The City of Bend Community Sponsorship Program offers funding to organizations working to build a more connected, inclusive or engaged community. Climate Action Partner Grant Program:Entering its second year, the Climate Action Partner Grant Program specifically serves registered non-profits, government entities and higher education institutions operating in Bend. The project must support at least one Community Climate Action Plan action listed in the City’s Community Climate Action Plan Actions Eligible for Funding. Small Business Assistance Grant Program:The new Small Business Grant Program is designed to specifically serve local, private sector small businesses in Bend. For more information on the Small Business Grant Program, visitbendoregon.gov/small-business-grant.