Ohio Private Grants

The Troy Foundation is seeking applications for its Priority Needs Fund to assist the Troy community in addressing transportation, childcare, access to behavioral and mental health services, and affordable housing. Donor Name: The Troy Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Priority Needs Fund was created by the Governing Board of The Troy Foundation to address the needs identified by the Community Needs Assessment performed by Measurement Resources Company.  Strategic Focus  Public Transportation Availability of a Public Transportation system that is user‐friendly, affordable, and useable for all shift workers was identified as the greatest community need. Lack of public transportation impacts all industries, private and public, including being able to access health or social services, job trainings, employment, and social events that build a sense of community. Of the surveyed community partners, 65% identified transportation as a need among Troy residents. Childcare There is limited infant through pre‐K childcare facilities in Miami County that are state certified and not enough space for all children in the community even in non‐certified facilities. Over half of kindergarteners are not considered ready for kindergarten upon entry. Stakeholders perceive there are higher‐paying jobs available for individuals able to work second and third shifts. Yet, workers are unable to access these jobs due to the cost and limited availability of childcare for these positions. Similar to transportation, lack of childcare impacts all industries. Of the surveyed community partners, 63% identified lack of childcare as an unmet need among Troy residents. Behavioral and Mental Health Troy, like most communities across Ohio, has experienced rising levels of opioid and other substance misuse and addiction. Additionally, other behavioral health conditions have increased among all age groups. The community’s youth have strong attitudes regarding the need for community leaders to prioritize behavioral health‐related issues. The increased visibility into how mental health and addiction is afflicting more individuals throughout the community has increased the community’s recognition of the need for more services to improve these conditions for residents. Of the surveyed community partners, 42% identified mental health care as a need among Troy residents Housing Affordable Housing in Troy is a concern. Many new and younger residents are looking to live and start families in the community. During the focus groups, residents vocalized that houses are either too expensive, or affordable, but dilapidated. The lack of affordable housing keeps residents in a cycle of renting. As seen in the secondary data, renting costs in Troy are higher than the state average. Additionally, Black and/or African American neighborhoods that were formed, as a result of redlining policies, threaten home values and the ability for families to build generation‐al wealth through homeownership. Of the surveyed community partners, 56% identified affordable housing as a need among Troy residents. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lens While focusing efforts towards the above focus areas will improve lives in Troy, intentional action will need to be taken to ensure all communities in Troy can benefit from such efforts. The diversity of Troy, such as income levels, disability levels, racial groups, education levels, age groups, and language groups, means that residents experience living, working, going to school, and raising families in Troy differently. This report identifies how different community groups also experience accessing services differently in Troy. A diversity, equity and inclusion lens applied to each strategic focus area will promote funding decisions that are intentional about reaching all residents and more culturally relevant strategies to implement effective programming for all residents of Troy. For more information, visit The Troy Foundation.

