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

June 10, 2025 | June 9, 2026

Typical awards $500–$5,000; larger requests considered based on impact; ~$21,000 awarded in 2025.

Annual grants for nonprofits, schools, and public organizations supporting projects that benefit Hocking County, Ohio.

Projects must directly benefit Hocking County residents; five priority funding areas.

--- ## Description The Hocking County Community Fund, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, offers annual grants to support nonprofits, schools, and public organizations working on projects and programs that benefit the residents and communities of Hocking County, Ohio. Grants focus on advancing opportunities across 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 opportunities, address pressing needs, and unlock the potential of Hocking County. --- ## Due Dates - June 10, 2025 (full application deadline) - June 9, 2026 (full application deadline) _All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates._ --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant requests: $500–$5,000 - Larger requests may be considered based on potential impact - In 2025, $21,460 was awarded across 10 grants --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: - Nonprofits, schools, and public organizations serving Hocking County - Groups working in fiscal agent partnership with a nonprofit or public organization - Projects must directly benefit Hocking County residents and communities - All ages and project leaders are welcome to apply --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [Hocking County Community Fund grants page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/hocking-county-community-fund-grants/) - Application period typically opens in late April and closes in early June each year - Required materials and detailed instructions are available on the program page - Contact the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio for support or questions --- ## Additional Information - Grants are funded by the earnings of the Hocking County Community Fund’s endowment - Past funded projects include food pantries, arts programs, educational initiatives, health outreach, park enhancements, and youth-led community projects - Five priority funding areas (“Pillars of Prosperity”): arts & culture, community & economic development, education, environmental stewardship, health & human services --- ## External Links - [Hocking County Community Fund grants program page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/hocking-county-community-fund-grants/) - [2025 grant application announcement](https://appalachianohio.org/hocking/2025/04/29/hocking-county-community-fund-accepting-2025-grant-applications/) - [Grant opportunities and past recipients](https://appalachianohio.org/hocking/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) - [About the Hocking County Community Fund](https://appalachianohio.org/hocking/) - [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio contact page](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Foundation for Appalachian Ohio | 35 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH 45764 | | Email | info@ffao.org | | Phone | 740-753-1111 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact FAO](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) |

Hocking County Community Fund grants

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