Nelsonville Community Foundation grants
Annual grants support projects in arts, education, environment, health, and economic development to benefit Nelsonville and neighboring Appalachian Ohio communities.
Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Due Dates: September 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical annual pool ~$47,000; individual grant sizes vary.
Summary: Annual grants supporting projects and programs benefiting Nelsonville, Buchtel, Carbon Hill, and Murray City.
Key Information: Projects must directly benefit Nelsonville or the specified surrounding communities.
Description
The Nelsonville Community Foundation, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation, offers annual grants to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations for projects and programs that benefit Nelsonville and the nearby communities of Buchtel, Carbon Hill, and Murray City. Grants support initiatives across five focus areas: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. The program emphasizes supporting individuals of all ages who are advancing opportunities, addressing pressing needs, and unleashing the potential of these communities.
