Community Garden Grants
Grant for creating and expanding community gardens and greenspaces in Central Ohio to improve food access, education, and neighborhood vitality.
Funder: Columbus Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (final report) | February 2027 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per grant for operations; $300 mini-grant for garden needs; 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports the creation and expansion of community gardens and greenspaces to improve food access, education, and neighborhood vitality in Central Ohio.
Description
This program provides financial and material support to organizations working to transform underused land into community gardens and greenspaces in Central Ohio. The goal is to increase access to healthy, affordable, and local food, while promoting education, health and wellness, environmental stewardship, community building, and neighborhood beautification—especially in under-resourced neighborhoods. Funding is available for both new and existing gardens, including school gardens, pollinator gardens, and similar projects that benefit the broader community.
