The Marion Community Foundation is excited to announce the Community Grants Program.
Donor Name: Marion Community Foundation
State: Ohio
County: Marion County (OH)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/31/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The Community Grants Program is an annual grants program open to nonprofits and charities — with IRS 501(c)(3) or equivalent status — serving Marion County (Ohio). Grants may be awarded through this competitive process for any worthy charitable purpose serving the Marion area.
The Marion Community Foundation’s Community Grants Program provides funding to respond to the greatest needs of the city and county.
- Providing food, shelter and support
- Impacting community development
- Bettering health and wellness
- Encouraging arts and culture
- Caring for animals and the environment
- Assisting the immediate needs of children, families, or seniors
- Supporting education initiatives.
Funding Information
$25,000.
Grant Period
Oct 1, 2026-September 30, 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grants are made to tax-exempt 501(c)3 organizations or the equivalent as defined by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. Public schools, governmental entities, colleges and universities, and religious organizations are also eligible to apply assuming the program has charitable intent. Prospective applicants are urged to contact the Foundation before preparing an application if there is a question concerning eligibility, as proof of eligibility must be provided to the Foundation before grants are considered.
- The geographic focus of grant making is the Marion, Ohio area.
- Marion Community Foundation does not award grants to individuals or for-profit organizations.
For more information, visit MCF.


