African American Community Fund grants
Forecasted
African American Community Fund grants support Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations’ projects to meet needs and advance opportunities in Appalachian Ohio’s African American communities.
Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Requests of $500–$5,000; larger requests may be considered based on potential impact
Summary: Annual grants support Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations advancing opportunities in Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties.
Key Information: Applicants must serve Appalachian Ohio’s African American communities.
Description
The African American Community Fund (AACF), an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), awards grants annually in partnership with FAO and with support from its donors. Established by and for the Black community, AACF grows charitable resources, creates opportunities, addresses disparities, and seeks to improve the physical, economic and structural conditions affecting quality of life throughout Appalachian Ohio.
The grants support projects and programs led by Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit and public organizations across the region’s 32 counties. Funding advances five Pillars of Prosperity: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. The program emphasizes people of all ages spearheading work that creates opportunities, meets pressing needs and unleashes the potential within Appalachian Ohio’s African American communities.
