The Ford Family Foundation
Michelle Martin currently works as a Field Coordinator at The Ford Family Foundation. Michelle has extensive experience in economic development and community engagement, having previously held roles such as Director of Community & Economic Development at Neighborworks Umpqua. Michelle has a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Oregon State University and an Associate of Science degree in Chemistry from Southwestern Oregon Community College.
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The Ford Family Foundation
As a place-based funder in rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, The Ford Family Foundation focuses its grant making, scholarship programs and community building support on its mission of “successful citizens and vital rural communities.” We are proudly located in the Umpqua Valley, the heart of Douglas County, Oregon. A Scholarship Office in Eugene provides individualized student supports for the Foundation’s scholarship recipients. Five field coordinators based in rural towns throughout the region support local community building efforts that create deeper connections among rural residents. We’re responsive to rural. Reach out. We want to hear from you.