Building Stronger Communities: Grants for Local Projects in Ohio (USA)
GrantID: 6447
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
There is a substantial county‑wide economic development fund offering grants of up to around $300,000 per project. These funds are intended for local government or public entities outside the central city region, focusing on revitalization, job creation or retention, infrastructure upgrades, demolition of blighted properties, and broader community enhancement efforts. Applicants are typically municipalities or townships with demonstrated community need.
Another annual funding stream allocates approximately $3.4 million to nonprofit providers working to deliver social services to low‑ and moderate‑income residents. Nonprofit organizations submit proposals through a formal process in order to support public services like housing assistance, food programs, health services, or neighborhood improvements.
A smaller youth‑focused grant opportunity awards up to $5,000 to grassroots organizations, neighborhood groups, churches, or nonprofits that offer programs improving the physical, mental, or social well‑being of young people in lower‑income communities—programs might include sports teams, cultural outings, educational clubs, or similar activities.
In addition, housing and homelessness efforts receive separate federal allocations. One grant stream distributes over $1.3 million to support affordable housing construction, homeowner rehabilitation, or acquisition projects. Another, totaling just under $300,000, is allocated toward emergency shelter services, rapid rehousing, or homelessness prevention efforts.
These programs are available across eligible county communities (excluding the central city itself), with eligibility varying by program: some open to local governments, some to nonprofits or youth groups. The intent of the funds ranges from broader economic revitalization and infrastructure improvements, to targeted human services, youth enrichment, housing development, and emergency shelter. Funding is typically awarded through annual competitive rounds, with amounts ranging from modest five‑thousand‑dollar grants for youth projects to multi‑hundred‑thousand‑dollar community development initiatives.
Those working in Small Business and located in Ohio may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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