Katherine R. Smith Funds for Youth
Forecasted
The Katherine R. Smith Funds for Youth from the Greater Toledo Community Foundation support research-driven projects improving youth well-being in Lucas and Wood Counties, with a focus on measurable impact.
Funder: Greater Toledo Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: ~$50,000 available annually; minimum request $3,000; typical awards vary by project scope.
Summary: Supports initiatives enhancing the lives of youth under 18 in Lucas or Wood Counties, NW Ohio.
Key Information: Funds are limited, highly competitive, and not intended as ongoing annual support.
Description
The Katherine R. Smith Funds for Youth, administered by the Greater Toledo Community Foundation, are dedicated to supporting nonprofit initiatives that enhance the lives of young people under age 18 in northwest Ohio. The program prioritizes projects and services that benefit youth residing in Lucas or Wood Counties, with special attention to programs serving children with developmental disabilities or those who have experienced abuse. Grants may be used for operational expenses of existing programs or for launching new initiatives that demonstrate measurable impact on youth well-being in the region.
