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Ohio Community Development Grants

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NFWF Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations working to restore and sustain forests and freshwater habitats in Central Appalachia, benefiting native wildlife and engaging local communities in conservation efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
ArtsRISE Grant
$5,000
Ohio Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Aug 30, 2026

Date Added

Jan 10, 2025

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.

Arts
Nonprofits
Community Development Block Grant Program
$162,638
City of Mentor Department of Planning and Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Mentor for community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents, address urgent needs, or combat slums and blight.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Connections Grant
$25,000
HealthPath Foundation of Ohio
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Ohio that are working to improve health equity and access to essential resources for underserved populations.

Health
Nonprofits
African American Community Fund Grant
$5,000
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to Black-led and Black-serving organizations in Appalachian Ohio to support community-driven projects that promote equity and empower African American communities across various sectors.

Arts
Nonprofits
Akron City Council Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program
$15,000
Akron City Council
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profits, neighborhood associations, and community-focused organizations in Akron for projects that engage residents and improve local neighborhoods.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Toledo Neighborhoods Foundation Grant
$25,000
Greater Toledo Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Toledo, Ohio, for community-based projects that enhance neighborhood quality of life, focusing on areas like land reuse, safety, and youth engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Small & Major Grants
Contact for amount
Knox County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Knox County, Ohio, to implement impactful projects in areas such as education, health, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Gallia Community Foundation Grant
$5,000
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations in Gallia County, Ohio, to implement projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as arts, education, economic development, environmental stewardship, and health services.

Arts
Nonprofits
Carroll Community Fund Grants
Contact for amount
Stark Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities that serve the community needs of Carroll County, Ohio, focusing on diverse local initiatives that enhance community welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Women’s Fund of The Shelby Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The Shelby Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that create programs aimed at improving the lives of women and girls in the Shelby, Ohio area.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Peoples Bank Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Peoples Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in specific regions to support programs that assist low- to moderate-income individuals and families in areas such as community development, education, health services, arts, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Euclid CDBG Public Service Grant
Contact for amount
City of Euclid Department of Planning and Development (Euclid DPD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipal departments and nonprofit organizations in Euclid to develop or enhance public services that benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
MetroParks Community Grant Program
$5,000
MetroParks of Butler County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Butler County, Ohio, to improve outdoor recreational facilities and increase community access to parks.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Needmor’s Core Grant for Community Organizing
Contact for amount
Needmor Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support to grassroots community organizing groups in the Midwest that focus on empowering low- and moderate-income populations, particularly those historically excluded from civic participation, to drive systemic change and promote social justice.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Parks & Trails Grant
$25,000
Portage Park District
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to villages and townships in Portage County for community projects that improve public parks and trails while preserving natural resources.

Recreation
City or township governments
Ohio Living Lifelong Learning Fund
$1,500
The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

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.

Education
Nonprofits
Bowling Green Community Foundation Grants
$7,500
Bowling Green Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and school educators in Bowling Green, Ohio, for projects that improve community health and vitality, particularly in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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