The African American Community Fund, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, is accepting grant applications from Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations serving Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties.
Donor Name: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO)
State: Ohio
County: Selected Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/10/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The African American Community Fund is awarding grants that advance opportunities across five funding areas: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. Emphasis is on supporting individuals of all ages who are spearheading projects and programs that create opportunities, meet pressing needs and unleash the potential within Appalachian Ohio’s African American community.
Funding Information
Funding requests should be between $500 and $5,000, but larger requests may be considered based on potential impact.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit and public organizations are eligible to apply for grants from FAO.
- Nonprofit organizations include 501(c) organizations under the Internal Revenue Code. Public organizations include public school districts, higher education institutions, government subdivisions like municipalities and other entities that are audited through the Auditor of State.
- Groups that do not have either status but are working in fiscal sponsorship with either a nonprofit or public entity are eligible to apply but will be asked to identify the specific fiscal sponsor.
- Priority will be given to projects led by organizations headquartered in Appalachian Ohio, but organizations outside of the region serving Appalachian Ohio counties are also eligible to apply.
For more information, visit FAO.
