220 Ohio Community Economic Development Grants

220 Community and Economic Development Grants for Ohio

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, capacity-building, beautification efforts, and development projects and programs that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Increase Housing Options for Low-Income Residents

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to increase housing options for low-income residents. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to develop housing units to be sold at prices tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 164899
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Ohio Nonprofits to Enhance the Lives of Residents in Eligible Re...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants and in-kind support to Ohio nonprofit organizations to enhance the lives of residents in eligible regions. Focus areas include arts and culture, education and youth development, community and economic development, animal welfare, health and healthcare, seni...

GrantWatch ID#: 175551
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that address social disparities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall into the focus areas of climate change and the environment, social justice, and democracy. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 176451
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Grants to West Virginia and Ohio Nonprofits and Public Institutions to Help Vulnerable Residen...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to West Virginia and Ohio nonprofit organizations and public institutions to provide material aid or services to poor and vulnerable populations in eligible counties. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Material aid may ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176638
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Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Social Welfare Pro...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 and in-kind support of software and related services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations that work to address social problems in local disadvantaged communities. By providing funding and technology solutions, these org...

GrantWatch ID#: 204419
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Implement the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Local Communities

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities to implement and expand the use of artificial intelligence in local communities. The purpose of the program is to assist organizations in their work on behalf of the community to increase AI public understanding...

GrantWatch ID#: 224071
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Strengthen U...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants and cooperative agreements of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government entities, educational institutions, and individuals for programs to strengthen U.S. ties in eligible regions of the Pacific. Applicants are adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 228877
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Business Organizations for Economic De...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit, educational, and faith-based organizations, chambers of commerce, educational institutions, and business organizations to work collaboratively to promote local economic development. The purpose of funding is to support educational programm...

GrantWatch ID#: 229365
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Grants to USA States and Entities for Transportation Infrastructure Initiatives

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to USA and territories states, planning organizations, and tribal governments for local and national transportation infrastructure initiatives. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. The goal of the program is to increase accessible, safe p...

GrantWatch ID#: 230091
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Grants to USA Land Management Agencies and Tribes for Transportation Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Federal land management agencies and Tribes for transportation infrastructure improvements. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible applicants may apply on behalf of state, county, or local gove...

GrantWatch ID#: 205287
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Grants to USA Indian Tribes to Develop and Regulate Energy Resources

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Tribal Energy Development Organizations and Indian Tribes to develop and regulate energy resources. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for the development of a legal framework to regulate Tribal energy resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 230014
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329
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In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Build Coalitions that will Improve Banking A...

Deadline: 07/17/26

In-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to build coalitions that will improve banking access. Applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a learning cohort and will receive technical assistance to build a successful coalit...

GrantWatch ID#: 217066

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development Progra...

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit organizations for cybersecurity education and workforce development programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity workf...

GrantWatch ID#: 227216

Cooperative Agreements to USA and Israel Entities to Strengthen International Ties

Deadline: 07/22/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations, individuals, and educational institutions to strengthen ties between the two countries. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for...

GrantWatch ID#: 214688

Grants to USA State Governments to Improve Recreational Boating Facilities

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to USA state and territory governments for projects to improve recreational boating facilities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to operate, renovate, construct, and maintain was...

GrantWatch ID#: 216907

Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Workforce Development Projects Benefi...

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants to USA government agencies, nonprofit organizations, school districts, IHEs, regional organizations, and tribal governments in eligible areas for workforce development programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to co...

GrantWatch ID#: 186036

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to assist organizations that respond to the educational, cultural, health, social service...

GrantWatch ID#: 209788

Grants to USA Federally Insured Depository Institutions for Small Dollar Loan Programs

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants to USA federally insured depository institutions for small dollar loan programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to expand access to banking services for people who are not currently...

GrantWatch ID#: 230862

Grants to USA Federally Insured Depository Institutions to Promote Economic Development

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA federally insured depository institutions for programs that promote economic development in distressed communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible activities include financing and inves...

GrantWatch ID#: 134613

Grants to USA Tribes, Tribal Organizations, and IHEs to Encourage Business Development

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA tribal governments, tribal organizations, and IHEs for programs to encourage business development amongst Native American populations. Applicants are advised are required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Successful applicants w...

GrantWatch ID#: 203748

Grants to USA Private Transportation Operators for Security Projects

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA private transportation operators to protect surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and increase the resilience of transit infrastructure. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 230505

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs to Improve K-14 Agricultural Science Education

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, high schools, and IHEs to improve K-14 science education to prepare students for the agricultural workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 180249

Grants to USA Small Businesses for Competitive Technological Research

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses for collaborative research on emerging technologies that can strengthen the nation's competitiveness. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Some applicants must work collaboratively with an eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 229620

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Develop Scientific Instrumentation

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses to develop scientific instrumentation. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to develop next-gen equipment and technologies with the ability to strengthen and advance scientifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229621

Grants to Ohio Nonprofit Organizations to Benefit Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for initiatives that benefit communities in eligible areas. First-time applicants must contact program staff and submit a Letter of Interest before applying. Types of support considered include general operating support, annu...

