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Ohio grants for Small businesses

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The Farmer Rancher Grant Program
$30,000
Minnesota University of Minnesota (NCR-SARE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

Agriculture
Individuals
LCDCโ€™s Economic Development Grant
$5,000
Lake County Development Council
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local businesses in Lake County, Ohio, for infrastructure improvements, innovative projects, and employee training, fostering economic growth in the community.

Workforce Development
Small businesses
The U.S. Bank Foundation Cleantech Award
$30,000
Evergreen Climate Innovations
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support and mentorship to early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in the Midwest who are developing innovative solutions to promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Cultural Tourism Grants
$20,000
Visit Canton
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 20, 2026

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Stark County businesses and organizations for marketing campaigns that promote the area as a travel destination, targeting leisure travelers and event planners.

Arts
Nonprofits
Ida Barlow Brilliance Award
$1,000
Marion County Federation of Women's Clubs, Inc.
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This annual microgrant provides $1,000 to women-led small businesses or nonprofits in Marion County, Ohio, to support innovative community initiatives that empower women and enrich the local community.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Enhance Tourism in Logan County
Contact for amount
Logan County Visitors Bureau
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local businesses and organizations in Logan County to develop projects that enhance tourism infrastructure and improve the visitor experience.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
ArtsNow Creative Investment Program
$2,500
ArtsNow
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial support to artists and creatives in Summit County, Ohio, for professional development opportunities that enhance their skills and career growth.

Arts
Small businesses
Legacy Corridor Business Resilience Grant
$5,000
City of Toledo
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local businesses and nonprofits on Broadway Street in Toledo affected by road construction, helping them cover essential operating expenses.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Black History Makers Business Grant Program
$5,000
Citi Trends
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

Business and Commerce
County governments
2024 NGLCC Community Impact Grant Program - Central Region
$25,000
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides financial support to LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, and bars to help them thrive and recover from challenges.

Community Development
Nonprofits
One South Euclidโ€™s Mini-Grants
$500
One South Euclid
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to South Euclid residents and local groups for community projects that enhance neighborhood beautification, organize events, or strengthen community ties.

Community Development
Individuals
2025 Grow Ohio Grant
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (via USDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to schools and child nutrition program sponsors in Ohio to implement farm-to-school initiatives that promote local food sourcing and agricultural education for children.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
gBETA Cincinnati Accelerator for Early-stage Companies
Contact for amount
gener8tor
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This program provides early-stage startups in Cincinnati with free mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities to help them grow and prepare for investment.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Healthy Communities Micro Grant
$15,000
Delaware Public Health District (DPHD)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $15,000 to local organizations in Delaware County for projects that improve access to healthy food and promote physical activity to reduce chronic diseases.

Health
City or township governments
ArtsinStark ArtsImpact Grant 2026
$7,500
ArtsinStark
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative arts projects in Stark County, Ohio, aimed at addressing community challenges and enhancing wellbeing through partnerships between nonprofit organizations and other entities.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
City of South Euclid Storefront Renovation Grants
$50,000
City of South Euclid
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This program provides matching funds to commercial property owners in South Euclid for significant exterior renovations that improve the visual appeal of their buildings.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tourism Development Grant
$1,500
Muskingum County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit, for-profit, and municipal organizations in Muskingum County, Ohio, to promote tourism through marketing and event initiatives that attract visitors and boost local economic development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Main Street Ventures Grant Program
$30,000
Main Street Ventures
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding program provides equity-free grants to local entrepreneurs in the Greater Cincinnati Region, supporting early-stage and revenue-generating businesses in sectors like Retail, Manufacturing, and Tech, with a focus on innovation and community impact.

Business and Commerce
County governments
City of Dayton Resiliency Fund Grant
$10,000
City of Dayton
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2025

This initiative provides financial support to Black and Brown minority-owned small businesses in Dayton, Ohio, facing immediate financial challenges, helping them stabilize and continue operations throughout 2025.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
City of Toledo White Box Planning Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Toledo
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 27, 2025

This program provides funding to property owners in Toledo to convert vacant first-floor commercial spaces into customizable, code-compliant areas that support local business development and revitalization efforts.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses