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Fiscal Year 2026 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program - Region 5
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

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.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Honda Corporate Funding - Community Event Sponsorships
$25,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private
Rolling

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Connecting Communities Grant
$1,000,000
Ohio Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD)
Local

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.

Recreation
City or township governments
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

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.

Community Development
Special district governments
Clean Ohio Fund Green Space Conservation Program
$37,500,000
Ohio Public Works Commission
State
Rolling

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.

Environment
City or township governments
NatureWorks Grant
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

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.

Recreation
City or township governments
Targeted Brownfield Assessment Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

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.

Environment
City or township governments
Ohio Energy Efficiency Program (OEEP) – Implementation Funds
$200,000
Ohio Department of Development
State
Rolling

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.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
F26AS00062: Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act FY 2026
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

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.

Natural Resources
State governments
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Ending the HIV Epidemic/HRSA
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Health (ODH)
State

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.

Health
Nonprofits
State Disaster Relief Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Public Safety
State

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.

Safety
City or township governments
2024 Innovation Grant
$16,000
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO)
Private

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Regional Prevention and Linkages to Care Collaborative (RL25) Southeast Region Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Health (ODH)
State

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
$1,500,000
USDA-NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

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.

Agriculture
State governments
RecoveryOhio Law Enforcement Fund
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Public Safety
State

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.

Law Justice and Legal Services
County governments
Grade Crossing Elimination Program
$100,000,000
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)
State

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.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
H2Ohio Conservation Ditch Program
$11,700,000
Ohio Department of Agriculture
State

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.

Agriculture
County governments
Small County Volunteer Fire Department Grant
$50,000
Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM)
State

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.

Safety
City or township governments
FY24 Step Outside Grant
$500
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife
State

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.

Recreation
Nonprofits