School Facilities Commission · Closed State
Appalachian Community Innovation Centers Program The State of Ohio was awarded $85 million under the Capital Projects Fund for the Appalachian Community Innovation Centers program to supplement $500…
Ohio Grants
Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 40 active grants available to Ohio applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.
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.
40 grants in Ohio
State
Updated daily
What grants are open in Ohio right now?
Office of Budget and Management — Ohio Grants Partnership · Closed State
ARPA Adult Day Impacted Industry Program Pursuant to Sections 280.10 and 280.12 of Amended Substitute House Bill 45 (H.B. 45) of the 134th General Assembly, as amended by Section 610.30 of Amended…
Office of Budget and Management — Ohio Grants Partnership · Closed State
ARPA Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Workforce Support Program As prescribed by Section 280.20 of H.B. 45 (134th General Assembly), funds are provided for direct care staff compensation,…
Up to $5,000
Ohio Arts Council · Closed State
ArtSTART General Project Support for Organizations The ArtSTART program provides flexible, accessible funding to help organizations complete short-term projects addressing a wide variety of goals and…
Up to $100,000
Department of Job and Family Services — Office of Family Assistance · Closed State
Benefits Bridge Employer Pilot Program UPDATE: The application deadline for this funding opportunity, initially set for June 30, 2025, has been revised to June 30, 2026. Please note that this…
Department of Development · Closed State
Brownfield Remediation Program (FY24/25) The Brownfield Remediation Program provides grants for the cleanup of brownfield sites, to assist in the remediation of hazardous substances or petroleum at…
Department of Children and Youth · Closed State
Community and Faith-Based Infant and Maternal Health Support Services UPDATED: 9/9/2025 The purpose of this RFGA is to solicit Applications for the Community and Faith-Based Infant and Maternal…
Ohio AG Crime Victims · Rolling / Open State
Reimburses qualifying victims of crime for out-of-pocket expenses lost as a direct result of victimization. Provides financial assistance to crime victims.
Office of the Governor · Closed State
CyberOhio Local Government Grant Program CyberOhio is pleased to announce that applications for Round Two of the CyberOhio Local Government Grant Program are now open. Two grants are available: The…
Up to $2,300,000
Department of Children and Youth · Closed State
Family Connects Ohio The purpose of this Request For Grant Applications (RFGA) is to solicit applications to implement Universal Newborn Nurse Home Visits using the Family Connects International…
Public Works Commission · Closed State
FY2026 Clean Ohio Fund Green Space Conservation Program The purpose of this program is to support environmental conservation efforts, including acquisition of green space and the protection and…
Attorney General · Closed State
FY24 Ohio Attorney General’s School/Law Enforcement Technology Linking Safety Grant The Ohio Attorney General’s Office Technology Linking grant is for crisis-response or prevention technology…
Department of Transportation — Research and Development · Closed State
FY26 Ohio Workforce Mobility Partnership (OWMP) Program The purpose of this program is to support transit-related projects in rural and urban areas that will directly or indirectly increase the ease…
Department of Transportation — Research and Development · Closed State
Grade Crossing Elimination Program The Ohio Grade Crossing Elimination Program provides $100 million to assist Ohio communities in competing for grade crossing elimination grant funding from the…
Varies
Department of Developmental Disabilities · Closed State
ICF Assistive Technology Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals (QIDPs) who support people living in Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) now have access to the DODD Rapid Response System,…
Department of Children and Youth · Closed State
June is Fatherhood Month 2025 The Department of Children and Youth (“DCY”) is issuing this RFGA for June is Responsible Fatherhood Month. In recognition of the importance of involved, committed, and…
$3,000 - $3,000
Department of Job and Family Services — Office of Family Assistance · Closed State
June is Responsible Fatherhood Month 2024 In recognition of the importance of involved, committed, and supportive fathers, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) on behalf of the Ohio…
Up to $68,819
Department of Children and Youth · Closed State
Maternal Health Community Program RFGA There has been an update to the amount per year for this opportunity. The Maternal Health Community Program, led by DCY, supports community-based,…
Varies
Department of Natural Resources — Office of Real Estate · Closed State
Nature Works Grant Project NatureWorks projects are funded through the Ohio Parks and Natural Resources Bond Issue which was approved by Ohio voters in November 1993. The NatureWorks grant program…
Office of Budget and Management — Ohio Grants Partnership · Closed State
Ohio Ambulance Transportation Program As prescribed by Section 280.10 of H.B. 45 (134th General Assembly), OBM shall administer grants to any public, not-for-profit, or private ground ambulance…
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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