Unlocking Educational & Equity Potential: Your Guide to Ohio Grants

Ohio is spearheading efforts to incorporate sustainable practices into education through the Youth Educator Sustainable Agriculture Grant Program. This initiative is designed to empower educators to introduce and expand innovative sustainable agriculture methods in their curriculum. By fostering an understanding of environmentally responsible and economically viable farming practices, the program aims to inspire young people to consider sustainable agriculture as a promising career path, aligning educational goals with ecological stewardship.

Ohio Grant Programs Overview

Aim High Afterschool Alliance Awards

• Description: Supports out-of-school programs for middle school youth to prepare for high school.

• Amount: $20,000 (1 year); $100,000 (2 years).

• Duration: 1 or 2 years.

• Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations for middle school students.

• Website:Aim High Awards

• Deadline: Varies.

IEEE Foundation Grants

• Description: Supports projects aligned with IEEE's mission to advance technology for humanity.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: IEEE units, nonprofits, individuals.

• Website:IEEE Foundation

• Deadline: Varies.

The Gannett Foundation

• Description: Supports community-building initiatives in Gannett-served areas.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in Gannett communities.

• Website: The Gannett Foundation

• Deadline: Varies.

American Electric Power Education Grants

• Description: Supports education projects focusing on STEM, the environment, and technology.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Schools and nonprofits in the AEP service area.

• Website: https://www.aep.com/community/education/

• Deadline: Rolling basis.

Columbus City Schools Grant Information

• Description: Offers various grants to support educational programs within Columbus City Schools.

• Amount: Varies by program.

• Eligibility: Columbus City Schools.

• Website: Typically available through the school district's resources.

• Deadline: Varies by program.

Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants

• Description: Supports distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas.

• Amount: Up to $1,000,000.

• Duration: 1-3 years.

• Eligibility: State and local entities, nonprofits.

• Website: USDA Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants

• Deadline: Typically in spring.

Dominion Energy

• Description: Supports community initiatives in education, environment, and human services.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in areas served by Dominion Energy.

• Website: Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

• Deadline: Varies by program.

Duke Energy Foundation

• Description: Provides funding for education, environment, workforce development, and community impact projects.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits and schools in Duke Energy service areas.

• Website: Duke Energy Foundation

• Deadline: Varies by program.

EQT Foundation Grants

• Description: Supports programs in education, community development, and human services.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in EQT operational areas.

• Website: EQT Foundation

• Deadline: Rolling basis.

FirstEnergy

• Description: Provides funding for projects in STEM education, workforce development, and environmental initiatives.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Schools and nonprofits in FirstEnergy service areas.

• Website: FirstEnergy

• Deadline: Rolling basis.

GAR Educator Initiative Grant

• Description: Supports innovative educational projects that enhance learning in Mahoning Valley.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Educators in Mahoning Valley.

• Website: Available through local community foundations.

• Deadline: Varies.

Ohio Department of Education STEM

• Description: Provides support for STEM education initiatives across Ohio.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Schools and educational institutions in Ohio.

• Website: Ohio DOE STEM

• Deadline: Varies by program.

Ohio Facilities Construction Commission STEM Program

• Description: Supports STEM facility enhancements for educational institutions in Ohio.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Educational institutions in Ohio.

• Website: Ohio FCC

• Deadline: Varies.

PNC Grow Up Great Early Childhood Grant

• Description: Supports early childhood education initiatives.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits and educational institutions focusing on early childhood education.

• Website: PNC Grow Up Great

• Deadline: Varies by program.

State STEM and CTE Funding

• Description: State funding for STEM and Career Technical Education programs.

• Amount: Varies by state and program.

• Duration: Varies.

• Eligibility: Public schools, charter schools, educational institutions.

• Website: Check state's department of education.

• Deadline: Varies.

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley

• Description: Provides grants for community improvement, education, and health in the Mahoning Valley.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in the Mahoning Valley.

• Website: Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley

• Deadline: Varies by program.

Toshiba America Foundation

• Description: Supports K-12 science and mathematics education projects.

• Amount: Up to $5,000 (grades K-5); up to $10,000 (grades 6-12).

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: K-12 teachers in the U.S.

• Website: Toshiba America Foundation

• Deadline: Varies by grade level and amount.

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