Ohio Social Advocacy Grants
Explore 52 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Jan 15, 2026
Date Added
Oct 23, 2025
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Knox County, Ohio, to implement impactful projects in areas such as education, health, and community development.
Application Deadline
Oct 31, 2025
Date Added
Aug 26, 2025
This grant provides financial support to non-governmental organizations that offer educational and social services to at-risk youth in Warren County, Ohio.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 20, 2023
This grant provides financial support to various organizations and initiatives focused on improving the physical, social, and economic well-being of the Painesville community and its surrounding areas.
Application Deadline
Nov 15, 2025
Date Added
Sep 25, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on addressing climate change, racial equity, and threats to democracy through innovative projects and initiatives.
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
Jan 10, 2025
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.
Application Deadline
Dec 2, 2025
Date Added
Oct 29, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver culturally responsive and trauma-informed services to survivors of sexual assault, particularly in underserved communities in Ohio.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 30, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area to support programs focused on education, health, community development, and cultural enrichment.
Application Deadline
Aug 1, 2026
Date Added
Jun 26, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Greater Cleveland that promote LGBTQ+ community empowerment, advocacy, and visibility through collaborative initiatives and storytelling efforts.
Application Deadline
Sep 29, 2025
Date Added
Aug 15, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Ohio focused on preventing sexual violence through evidence-based strategies and community action planning.
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 24, 2023
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)
Application Deadline
Jan 27, 2025
Date Added
Jan 10, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver comprehensive services for individuals affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions, focusing on health equity and community engagement in designated regions of Ohio.
Application Deadline
Oct 15, 2024
Date Added
Sep 20, 2024
The Sisters of St. Francis (Sylvania) Foundation Grant Program, in partnership with the Greater Toledo Community Foundation, is offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to 501(c)(3) organizations in selected counties of Ohio and Michigan, to support programs that combat human trafficking, assist immigrants and refugees, advance social justice and equal opportunity, and promote environmental preservation and sustainability.
Application Deadline
May 31, 2024
Date Added
May 12, 2024
Coshocton Foundation Unrestricted Grant Application Deadline: May 31, 2024 Meeting Date: Early June 2024 Eligibility Criteria: Community organizations with a current 501(c)(3) non-profit designation are eligible to apply. Schools, churches, and government agencies are also eligible. Application Process: Application Criteria and Form: [Click Here](link to application) Contact Number: (740) 622-0010 Submission Details: Completed applications should be sent to: Coshocton Foundation P.O. Box 55 Coshocton, OH 43812 Alternatively, applications may be brought to: Coshocton Foundation Office 220 S. Fourth St. If delivering in person, please use the mail slot in the front door or call the office to make other arrangements. Seven copies of the grant request are required. Deadline for Submission: All applications must be received in the office by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2024.
Application Deadline
Oct 31, 2024
Date Added
Sep 27, 2024
This funding program provides financial support to community-based organizations that empower youth aged 12 to 20 through established, youth-led urban greening initiatives focused on social and environmental justice in select states.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 13, 2023
The Bernard McDonough Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation located in Parkersburg, West Virginia. For more than 50 years the foundation has supported the nonprofit community in West Virginia and Washington County, Ohio. The foundation is committed to providing financial support to non-profits whose mission is to assist with basic human needs including those that address basic health and social welfare. Your work changes lives and weβre behind you 100%
Application Deadline
Aug 31, 2025
Date Added
Jun 17, 2025
This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Hilliard, Ohio, that enhance community life and engagement through various activities and services.
Application Deadline
Feb 15, 2025
Date Added
Dec 10, 2024
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Toledo area to collaborate effectively, improve service delivery, and achieve cost savings through shared resources and strategic partnerships.
Application Deadline
Jun 1, 2024
Date Added
Nov 13, 2023
The Greater Jefferson County Foundation is offering grant opportunities to local non-profit organizations for capital improvements and operational expenses. The grant application period begins on May 1st and ends on June 1st at 4:00 PM CDT. Applications can be submitted online through the Foundation's website or by downloading a PDF version of the application. Non-profit organizations must provide a copy of their latest completed Federal IRS Tax-exempt status letter, financial statements, project budget sheet, and other required documentation. Grant applications will be reviewed based on specific criteria related to children, youth & families, community betterment, health & human services, education, the environment, and arts & culture. The Foundation does not fund past projects, debt reduction, individual applicants, fundraisers, political causes, religious purposes (excluding nonreligious purposes for religious organizations), equipment unless essential for the program, ongoing expenses such as wages, endowments, or tax-supported entities. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation office to confirm receipt of their application. Grant recipients will be required to sign a Grant Agreement Contract before disbursement of funds and must provide proof of purchase for the designated purpose within six months of grant distribution. It is important to note that incomplete applications or materials received after the deadline will not be eligible for funding in the current grant cycle.