The Women’s Fund is seeking applications to transform the lives of women and girls by mobilizing the collective power and passion of all people working together. Donor Name: The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio State: Ohio County: Delaware County (OH), Fairfield County (OH), Franklin County (OH), Licking County (OH), Madison County (OH), Pickaway County (OH), Union County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: At The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio, its trust-based, capacity-building grants go beyond providing funding. They form deep, collaborative partnerships with grantees and connect them with other capacity-building opportunities. They also strive to make their process as streamlined as possible so that grant partners can spend more time on their mission and less time on administrative hoops. Eligibility Criteria In order to receive a grant from The Women’s Fund, an organization must: Be a 501(c)(3) organization or have a fiscal agent Serve women and girls in one or more Central Ohio counties (Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, and Union) Align with their grantmaking priorities Address at least one of the five shifts of social change Apply a gender lens and disrupt gender norms. Funds cannot be used for: Organizations that are not welcoming and inclusive of LGBTQIA+ individuals Organizations that restrict reproductive rights Programs that promote religious beliefs and activities Political campaigns or promotion of candidates for public office Advancement of capital or endowment campaigns Event sponsorship Scholarships for individuals Co-educational programs that do not specifically focus on women and girls. For more information, visit TWFCO.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Lincoln & Gilbert Small Business Relief Grants. Donor Name: Lincoln & Gilbert Initiative State: Ohio Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/18/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Lincoln & Gilbert Initiative is designed to help double the number of Black (MBE) employer firms in Cincinnati to 1,000+ in 5 years. The Urban League of Greater Southwest Ohio, The Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce, and the Cincinnati Chamber USA Minority Business Accelerator will cooperatively lead Lincoln & Gilbert. It will do so by leveraging the knowledge and expertise of these economic development organizations: the Greater Cincinnati Microenterprise Initiative (GCMI), MORTAR and Lightship Foundation. Funding Information Grants are open to small, medium, and large MBE’s based on revenue. There are three applicant tiers: $10,000 to $75,000 in revenue ($2,500 grant) $75,000 to $250,000 in revenue, ($5,000 grant) or $250,000 TO $1.5 million in revenue ($15,000 grant) Eligibility Criteria You can apply for a grant based on your business revenue. These grants are open to MBEs and individuals who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, or that predominately serve businesses that have been disproportionately impacted by COVID. For more information, visit Lincoln & Gilbert.

Ohio’s Premier Manufacturing Pitch Competition with prizes such as engineering design or operations services to help move your startup to the next milestone. If you have a physical product, idea, or manufacturing innovation, apply today. Donor Name: MAGNET State: Ohio County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Prizes and Benefits Prizes and benefits include MAGNET’s manufacturing consulting services adapted to meet the needs and services of a company or product, such as: Engineering Design Assistance  Operational Services and/or Lean Operations Sales and Marketing Innovation Award, sponsored by Huntington, for up to $10K for diverse founders Exposure to The Advanced Manufacturing Fund Visibility to a judging panel of local services providers and investors Guidance from MAGNET’s team of manufacturing experts Funding Information Prizes totaling more than $75,000. Eligibility Criteria Any Ohio-based entrepreneur with a physical product, idea, or manufacturing innovation. For more information, visit MAGNET.

The Community Waste Reduction Grant (CWRG) is a competitive grant program that provides funding for innovative projects that significantly reduce waste and/or increase the diversion of recoverable materials that would otherwise be sent to the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill for disposal. Donor Name: Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio State: Ohio County: Franklin County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The program is designed to provide funding to assist with building sustainable programs, projects, and services that address the unique waste reduction and material diversion needs of central Ohio. Local governmental or non-profit organizations including cities, townships, villages, parks, K-12 schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, and churches are eligible to apply.  Proposed projects should address the unique waste reduction, diversion, recycling, and composting needs of Central Ohio; emphasize partnership building and collaboration, and address opportunities to leverage the waste stream for community benefit. Funding Information The minimum grant amount that can be requested is five hundred dollars ($500.00). The maximum grant amount that can be requested is thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000.00). Projects should emphasize partnership building and collaboration, and address opportunities to leverage the waste stream for community and economic benefit. Funding for infrastructure, and outreach and education activities that increase the reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting of materials will be considered. Applications with a focus on implementing reduction and diversion processes and systems, that also include outreach, education, and awareness as part of the project are strongly encouraged. Below is a partial list of CWRG criteria: Must occur within SWACO’s jurisdiction of Franklin County, Ohio. Funding is available for establishing, improving, or expanding waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, or food donation activities. Recipients must provide a twenty percent (20%) cash contribution toward the project. If a project is awarded grant dollars, SWACO requires grantees to document and measure the impact of the project’s activities. No approved purchases can be made before the execution of a grant agreement. If awarded, funded projects must be completed by December 31, 2025. A final report detailing the successes, challenges, and impacts of the project’s waste reduction and diversion efforts must be provided at the end of the project. SWACO staff is available to serve as a resource to: Provide advice and technical expertise. Help develop projects and services that align with the purpose of the CWRG program. Provide recommendations to help ensure proposed activities incorporate best practices to help execute successful projects with maximized outcomes. To sign up to receive notifications regarding our CWRG application cycles and/or to share ideas For more information, visit SWACO.

