[Foundation for Appalachian Ohio](https://appalachianohio.org)

September 2026 (attachments) | March 2027 (full application)

Typical awards $500–$5,000; larger requests considered; total pool varies annually

Annual grants supporting Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations across the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio.

Attachments (budget & IRS letter/audited financials) must be emailed by the September deadline.

--- ## Description The African American Community Fund, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, offers annual grants to support Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations throughout the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio. The program is designed to strengthen and uplift African American communities by funding initiatives and programs that address local needs and opportunities. Grants may support projects in arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. Both capacity building and programming requests are welcome. --- ## Due Dates - **September 2026 (anticipated):** Attachments (budget and IRS Decision Letter or audited financials) submission deadline by 11:59 p.m. - **March 2027 (anticipated):** Full application deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from **$500 to $5,000**. - Larger requests may be considered based on project impact. - The total funding pool varies annually (recent years: over $32,000 awarded). --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Nonprofit organizations (including 501(c) organizations; 501(c)(3) preferred, others must confirm charitable purpose) - Public organizations (e.g., school districts, municipalities, government subdivisions audited by the Ohio Auditor of State) - Groups without nonprofit/public status may apply if partnered with an eligible fiscal agent - **Geographic focus:** - Projects must serve one or more of the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio - **Funding priority:** - Organizations that are Black-led and/or Black-serving - Applicants will be asked if their executive director identifies as Black, if 50%+ of the board identifies as Black, and if the organization serves the Black community --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio’s grants portal. - Attachments (budget and IRS Decision Letter or audited financials) must be emailed to [info@ffao.org](mailto:info@ffao.org) by the anticipated September deadline. - The application system does not require an account or login; applications cannot be saved in progress—plan to complete in one sitting. - Applicants may submit multiple applications for separate projects or from different organizations. - Both capacity building and programming requests are accepted; capacity building is encouraged but not required. - Youth-led projects are eligible but must partner with a nonprofit or public organization. --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to projects that directly benefit African American communities within Appalachian Ohio. - Capacity building requests may include professional development, staff engagement, retention activities, and technology upgrades. - Youth-led projects have a dedicated funding pool and are reviewed separately. - Once submitted, applications cannot be edited. --- ## External Links - [African American Community Fund Grant Program Page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/african-american-community-fund-grants/) - [African American Community Fund Opportunities](https://appalachianohio.org/aacf/opportunities/) - [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Main Page](https://appalachianohio.org/) - [Affiliate Fund Grant Application FAQs (PDF)](https://appalachianohio.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2023-Affiliate-Fund-Grant-Application-FAQ.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [info@ffao.org](mailto:info@ffao.org) | | Phone | 740-753-1111 | | AACF Email | [AACF@ffao.org](mailto:AACF@ffao.org) | | Contact Form| [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Contact Page](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) |

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