Ohio Transportation Grants

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.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide essential services and community assistance to enhance the resilience and well-being of U.S. veterans transitioning to civilian life.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

This program provides funding to eligible Ohio townships for purchasing safety signage materials to enhance traffic safety and reduce roadway crashes on their roads.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Ohio to implement projects aimed at reducing traffic-related fatalities through enforcement, education, and public awareness initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Ohio counties with high rates of alcohol-related fatal crashes to establish task forces focused on reducing impaired driving through enforcement and public education initiatives.

This program provides funding to Ohio communities for projects that eliminate at-grade railroad crossings, improving safety and reducing traffic disruptions.

The Mansfield City Schools Fine Arts Fund, administered by the Richland County Foundation, provides grants to enhance arts and visual cultural integrated education in Mansfield City Schools. The fund supports classroom experiences that connect students with local and regional arts resources. Grants may support structured field experiences at local cultural institutions, as well as participation in regional, state, or national art integration programs. Applicants should outline measurable goals and educational outcomes and coordinate details such as budgets, scheduling, and transportation with partner organizations prior to applying. The annual grant budget generally ranges from 1,500 to 3,000 dollars. Eligibility is limited to teachers employed by Mansfield City Schools. Applicants must identify the appropriate approver for funding requests and ensure projects align with educational objectives. The fund does not support storage containers and rugs, substitute teacher costs, seating and furniture, or physical technology items such as cameras or tablets. Applications are due May 1, 2024. Grant duration is not stated. Additional information is available from the Richland County Foundation.

The Delaware County Foundation's Community Grant Program aims to bolster numerous non-profit organizations dedicated to community improvement within Delaware County, Ohio. This program aligns with the foundation's mission to support initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and government entities with projects that directly benefit Delaware County residents. The foundation strategically partners with organizations that demonstrate a commitment to addressing critical community needs, operating under a theory of change that by investing in key focus areas, they can foster a healthier, more vibrant, and prosperous community. The grant program targets a broad spectrum of beneficiaries, including animals through welfare initiatives; individuals enriched by arts and cultural activities; low-income residents combating food insecurity, seeking affordable housing, or facing barriers to transportation, childcare, and education; students of all ages through innovative educational programs; and the broader workforce through economic opportunity initiatives. The impact goals are comprehensive, aiming to promote proper animal care, enrich lives through arts, combat basic needs deficiencies, provide quality education, build prosperity, create jobs, and foster a healthier and more sustainable environment. The foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly delineated across six key areas: Animal Welfare, Arts & Culture, Basic Needs, Education, Economic Opportunity, and Environment. Within these broader categories, preference is given to programs specifically addressing recovery, housing, mental health, basic needs (such as food insecurity and utilities), ESL, and workforce development. This targeted approach ensures that funding is directed towards areas identified as having the most pressing needs and potential for significant positive change within the community. Expected outcomes include improved animal well-being, increased participation in cultural activities, reduced food insecurity, enhanced access to affordable housing, removal of transportation and childcare barriers, improved educational outcomes, greater economic prosperity, and tangible improvements in environmental health. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the qualitative descriptions of impact, the grant duration of one year suggests that projects are expected to achieve their objectives within this timeframe, allowing for regular assessment of progress and impact by the foundation. Grants are expected to range from $2,500 to $20,000, providing crucial support to qualifying organizations.

This grant provides financial assistance for transportation to local baseball and hockey games for accredited schools and nonprofit organizations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan that demonstrate a need.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that develop innovative resources and services to help adults in the middle or late stages of their careers with reskilling, upskilling, and career navigation, particularly those who are unemployed or underemployed.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Ohio law enforcement agencies for enhanced traffic enforcement efforts aimed at reducing fatalities during key summer holiday periods.

This grant provides funding to law enforcement agencies in Ohio to conduct targeted traffic safety enforcement aimed at reducing fatalities from impaired driving, speeding, and lack of seatbelt use.

This program provides financial assistance to schools and educational institutions in Ohio to improve safety features on school buses, ensuring safer transportation for students.

This grant provides financial assistance for driver training scholarships to low-income teens in Ohio, helping them obtain their driver's licenses and improve their safety on the roads.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and organizations in Ohio for projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle safety, accessibility, and convenience, with a focus on initiatives that can start construction before July 2026.

Working with Railroads comprise funding and project efforts that engage the Commision and staff in the business and support of an effective rail service as the key connection for Ohio companies to their suppliers and markets worldwide, Rail is often a requirement for business attraction and retention efforts. The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) promotes economic opportunities while supporting safety and quality of life concerns across Ohio's extensive rail infrastructure. At 5,187 miles, Ohio's network of active rail lines is the fourth most extensive in the nation. The high mileage of rail lines in Ohio reflects the close integration of rail with Ohio's economy. Ohio's businesses are committed to using Ohio's rail network. Ohio's largest railroads, CSX and Norfolk Southern, publish Public Projects Manuals to assist public entities in interacting with their organizations. Regional and short-line railroads often publish information on their websites to identify appropriate processes and contacts. If needed, ORDC is happy to assist Ohio communities with identifying the correct railroad contacts. The ORDC assists with railroad-roadway coordination by providing technical assistance to ODOT District project managers and area engineers, local municipalities, contractors, and others regarding railroad issues and requirements for public projects.

This grant provides funding to Ohio communities for traffic safety initiatives aimed at reducing fatal crashes, targeting local governments, law enforcement, health departments, and nonprofit organizations.

This funding opportunity supports various mentoring and intervention programs aimed at reducing violence and fostering positive relationships among youth and families in the community.

The 501vc® Investment Fund is seeking to invest $200,000 to $300,000 in early-stage climate tech startups in the Greater Midwest region, focusing on sectors like advanced materials, renewable energy, and agriculture technologies.