How much funding does Community Impact Councils Grant Program provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Community Impact Councils Grant Program?

The deadline is January 28, 2027.

Community Impact Councils Grant Program

UNITED WAY OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Youth Programs Health Education Grants Economic Services Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

January 28, 2027

295 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Impact Councils Grant Program

Funder: United Way of Fairfield County (UWFC)

Geographic Scope: Fairfield County, Ohio

Funding Period: Fiscal year July 1 - June 30

Strategic Focus Areas:

Youth Opportunity

Healthy Community

Financial Security and Community Resiliency

Overview: United Way of Fairfield County accepts and reviews applications for funding through Community Impact Councils once each calendar year. The organization funds programs that support the strategic goals that are part of the Community Bold Goals initiative.

Funding Timeline

Application Opens: December prior to the funded year (FY27 application opened November 26, 2025)
Application Deadline: Last Thursday in January prior to the funded year
Review Period: February-April (Impact Councils make recommendations, site visits and committee discussions occur)
Board Approval: May
Fund Disbursement: July (beginning of fiscal year)
Year-End Reports Due: Fourth Friday in July (for previous fiscal year)

Contact Information

Melissa Dever, Chief Executive Director

Email: mdever@uwayfairfieldco.org
Phone: (740) 653-0643
Address: 115 South Broad Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Online Application Portal: Submit through the online grant application portal when it opens in November
2. Alternative Format: Paper application available as DOCX file
3. Required Materials:
- Grant Application (online or DOCX format)
- Grant Application Request Compliance Form (DOCX)
- Budget Worksheets (XLS)
4. Submission Deadline: Last Thursday in January prior to the funded year (Next deadline: January 30, 2026 for FY27 funding)
5. Review Process: Applications reviewed by Community Impact Councils based on careful review of applications, site visit discussions, and committee level discussions
6. Important Dates: See online application for complete list of important dates and deadlines