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Number of available Grants: 26

Grants to Ohio Urban Gardeners in Eligible Areas to Support For-Profit Food Ventures

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations in eligible locations to support for-profit gardening ventures. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in advancing the local food system so that residents have access to healthy, fresh, and afforda...

GrantWatch ID#: 176274

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and For-Profits to Increase Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Ohio nonprofit and for-profit organizations for projects that promote tourism, businesses, events, and attractions in eligible locations. Funding is intended to increase tourism and overnight stays through the use of marketing materials. Pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 157005

In-Kind Grants of Trees to Ohio Residents in Eligible Locations to Benefit Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of trees to Ohio residents in eligible locations for planting on streets outside of family residences. The purpose of the program is to plant trees that will benefit local neighborhoods. Trees must be planted in the public right-of-way. Requests wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 216961

Grants to Ohio Business Entities with Qualifying Commercial Properties for Renovation Projects...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio business entities with qualifying commercial properties for renovation projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help cover the cost of permits, fees, and architectural design work related to awnings, signage, and façade ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216844

Grants to Ohio Community-Based Organizations for Events that Benefit Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Ohio business associations, neighborhood associations, priority boards, and block clubs for community-based initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities, projects, and events that foster connection and build ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197394

Grants to Ohio Event Organizers to Assist with Waste Reduction and Diversion in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $6,000 to Ohio event organizers to assist with waste reduction and diversion in eligible areas. Applicants should contact program staff before applying. Funding is available to improve, expand, and establish waste reduction activities while educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 214647

Grants to USA Nonprofits, School Districts, and Schools for Projects and Programs to Benefit C...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, school districts, and schools for projects and programs to benefit children. Funding is intended to support initiatives that have a wide range and directly benefit children up to sixth grade. Grants must clearly support ident...

GrantWatch ID#: 227562

In-Kind Grants to Ohio Homeowners in Eligible Locations to Provide Trees in Urban Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to Ohio homeowners in eligible locations to provide trees in urban areas. The purpose of the program is to plant trees in approved areas in order to bring the economic, climate, and health benefits associated with trees to local residents. Intereste...

GrantWatch ID#: 216962

Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners to Participate in a Professional D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small business owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208319

Grants to Ohio Neighborhood Organizations and Residents to Strengthen Communities in Eligible ...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Ohio neighborhood associations, community organizations, groups, and individuals for community enhancement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to create a stronger sense of community and improve community relations. The grant provides seed ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181309

Grants to USA Native American Organizations and Oregon Agencies and Charitable Organizations t...

Deadline: 09/07/26

Grants to USA Native American organizations and Oregon local governments and charitable organizations in eligible counties for programs that benefit Native American communities. Funding is intended to expand or bolster existing funding for a variety of community p...

GrantWatch ID#: 145701

Grants to Ohio Non-Profits, Schools, and IHEs for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, academic institutions, and schools for programs that address drug abuse and behavioral health problems in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that promote social conne...

GrantWatch ID#: 133830

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Arts and Culture Activities that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $7,500 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural activities that benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events and projects that are either single-time occurrences, such as a fest...

GrantWatch ID#: 185836

Grants to USA Families to Assist With Children's Health-Related Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA families for healthcare expenses related to children's health issues. Funding is intended to help with critical expenses, including clinical care, medical equipment, and travel-related costs, so families can focus on their child’s health and not on...

GrantWatch ID#: 226644