The Oregon TRIO Association is excited to announce the receipt of a $19,000 grant from ASPIRE to support FAFSA completion initiatives in Oregon TRIO programs. These funds aim to assist TRIO programs conducting FAFSA workshops by providing food for your students and their families.
Food for workshops: Up to $500 per workshop where FAFSA assistance and completion is at least a portion of the programming offered
Funds will be distributed to OTA members who organize FAFSA workshops within their communities to boost FAFSA completion rates. Funding requests will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
1. Submit the Funding Request Form: Complete the form below for each workshop you plan to hold. Multiple requests are allowed.
–Food Expenses: OTA can either purchase the food directly, pay an invoice or over the phone, or reimburse the TRIO staff member who made the purchase.
-Workshop must take place before June 30, 2025
After each workshop, the following information must be reported:
–Receipts: Detailed receipts for any food or beverages purchased.
–Workshop Participation: Total number of attendees (including family members) & the number of FAFSAs completed during the workshop.
Completed reports should be sent to Matt at executivedirector@oregontrio.org