Regional Funds
The Columbus Foundation's Regional Funds provide grants for research-driven projects improving health, education, and community development in select Ohio counties outside Franklin County.
Funder: Columbus Foundation
Due Dates: March 13, 2026 (Burton E. Stevenson Fund, Robert E. and Genevieve G. Schaefer Fund) | April 28, 2026 (J. Floyd Dixon Fund) | May 1, 2026 (Mary Eleanor Morris Fund, R. Alvin Stevenson Fund) | May 29, 2026 (John W. and Edna McManus Shepard Fund) | September 4, 2026 (B.A. Seitz Fund) | September 11, 2026 (Allen Eiry Fund)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant sizes range from $2,500–$20,000, varying by fund and county; most are one-year awards.
Summary: Supports charitable, educational, health, and community initiatives in select Ohio counties outside Franklin County, each with its own focus area and deadline.
Key Information: Eligibility and application process vary by fund and county; applicants must serve the specific county and fund purpose.
Description
The Columbus Foundation's Regional Funds offer grant opportunities for nonprofit organizations serving specific counties in Ohio outside Franklin County. Each fund is tailored to address the unique needs of its designated geographic area, supporting a range of initiatives in health and human services, cultural and economic development, youth education, senior health, and support for underprivileged youth. Applicants must align their proposed projects with the purpose and geographic focus of the relevant fund.
