Athens County Foundation Grant

The Athens County Foundation Grant supports local organizations by providing funding for projects that enhance economic vitality, community well-being, and collaboration. With a focus on sustainable change, the foundation encourages initiatives that meet the evolving needs of Athens County residents. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $20,000, with a one-year timeline for project completion. This grant cycle provides a vital opportunity to foster a healthier, more inclusive community.

If you have a project in mind and are uncertain about your eligibility for any of our funding opportunities, please reach out to our staff and we will gladly engage in discussions about your ideas and offer guidance in moving forward.
Investing in Athens County: Grantmaking
At the Athens County Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of community-driven initiatives. Through our grantmaking initiatives, we strive to cultivate positive change and support initiatives that align with the diverse needs and aspirations of our community.
The Athens County Foundation provides funding support to many organizations serving Athens County. The Foundation invests in projects that build upon Economic Vitality, support Thriving Communities, and/or focus on Individual Health and Wellbeing.
The Athens County Foundation's annual fall grant cycle empowers local organizations to address critical needs and opportunities across the county. We prioritize projects that foster collaboration and sustainable change, encouraging proposals that bring together diverse resources and expertise. This grant cycle is an opportunity to partner with ACF in creating a healthier, more inclusive, and thriving Athens County.
Grant Timeline
Typically, our grants need to be spent within one year of fund receipt. We will consider funding for programs/projects that can be completed within the 1-year timeline. If your proposals will take longer to complete, we recommend applying for the resources needed for the year and then reapplying for funding in the next cycle.
Funding Amounts
If you are applying for the fall cycle, we recommend asking for a minimum of $1,000. Average grants range from $3,000-8,000. If you are planning to submit a proposal in excess of $20,000, we strongly recommend you contact ACF staff prior to submission to discuss your proposal.

Eligibility

To be eligible for grant funding, organizations must hold tax-exempt status under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3), operate as a local government agency, or function as a church.

Ineligibility

Entities and requests ineligible to apply for funding include:IndividualsFor-profit organizations
Organizations outside the U.S.
Political parties, campaigns or political candidates
Churches, religious groups or sectarian organizations that only serve congregation members
Reimbursement for services or projects already completed
Organizations that discriminate against persons for reason of race, religion, disability, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation/identity, national origin or political orientationThe Athens County Foundation cannot provide grants for the following purposes:endowments scholarships religious purposes political or legislative action groups annual fundraising drives