The Columbus Foundation's Capital Improvements grant funds facility, equipment, and building upgrades for Franklin County nonprofits to boost their operational and research capacity.
Funder: Columbus Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Capital Improvements full application deadline — first Friday in June, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $10,000 to $100,000; generally one-time funding.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in Franklin County with facility upgrades, equipment purchases, or building acquisitions to strengthen organizational capacity.
Key Information: Not open to arts and culture grantees currently receiving unrestricted operating support from the Foundation.
The Capital Improvements grant from the Columbus Foundation is designed to help nonprofit organizations in Franklin County, Ohio, strengthen their ability to fulfill their missions through investments in physical infrastructure. Funding may be used for facility upgrades, equipment purchases, or building acquisitions—especially at pivotal moments of organizational growth. The grant aims to create more efficient, sustainable, and impactful operations for local nonprofits by supporting critical capital projects.