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

September 8, 2026

Recent awards: ~$100,000 total annually; typical grant size varies.

Annual grants supporting projects and programs that benefit Guernsey County residents and communities.

--- ## Description The Guernsey County Foundation, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), provides annual grants to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents and communities of Guernsey County, Ohio. Grants are awarded across five areas—arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services—with the goal of supporting initiatives that create opportunities, meet pressing needs, and unleash the potential within Guernsey County. --- ## Due Dates - September 8, 2026: 2026 Guernsey County Foundation grant application closing date (full application deadline) --- ## Funding Amount - In 2025, approximately $99,501 was awarded across 25 grants. - Typical total annual funding is around $100,000; individual grant sizes vary depending on project scope and need. - Most past awards have ranged from several hundred to several thousand dollars per project. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) status) - Schools and school districts - Public organizations serving Guernsey County - Groups working in fiscal agent partnership with an eligible nonprofit or public organization - Projects must benefit residents and communities within Guernsey County. --- ## Application Process - The 2026 application opens July 28 and closes September 8, 2026. - Applications are submitted through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio’s online portal. - Required materials typically include: - Project description and objectives - Budget and funding request - Information about organizational eligibility - Explanation of community impact - Review the [grant program page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/guernsey-county-foundation-grants/) for application instructions and updates. --- ## Additional Information - Grants support a wide range of initiatives, including educational enrichment, youth programs, community development, health and wellness, arts, and basic needs. - Past recipients include local schools, community improvement organizations, senior centers, food pantries, and cultural groups. - Emphasis is placed on projects that demonstrate clear benefit to Guernsey County residents. --- ## External Links - [Guernsey County Foundation Grants Program Page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/guernsey-county-foundation-grants/) - [Guernsey County Foundation Opportunities & Grant Details](https://appalachianohio.org/guernsey/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) - [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Homepage](https://appalachianohio.org) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@ffao.org | | Phone | 740-753-1111 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact FAO](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) | ---

Guernsey County Foundation grants

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