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

July 29, 2025 (2025 application opens) | September 9, 2025 (2025 application closes) | April 28, 2026 (2026 application opens) | June 9, 2026 (2026 application closes)

Typical awards range from $500–$5,000; up to ~$60,000 total awarded annually.

Annual grants supporting projects and programs that benefit Perry County, Ohio residents and communities.

--- ## Description The Community Foundation for Perry County, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, provides annual grants to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations for projects and programs that benefit Perry County residents and communities. The program supports a broad range of initiatives across five focus areas: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. Emphasis is placed on supporting individuals and organizations that create opportunities, address pressing needs, and help unlock the potential within Perry County. --- ## Due Dates - July 29, 2025: 2025 grant application opens - September 9, 2025: 2025 grant application closes / full application deadline - April 28, 2026: 2026 grant application opens - June 9, 2026: 2026 grant application closes / full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Funding requests should typically range from $500 to $5,000. - Larger requests may be considered if the proposed project demonstrates significant impact. - In recent years, the total amount awarded annually has ranged from $36,000 (2024) to nearly $60,000 (2025), distributed among 16–23 grantees. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofit organizations - Schools - Public organizations - Groups working in fiscal agent partnership with a nonprofit or public organization - Projects must directly benefit Perry County, Ohio residents and/or communities. - Both new and ongoing projects are eligible, provided they align with the program’s focus areas. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online when the application window opens. - Applicants should prepare a proposal that clearly outlines the project, its objectives, intended impact, and budget. - Funding requests outside the $500–$5,000 range should include a strong justification for the larger amount. - Visit the [Community Foundation for Perry County Grant Opportunities page](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) for application instructions, guidelines, and forms. - Sign up for the [FAO e-newsletter](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) to receive notifications about upcoming funding opportunities. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are awarded annually, with application periods typically opening in late spring or summer. - Past recipients include a wide range of organizations supporting youth, families, the arts, health initiatives, community development, and more. - The program reinvests earnings from the CFPC’s endowment fund, ensuring ongoing support for Perry County’s greatest needs and opportunities. --- ## External Links - [Community Foundation for Perry County Grants – Program Page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/community-foundation-for-perry-county-grants/) - [Perry County Grant Opportunities](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) - [Community Foundation for Perry County Home](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/) - [Recent Grant Recipients & Annual Reports](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/about/annual-reports/) - [Sign up for FAO e-newsletter](https://appalachianohio.org/perry/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@ffao.org | | Phone | 740-753-1111 | | Funder Contact Page | [https://appalachianohio.org/contact/](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) | ---

Community Foundation for Perry County grants

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