GrantWatch ID#: 159468

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that address community needs. Transformative programs are enco...

GrantWatch ID#: 173158

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and services within a wide range of focus areas including but not li...

GrantWatch ID#: 173596

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Development Programs

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and initiatives to develop local communities. Areas of focus include strengthening small businesses, building career pathways, economic mobility, education, and disaster relief. Eligible applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 193389

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA and territories small businesses to enhance their impact in communities and promote growth and development. Eligible applicants have impacted communities in a variety of ways, including but not limited to creating jobs, and improving access...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Grants to Ohio Companies to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio businesses in eligible locations to promote economic development. Funding is intended to improve growth and productivity through investments in infrastructure, business innovation, and employee skills development. The grant can be us...

GrantWatch ID#: 220879

Grants to Ohio Young Farmers and Entrepreneurs to Improve the Agricultural Industry

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Ohio young farmers and entrepreneurs to address challenges to the agricultural industry. Funding is intended to encourage young agricultural professionals to find creative and transformative ways to respond to challenges facing the agricultural sector. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 229199

Grants to Ohio Property Owners and Tenants for Capital Improvements of Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio property owners and tenants for capital improvements of commercial buildings in eligible regions. Funding is available for a range of upgrades, including exterior lighting, restoration of architectural detailing, window repair, and f...

GrantWatch ID#: 230036

Grants to Ohio Nonprofit Organizations to Promote Education and Professional Development

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for professional development and educational programs in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support adults preparing to enter the workforce, promote learning for young children, and provide academic support ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146169

Grants to Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio Nonprofits for Programs Benefiting Local Commu...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of education, community enrichment, environment, and nonprofit capacity support. Requests w...

GrantWatch ID#: 175758

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs and Services that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and public agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects in the focus areas of arts and culture, education, civic affairs, health, and social services. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 176230

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Churches, Schools, and Agencies to Meet the Needs of Local Residents

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, schools, and government agencies to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in a range of focus areas including but not limited to workforce development, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 180324

Grants to USA Nonprofits Working in Food Systems, Health Equity, and Environmental Stewardship...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for operational and project support. Funding is intended to support grassroots organizations that effect positive change in the focus areas of climate justice, healthy food access, pollution reduction, food production workers'...

GrantWatch ID#: 181507

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Areas

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of health, social services, environment, and community dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 220807

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Join a Research Competition

Deadline: 08/01/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to participate in a competition to develop research projects related to the global economy and artificial intelligence. Funding is intended for projects that generate recommendations on how to positively i...

GrantWatch ID#: 222194

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Benefit Latino Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations to benefit Latino residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help Latinos build a rich future that advances innovation and lasting solutions rooted in shared culture. The grant seeks to empower L...

GrantWatch ID#: 224035

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities to Advance Racial Equity and Econom...

Deadline: 08/03/26

Grants to Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for activities that further economic mobility and racial equity. First-time applicants must receive approval, and all applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180278

Grants to USA Agencies for Projects to Enhance Access to Affordable Housing

Deadline: 08/03/26

Grants to USA government agencies for projects to enhance access to affordable housing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to identify barriers to affordable housing and provide assistance to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210894

Grants to USA Tribes to Implement Plans that Foster Tourism and Economic Development

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants to USA tribal governments and tribal organizations to implement plans to foster tourism. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the program is to significantly benefit the community by supporting i...

GrantWatch ID#: 197657

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Tribes, and Cooperatives to Enhance Beef Processing

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants to USA and territories for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and producer-owned cooperatives involved in cattle processing to enhance beef processing capacity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201901

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Waste Reduction and Recycling Projects

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government entities, schools, IHEs, hospitals, and faith-based organizations for waste reduction and recycling projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to establish, improve, or expand ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229561

Grants to USA Farmers to Encourage the Development of Specialty Crops

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants to USA farmers to encourage the development of specialty crops. Funding is intended for expanding specialty crops, with payments based on reported 2025 planted acres. This assistance helps address market disruptions, elevated input costs, persistent inflati...

GrantWatch ID#: 229755

Grants to Ohio Groups of Residents for Projects that Strengthen Local Communities

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio groups of residents for projects that strengthen communities in eligible locations. Applicants must attend a mandatory workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended for grassroots community projects that benefit residents and promo...

GrantWatch ID#: 173429

Tax Credits to USA Businesses to Encourage Relocation to California

Deadline: 08/10/26 Conference Date: 07/22/26

Tax credits to USA businesses to encourage business expansion and relocation to California. The purpose of this program is to support employment and economic development in the State of California. This program is open to businesses of any size that want to stay a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180343

Grants to USA Agricultural Trade Nonprofits and State Agencies for Overseas Marketing Expenses

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to USA nonprofit agricultural trade organizations and state agencies to offset the cost of overseas agricultural marketing expenses. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal, and all applicants are advised to complete required registrations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230110