[OMS_MANAGERS] OMS Round-up

Tue Aug 30 17:07:13 PDT 2022

1.       Job Opportunity

La Grande Main Street Downtown is seeking an executive director. The city of La Grande is located in one of the Nation's most scenic and inviting recreational areas with friendly neighbors, a warm small town atmosphere, and beautifully restored historic buildings.  La Grande is located along Interstate 84, approximately 250 miles east of Portland and 175 miles west of Boise, Idaho.  Applicant should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, public relations and managerial abilities, with a strong administrative background.  Previous nonprofit experience desired, with a background in the areas of event planning, small business development, or volunteer recruitment and management.  Position requires a dynamic, outgoing team player with proven ability to multitask and work independently.  The applicant should have demonstrated experience working with and for a Board of Directors and committees.  Salary range:  $42,500 to $47,500 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.  8 paid holidays and 12 paid personal days annually will be offered in lieu of sick days/vacation days. $300 per month stipend for medical coverage. To apply:
jobsearchdowntown at gmail.com<mailto:jobsearchdowntown at gmail.com> or
La Grande Main Street Downtown
Attn:  HR
102 Depot Street
La Grande, OR  97850

For additional information click here<https://www.lagrandemainstreet.org/news/job-description-for-la-grande-main-street-downtown-executive-director-position>.

2.       Open Door Pitch Contest: Last day to apply for the Open Door Pitch contest is September 1. This is your opportunity for $5,000 to fund a project on your work plan that will help your organization or downtown be more welcoming. Click Here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/omsconference.aspx> for more information and to apply.

3.       2022 Oregon Main Street Conference: Remember to register for the 2022 Oregon Main Street Conference, Oct 5-7, in beautiful downtown Klamath Falls!  The conference includes hands-on workshops on placemaking or community engagement, an extended variety of walking tours to choose from, educational sessions, and more. Click Here<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/omsconference.aspx> for additional information about the conference, and for the link to register for the conference which includes lodging options - discounted room block rates end on September 5.

  *   If you have questions about the conference, please contact Sheri Stuart: sheri.stuart at oprd.oregon.gov<mailto:sheri.stuart at oprd.oregon.gov>.
  *   If you have questions about how to register or lodging, contact our local co-host with the Klamath Falls Downtown Association, Darin Rutledge, darin at downtownklamathfalls.org<mailto:darin at downtownklamathfalls.org>.

4.       Grants

  *   Oregon Arts Commission's Arts Build Communities (ABC) Grant Program Now Open: The ABC grant program provides $5,000 matching support to arts and other community-based organizations for projects that address a local community problem, issue or need through an arts-based solution. This grant program supports projects that address local community need through arts-based projects. This program recognizes the role that the arts play in the broad cultural, social, educational, economic and tourism sectors of community life. Support is provided to arts and other community-based organizations to form local partnerships to strengthen communities through projects that connect the arts with local challenges, issues, needs and opportunities. Applications are due October 3. Click Here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonartscommission.org%2Fgrants%2Farts-build-communities&data=05%7C01%7CSheri.STUART%40oprd.oregon.gov%7C1135c405ea3c4fb0be8308da7fb73e03%7Caa3f6932fa7c47b4a0cea598cad161cf%7C0%7C0%7C637962722243454959%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=irz9GsotVGbf7MpguylJrBj290huGlJ1LJ9420if1aQ%3D&reserved=0> for more information and to apply.

*         10 Reasons to Apply for National Trust Preservation Funds: Here are ten reasons why you should apply for a grant through the National Trust Preservation Funds<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fus.engagingnetworks.app%2Fpage%2Femail%2Fclick%2F10028%2F1381956%3Femail%3DDheinyePr9pVzTNxl0rcdsS5Hda7Kfnj%26campid%3DX%252BI2NXledwyZkArzVWMSmA%3D%3D&data=05%7C01%7CSheri.STUART%40oprd.oregon.gov%7C15a31065a1ca40d3824a08da86e9fd24%7Caa3f6932fa7c47b4a0cea598cad161cf%7C0%7C0%7C637970636799503685%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XYjOUGe%2BRNVn1T1qf5vw94cpcRKlUd6to43%2B8zIqD9k%3D&reserved=0> by the October 3 fall deadline:
#10: It's easy to apply! Our online application allows multiple staff to collaborate, work can be saved and returned to, and many other user-friendly features.
#9: Kick start your project. Funding provides seed money to start that big project you've been thinking about.
#8: Community outreach. Get the resources to engage and educate members of your community.
#7: Obtain the expertise you need. Hire an expert in preservation, archaeology, or other related fields needed to take your project to the next level.
#6: Grants are awarded three times a year! If you're not quite ready to apply, keep our February 1 deadline in mind.
#5: Get national recognition! Grants from a national organization can spur financial support at the local level.
#4: Be the change. Your project can serve as a catalyst for others in your community.
#3: Build a stronger organization. Use the funding to enhance your organizational capacity.
#2: Money!! Who doesn't need money? Funding ranges from $2,500 to $5,000.
#1: You deserve it! You and your organization are doing important work, and you deserve to be the best that you can be!

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