide partial scholarships for students attending their summer camp.
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Oak Grove PTA
Oak Grove PTA will be using grant funds to provide a free yearbook to every Oak Grove Elementary student.
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Scio Wyldlife
Scio Wyldlife will be using grant funds to send one of their club members to summer camp.
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Welcome Home Animal Sanctuary
Welcome Home Animal Sanctuary will be using grant funds to purchase hay for their rescued animal residents.
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Rogue Retreat
Rogue Retreat will be using grant funds to support their Workforce Development programs.
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Rockwood Preparatory Academy
Rockwood Preparatory Academy will be using grant funds to help purchase a playground cover.
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Many Hands and Many Hearts
Many Hands and Many Hearts will be using grant funds to support updates for their organization’s website.
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North Coast Food Web
North Coast Food Web will be using grant funds to support their Free Food Box project.
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Day 12 - April 26
Based in Portland, Community Warehouse will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to directly support their operations.
For 25 years, Community Warehouse has served as the Portland metro area’s only furniture bank. They provide donated furniture and household items to neighbors seeking the comfort and dignity of a furnished home, while also advancing sustainability.
Each year, Community Warehouse collects and redistributes more than 90,000 donated items, keeping them in circulation and placing them directly into the homes of people who need them most. Since their founding in 2001, they have served more than 125,000 individuals.
Learn more about Community Warehouse here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Emma, Community WarehouseBottleDrop has provided Community Warehouse with a simple and accessible way for our community to support our work. Volunteers often grab a Blue Bag when they come for their shift and bring it back filled on their next visit. These funds help us cover the costs of receiving, processing and distributed donated furniture and household goods to neighbors moving out of homelessness or other crises.
Day 11 - April 25
Based in Bend, BSA Troop 8101 will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to support a youth-led environmental service project.
BSA Troop 8101 is the first Scouts BSA Troop for Girls in Central Oregon. Their troop is made up of girls ranging in age from 10 – 17, who are deeply committed to environmental stewardship and youth leadership through hands-on community service.
They have used funds raised through BottleDrop to help cover the cost of outdoor adventures, leadership development activities, camping equipment and summer camp – experiences that are a core part of Scouting to help youth build confidence, teamwork and practical skills.
Learn more about BSA Troop 8101 here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Mary, BSA Troop 8101We have been pleasantly surprised by how this program creates opportunities for Scouts to connect with the community. When Scouts distribute Blue Bags, collect donations, or thank supporters, they build relationships and see firsthand how small actions – like recycling bottles – can add up to make a real difference. It has shown us that environmental stewardship and community support can go hand in hand in a very practical way.
Day 10 - April 24
Based in Cornelius, Fox Farm will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to set up learning stations in the greenhouse they purchased with funds raised through BottleDrop.
Their learning stations will include shelving for seed starts, a water trough for showcasing hydroponics and large planters for hot house perennials to explain indoor gardening as a part of the curriculum.
Fox Farm is a year-round volunteer garden education program based at Free Orchards Elementary School. Each week, kindergarten through sixth grade students come to the school garden to learn not only the basics of plant anatomy and garden management, but also how to be resilient and grow food for themselves.
Learn more about Fox Farm here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Sarah, Fox FarmSomething that surprised me about fundraising with BottleDrop is the ease in which our volunteers can bring in bags to a Redemption Center. The automatic doors allow volunteers to drop-off during their own schedule, and there was even a new location that opened within 10 minutes of us.
Day 9 - April 23
Based in Eugene, River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer Library will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant funds to purchase recent release large print fiction for adults, a frequently requested item from their patrons.
River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer Library is a 100% volunteer-run library that offers free library services to residents.
Fundraising with BottleDrop Give has consistently been their second largest fundraiser for many years, with the first being their annual used book sale. With these funds, they’ve been able to help cover regular expenses, such as insurance, utilities and maintenance.
Learn more about River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer Library here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Charissa, River Road and Santa Clara Volunteer LibraryBottleDrop has given us the opportunity to raise funds, one dime at a time, to keep our library open. We are in constant motion with fundraising to cover our expenses as we receive zero tax dollars.
Day 8 - April 22
Based in Ashland, The Crest will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to provide partial scholarships for students attending their summer outdoor Nature Day Camp.
Campers will have the opportunity to explore nature and immerse themselves in fun, rewarding and educational activities. They’ll also get to meet their goat, chicken, geese and turtle residents and take home fresh produce from their organic farm!
The Crest cultivates the integral connection between people at nature through programs, field trips and camps. In 2025, approximately 4% of all the school-aged children in Jackson County visited The Crest.
Learn more about The Crest here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Paul, The CrestBottleDrop fundraising has provided scholarships for underserved children and their families to attend field trips and outdoor nature summer camp. It has been so great to have this support so that children and families, who would not otherwise be able to visit the ranch, can attend camp and field trips to meet goats, chicken, geese, and turtles!
Day 7 - April 21
Based in Milwaukie, Oak Grove PTA will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to help provide a free yearbook to every student at Oak Grove Elementary.
Their fifth grade Yearbook Club has been working hard to create the school’s first yearbook in several years. Through this effort, they are developing valuable skills in reporting, photography, editing and design, while creating a lasting, tangible memory of their school year for themselves and their peers.