The EWRG seeks to assist local event organizers with reducing event-generated waste and diverting as much material as possible from the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill. Donor Name: Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio State: Ohio County: Franklin County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Event Waste Reduction Grant (EWRG) provides reimbursement funding for activities at events in SWACO’s jurisdiction that increase waste reduction, reuse, recycling, food scrap composting, and food donation; as well as diversion-related outreach and education activities to increase public awareness of the importance of these activities. Event waste reduction grants also aid in helping event organizers with building needed and necessary infrastructure to sustain diversion efforts beyond the grant funding year. Eligibility Criteria Funding is available for establishing, improving, or expanding waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, or food donation activities at events.  To be eligible for a grant award, events: Must occur within SWACO’s jurisdiction of Franklin County, Ohio. Must take place during 2024. Must be open to the public. Must have a projected attendance of 2,000 people or more. Events ranging from 2,000 to 10,000 attendees are eligible to apply for up to $2,000 Events ranging from 10,000 to 30,000 attendees are eligible to apply for up to $4,000 Events ranging from 30,000 to 60,000 attendees or greater are eligible to apply for up to $6,000 Recipients must provide a twenty percent (20%) cash contribution toward the project. Applications must be received 8 weeks before the event. No approved purchases can be made before the execution of a grant agreement. If awarded, funded projects must be completed by December 31, 2024. For more information, visit SWACO.

Applications are now being accepted for the Charles D. Berry Foundation grant. Donor Name: Charles D. Berry Foundation State: Ohio County: Greene County (OH), Miami County (OH), Montgomery County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/08/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation will accept requests for the following areas: Program or Project Operating Support Capital Campaign. Focus Areas  The Charles D. Berry Foundation is committed to supporting programs in the following Focus Areas, primarily in the Greater Dayton Region: Arts (Performing, Visual, Educational Programming) Community Enrichment (Public Radio, Public Television, Museums, Parks & Recreation) Education (Early Childhood Education, Elementary, Secondary, Post-Secondary, and Community Initiatives) Health & Human Services (Individuals with Disabilities, Food Insecurity, Diseases, Improved Health Outcomes, Disaster Relief, Services for Underserved Populations, Poverty Reduction, Animal Welfare). Ineligibility Requests are not considered for: Organizations without 501(c)3 public charity status from the IRS or classified as private foundations Organizations that discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status or any federal, state or local laws Political causes, candidates, organizations or campaigns Churches and Religious Organizations School District Projects Sports Organizations Individuals Mass Funding Appeals Sponsorships Grants or Loans to Individuals Organizations Outside of the United States. For more information, visit CDBF.

The Portage Foundation provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations of all sizes, including projects from genuine grassroots groups. Donor Name: Portage Foundation State: Ohio County: Portage County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Priorities The Portage Foundation has nine priority funding area for the grants process: Animal Welfare Arts and Culture Children’s Programs Education Environment Economic Development Health Human Services Project Funding Types Projects that support capacity building in the areas of governance, management, service delivery and financial sustainability. One-time, non-recurring expenditures for start-up efforts or special projects; specific capital needs; and program-related expenses are given equal consideration. Collaborations among two or more organization are encouraged; If an application is being made for a collaborative effort, it must include letters of support from the boards of all organizations involved. Projects that address the underlying cause of a problem. Part of a nonprofit’s general operating budget ONLY if the applicant can demonstrate compelling need. Grant approval is based on an evaluation of the significance of a project, its purpose, its likelihood of success, and its potential benefit to the Portage County community. They also consider the strength and stability of the applicant organization and the availability of funding from other sources to fulfill the goals of the grant. Funding Information Typical grants range between $500 and $2,500. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must be located in or provide services to residents of Portage County. Grant seekers outside Portage County must provide information on services provided and individuals served in Portage County. Grants will be made only to nonprofit organizations classified as 501(c)(3) charities by the Internal Revenue Service. Grants are not made to any group that discriminates on the basis of age, color, race, national origin, gender identity, marital status, sensory, mental or physical ability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. Reporting requirements from prior grants must be fulfilled before submitting a new application. For more information, visit Portage Foundation.

