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Healthy Urban Tree Canopy Grant Program 2025
$900,000
Cuyahoga County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Cuyahoga County for tree planting and maintenance projects to improve urban tree canopies.

Environment
City or township governments
FY2026 Clean Ohio Fund Green Space Conservation Program
$37,500,000
Public Works Commission
State

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2025

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, park districts, and nonprofit organizations in Ohio for the acquisition and preservation of open spaces and riparian corridors to protect natural environments and enhance public access.

Environment
City or township governments
2025 Ohio’s Urban Forestry Grant Program Emerging Programs Inflation Reduction Act Funding
$100,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for urban forestry projects that benefit disadvantaged communities in Ohio by enhancing tree canopies and improving environmental quality.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Traditional Grant
$10,000
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations for charitable and educational projects that benefit the Toledo area and align with key global focus areas such as health, education, and environmental protection.

Education
Nonprofits
H2Ohio Phosphorus Removal Structure Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2024

Date Added

Nov 21, 2024

This funding opportunity supports universities, colleges, and technical schools in developing and implementing innovative structures to effectively remove phosphorus from runoff, thereby improving water quality.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Natural Areas Research Grant
$5,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports research projects that enhance the understanding and conservation of Ohio's unique aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, targeting educational institutions, conservation organizations, and local government entities.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
H2Ohio Statewide Wetland Grant Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This program provides funding for projects that create or restore wetlands and improve water quality across Ohio, targeting organizations and entities focused on environmental conservation and nutrient reduction.

Natural Resources
State governments
Union County Tourism Grant 2025
$100,000
Union County Tourism
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity supports events and projects that boost tourism in Union County, Ohio, targeting both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, as well as municipalities, to enhance the area's appeal and economic impact.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Pickaway County Community Foundation Grant 2025
Contact for amount
Pickaway County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

May 12, 2025

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Cleveland Tree Coalition Grant 2024
$75,000
Cleveland Tree Coalition
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2024

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

Applications are now being accepted for the Cleveland Tree Coalition Grant 2024. Donor Name: Cleveland Tree Coalition State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Cleveland Tree Coalition is a group of public, private, and community stakeholders partnering with the City of Cleveland to rebuild the urban forest. The coalition strives to create a healthy, vibrant, sustainable, and equitable urban forest by working collaboratively to implement the Cleveland Tree Plan. Program Goals The goal of the Cleveland Tree Coalition (CTC) Fall 2024 Grant program is to plant trees in the city of Cleveland focusing on neighborhoods with low tree canopy cover. All projects should incorporate proper site selection, whether planting on public or private property and provide both a comprehensive planting and three-year maintenance plan. Eligible Projects Tree planting and supplies (staking, mulching, fencing, etc.) Cost for establishment (watering, soil, etc.) Free tree giveaways (limit 50 trees). Funding Information Organizations may apply for up to $75,000 in grant funds. For more information, visit CTC.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
2024 Research Grant
$25,000
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 2, 2024

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

Research grants support studies that address critical gaps in our understanding of natural history and contribute to the conservation and enhancement of aquatic ecosystems and healthy habitats. FAO seeks to fund projects that advance scientific knowledge and practical solutions for environmental challenges in the region, particularly those impacting aquatic biodiversity, water quality, and healthy habitats. Eligible projects include aquatic biodiversity assessments, water quality monitoring and analysis, development and application of innovative technologies and methodologies, collaborative research partnerships across disciplines and sectors, and habitat restoration and conservation efforts. FAO prioritizes projects that can result in scalable change and impact multiple counties. The maximum funding request per project is $25,000, with a total of at least $75,000 available to award. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and groups operating under fiscal sponsorship within the Muskingum Watershed and Appalachian Ohio regions. Applications must be submitted online, and supporting documents emailed to FAO by August 2, 2024. Grant decisions will be announced by September 30, 2024.

Environment
Nonprofits
Research and Development Grant Program 2024
$500,000
Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA)
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 7, 2024

Date Added

Jun 4, 2024

The Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) is seeking research and development proposals to address issues related to wastewater, drinking water, water resource management, solid waste management and energy resource development in Ohio. Donor Name: Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) State: Ohio County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Pursuant to its power to engage in research and development with respect to wastewater, water management facilities, solid waste facilities, and energy resource development facilities, OWDA has established a grant program for qualifying research and development programs. The eligible participants are Local Government Agencies (Cities, Villages, and Counties), Water/Sewer Districts, Conservancy Districts, State agencies or Institutions of higher learning that perform research and/or development. Projects for which grants are awarded must be of such a nature that the benefits to be derived fulfill a general need in the State of Ohio that is within the scope of the powers of the Authority. Grants are subject to available funds. Priority will be given to projects that have statewide environmental and/or natural resource applications, and grantees must submit a final report. Since the development of the Research and Development Grant Program, OWDA has awarded grants in the areas of surface water, wastewater, drinking water, solid waste, agriculture, and public health. Funding Information $200,000, dependent upon available funds. Eligible Project Costs Eligible project costs include start‐up and research. Indirect/overhead costs may not exceed 35% of the grant amount. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible grantees include departments, divisions, or other units of state government, watershed districts, soil and water conversation districts, municipal corporations, counties, special water districts, including county and regional sewer and water districts, conservancy districts, sanitary districts, sewer districts, or institutions of higher learning. For more information, visit OWDA.

Science and Technology
City or township governments
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
Ohio Natural Resources Conservation Service Energy Technical Assistance
$1,500,000
USDA-NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 22, 2024

Date Added

Mar 23, 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 May 22, 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 June 22, 2024 and expects to execute awards by July 22, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Agriculture
State governments