When is the deadline for Community Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Community Grants?

Eligible applicants: Charitable organizations; Organizations serving the broader Ashland County community. Geography: In Ashland County. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

How often is Community Grants offered?

Community Grants runs on an annual cycle.

Community Grants

Q: How much funding does Community Grants provide?

Community Grants provides Varies by project (recent grants ranged from approximately $1,000 to $25,000+) in funding.

Ashland County Community Foundation

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Funding Amount

Varies by project (recent grants ranged from approximately $1,000 to $25,000+)

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Charitable organizations
Organizations serving the broader Ashland County community

Geography

In Ashland County

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF), in partnership with The Norma Foundation

Geographic Scope: Ashland County, Ohio

Purpose: Support programs or projects of community-wide benefit that address local needs and improve quality of life.

Eligibility:

Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) status)
Charitable organizations
Organizations serving the broader Ashland County community

Funding Areas:

Building improvements and facility renovations
Mental health and suicide prevention programs
Youth services and enrichment
Healthcare and medical services
Community development
Recreation and sports programs
Arts and cultural organizations
Emergency services and safety equipment
Educational programs
Food and basic needs assistance
Animal welfare
Senior services and housing

Recent Award Examples (2024): 30 grants totaling $263,085 awarded to organizations including A Kid Again, ACCESS, Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Ashland Christian Health Center, Ashland County Cancer Association, Hillsdale High School Fine Arts Department, Jobs for Ohio Graduates, LifeAct, Pathfinder Farms, and many others.

Donor Opportunity:

Donors can create named, permanently endowed funds with minimum $10,000 (paid at once or over 5 years)
Funds designated specifically to support Community Grants
Over 50 donors have created such funds

Contact Information:

Jim Cutright, President/CEO
Phone: (419) 281-4733
Email: cutty@ashlandforgood.org
Website: www.ashlandforgood.org/grants
Office Address: 300 College Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Method: Online application (visit www.ashlandforgood.org/grants for access)

Submission Requirements:

Organization information and 501(c)(3) status documentation
Project/program description
Budget and itemized expenses
Expected outcomes and community benefit
How the grant will improve lives in Ashland County

Contact for Questions:

Courtney McNaull, Community Engagement Director
Phone: (419) 281-4733
Email: accf@ashlandforgood.org

For Fund Creation Inquiries:

Jim Cutright, President/CEO
Phone: (419) 281-4733
Email: cutty@ashlandforgood.org

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What Ashland County Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 102
Total given: $2.75M
Median grant: $12K
Range: $5,029–$205K

By dollars: Ohio 95%, Oregon <1%, Florida <1%. Top recipient cities: Ashland, OH; Mansfield, OH; Loudonville, OH.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
43% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.