Financial Assistance & Grants

​Whether you need help paying your bills or want to help others in need, the City has information to assist you. Grants are usually for non-profit organizations who provide direct services to community members who need help.

North Salem Investment Creates Affordable Housing, Improved Pedestrian Access, Jobs, and Educational Opportunities
The landscape of north Salem is changing. Thanks to significant investment by the region’s private and public sectors, once-blighted areas are receiving more than just a fresh coat of paint… they’re being rebuilt and enhanced.
Learn more 2 greater than signs
2-1-1 Information and Referral Service
Free information helpline to connect people to assistance services.
Learn more 
Apply for a Residential Toolbox Grant
Get help to enhance or restore historic buildings with a grant from Historic Landmarks Commission.
Learn more 
Apply for a Watershed Protection and Preservation Grant
Grant funding is available to help with local projects that protect Salem's watershed.
Learn more 
Apply for Low-Income Utility Assistance
A list of local service agencies who can provide help paying a utility bill.
Learn more 
Apply for Wastewater Rate Assistance
Information for senior citizens and disabled heads of households on utility bill discounts.
Learn more 
Business Grants, Loans, and Incentives
Find grants, loans, and tax incentives for your business ventures.
Learn more 
What’s happening
May 28
Memorial Day Observance
Jul. 04
Independence Day
Sep. 03
Labor Day
Nov. 12
Veteran's Day Observance
Nov. 22
Thanksgiving - Some City offices closed for holiday observanceCivic Center
555 Liberty ST SE
Salem OR 97301
Next

Contact us

City of Salem
555 Liberty ST SE
Salem OR 97301
Phone: 
Sign up for mailing list: 
Community Connections Newsletter
Follow us
Facebook: 
CityOfSalemOR
Twitter: 
@cityofsalem