Greenlight Grants
Dayton Foundation Greenlight Grants provide quick-turnaround funding for impactful nonprofit projects or expansions in Greater Dayton across diverse fields.
Funder: Dayton Foundation
Due Dates: March 2, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 (all by 4:00 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: $500–$7,500 per award; quarterly competition; rapid notification within two weeks of deadline.
Summary: Quarterly grants for special projects, expansions, capital improvements, or capacity building for nonprofits serving Greater Dayton.
Description
Greenlight Grants are small, quick-turnaround funding opportunities offered quarterly by the Dayton Foundation to support nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Dayton area. These grants are intended for special projects, program expansions, capital improvements, or capacity building that address immediate needs or opportunities. The streamlined application process and rapid decision timeline are designed to help nonprofits implement impactful initiatives quickly and effectively.
