Grants in Ohio

Upper Arlington Education Foundation

If you are an educator or learner with an idea that needs resources beyond the school district's budget, we are here to help. Eligibility: Educators or learners with an idea that needs resources beyond the school district's budget.

African American Community Fund (affiliate of Community Foundation Lorain County)

The online application opens on October 15. Eligibility: Non-profit organizations that address fundamental community needs, problems, or opportunities in the areas of health, social services, education, arts, and civic or cultural affairs in the Black community.

Ohio Humanities

November 20, 2026. Amount: Up to $2,500 Eligibility: Non-profit organizations located in Ohio (such as public libraries, museums, historical societies, or community organizations) with a UEI number; the project must center on public humanities, be open to the public, and include a 1-to-1 cost share.

Salem Community Foundation

The Salem Community Foundation is currently accepting Grant Applications for Financial Assistance. Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations registered with the State of Ohio Attorney General's office that serve people in the Salem area and support arts and humanities, health and human services, public…

The Thomas J. Emery Memorial (administered by Greater Cincinnati Foundation)

LOI Deadline Proposal Deadline Notice of Decision June 15 August 1 November 30 December 1 February 1 April 30 Eligibility: Applicants must have an IRS determination as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. In most cases, organizations must be located in the Greater Cincinnati area (Hamilton, Butler…

Tiffin Community Foundation

March 4, 2026, June 3, 2026, September 2, 2026, and December 2, 2026. Eligibility: Public and private organizations in the City of Tiffin and Seneca County that are tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) or organized for a charitable purpose. Generally excludes operating expenses, loan payments…

Greater Oxford Community Foundation

To apply for a grant, download and complete our application form. Eligibility: Applicants must include a 501(c)(3) number and a detailed projected budget with other funding sources; a cover letter signed by an authorized executive is required where appropriate.

Marietta Community Foundation Inc

Applications are due annually on March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15. Eligibility: Local charities and nonprofit organizations in Washington County.

The Community Foundation for Crawford County

First Cycle Deadline: December 31st - Grants submitted by this date will be awarded in April of the following year. Eligibility: Only organizations designated as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, including governmental units such as a county, city, or public school…

Ashland County Community Foundation

Applications are accepted four times per year on quarterly deadlines starting with Sept. 30, 2026 Amount: More than $10,000 Eligibility: Larger initiatives, new programs, capital needs, or collaborative projects requiring more than $10,000. Up to two Quarterly Community Grant applications per year.

The Scioto Foundation

The Grant Deadlines are March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31. Eligibility: Local non-profit organizations, schools, and local governments in the Scioto County area. Applicants must meet the requirements in the grant guidelines.

Ashland County Community Foundation

Give your students a learning experience they won't forget. Apply by January 15.