Discretionary Grants - Dayton Foundation
The Dayton Foundation Discretionary Grants support innovative nonprofit projects addressing unmet needs or special initiatives in Greater Dayton, with a focus on community impact and innovation.
Funder: Dayton Foundation
Due Dates: January 5, 2026 | June 29, 2026 | October 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; typically supports new or special nonprofit projects in Greater Dayton.
Summary: Supports tax-exempt organizations in Greater Dayton to launch new projects or special initiatives addressing unmet community needs.
Description
Discretionary Grants from the Dayton Foundation are awarded three times per year to tax-exempt organizations serving the Greater Dayton region. These grants are intended to help launch new projects that address unmet needs or to support special initiatives of established nonprofit organizations. Funding is made possible by donors who allow the Foundation’s volunteer Grants Committee and Governing Board to direct resources where they are most needed in the community.
