The Oregon Business Development Department (“Department”) administers the Rural Opportunity Initiative Grant Program (“Program”) under authority provided by ORS 285A.227. Under the Program, and consistent with these rules, the Department will award grants to support entrepreneurs and small business growth in Rural Areas through development of their Entrepreneurial Ecosystems (“Projects”).

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 285A.227

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 285A.227

History

OBDD 6-2025, adopt filed 06/25/2025, effective 06/25/2025