[Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley](https://cfov.org)

December 2026

Up to $7,500 per grant; one request per organization per cycle; funding period is typically one year.

Supports local initiatives in next-generation leadership, youth activities, and economic mobility across the Upper Ohio Valley.

--- ## Description The Community Impact Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley (CFOV), provides annual grants to nonprofit and public sector organizations serving the Upper Ohio Valley region. The Fund pools several unrestricted gifts from donors to respond flexibly to the evolving needs of the community. Grantmaking focuses on three main areas: - **Next Generation Leadership/Mentoring:** Programs that foster intentional leadership development and structured mentoring for youth and young adults (ages 12–25), with measurable outcomes in leadership, personal development, or civic engagement. - **Youth Recreation/Activities:** Structured, supervised recreation or enrichment activities for youth (ages 6–18) that promote physical health, social skills, and personal growth, beyond regular school or membership-based offerings. - **Economic Mobility:** Initiatives that help individuals and families achieve long-term financial stability, such as workforce support, financial literacy, housing, and other programs with measurable outcomes. CFOV prioritizes projects with broad public benefit, measurable impact, and a clear link to one or more focus areas. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Application (anticipated):** December 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum Request:** $7,500 per organization per cycle - **Funding Period:** Typically one year (February–February) - **Typical Timeline:** Grant decisions by end of January; payments issued by end of February --- ## Eligibility - Organizations must be: - Recognized as tax-exempt under section [501(c)(3) of the IRS Code](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/exemption-requirements-section-501c3-organizations), **or** - A similarly exempt faith-based organization or government entity (e.g., libraries, schools) - Must provide services within one or more of these counties: - **West Virginia:** Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio, Tyler, Wetzel - **Ohio:** Belmont, Jefferson - Only one application per organization per cycle will be considered. - Projects must directly address at least one of the Fund's focus areas. - Organizations must be current on any prior CFOV grant reporting requirements. --- ## Application Process - **Apply Online:** Through the [CFOV grant portal](http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=cfov) (application opens with each annual cycle). - **Required Materials:** - Completed online application form - Most recent annual operating budget (PDF) - Project budget and narrative - Board member list - Additional supporting documents (optional) - **Review:** Applications are scored by a distribution committee based on alignment with focus areas, project quality, implementation plan, objectives, and budget justification. - **Notification:** Funding decisions typically announced by end of January following submission. - **Reporting:** Grant recipients must submit an online report 12 months after funding. --- ## Additional Information - Only one request per organization per year. - Maximum request is $7,500. - Projects must demonstrate measurable outcomes and public benefit. - Unfunded applicants are encouraged to reapply in future cycles. - Technical support for the online portal is available but not guaranteed on the final day before deadline. --- ## External Links - [CFOV Community Impact Fund Grant Process](https://cfov.org/community-impact-grant-process) - [CFOV Grant Portal (Apply)](http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=cfov) - [Preview Application Form (PDF)](https://cfov.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Community-Impact-Fund-Grant-Application-Fall-2025.pdf) - [IRS 501(c)(3) Exemption Requirements](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/exemption-requirements-section-501c3-organizations) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@cfov.org | 304-242-3144 | | Grant Program Contact | Debbie: debbie@cfov.org | 304-242-3144 | | Mailing Address | 1226 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV 26003 | | Online Contact Form | [CFOV Contact Page](https://cfov.org/contact-us/) |

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