Ohio grants for Special district governments
Explore 95 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Aug 17, 2026
Date Added
Jul 1, 2026
This grant provides funding to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, to improve flood hazard mapping and data, enhancing community resilience and awareness of flood risks.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 3, 2025
This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.
Application Deadline
Sep 1, 2026
Date Added
Jul 7, 2026
This funding initiative provides financial support to Ohio municipalities, counties, townships, park districts, and eligible nonprofits for projects that enhance outdoor recreational infrastructure and access in local communities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 31, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 21, 2025
This program provides funding to local governments, park districts, and nonprofit organizations in Ohio for the acquisition and preservation of open spaces and riparian corridors to protect natural environments and enhance public access.
Application Deadline
Jul 15, 2026
Date Added
Jun 25, 2026
This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Ohio for the acquisition, development, and improvement of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 18, 2025
This program provides free environmental assessments to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities in Ohio to help transform underused or contaminated properties into valuable community assets.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jun 22, 2026
This program provides funding to various entities in Ohio, including businesses, nonprofits, and local governments, to implement energy efficiency upgrades in existing buildings, helping to reduce energy consumption and operational costs.
Application Deadline
Aug 3, 2026
Date Added
Jun 2, 2026
This grant provides financial support to various organizations and governments for projects that restore and protect fish and wildlife habitats in the Great Lakes Basin.
Application Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Date Added
May 5, 2025
This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 13, 2025
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.
Application Deadline
May 21, 2026
Date Added
May 22, 2025
This program provides financial and technical assistance to Ohio's local governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals affected by disasters to support recovery and restoration efforts.
Application Deadline
Aug 2, 2024
Date Added
Jul 2, 2024
The 2024 Environmental Stewardship Pillar - Innovation Grant aims to support innovative projects that address environmental challenges in Appalachian Ohio. The grant focuses on enhancing community engagement across energy, economics, environment, and health sectors, promoting the circular economy, and expanding local organizations' capacity to access larger funding pools. Projects should involve schools, nonprofits, businesses, and other community groups in sustainable initiatives that drive forward-thinking solutions for cleaner air, water, green energy adoption, and diesel emission reduction. At least $16,000 is available for awards. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, as well as individuals or groups working with a fiscal sponsor. Applications must be submitted online by August 2, 2024, and additional required documents must be emailed to info@ffao.org by the same deadline. Grant decisions will be announced no later than September 30, 2024. For inquiries, applicants may contact Kelly Morman at kmorman@ffao.org or call 740-753-1111.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 13, 2025
This initiative provides funding to local public health agencies in specific regions of Ohio to improve prevention efforts and connect individuals with substance use disorders to necessary care and support services.
Application Deadline
Jul 3, 2024
Date Added
May 30, 2024
Notice of Funding Opportunity SummaryThe Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is directing resources toward climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) conservation practices, including those for energy efficiency. NRCS is providing funding for a partnership to provide technical assistance to NRCS and producers on energy practices. Information related to NRCS CSAF practices can be found at the following web address: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/NRCS-CSAF-Mitigation-Activities-List.pdf.A total of up to $1,500,000 is available in fiscal year 2024. All agreements will be five years in duration. Additional funds may be added to agreement in later years as funds become available. Total funding is dependent on the Federal Budget and technical workload in Ohio. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.Key DatesApplicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 3, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. The agency anticipates making selections by July 18, 2024, and expects to execute awards by August 1, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Application Deadline
Oct 9, 2025
Date Added
Sep 9, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial resources to local law enforcement agencies involved in drug task forces to enhance their collaboration with treatment and education providers in addressing the drug epidemic and promoting recovery strategies.
Application Deadline
Sep 1, 2025
Date Added
Mar 14, 2025
This program provides funding to Ohio communities for projects that eliminate at-grade railroad crossings, improving safety and reducing traffic disruptions.
Application Deadline
Jun 1, 2026
Date Added
Aug 2, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to Ohio County Engineer offices and Soil and Water Conservation Districts for constructing conservation ditches to improve water quality and manage nutrient runoff.
Application Deadline
Jan 10, 2026
Date Added
Dec 29, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and volunteer fire departments in Ohio's less populated counties to enhance their firefighting capabilities and safety equipment.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Date Added
Apr 17, 2024
The Ohio Division of Wildlife's "STEP OUTSIDE" grant program is designed to support local government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other family and youth-oriented facilities in promoting outdoor skills such as fishing, hunting, trapping, archery, and shooting sports. This grant aims to fund activities that are unaffordable for the sponsoring agency or organization and is not intended to support existing programs or provide ongoing funding for new programs or activities. Eligible applicants include city, county, and community park and recreation agencies, local and state conservation clubs, and youth-oriented groups such as scouts, 4-H, YMCA/YWCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, etc. The program emphasizes that private individuals are not eligible. The application period is ongoing throughout the fiscal year, with applications required to be submitted at least 60 days in advance of the event.

