Priority Needs Fund

The Troy Foundation is a local philanthropic organization that has supported the Troy, Ohio, community through grants and charitable giving for over a century. The Foundation operates a variety of funds and initiatives tailored to address both general and specific needs across Troy and surrounding areas. In 2021, its Governing Board allocated $260,000 to establish the Priority Needs Fund, which aims to directly address the most pressing issues facing the Troy community. Following an independent Community Needs Assessment conducted in 2020 by Measurement Resources Company, the fund focuses on four key priorities: transportation, childcare, housing, and mental health care. To further reinforce this initiative, an additional $385,189 was added to the fund in December 2022, bringing total allocations to over $645,000. To date, the Distribution Committee has awarded over $330,000 to qualifying programs that align with the community’s identified needs. These grants are designed to support organizations implementing impactful projects within the defined scope. Applicants must ensure their proposals fall under one of the four priority areas identified to qualify. The Priority Needs Grant follows the same deadlines and notification processes as the Foundation's General Fund grants. Applications can be submitted on a quarterly basis, with deadlines set for February 18, May 15, August 15, and November 17. All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the designated dates. The Foundation notifies applicants in writing within 10 days of the review meeting. Approved grantees must submit a Grant Acceptance Form prior to fund disbursement and a Final Report Narrative within ninety days of receiving the grant or upon project completion. Applicants who are uncertain about their project's alignment with the Priority Needs Fund should contact the Foundation’s Grants Manager for guidance. The Foundation emphasizes the importance of adherence to its funding categories and guidelines, which are outlined in the Priority Needs Fund Grant Information and Guidelines document. This document includes key information on application requirements and eligible project scopes. The grant is not rolling but is offered on a recurring quarterly basis. It is open to entities capable of addressing needs in the Troy, Ohio area. The grant is not available nationally and is specific to the Troy community. Applications and forms are accessible via the Foundation’s website. All inquiries should be directed to Lucas Keller, Grants Manager, who can be reached at (937) 339-8935 or via email at lkeller@thetroyfoundation.org.