The Community Grants Program is an annual grants program open to nonprofits and charities — with IRS 501(c)(3) or equivalent status — serving Marion County (Ohio). Donor Name: Marion Community Foundation State: Ohio County: Marion County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grants may be awarded through this competitive process for any worthy charitable purpose serving the Marion area. Primary Areas of Impact Animal Care Arts, History, Culture Children, Families, Seniors Community Development Education Food, Shelter, Support Health & Wellness Parks, Environment Faith-based Type of Requests Capital or Equipment One time Project Operating Support. Funding Information The Foundation has approximately $500,000 to award. Grant Period Funds will be available October 2024 thru September 2025. Who may apply? IRS 501(c)(3) Non-profit organizations are welcome to apply. For more information, visit MCF.

The Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) is seeking research and development proposals to address issues related to wastewater, drinking water, water resource management, solid waste management and energy resource development in Ohio. Donor Name: Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) State: Ohio County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Pursuant to its power to engage in research and development with respect to wastewater, water management facilities, solid waste facilities, and energy resource development facilities, OWDA has established a grant program for qualifying research and development programs. The eligible participants are Local Government Agencies (Cities, Villages, and Counties), Water/Sewer Districts, Conservancy Districts, State agencies or Institutions of higher learning that perform research and/or development. Projects for which grants are awarded must be of such a nature that the benefits to be derived fulfill a general need in the State of Ohio that is within the scope of the powers of the Authority. Grants are subject to available funds. Priority will be given to projects that have statewide environmental and/or natural resource applications, and grantees must submit a final report. Since the development of the Research and Development Grant Program, OWDA has awarded grants in the areas of surface water, wastewater, drinking water, solid waste, agriculture, and public health. Funding Information $200,000, dependent upon available funds. Eligible Project Costs Eligible project costs include start‐up and research. Indirect/overhead costs may not exceed 35% of the grant amount. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible grantees include departments, divisions, or other units of state government, watershed districts, soil and water conversation districts, municipal corporations, counties, special water districts, including county and regional sewer and water districts, conservancy districts, sanitary districts, sewer districts, or institutions of higher learning. For more information, visit OWDA.

The Hudson Community Foundation provides grants to support nonprofit organizations working to meet community needs and enhance the quality of life in Hudson. Donor Name: Hudson Community Foundation State: Ohio City: Hudson Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Interest  The core areas of interest include Arts and Culture, Hudson Social Services, Historical and Environmental Preservation, and Youth Education and Recreation. Eligibility Criteria The Hudson Community Foundation welcomes grant requests from nonprofit organizations that are classified as nonprofit charitable organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code or, in some cases, government agencies. The Hudson Community Foundation will welcome grant requests from nonprofit organizations that are located in, or provide services to Hudson, Ohio. The Foundation will look favorably on grant requests that fall into the above-mentioned areas of interest. General Exclusions Religious organizations or events Private foundations Operating deficits or debt retirement Support to individuals Advertising Testimonial dinners Political organizations or campaigns Capital campaigns Endowments For more information, visit HCFG.

The purpose of the John W. and Edna McManus Shepard Fund of The Columbus Foundation is to provide cultural and/or economic programs that benefit the residents of Cambridge and/or Guernsey County.

