John and Lois Baker Education and Economic Development Fund grants
Forecasted
John and Lois Baker Education and Economic Development Fund grants support nonprofits, schools and public organizations in education and economic development work to improve life in Monroe County, Ohio.
Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Annual deadline)
Summary: Annual grants support nonprofits, schools and public organizations serving Monroe County through education and economic development projects.
Key Information: Supported work must serve the people and communities of Monroe County, Ohio.
Description
The John and Lois Baker Education and Economic Development Fund, administered through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, awards grants annually to nonprofits, schools and public organizations serving Monroe County. Its focus is on educational and economic development opportunities that respond to local needs.
The fund supports work that increases quality of life, creates access to opportunities or implements a solution to a community need, with an emphasis on education and economic development projects. Established by John and Lois Baker in 2007, the fund joined the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio in 2020 and belongs to the Monroe County Community Foundation’s family of funds.
