[Columbus Foundation](https://columbusfoundation.org)

Rolling (applications accepted on an ongoing basis)

Typical award size and duration not specified; varies by project and organization.

Supports nonprofit programs in Franklin County, Ohio that help youth transition to adulthood across six focus areas.

Only nonprofit organizations serving youth in Franklin County, Ohio are eligible.

--- ## Description The Opportunity Youth Grants, offered by the Columbus Foundation, provide support to nonprofit organizations delivering recreational and developmental programs for youth in Franklin County, Ohio. The initiative was established in response to research highlighting the needs of disconnected youth aged 18–24 in the region. The grants aim to ensure all young people are equipped to pursue healthy and successful lives as adults. Programs must address at least one of the following six focus areas: Civic Engagement, Education, Health and Wellness, Housing, Support Systems, and Workforce readiness. The grant program encourages collaborative and innovative approaches to reconnecting and empowering youth. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - The Columbus Foundation does not specify a standard award size or duration for Opportunity Youth Grants. - Funding levels vary depending on the project scope, organizational capacity, and alignment with the six focus areas. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. - Organizations must serve youth in Franklin County, Ohio. - Proposed programs or projects should address one or more of the following focus areas: - Civic Engagement - Education - Health and Wellness - Housing - Support Systems - Workforce readiness --- ## Application Process - Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis (no deadline). - Interested organizations should contact the Columbus Foundation staff member listed below to discuss eligibility and application steps. - The foundation may require a conversation prior to submitting a full application. --- ## Additional Information - The Opportunity Youth coalition is a collaborative effort; programs with partnership or coalition-based approaches are encouraged. - The foundation also hosts open houses for nonprofits new to their grant programs; see their [Deadlines & Open Houses page](https://columbusfoundation.org/nonprofit-center/deadlines-open-houses) for upcoming dates. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity Youth Grants Program Page](https://columbusfoundation.org/nonprofit-center/grant-opportunities/columbus-foundation-grants/operating-and-program-support/opportunity-youth-grants) - [Columbus Foundation Deadlines & Open Houses](https://columbusfoundation.org/nonprofit-center/deadlines-open-houses) - [Columbus Foundation Nonprofit Center](https://columbusfoundation.org/nonprofit-center/grant-opportunities) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------|--------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------| | Dr. Mark Lomax, II | Director, Arts & Generational Grantmaking | mlomax@columbusfoundation.org | 614/251-4000 | For general inquiries, you can also use [the foundation's contact page](https://columbusfoundation.org/contact).

Opportunity Youth Grants

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