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Ohio grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

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Association of Ohio Commodores Foundation Fund
Contact for amount
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity supports established workforce development programs in Ohio that provide effective training for individuals to gain skills for in-demand jobs and improve their career prospects.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Clinton County Foundation LEGACY Fund Grants
$298,000
Clinton County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Clinton County that are working on projects to improve the health, welfare, and safety of the local community.

Health
Nonprofits
ArtsWave Catalyzing Impact Grant
$10,000
ArtsWave
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Cincinnati-Middletown area to develop arts and cultural projects that promote community engagement, diversity, and educational enhancement.

Arts
Nonprofits
Hazardous Materials Training and Planning Grant
Contact for amount
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This program provides financial support to Ohio local governments for training and planning to improve emergency response capabilities for hazardous materials incidents.

Safety
City or township governments
Region 5 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants
$500,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, Tribal, and local governments in the Midwest to develop and enhance programs for protecting and restoring wetlands through innovative research and community engagement.

Environment
State governments
Ohio Financial Literacy Education Grant Program
$50,000
Ohio Department of Commerce (Division of Financial Institutions)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations and individuals in Ohio to develop and implement innovative financial education initiatives that improve the financial literacy and well-being of residents across various age groups.

Education
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Duke Energy Foundation’s Workforce Development Grant
$15,000
Duke Energy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Ohio and Kentucky that provide training and educational programs to prepare individuals for careers in the energy sector.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Community Action Grants Program
$20,000
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public institutions in an 11-county region to support community-driven projects that enhance quality of life in areas such as arts, education, health, and economic development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts Partnership Grant
$25,000
Ohio Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This program provides funding for arts education projects that engage learners and communities through innovative initiatives, supporting nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in enhancing arts learning experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
Child Advocacy Center Start-Up Funding
$5,000
Ohio Department of Children and Youth
State

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2025

Date Added

Oct 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Ohio looking to establish new Child Advocacy Centers that focus on preventing child abuse and neglect through collaborative, child-friendly services.

Health
Nonprofits
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Invasive and Noxious Plant Management- Bureau wide
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

Natural Resources
State governments
Trauma-Informed Care Regional Collaborative Sustainability
$20,000
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
State

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2025

Date Added

Aug 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Ohio to enhance and sustain trauma-informed care initiatives across six designated regions.

Health
Nonprofits
Ohio Student Eye Exam (OhioSEE) Program
$4,250,000
Ohio Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Oct 3, 2025

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to help organizations provide essential eye exams and glasses to kindergarten through third-grade students in Ohio who face barriers to accessing vision care, ensuring they receive timely support for their educational success.

Health
Nonprofits
2024 Innovation Grant
$16,000
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 2, 2024

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

The 2024 Environmental Stewardship Pillar - Innovation Grant aims to support innovative projects that address environmental challenges in Appalachian Ohio. The grant focuses on enhancing community engagement across energy, economics, environment, and health sectors, promoting the circular economy, and expanding local organizations' capacity to access larger funding pools. Projects should involve schools, nonprofits, businesses, and other community groups in sustainable initiatives that drive forward-thinking solutions for cleaner air, water, green energy adoption, and diesel emission reduction. At least $16,000 is available for awards. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, as well as individuals or groups working with a fiscal sponsor. Applications must be submitted online by August 2, 2024, and additional required documents must be emailed to [email protected] by the same deadline. Grant decisions will be announced no later than September 30, 2024. For inquiries, applicants may contact Kelly Morman at [email protected] or call 740-753-1111.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sickle Cell Statewide Family Support Initiative (SS26)
$24,000
Ohio Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Jan 27, 2025

Date Added

Jan 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Ohio that assist families affected by sickle cell disease through education, outreach, and resource development.

Health
Nonprofits
Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
$1,500,000
USDA-NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 3, 2024

Date Added

May 30, 2024

Notice of Funding Opportunity SummaryThe Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is directing resources toward climate-smart agriculture and forestry (CSAF) conservation practices, including those for energy efficiency. NRCS is providing funding for a partnership to provide technical assistance to NRCS and producers on energy practices. Information related to NRCS CSAF practices can be found at the following web address: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/NRCS-CSAF-Mitigation-Activities-List.pdf.A total of up to $1,500,000 is available in fiscal year 2024. All agreements will be five years in duration. Additional funds may be added to agreement in later years as funds become available. Total funding is dependent on the Federal Budget and technical workload in Ohio. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov.Key DatesApplicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 3, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or [email protected]. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. The agency anticipates making selections by July 18, 2024, and expects to execute awards by August 1, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Agriculture
State governments
The High-THC Cannabis Impact Research Study grant
$300,000
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 21, 2025

Date Added

Oct 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for Ohio-based public universities, nonprofit organizations, and government entities to conduct a two-year research study on the health impacts and benefits of high-THC cannabis and hemp-derived products.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Ohio Governor’s Expedited Pardon Project (OGEPP) Proposal for FY 2026 for Law Schools or Legal Advocacy Organizations
$175,000
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 20, 2025

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to law schools and legal advocacy organizations in Ohio to help individuals with exceptional rehabilitation stories navigate the expedited pardon process and secure clemency.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Appalachian Regional Energy Hub Initiative
$5,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2024

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Energy Hub Initiative aims to strengthen regional economies by investing in energy resilience through research and planning grants, and implementation grants. The initiative focuses on establishing a regional energy hub for natural gas and natural gas liquids, including hydrogen production. Eligible applicants include local development districts, Indian Tribes, states, counties, cities, and higher education institutions, among others. The total funding available is $5 million, with a grant proposal due by July 24, 2024.

Energy
Nonprofits