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

June 10, 2025 | June 9, 2026

Typical awards range from $500 to $5,000; larger requests considered for high-impact projects.

Annual grants for nonprofits, schools, and public organizations to support projects benefitting Hocking County, Ohio.

--- ## Description The Hocking County Community Fund, an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, provides annual grants to support nonprofits, schools, and public organizations undertaking projects and programs that benefit the residents and communities of Hocking County, Ohio. Grants are intended to advance opportunities in five key areas: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. Emphasis is placed on supporting initiatives that create new opportunities, address pressing needs, and unleash local potential for residents of all ages. --- ## Due Dates - June 10, 2025: Full application deadline for the 2025 Hocking County Community Fund grants - June 9, 2026: Full application deadline for the 2026 Hocking County Community Fund grants --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant requests: $500–$5,000 - Larger requests may be considered if the potential impact is significant - In 2025, $21,460 was awarded across 10 grants --- ## Eligibility - Nonprofit organizations, schools, and public organizations serving Hocking County are eligible - Groups working in fiscal agent partnership with a nonprofit or public organization may also apply - Projects and programs must directly benefit Hocking County residents and communities --- ## Application Process - Applications are accepted annually during the spring grant cycle (typically late April to early/mid-June) - Application forms and additional information are made available on the [Hocking County Community Fund grants page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/hocking-county-community-fund-grants/) - Applicants should outline how their project aligns with one or more of the five funding pillars and describe the anticipated community impact --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to projects that meet urgent needs, create new opportunities, and demonstrate potential for significant community benefit - Recent recipients include a wide range of organizations, such as food pantries, educational programs, arts and culture initiatives, and youth-led projects - The fund supports both established organizations and grassroots efforts --- ## External Links - [Hocking County Community Fund grants main page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/hocking-county-community-fund-grants/) - [2026 Grant Application Information](https://appalachianohio.org/hocking/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) - [About the Hocking County Community Fund](https://appalachianohio.org/hocking/) - [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio](https://appalachianohio.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |-------------------------|----------------------|---------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | Foundation for Appalachian Ohio | info@ffao.org | 740-753-1111 | [Contact page](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) |

Hocking County Community Fund grants

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