ABOUT
The mission of the Special Districts Association of Oregon is to assist special service districts in providing cost-effective and efficient public services to the people of Oregon. Programs and trainings designed to assist with the successful operation of a local government entity can often be cost-restrictive for many of our members. The SDAO Scholarship and Grant Fund is designed to be a resource for members to utilize for education, training, and funding of various association-defined programs related to the operation of a special district.
 

Through the generosity of our donors, we are able to fund:

• SDAO/SDIS training registration fees for districts with minimal funds for education
• Registration fees for outside educational opportunities for special district representatives such as conferences or trainings
• Other related programs and services

Interested in donating? Visit our donation page for more information.

APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP
Active board members or employees of an SDAO member district can apply for a scholarship through the SDAO Scholarship and Grant Fund that may be used for any SDAO or SDIS course or approved outside educational opportunity such as affiliate conferences or trainings. 

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by a staff committee each month. Scholarship recipients will be notified within five business days following the committee meeting. For consideration, applications must be submitted by the last day of the month. 

Application Deadlines and Approval Dates

Application Deadline             Committee Meeting

Last Day of the Month           First Friday of Each Month
 

Scholarship Application