Oak Grove Elementary PTA is dedicated to building a community where every student and family feels valued, included and connected.
Learn more about Oak Grove PTA here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Kayley, Oak Grove PTABottleDrop has created an accessible and inclusive way for families to contribute, including those who may not be able to give financially or volunteer their time. Students are excited to participate, often bringing bags on morning buses, eager to contribute to their school community. It has been inspiring to see how this simple, sustainable effort empowers so many families to take part in supporting their school.
Day 6 - April 20
Based in Scio, Scio Wlydlife will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to send one of their club members to summer camp.
Scio Wyldlife is a club that was formed by volunteers in 2018 and is specifically for middle school aged students. Throughout the years, they have gone on a variety of outdoor adventures together, including floats down Thomas Creek.
They have fun while fundraising with BottleDrop. During their last bottle drive, they had a competition to see which group could fill their trailer first. They even had a former club member join in the fun, just because she wanted to help. That’s the kind of teamwork we love to see!
Learn more about Scio Wyldlife here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Nicole, Scio WlydlifeBottleDrop has been extremely financially impactful for Scio Wlydlife. Most of our families qualify for financial assistance from the state and sending their kids to camp is financially out of reach. Fundraising with BottleDrop has made it possible for parents to be able to say yes to the invitation of sending their kids to summer camp.
Day 5 - April 19
Based in Creswell, Welcome Home Animal Sanctuary will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to purchase hay to feed rescued animal residents.
With the warmer Spring temperatures arriving, securing their hay supply is both time-sensitive and essential. Hay is the foundation of daily care for many of the animals who call their sanctuary home.
Did you know that Romeo, one of their residents, is a Guiness World Record Holder? He’s the world’s tallest living steer. We hope Romeo and his friends at the sanctuary enjoy the hay purchased with these funds.
Learn more about Welcome Home Animal Sanctuary here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Misty, Welcome Home Animal SanctuaryOur bottle and can drives are always met with enthusiasm, and it is incredibly heartening to see supporters of all ages eager to contribute in such a simple, accessible way. This level of engagement has shown us that people truly want to help; they just need an easy and tangible way to do it.
Day 4 - April 18
Based in Medford, Rogue Retreat will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to help cover supplies associated with their Workforce Development programs.
Rogue Retreat has three Workforce Development programs: Hope Kitchen, Hope Streets and Hopeful Secondhand Thrift Shop. These programs are vital to help the individuals they serve overcome barriers, gain independence and move toward long-term stability.
By meeting people where they are, Rogue Retreat provides stability by pairing safe shelter with compassionate support. Through innovative housing programs and strong community partnerships, they work to empower people to move beyond homelessness and build a future rooted in dignity, connection and hope.
Learn more about Rogue Retreat here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Jana, Rogue RetreatWith the help of community partners like BottleDrop, it is possible to provide the support needed to allow people to flourish and become self-sufficient again. Thank you!
Day 3 - April 17
KNOVA Learning operates the Rockwood Preparatory Academy for students in the Rockwood and Gresham area. They will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to help purchase a playground cover so students can enjoy outdoor recess year-round, rain or shine.
Rockwood Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school that fosters a collaborative, family-like environment where staff, students and families work together to ensure every child has the resources and support needed to thrive.
Over the years, they have used funds raised through BottleDrop to help them purchase school supplies for all, yearbooks for all, recess equipment and more.
Learn more about Rockwood Preparatory Academy here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Maria, Rockwood Preparatory AcademyBottleDrop provides an opportunity for families to support the school in a meaningful way, even if they are unable to participate in more traditional fundraising efforts. It also reinforces important values for our students, showing them that recycling can have a positive impact, not only on the environment, but on their school community as well.
Day 2 - April 16
Based in Springfield, Many Hand and Many Hearts will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to make updates to their website to better reflect their work and serve as an information hub.
Their organization is made up of volunteers who make quilts for adults, veterans and children who are in crisis. Their quilts provide comfort and make the individual feel like they are not alone. In 2025, they donated 360 quilts.
They are looking forward to increasing their recipient roster and supporting other organizations who help those in need of a “quilty hug.”
Learn more about Many Hands and Many Hearts here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Cynthia, Many Hands and Many HeartsWhen we initially started our BottleDrop program, we thought we might get a bag or two a month. I don’t think we saw it as much of an income stream. It has been wonderful to see the support we receive grow each year. It is such an easy program to be a part of.
Day 1 - April 15
Based in Astoria, North Coast Food Web will use their $500 Earth Week Give grant to support their Free Food Box project. This project fills gaps in the typical food assistance programs while strengthening the local food economy.
North Coast Food Web purchases directly from 30 local farmers and food producers to put in their Free Food Boxes. The standard box includes a balanced assortment of goods including fresh and local protein, produce, grain and value-added products.
This project simultaneously supports community members experiencing food insecurity while also supporting local food producers – or as they call it “feeding two birds with one seed.”
Learn more about North Coast Food Web here.
Click here to support them with funds from your BottleDrop account.
— Ellie, North Coast Food WebWe want to thank BottleDrop for putting together such a thoughtful and user-friendly platform for donations. It is a major asset to our fundraising plan. Purchasing locally grown vegetables to give away for free is not always an easy sell but it is central to our mission.