The Vinton County Community Fund awards annual grants for projects improving arts, education, environment, health, and economic opportunities for Vinton County, Ohio residents.
Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio
Due Dates: September 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical annual pool ~$41,000; recent awards range from several hundred to several thousand dollars per grant; 12 grants awarded in 2025.
Summary: Annual grants to nonprofits, schools, and public organizations for projects benefiting Vinton County, Ohio residents and communities.
The Vinton County Community Fund, administered in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), provides annual grant funding to support projects and programs that improve the quality of life for residents of Vinton County, Ohio. Grants are awarded to nonprofits, schools, public organizations, and groups working with a fiscal agent, with an emphasis on initiatives that advance opportunities in arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. The fund aims to empower local leaders and organizations to create positive, sustainable impact throughout the county.