Greenlight Grants
Dayton Foundation Greenlight Grants provide quick, one-time funding to support impactful nonprofit projects and expansions in the Greater Dayton area.
Funder: Dayton Foundation
Due Dates: March 2, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $500–$7,500 per award; grants are one-time, quick-response awards for special nonprofit projects.
Summary: Quarterly grants supporting nonprofit projects, expansions, capital improvements, or capacity building in Greater Dayton.
Key Information: Notification of award status within two weeks of each deadline.
Description
Greenlight Grants are small, competitive, and quick-response funding opportunities offered quarterly by the Dayton Foundation. The program is designed to support special projects, program expansions, capital improvements, or capacity-building activities for nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Dayton region. The intent is to provide timely support for qualified projects that address immediate needs or opportunities, helping organizations enhance their community impact.
