Tillamook County Cultural Coalition Awards $25,000 to Eight Local Organizations

Grants support education, community arts, heritage, environment, and traditions in the region.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:34pm

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A blurred, impressionistic photograph showing the silhouettes of people engaged in a lively cultural event, with warm, hazy lighting and soft, out-of-focus details conveying a sense of community and celebration.The TCCC's grant funding helps support a diverse array of cultural programs that bring the community together and preserve Tillamook County's unique heritage.Bay City Today

The Tillamook County Cultural Coalition (TCCC) has awarded nearly $25,000 in grants to eight local organizations for projects focused on education, community arts, heritage, environment, and traditions in Tillamook County, Oregon.

Why it matters

The TCCC grants help support a diverse array of cultural programs and initiatives that preserve the unique identity and traditions of Tillamook County. By investing in local arts, history, and community-based projects, the Coalition aims to expand awareness and appreciation of the region's cultural heritage.

The details

The eight grant recipients include the Bay City Arts Center, Friends of Latimer Quilt & Textile Center, Kiawanda Community Center, Nehalem Valley Historical Society, Neskowin Chamber Music, Tillamook County Historical Society, Tillamook County Pioneer Museum, and Tillamook Swiss Society. The funded projects range from an after-school theater program and textile traditions project to historical presentations, a chamber music season, and a traditional Swiss festival.

  • The TCCC grants were awarded in 2026.
  • The funded projects will take place throughout 2026 and 2027.

The players

Tillamook County Cultural Coalition (TCCC)

The local administrator of the Oregon Cultural Trust's program in Tillamook County, supporting cultural initiatives in the region.

Oregon Cultural Trust

A statewide program established in 2002 to support cultural funding in Oregon, with one-third of its monies distributed to 45 county cultural coalitions.

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What’s next

The TCCC is currently recruiting new board members with a passion for supporting the mission of expanding awareness of Tillamook County's unique culture. Interested applicants can visit the TCCC website for more information and to apply.

The takeaway

By investing in local arts, history, and community-based projects, the Tillamook County Cultural Coalition is playing a vital role in preserving the region's cultural heritage and identity, ensuring that the traditions and unique character of Tillamook County continue to thrive.