One Time Strategic Community Investments Grant Program

The One Time Strategic Community Investments Grant Program is a funding opportunity administered by the Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) through the Ohio Grants Partnership. It is established as a result of House Bill 2, which was signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine on June 28, 2024. The grant is part of a broader effort to make targeted investments in community projects that were specifically authorized by the Ohio legislature. The initiative aligns with Ohio's commitment to supporting infrastructure, economic development, and quality-of-life enhancements across its communities. This program is a one-time allocation and does not recur annually. Its legal and budgetary foundation is detailed in Section 200.30 of House Bill 2. Projects and funding levels are explicitly named in the legislation, and only those listed are eligible to apply. Therefore, eligibility is limited to organizations associated with named projects that were awarded funding through this legislative mechanism. The opportunity is not open to the general public or to organizations not included in the bill. To access funds, eligible entities must complete a formal request through the designated OBM process and submit a signed grant agreement with their application. The required documentation includes a grant agreement and, where applicable, interim and final reporting templates. These include a Grant Program Guidance and FAQ, an Interim Report Template (used only if an extension is requested), and a Final Report Template accompanied by a Job Aid to assist with completion. All submitted documents must be in PDF, Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint formats. The application window opens on July 26, 2024, and closes on December 31, 2025. Projects are to be implemented between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2026. The fund is not structured on a rolling basis, and no match funding is required. This simplifies access for qualifying recipients who only need to ensure compliance with the listed documentation and deadlines. There is no Assistance Listing Number or CFDA assigned to this opportunity, reflecting its unique one-time structure tied to specific state legislation rather than a recurring federal or competitive grant process. Evaluation for this grant program is not competitive; instead, it functions as a disbursement of already-legislated funds to designated recipients. As such, the emphasis is placed on proper documentation and reporting, ensuring transparency and compliance with legislative intent. The opportunity provides a structured yet streamlined process for named awardees to secure funding and implement their strategic community investment initiatives. Interested applicants should direct inquiries to the Ohio Grants Partnership at the OBM via Grants@obm.ohio.gov. More details about the legislative basis of the program can be found at https://www.lsc.ohio.gov/budget/135/capital-appropriations-and-reappropriations. Physical correspondence may be directed to the OBM office at 30 E. Broad Street, 34th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215.