Queen City Charities provides grant funding to support organizations that serve the Greater Cincinnati LGBTQ+ community through direct programming, projects, or initiatives. This organization values simplicity, transparency, and local impact, and it seeks to fund meaningful work without requiring applicants to have extensive experience with grant writing or nonprofit infrastructure. Its mission emphasizes accessible support for those committed to positive community change.
Eligibility for this grant requires applicants to be located within the Greater Cincinnati Area and recognized by the IRS as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3). Projects must clearly benefit the local LGBTQ+ community. While there is no stated limit on the amount that can be requested, Queen City Charities may provide partial funding based on the review committee's assessment of needs and resources.
Applicants must submit their grant applications through an online platform, ensuring all fields are completed and required supporting documentation is uploaded. Required documents include at least two years of financial statements. Newer organizations must submit any available financial data along with projections for two future years.
All applications must be submitted by July 1, 2025. Late submissions may not be considered. Following submission, a grant review committee will evaluate the applications. This process may involve requests for further documentation or applicant interviews. Decisions will be communicated to applicants by September 15, 2025.
Awardees will be required to enter into a formal grant agreement detailing usage, reporting obligations, and terms of disbursement. Funds will be disbursed on or around October 1, 2025. Queen City Charities reserves the right to withhold or reclaim funds if the terms of the grant are not met.
For questions or clarifications, applicants may contact Queen City Charities via email at grants@queencitycharities.com.