The Dayton Foundation awards discretionary grants to a full spectrum of 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations – from social service to the arts to health and the environment – based upon worthy community efforts and the greatest community need. Donor Name: The Dayton Foundation State: Ohio County: Darke County (OH), Greene County (OH), Miami County (OH), Montgomery County (OH), Preble County (OH), Warren County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Generally, grants are awarded to help launch new projects not addressed by existing organizations or to support special efforts of already-established, not-for-profit organizations in the Dayton Region. The programs consider for discretionary support are located primarily in Montgomery, Miami, Greene, Darke, Preble and Warren (north) counties. TDF Generally funds Capacity-Building Grants The Dayton Foundation’s discretionary grants support projects that provide for more efficient use of community resources; promote coordination, cooperation and sharing among organizations; and reduce the duplication of services in community. Through this process, they aim to strengthen not-for-profit agencies and institutions by reducing operating costs, increasing public financial support and/or improving internal management. The goal is to help build organizational capacity so that the charity can work more efficiently and effectively and raise more dollars. Capital Campaign or Capital Improvement Grants To help an organization expand services and capacity. Funding Information Discretionary grant requests range from $7,500 to $75,000. Typically, the Grants Committee awards grants for no more than 25 percent of a total project budget, not to exceed $75,000. The grant cycle takes place over a six-month time frame. Eligibility Criteria be recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, according to the Internal Revenue Code (established for at least two years and have a track record of sustainability) or have a fiscal agent with such status; benefit citizens in the Dayton Region  address needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources; demonstrate systemic collaboration; and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in organizational strategic plans, policies or other documents, such as an equity statement. TDF Generally does not funds Projects that are narrowly focused in geography, impact and number of participants General organizational operations and ongoing programs Individuals Scientific, medical or academic research projects Operational deficits or reduced or lost funding Sectarian activities of religious organizations Scholarships and travel grants Annual fundraising drives, ceremonies, conferences, workshops, special or one-time events Public or private schools Endowment funds Art exhibits Cultural arts productions, with the exception of funding costs associated with creating original works Economic development projects Hospitals and universities for internal programs Matching grants (unless local dollars are needed to fulfill a condition for a state or federal grant) Multi-year or large-dollar requests (unless they are grants committee and governing board initiatives) Publications, including books, reports, research papers . For more information, visit The Dayton Foundation.

The Ohio Animal Foundation is accepting applications for its grant program. Donor Name: Ohio Animal Foundation State: Ohio County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Field of Interests  Rescue and Shelter Services. Includes services for domestic/companion/farm animals. Includes programs for feral/community cats. Wildlife Protection, Education and Rehabilitation Programs. Funding Information The typical grant range is $250-$500. Eligibility Criteria  Be an Ohio-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in good standing. Foundation does not provide funding to individuals. For more information, visit OAF.

The annual grant cycle for the 2024 period runs from April 22 to May 24. Applications are open to organizations serving Ohio and Marshall Counties in West Virginia, as well as Belmont County in Ohio. Eligible applicants must be recognized as 501(c)(3) organizations or partner with a nonprofit fiscal agent. Grants range from $5,000 to $10,000 and will only be accepted via email at [email protected], with the organization name in the subject line. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Each organization is limited to one application per cycle, and submitting final or interim grant reports is required for future eligibility.

Coshocton Foundation Unrestricted Grant Application Deadline: May 31, 2024 Meeting Date: Early June 2024 Eligibility Criteria: Community organizations with a current 501(c)(3) non-profit designation are eligible to apply. Schools, churches, and government agencies are also eligible. Application Process: Application Criteria and Form: [Click Here](link to application) Contact Number: (740) 622-0010 Submission Details: Completed applications should be sent to: Coshocton Foundation P.O. Box 55 Coshocton, OH 43812 Alternatively, applications may be brought to: Coshocton Foundation Office 220 S. Fourth St. If delivering in person, please use the mail slot in the front door or call the office to make other arrangements. Seven copies of the grant request are required. Deadline for Submission: All applications must be received in the office by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2024.

