Ohio Grants
Last updated October 10, 2026
There are currently 37 active grants available to Ohio applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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| Lorain County Rapid Response Fund (Community Foundation of Lorain County) Community Foundation of Lorain County · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies 'Nord Family Foundation, Nordson Corporation Foundation, Stocker Foundation, and the Community Foundation of Lorain County have established the Lorain County Rapid Response Fund to help ease financial pressures on local non-profit… | |
| Delta Gamma Foundation Service for Sight Grants Delta Gamma Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies The Delta Gamma Foundation makes national Service for Sight grants to organizations whose programs benefit people living with blindness or low vision. In the 2026 fiscal year the Foundation awarded $500,000 to 49 national organizations. | |
| Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited Grant Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited · Foundation ~December · Varies Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited accepts Grant Request applications from July 1 to December 1, with grants reviewed by March 1; applications may be completed online or by downloading a PDF to mail to the office. | |
| Line Extension Grant Program Department of Development — BroadbandOhio · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies The funds for the Line Extension Grant Program come from the Capital Projects Fund (CPF). | |
| CPPS Heritage Mission Fund Grant CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K 'The CPPS Heritage Mission Fund, imbued with the gospel message and the mission and charism of the Sisters of the Precious Blood, responds to requests for financial support for programs and projects that promote the values of Precious… | |
| JewishColumbus Israel Experience Grants Columbus Jewish Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Israel Experience Grants help Central Ohio Jewish teens aged 15-19, who live (or whose parents live) within JewishColumbus's Annual Campaign boundaries, take part in eligible Israel programs; grants are paid directly to the program… | |
| Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation Competitive Grants Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation makes competitive grants to nonprofit organizations; the Foundation's Board ratifies competitive grants recommended by its Distribution Committee. | |
| Jimmy Clemens Youth Ambassador Award Central Ohio - Usbc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Jimmy Clemens Youth Ambassador Award (Central Ohio USBC) is a one-time $500 award deposited into the winning youth bowler's SMART account, recognizing leadership, dedication, and sportsmanship. | |
| CISE Catholic High School Scholarship Cise · Foundation Not published · $4K CISE (Catholic Inner-city Schools Education fund, Cincinnati) awards high school scholarships of $4,000 per year, renewable for four years, to graduates of CISE elementary schools so they can continue a values-based Catholic education at… | |
| Lakeland Mini-Grants (Community Foundation of Lorain County) Community Foundation of Lorain County · Foundation Not published · $500 'This program offers grants of $500 to non-profit organizations serving Lorain County' (all NTEE codes). The Foundation describes it as a 'Monthly Rolling Mini-Grant Cycle'. | |
| Creative Impact Fund Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Assembly for the Arts (Cleveland/Cuyahoga County) operates the Creative Impact Fund, a grant program for the arts and culture sector, with published 2023, 2024, and 2025 awardee cohorts. | |
| Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation Scholarships Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation (CRCF) administers numerous named scholarship funds for graduating high school seniors in Ross County, Ohio (and neighboring Pike and Pickaway counties). | |
| ArtsWave Sustaining Impact Grant Program Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies ArtsWave's Sustaining Impact Grant Program provides operating/sustaining support to arts and culture organizations in the Greater Cincinnati region, with application guidelines organized by category (Category A and Categories B-E, plus… | |
| Akron Community Foundation Capital Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Capital grants awarded every two years for building renovations and equipment improvements that strengthen the missions of local Summit County nonprofits. | |
| Akron Community Foundation Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Quarterly competitive grants to qualified nonprofits serving Summit County, Ohio across four areas: Arts & Culture, Civic Affairs, Health & Human Services, and Education. | |
| Butler Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Scholarships Butler Rural Electric Coop Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K Butler Rural Electric Cooperative (Oxford, OH) offers several scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are children of cooperative members, including the Michael L. Sims Scholarship ($2,500/year for up to 4 years, plus a chance… | |
| Downtown Facade Enhancement Program (Bowling Green) Bowling Green Community Development Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $20K City of Bowling Green (OH) reimbursement grant providing 50% matching funds up to $20,000 for eligible exterior facade improvements to commercial or mixed-use buildings in the Downtown Special Improvement District (awnings, masonry… | |
| Schindler Assistance Fund (Community West Foundation) Community West Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $3K 'Separately from our quarterly grants, Community West Foundation supports families by offering community meals, food pantries, clothing and more. | |
| Bergholz Community Foundation Grant Bergholz Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Bergholz Community Foundation (Bergholz, OH) offers a 'Bergholz Community Foundation Grant' via an online (and downloadable) application on its Scholarships & Grants page. | |
| Steele and Terry Theis Scholarship Program Central Ohio - Usbc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steele and Terry Theis Scholarship Program (Central Ohio USBC, a bowling association) awards annual scholarships to youth bowlers in the Central Ohio USBC. | |
| CDBG Elderly Home Repair Grant (Bowling Green) Bowling Green Community Development Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $20K City of Bowling Green (OH) CDBG-funded grant to repair or replace substandard systems (roofing, plumbing, heating, electrical) for very-low-, low-, and moderate-income households age 62+ whose property is within Bowling Green city limits. | |
| Dr. James K.C. Juan Scholarship Asian Services in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Asian Services In Action (ASIA, Inc., Ohio) administers the Dr. James K.C. Juan Scholarship, funded by an endowment, open to students in any field or major; ASIA's current site navigation prompts 'Apply now for Scholarships through ASIA.' | |
| CPPS Heritage Mission Fund Mini-Grant CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K 'Type Five: Mini-grant is for organizations that have already received a grant within the past year and find themselves in need of funds not in excess of $5000 for unanticipated costs. | |
| Akron Bar Foundation Grant Akron Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits to fund law-related programs or projects that serve the communities of Summit County, Ohio. Community collaboration strongly encouraged. |
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About grants in Ohio
Ohio's grant landscape includes strong state programs through the Ohio Development Services Agency, Arts Council, and Department of Education, plus a deep base of community foundations. The Cleveland Foundation (the nation's oldest community foundation), Columbus Foundation, and Greater Cincinnati Foundation are among the largest community foundations in the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What state grants does Ohio offer?
Key Ohio agencies include the Development Services Agency, Ohio Arts Council, Department of Education, Department of Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The Ohio Housing Finance Agency funds housing programs. JobsOhio provides economic development grants and incentives.
What community foundations serve Ohio?
Ohio is a national leader in community foundations. The Cleveland Foundation, Columbus Foundation, Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Akron Community Foundation, and Dayton Foundation are major regional funders. The Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies coordinates anti-poverty programs statewide.
Are there grants for Ohio nonprofits?
Yes. State agencies distribute significant federal pass-through funding. The Ohio Arts Council provides operating and project grants. Ohio community foundations collectively award hundreds of millions annually. The Ohio CDC Association supports community development corporations. The Sisters of Charity Foundation and other faith-based funders are also active.
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