Field of Interest Grants
The Erie County Community Foundation’s Field of Interest Grants support nonprofit projects in Erie County, Ohio, focused on local needs like health, arts, recreation, and the environment.
Funder: Erie County Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical requests up to $10,000 for projects outside stated priorities; most grants are for one year.
Summary: Supports nonprofit projects in specific interest areas or regions of Erie County, Ohio, with semiannual grant cycles to address local needs.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits and certain tax-exempt entities serving Erie County, Ohio, are eligible.
Description
Field of Interest Grants from the Erie County Community Foundation provide support for nonprofit organizations implementing projects within defined interest areas or geographic regions in Erie County, Ohio. These grants are designed to foster positive, long-term community change by addressing local needs and priorities, as determined by the Foundation. Funding is distributed exclusively to nonprofit organizations, with the Grants Committee reviewing applications twice per year in coordination with the Community Grants program.
