The Thomas J. Emery Memorial
The Thomas J. Emery Memorial funds projects that improve the social, cultural, educational, civic, and physical conditions of the Greater Cincinnati area.
Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Due Dates: June 15, 2026 (LOI) | August 1, 2026 (Proposal) | December 1, 2026 (LOI) | February 1, 2027 (Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards support capital and program needs; operating and endowment grants are limited. Award size varies by project scope.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance the lives of Greater Cincinnatians, with a focus on cultural, educational, social, civic, and physical betterment.
Key Information: Applicants must generally be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in the Greater Cincinnati area; 24-month reapplication wait after grant/decline.
Description
The Thomas J. Emery Memorial is a private foundation administered in partnership with the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Its mission is to enhance the lives of Greater Cincinnatians by supporting projects that improve social, cultural, educational, civic, and physical conditions in the region. The foundation has a historic emphasis on supporting local cultural and educational institutions, but also considers a broad range of community impact projects. Grants are typically awarded for capital and program needs, with limited support for operating costs, endowments, or federated campaigns.
