[Licking County Foundation](https://www.thelcfoundation.org)

No fixed deadline; applications accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Varies by project; multi-year and one-year grants available.

Supports nonprofits addressing Licking County community needs through strategic, targeted grants aligned with local priorities.

--- ## Description Licking County Foundation’s Strategic and Field of Interest Grants provide funding to nonprofit organizations that address evolving needs in Licking County, Ohio. Guided by community input, data, and engagement with nonprofit partners, these grants are awarded from Unrestricted and Field of Interest funds to maximize local impact. The foundation’s Grant Partnership Committee, comprised of community volunteers, reviews potential partners and initiatives throughout the year. Grants support new and existing programs, responses to emerging needs, and innovative services that might not otherwise be possible. The Foundation sets annual priority and focus areas, seeking to invest in projects that align with its strategic plan. Both multi-year and one-year partnership opportunities are available, depending on the community need addressed. --- ## Due Dates - No fixed deadline; applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. - Grant Partnership Committee meets quarterly to review applications. --- ## Funding Amount - Funding amount varies by project and grant type. - Multi-year grants are available for high-priority areas (e.g., arts & culture, capital projects, community development, education, health, supportive communities). - One-year grants are available for focus areas such as advocacy for the underserved, animal welfare, and senior quality of life. - The Foundation does not specify minimum or maximum award amounts; funding is determined based on project scope and alignment with priorities. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a nonprofit with IRS 501(c)(3) status and a determination letter. - Must primarily serve residents of Licking County, Ohio. - Faith-based organizations may apply if programs are secular and open to all. - School systems may apply at the district level; individual classrooms or school groups are ineligible. - Large organizations must apply through the president’s, director’s, or development office. - Organizations must not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes. - Previous grantees must be in good standing and have fulfilled reporting requirements. **Restrictions:** - Not open to individuals, private foundations, political organizations/candidates, or for lobbying activities. - Generally excludes state/local government agencies, organizations using fiscal agents, and re-granting organizations. - Excludes fraternal, labor, social, or veterans’ groups, community athletic teams, individual school classrooms, public agencies for mandated services, academic research, advertising, sponsorships, and travel/conference expenses. - Will not fund annual campaigns, scholarships, endowments, deficit or debt reduction, direct religious activity, or work already completed. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [LCF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/GLreRE). - First-time applicants must create an account for their organization. - Organizations are encouraged to review the [Discretionary Grant Program Guidelines](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/file_download/c57980b0-a32b-4516-a72d-177108b257c0) before applying. - Applicants should ensure their project aligns with the Foundation’s [current priority areas](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/file_download/610dbee6-b23c-4475-b9e0-40603b33decc). - The Grant Partnership Committee reviews proposals quarterly; applicants may be contacted for additional information or clarification. --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to projects that launch new initiatives, support special purposes for established organizations, or deliver innovative solutions to community challenges. - The Foundation values projects that foster collaboration, leverage additional resources, and make a measurable impact. - If a project does not fit within current focus areas, it may not be funded in the current cycle, but information is retained for future consideration. --- ## External Links - [LCF Grant Program Page](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/grants/our-grant-programs/our-grant-programs.html) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/GLreRE) - [Discretionary Grant Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/file_download/c57980b0-a32b-4516-a72d-177108b257c0) - [2026 Priority Areas (PDF)](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/file_download/610dbee6-b23c-4475-b9e0-40603b33decc) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Website | |------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------------------------------| | Bobby Persinger, Program Officer, Grants & Capacity Building | Not listed | 740-349-3863 ext. 113 | [Contact Form](https://www.thelcfoundation.org/contact-us) | | General Inquiries | grants@thelcfoundation.org | 740-349-3863 | |

Strategic and Field of Interest Grants

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