The Ora E. Anderson Conservation Fund for Appalachian Ohio grants support conservation science, watershed restoration, and environmental heritage projects in Appalachian Ohio through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio.
Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Due Dates: September 29, 2026: Full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Typical requests: $500–$5,000; larger requests considered based on impact
Summary: Supports conservation, watershed restoration, and environmental heritage projects in Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties.
This grant opportunity, administered by the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, supports projects that preserve and enhance the natural beauty and environmental heritage of the Appalachian Ohio region. Established in honor of naturalist Ora “Andy” Anderson, the fund prioritizes activities such as watershed restoration, sustainable forestry, and projects that celebrate the region’s unique cultural and environmental history. Funding is available for nonprofit and public organizations, as well as groups working in fiscal sponsorship with such entities, to further conservation efforts across the region’s 32 counties.