Ohio Capacity Building Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and public organizations in Appalachian Ohio to support projects that improve education, community leadership, and essential needs, fostering collaboration and enhancing quality of life in the region.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and churches in Northeast Ohio to support community-focused initiatives and services.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public institutions working to address health and well-being challenges in underserved communities across select counties in West Virginia and Ohio.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Ohio by providing financial assistance for professional development, technical assistance, and other initiatives that enhance their operational capacity and effectiveness.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Franklin County seeking to improve their physical infrastructure through projects like building purchases, equipment investments, or facility upgrades.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Stark, Carroll, Holmes, Tuscarawas, and Wayne Counties, Ohio, to strengthen their infrastructure and enhance their long-term sustainability.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public charities serving Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties in Ohio to support innovative programs that improve the quality of life for local residents.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Ohio that offer professional services to arts and cultural groups statewide, helping to strengthen the arts sector across the state.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Greater Dayton for special projects, program expansions, or capacity building initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Northwest Ohio focused on improving housing stability, food security, and youth education through impactful initiatives.

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.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit fire and emergency service organizations in Butler County, Ohio, particularly those serving the Hanover, Millville, and Reily Townships, for equipment, training, and staffing needs.

The Cleveland Foundation is accepting applications for the second round of grants from the Cleveland Neighborhood Safety Fund (CNSF). This fund aims to enhance the safety of all Clevelanders through community-centered violence intervention and prevention strategies, aligning with the Foundation's mission to establish, manage, and implement the NSF. The CNSF is guided by a nine-person advisory committee, including representatives from Cleveland City Council, Cleveland Administration, community leaders, and community members impacted by violence, ensuring a community-driven approach. The Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks to appropriate up to $1 million to community violence intervention and prevention partners (CVIP) for programs focused on the summer months of June, July, and August 2024, leading into the school year. Target beneficiaries include individuals involved in or at high risk of violence, youth within the justice system, and individuals experiencing violence. The impact goals are to reduce gun violence, divert youth from the justice system, and disrupt the cycle of violence in Cleveland's most affected neighborhoods. Proposals should support organizational capacity building through additional staff, program expansion, and increased outreach. The CNSF prioritizes a data-driven approach to creating safe and healthy neighborhoods, starting with people at the center of serious violence and extending outwards. The fund's strategic priorities include building the capacity of organizations and fostering a network of community providers and system partners. This network relies on skilled workers with a personal understanding of trauma who meet people where they are and form strong relationships. The theory of change involves a mutual commitment from partners of all sizes to engage in a violence prevention ecosystem that honors the interdependency of interventions and organizations to reduce violence. Expected outcomes include a reduction in gun violence through proactive strategies and meaningful relationships, successful diversion of youth from deeper involvement in violence and the juvenile justice system, and a disruption of the cycle of violence through direct interventions. Successful applicants are expected to participate in coordinated efforts with other funded agencies, engage in training and technical assistance for capacity building and fidelity to best practice service models, and participate in evaluation activities to inform continuous improvement and learning within the network. This comprehensive approach aims to achieve measurable results in community safety and well-being.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving residents of Franklin County, Ohio, to enhance community services focused on public improvements, health equity, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan for innovative programs that improve community well-being, focusing on safety, family support, and youth development.

This funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 to nonprofit organizations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan for innovative programs, program expansion, and capacity-building efforts that address community needs.

The grant opportunity is open to organizations of all types across the USA, including nonprofits, startups, researchers, local governments, and small businesses. The grant applications are accepted bi-annually, with a spring cycle running from March 1 to May 1 and a fall cycle running from September 1 to November 1. To apply for the grant, applicants need to create an organizational and user account in the grants portal. The application can be saved as a draft and edited before submission. The grants portal also allows grantees to check the status of their grant, submit electronic grant reports if required, and access application history. All applicants are required to create an account using their email address as the username. They need to provide contact information and their organization's information, including the EIN/Tax ID number. Organizations should consolidate all applications into one user account for easy access to their full history of grants and requests. Applicants can manage their online accounts by editing contact information, beginning the application process, accessing drafts and submitted applications, and completing the reporting process for grant awards. If a grant writer works for multiple organizations, they should contact the Van Wert County Foundation to discuss their options. Before starting the application process, it is recommended to read the Grant FAQs provided on the website. To access the Grant Portal and start the application process, applicants can visit this link: [Grant Portal Link](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=VanwertGrants)

This funding opportunity is designed to help libraries in Ohio create innovative projects that address specific community needs while aligning with the State Library's strategic goals.

This funding opportunity supports agricultural programs, educational initiatives, and community projects in Miami County, Ohio, aimed at strengthening local agricultural and leadership organizations.

The Forecast Public Art’s Midwest Memory Grant, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, is open to non-profit organizations in rural Midwest communities, aiming to elevate and preserve the stories of BIPOC communities through monuments, with a focus on addressing systemic inequities and advancing racial justice.