Ohio Local Grants

The City of Columbus is offering the New American Civic Integration Seed Fund, a new initiative under its New American Program. This grant program aims to increase funding access for organizations serving New Americans, fostering community building, youth engagement, and strengthening their capacity to effectively serve new arrivals. The program aligns with the city's mission to support and assist the unique and emerging needs of the growing immigrant and refugee community in Columbus, providing supportive services that meet their cultural and linguistic requirements. Funding is provided through the City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods' New American Program. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are New Americans, immigrants, and refugees residing in the city of Columbus. The program's impact goals include creating access to funding, fostering community building, promoting youth engagement, and strengthening organizations to better serve newly arrived residents. It also seeks to support and assist with the unique and emerging needs of this community and provide culturally and linguistically appropriate supportive services. The grant prioritizes new and existing projects or programs, as well as services that support integration, civic participation, and the pursuit of the citizenship process. Special interest is given to newer organizations focusing on communities not fully represented and in urgent need of community programming. Key focuses include capacity building, civic integration, youth and civic engagement, and emergency situations. Expected outcomes include enhanced capacity of New American serving organizations, increased civic participation among new arrivals, and improved integration into the Columbus community. Measurable results could include the number of organizations supported, the number of New Americans served, the types of programs implemented, and progress in civic engagement and citizenship processes. Applicants can request up to $10,000.00. The City of Columbus's strategic priorities for this fund revolve around fostering an inclusive environment for its diverse population. The theory of change suggests that by providing targeted financial support to organizations that directly serve New Americans, the city can facilitate greater integration, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being for this demographic. This, in turn, contributes to a more vibrant and equitable community for all Columbus residents. Eligibility criteria stipulate that applying organizations must have 501(c)(3) status, serve New Americans, immigrants, and refugees, and primarily serve city of Columbus residents.

City of Kettering’s Demolition Grant Program in Ohio offers financial assistance to commercial and residential property owners for the demolition of structures and clearance of sites to support redevelopment, economic development, removal of non-conforming structures, and elimination of blight. The program aims to remove blighting influences and their impact on adjacent properties, promote property maintenance responsibility, encourage sustainable property reuse, and ensure compliance with the city's Zoning Code.

The King County Flood Control District is offering Flood Reduction Grants to address flood risks and enhance community resilience within King County, Washington. This program aligns with the District's mission to protect residents and infrastructure from flooding, demonstrating a commitment to proactive environmental management and public safety. The grants are designed to support a variety of projects that contribute to flood reduction and related environmental benefits. The target beneficiaries for these grants include a broad spectrum of entities such as non-profit organizations, special purpose districts, Tribes, cities and towns within King County, and King County agencies. Homeowner associations and schools are also eligible for the "Original Flood Reduction Grant" category. The impact goal is to significantly reduce potential or existing flood risks to property and public infrastructure, while also promoting ecological improvements such as fish passage restoration and shoreline stabilization. The program prioritizes projects across four distinct categories: Original Flood Reduction, Urban Streams, Coastal Erosion/Coastal Flooding, and Culvert Replacement/Fish Passage. Each category has specific focuses, from general flood reduction projects and stormwater retrofits in the Original Flood Reduction category, to green infrastructure and stream restoration in Urban Streams. Coastal Erosion/Coastal Flooding projects emphasize increasing resiliency to sea level rise and restoring shorelines without increasing hard armored shorelines. Culvert Replacement/Fish Passage projects focus on restoring fish passage while also demonstrating flood risk reduction. Expected outcomes include tangible reductions in flood frequency and severity, improved water quality, enhanced habitat for fish and wildlife, and increased community resilience to climate change impacts, particularly sea level rise. Measurable results will be tied to the successful implementation of projects, such as the number of culverts replaced, acres of shoreline restored, or properties protected from flooding. The District's strategic priority is to invest in solutions that offer both immediate flood protection and long-term environmental sustainability, reflecting a theory of change that integrates ecological restoration with hazard mitigation to create more resilient communities. The total amount available for 2024 is at least $12 million, with matching funds encouraged but not required, demonstrating a robust commitment to these outcomes over a grant duration of three years.

This grant provides funding to municipalities, schools, nonprofits, and local agencies in Cuyahoga County to support projects that reduce waste, promote recycling and composting, and address illegal dumping.

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Upper Arlington for projects that promote diversity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging among residents, particularly those from non-majority backgrounds.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Miami County, Ohio, to support programs focused on preventing and treating opioid addiction and related mental health issues.

This funding opportunity supports events and projects that boost tourism in Union County, Ohio, targeting both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, as well as municipalities, to enhance the area's appeal and economic impact.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Lorain to develop community services in areas such as health, mental health, youth and senior support, homelessness, and food accessibility.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit initiatives in Franklin County that promote social equity and economic mobility for marginalized populations through community-wide programs and education on inclusivity.

This program provides financial assistance to homeowners in Maple Heights for essential exterior repairs and improvements to enhance their properties and support neighborhood revitalization.

This grant provides funding to educators in Miami County, Ohio, for environmental education programs focused on solid waste issues, including recycling and waste reduction activities.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

This program provides financial support to local nonprofit and community organizations in Fayette County to enhance tourism and recreational activities, attracting visitors and boosting the local economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Akron focused on revitalizing underserved neighborhoods through projects that improve housing, infrastructure, and public services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Cuyahoga County to support initiatives that promote job creation, economic growth, and equitable access to opportunities in the maritime industry.

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.