These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Ohio, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Community developmentEducationHuman services+1 more
Who can apply: Schools, churches, government agencies, and community organizations with a current 501(c)(3) nonprofit designation may apply. For schools, applications must be submitted through the appropriate school district.
Animal WelfareArts and CultureChildren's Programs+5 more
Who can apply: Organizations must be located in or provide services to residents of Portage County; grant seekers outside Portage County must provide information on services provided and individuals served in Portage County. Grants are made only to IRS 501(c)(3) charities. Prior reporting requirements must be fulfilled before applying. The foundation gives slight priority to smaller nonprofits and those not awarded in both of the past two consecutive years.
Animal WelfareArts and CultureChildren's Programs+5 more
Who can apply: Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in or providing services to residents of Portage County. Applicants outside Portage County must document services and individuals served in Portage County. Reporting requirements from prior grants must be fulfilled. Grants are not made to individuals, for-profit businesses, debt reduction, loans, special event tickets/sponsorships, annual appeals, political campaigns, religious activities, or school curriculum.
Arts and CultureCivic and CommunityEducation+6 more
Who can apply: Eligible organizations are charitable organizations exempt under IRC Section 501(c)(3) and governmental entities for public and charitable purposes. Primary consideration is given to organizations in the City of Akron and Summit County, Ohio, and to local chapters of national charities located in the Akron and Summit County area. Requests are reviewed on their merits.
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The majority of grants are made to organizations within the Fort Wayne, Indiana metropolitan area or to organizations doing work with direct outreach or impact in the Fort Wayne area. Selective grants may also be made to organizations in areas where voting members of the foundation reside, including Kokomo, Indiana; Columbus, Indiana; and Columbus, Ohio. The foundation does not typically fund churches, religious/charter/magnet schools, political lobbying or political purposes, individuals, international organizations not qualified in the US, or for-profit businesses.
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