City of Powell River Council has approved the spring 2026 not-for-profit organization grants from the Powell River Community Forest reserve fund, with 12 grants, totalling $304,836.68, to be distributed to community organizations. At the May 21 city council meeting, interim manager of partnerships, intergovernmental and public relations Susan Auchterlonie outlined the granting process, indicating the community forest board reviews the applications and recommends grants to be awarded for council consideration, in both spring and fall allocations. She said the community forest board also provides input on projects submitted by the city that utilize the community forest reserve fund. Auchterlonie said a budget of $1.2 million was approved in the 2026 to 2030 financial plan, which is $600,000 for spring and $600,000 for fall grant distribution.