This grant provides financial support for Cuyahoga County-based artists to fund public projects, events, or specific needs related to their creative practices.

The Youngstown Foundation welcomes applications from local nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charities that serve the people of Youngstown and vicinity (Mahoning and Trumbull Counties) and do not discriminate in the hiring of staff or service providers. Donor Name: The Youngstown Foundation State: Ohio County: Mahoning County (OH), Trumbull County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Youngstown Foundation’s grants reflect the desire to be innovative, inclusive and responsive to the needs of the local community. Each year, approximately 500 grants ranging from $1,000 to $300,000 are awarded to effective 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations. Program Areas  Health Environment Education and Youth Community Development Arts and Culture Social/Family Services Women Seniors Types of Grants  Program Grants The Youngstown Foundation considers grants to support a specific project, connected to a set of activities, with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives and a predetermined cost. Funds are restricted to use for the program described and designed in the application serving residents of Mahoning County and/or Trumbull County. Operational Grants The Youngstown Foundation considers operational grants to support an organization’s overall activities, including operating expenses and overhead. Organizations that consistently serve Mahoning and/or Trumbull county residents may use funds at their discretion—wherever it is most needed. Grantees are considered for operational funding based on strategic alignment, relationship with and knowledge of the organization. Capital Investment Grants All projects related to improving physical spaces must be located within Mahoning and/or Trumbull counties. Crisis Assistance Program Grants The Crisis Assistance Program provides a resource for The Youngstown Foundation to respond quickly to emergency funding needs of qualified 501(c)(3) agencies in Youngstown and vicinity to ensure continuity of essential, direct services to clients. Criteria: Crisis Assistance grants cap at $5,000. One request per agency per year will be considered. To qualify, records of the agency’s 501(c)(3), most recent audit, current board roster, executive staff roster, mission statement and history must be on file at The Youngstown Foundation or provided at time of request. Completed applications will be processed within 48 hours of receipt. Approved requests will receive funding within four business days. Support Fund Grants The Williamson Fund of The Youngstown Foundation invites small to midsize local charities to receive an additional matching grant for contributions received from individuals. Donors can simply make contributions directly payable to approved organizations. The Youngstown Foundation will provide support (valued at $5,000) that may include primetime television advertisement. Preferred Qualifications The Youngstown Foundation’s grantmaking decisions reflect a preference for innovative proposals that: Originate from a local organization or the local office of a larger organization Target a population that lives in Youngstown and vicinity Demonstrate strong volunteer leadership and involvement Promote collaboration and reduce duplication of services Strengthen the ability of the community to respond effectively to needs Build on strengths of the community Apply the Foundation’s resources optimally Confirm the agency’s sustainability/strategic plan, with no expectation of annual funding from the Youngstown Foundation. Grant Restrictions Grants are generally not awarded for: Film, video, radio or television projects Endowments, debt reduction or budget deficits Political projects Religious organizations for religious purposes Grants or loans to individuals Short-term events (conferences, festivals, fundraisers, award programs) Travel, tours or trips Sabbatical leaves; scholarly research. For more information, visit The Youngstown Foundation.

The Ottawa County Community Foundation (OCCF) annually awards Community Grants to support charitable programs and initiatives across diverse fields including education, health, social services, economic development, natural resources, and the arts. These grants are funded through various sources such as Unrestricted and Donor Advised Funds, alongside annual donations. Eligible applicants include nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations located in or serving Ottawa County, who must submit their proposals exclusively via the Foundation’s online application portal between January 1 and March 1 at 11:59 p.m. each year.

The Miami County Agricultural Leadership Fund Grant, sponsored by the Miami County Farm Bureau and administered by the Miami County Foundation, supports agricultural-related programs, educational opportunities, and projects in Miami County, Ohio. This donor-advised grant aims to enhance agricultural, educational, leadership, and social organizations within the community. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, schools, and municipalities in Miami County, Ohio. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Spring deadline: February 28th