Ohio grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

The School Safety and Security Grant (SSSG) has been expanded to also help cover the costs of inspections, assessments, maintenance, and improvements to indoor heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems as well as the purchase of other secondary devices to control the spread of airborne contaminants, including viruses, for eligible applicants. This additional funding of $15,000 is available to any qualifying entity under the SSSG program policy and is available specifically for the purchase of HVAC improvements only. An exact list of qualifying expenses can be found here or on page four of the application. This offering is available to employers with no matching amount required. Eligible applicants may apply even if they have exhausted all previously available SSSG funds. Please continue reading below for full eligibility requirements, instructions for completing an application, and steps to receiving grant funds.

This grant provides funding to educators in Miami County, Ohio, for environmental education programs focused on solid waste issues, including recycling and waste reduction activities.

This funding opportunity supports projects in Ohio that aim to challenge systemic racism and promote racial equity within legal and societal institutions.

This program provides funding to nonprofit arts organizations and educational institutions to create inclusive arts activities that engage historically underrepresented communities, including BIPOC individuals, people with disabilities, and older adults.

This grant provides funding to public and nonprofit organizations in Ohio to implement strategies that reduce new HIV infections and improve care for individuals living with HIV in high-burden counties.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide educational programs and initiatives designed to enrich the lives of seniors in Mahoning County, Ohio, promoting lifelong learning and social engagement.

This funding program provides financial support to state agencies, local governments, and universities for residential treatment initiatives aimed at helping incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders reintegrate into their communities.

This grant provides financial support to various organizations and initiatives focused on improving the physical, social, and economic well-being of the Painesville community and its surrounding areas.

This program provides funding to organizations in Ohio to deliver essential medical and support services to individuals living with HIV, ensuring they have access to quality care and resources.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

This grant provides financial support to educational institutions, local governments, and non-profit organizations for projects that promote recycling, composting, and waste reduction in the Ottawa-Sandusky-Seneca District.

This funding opportunity supports local health departments and healthcare providers in Ohio to develop innovative strategies for preventing and managing sexually transmitted infections through community engagement, screening, treatment, and education.

This initiative provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Stark County, Ohio, to create engaging summer programs that promote education, character development, and community enrichment for youth.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Ohio by providing financial assistance for professional development, technical assistance, and other initiatives that enhance their operational capacity and effectiveness.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and North Carolina that are working to improve oral health access and equity, particularly for individuals with disabilities.

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver culturally responsive and trauma-informed services to survivors of sexual assault, particularly in underserved communities in Ohio.

This program provides funding to clinics in Ohio to deliver essential reproductive health services, including family planning and screenings, primarily for low-income individuals and those without insurance.

This funding opportunity provides up to $20,000 to nonprofit organizations in Ohio for projects that make cultural and historical topics accessible to diverse audiences through engaging public humanities initiatives.