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

September 8, 2026

Typical annual pool ~$47,000; individual grant sizes vary.

Annual grants supporting projects and programs benefiting Nelsonville, Buchtel, Carbon Hill, and Murray City.

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. --- ## Due Dates - September 8, 2026: 2026 full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - In 2025, a total of $46,938 was awarded across 23 grants. - Typical annual funding pool is around $47,000; individual grant amounts vary by project scope and need. - Funding is distributed annually. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofit organizations - Schools - Public organizations - Groups working in fiscal agent partnership with a nonprofit or public organization - Projects must serve and directly benefit residents of Nelsonville, Buchtel, Carbon Hill, or Murray City. --- ## Application Process - The application period for the 2026 cycle opens on July 28 and closes on September 8, 2026. - Applications are submitted via the Foundation Cloud Community Portal (check the [grant page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/nelsonville-community-foundation-grants/) for the current link and instructions). - Applicants should prepare: - A project description - Budget and justification - Evidence of need and community impact - Verification of nonprofit or public status (or partnership agreement if using a fiscal agent) - Sign up for the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio’s e-newsletter to receive updates on grant opportunities. --- ## Additional Information - Grant awards may support a broad range of community needs, including but not limited to: education enrichment, health and wellness, arts programming, environmental initiatives, and economic development. - Youth-led projects are encouraged and have received dedicated funding in past cycles. - Recent recipients include schools, arts organizations, public service agencies, and community groups. - See the [annual report](https://appalachianohio.org/nelsonville/annual-reports/) and [recent news](https://appalachianohio.org/nelsonville/news/) for examples of funded projects. --- ## External Links - [Nelsonville Community Foundation grants program page](https://appalachianohio.org/grant/nelsonville-community-foundation-grants/) - [Nelsonville Community Foundation main page](https://appalachianohio.org/nelsonville/) - [Grant opportunities overview](https://appalachianohio.org/nelsonville/opportunities/grant-opportunities/) - [Foundation for Appalachian Ohio contact page](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) - [Annual reports](https://appalachianohio.org/nelsonville/annual-reports/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Email | info@ffao.org | | Phone | 740-753-1111 | | Address | 35 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH 45764 | | Contact Form | [Contact FAO](https://appalachianohio.org/contact/) | ---

Nelsonville Community Foundation grants

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