Social Enterprises - Columbus Foundation
This grant supports nonprofit social enterprises in Franklin County, Ohio, helping them use entrepreneurial strategies to address social issues and reinvest profits for community benefit.
Funder: Columbus Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Amount not specified; awards are capacity-building grants for nonprofit social enterprises.
Summary: Supports nonprofit organizations operating or launching social enterprises that reinvest profits to advance their missions in Franklin County, Ohio.
Key Information: Applicants must demonstrate substantial benefit to Franklin County.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Columbus Foundation is designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations that use entrepreneurial strategies to address social issues. The program specifically supports social enterprises—ventures operated by nonprofits that prioritize a social objective and reinvest profits to further their missions. The Foundation encourages applicants to first explore programs like GiveBackHack, SEA Change, and Innovation Catalyst for coaching and development before applying.
