Help for the Helpers
The Coquille Indian Tribe established its Community Fund in order to share the proceeds of The Mill Casino • Hotel with organizations that benefit the residents of southwestern Oregon. The fund seeks to strengthen the community by improving opportunities and lives throughout the region.
Our Mission
“The Coquille Tribal Community Fund is dedicated to providing assistance to organizations that make lasting contributions to the communities we serve. We believe through this spirit of giving we allow our communities to grow and prosper.”
Want to Apply?
The 2022 grant application period will open Oct. 1, and will close Nov. 15. Apply here:
If you have questions, please contact Fund Administrator Kay Collins:
541-756-0904, ext. 1242
2022 Grants
Almost 60 organizations received more than $280,000 from the Coquille tribal Community Fund in 2022.
We think all our grantees are pretty special. Here’s a sampling of past grants that illustrates how Community Fund dollars work to improve our community.
About tribal giving
Other Coquille Tribal donations
The Community Fund targets projects that will make a clear difference for daily life in the Coos Bay area and throughout southwestern Oregon. It’s one of several ways the Coquille Tribe contributes to the community.
Our Board of Trustees
Court Boice, Curry County commissioner
Samantha Clayburn, Myrtle Point mayor
Melissa Cribbins, Coos County commissioner
Jon Ivy, Tribal Council vice chair
Lon Matheny, tribal member
Linda Mecum, tribal member
Margaret Simpson, CEO, Coquille Economic Development Corp.
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