Best Medical Equipment Grants in Ohio

Ohio health and human services nonprofits seeking project support may be eligible for Republic Bank Foundation funding for healthcare access and delivery, human services, and related community programs. Republic Bank Foundation also considers education, youth, family welfare, civic, arts, recreation, and in-kind equipment donations for 501(c)(3), (c)(4), and (c)(19) organizations in its service area.

Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public agencies operating health care access and delivery programs within 60 miles of downtown Cincinnati can receive more than US $20,000 for program-focused projects. Elsa M Heisel Sule Charitable Trust prioritizes organizations with operating budgets under $10 million and values employee well-being and living wages.

Ohio medical residency programs in family medicine and psychiatry can apply for Ohio Department of Health and Human Services funding, with awards up to US $1,000,000 to expand graduate medical education capacity. Programs that enhance health care access and delivery, especially in underserved areas, may be eligible to support training infrastructure and related needs.

Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible public entities can seek funding for health-related capital projects or special initiatives that improve health care access and delivery. Grants from James M Cox Foundation support priorities like health, early childhood education, family empowerment, and conservation in Cox service areas, which may include medical equipment or facility upgrades tied to these focus areas.

Health and community organizations in Ohio providing sickle cell family support and related health care access services can apply for grants of US $30,000 - US $90,000 to continue their programs. Ohio Department of Health and Human Services offers continuation funding for current subrecipient agencies working on hematological and genetic health disparities, which may include medical equipment needs.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working to improve community health and health equity in Ohio can seek project funding to address significant needs identified in community health assessments. With a mission to improve health for vulnerable populations, Commonspirit Health provides restricted charitable contributions up to US $150,000 through its Community Health Improvement Grants.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio can seek funding to enhance health care access, wellness, and community health initiatives, including related equipment needs. Grants from Cleveland Cliffs Foundation help health-focused groups and other community organizations improve human health, support healthy and vibrant communities, and advance environmental and educational programs in areas where the company operates.

Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits with programs addressing adverse childhood experiences and promoting children’s health can apply for AmeriHealth Caritas Foundation project grants of US $100,000 - US $150,000. Grants from AmeriHealth Caritas Foundation help organizations improve health care access, healing behaviors, and family empowerment in Medicaid-enrolled communities across eligible states, including Ohio.

U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits with 3+ full-time staff and budgets between $500,000 and $10 million can seek $10,000 - $75,000 to expand proven health access, mental health, or secondary/postsecondary education programs, including in Ohio. L B Research and Education Foundation favors research-informed, equity-focused initiatives over pilot projects, with a rolling, concept-paper-first application process.

Nonprofit and community health organizations in Ohio can seek funding to deliver in-person lupus education and outreach for residents affected by systemic lupus erythematosus. With a mission to improve health for underserved populations, Ohio Commission on Minority Health provides up to US $19,000 for patient and public education projects addressing lupus-related health disparities.

Members of the Columbus Association of REALTORS, their families, and employees in Ohio facing extreme, unforeseen hardship can apply for emergency financial assistance from the Columbus Realtors Foundation. This short-term support helps cover basic necessities not met by insurance or other programs and may benefit those dealing with health or medical-related crises.

Ohio first- and second-year medical students at schools with active Alpha Omega Alpha chapters can receive US $7,000 for mentored medical research projects. Eligible work includes clinical investigation, basic laboratory research, epidemiology, health services, leadership, or professionalism studies, with up to $1,000 additional travel support to present results at a national conference.

Nonprofit organizations in Ohio that serve residents with disabilities can apply for grants up to Up to US $25,000 to fund disability-related needs and help individuals access their communities. Grants from Community Fund Management Foundation may support health care access, delivery, or related equipment and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

About CommonSpirit

A calling that defines and unites

At CommonSpirit Health, we passionately care for the most vulnerable, relentlessly innovate how and where healing can happen and believe in uniting to benefit the common good. Our expansive network spans diverse communities, uniquely positioning us to meet their changing needs, improve population health and help chart the path to health equity.

Our mission, vision and values inform every aspect of our work each day and remind us that we serve our patients, their families, our communities – and each other. Our community health, research and home health programs help us address the primary barriers to healthier communities.

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We’re proud to support nonprofits that expand access to care, advance health equity and healthier communities. Learn more about our priorities.

Supporting our communities

CommonSpirit Health and our local facilities support nonprofit organizations that share our mission, vision and values. We give priority to programs that improve access to care and promote health equity and healthier communities.

CommonSpirit is proud to support nonprofit organizations that help improve the health and well-being of our communities. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we prioritize projects that focus on advancing health equity, improving access to care and improving community wellness.

Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental entities can seek funding for health care, medical research, human services, housing, and related community needs. Ohio health care access and delivery organizations can access funding through the Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation, which prioritizes Akron and Summit County and also supports arts, education, environment, civic, and youth initiatives.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and eligible governmental units in Ohio can apply for Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation’s charitable grants to support health care access, basic human needs, and community betterment projects. Programs improving health and wellness or related medical services, especially for vulnerable residents, may be competitive if they align with the foundation’s focus areas.

Ohio organizations providing durable medical equipment and assistive technology services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can access funding through Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council. Grants of US $27,500 support increasing availability and access to essential resources, services, and training so individuals with developmental disabilities and their families can participate more fully in their communities.

AmeriCorps Funding

ServeOhio provides grants to organizations that demonstrate they will engage AmeriCorps Volunteers to provide a service intervention that addresses a critical need in Ohio. We offer two funding competitions each year - a formula funding competition in the spring and a competitive funding competition in the fall.

Purpose of AmeriCorps State and National Funding

AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism.

AmeriCorps grants are awarded to eligible organizations that engage AmeriCorps Volunteers in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. An AmeriCorps Volunteer is a person who does community service through AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps Volunteers may receive a living allowance and other benefits. After successful completion of their service, AmeriCorps Volunteers earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award they can use to pay for higher education expenses or apply to qualified student loans.

Schools, public libraries, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Ohio can apply for Dollar General Literacy Foundation’s youth literacy grants to implement or expand programs, buy books, or purchase technology and equipment that support struggling K–12 readers. Eligible organizations must be within 20 miles of a Dollar General store and may receive up to US $5,000.

NAFC Open Grant/Product Donation Applications

The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the medically underserved throughout the nation and the more than 1,400 Free and Charitable Clinics that serve them. The NAFC has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar and a 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator. Founded in 2001 and headquartered near Washington, D.C., the NAFC is working to ensure that the medically underserved have access to affordable quality healthcare and strives to be a national voice promoting quality healthcare for all. For more information about the NAFC, including how to become a member, please visit https://www.nafcclinics.org.

NAFC Healthcare Services Expansion Fund

The NAFC Healthcare Services Expansion Fund supports the launch or expansion of clinical programs and new service areas that increase access to care for underserved patients. This funding is designed to help NAFC members introduce new services or grow existing programs that address unmet community health needs and improve access to comprehensive, patient-centered care.

NAFC Open Grant/Product Donation Applications

The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the medically underserved throughout the nation and the more than 1,400 Free and Charitable Clinics that serve them. The NAFC has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar and a 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator. Founded in 2001 and headquartered near Washington, D.C., the NAFC is working to ensure that the medically underserved have access to affordable quality healthcare and strives to be a national voice promoting quality healthcare for all. For more information about the NAFC, including how to become a member, please visit https://www.nafcclinics.org.

NAFC Response & Emergency Needs Fund

The NAFC Response & Emergency Needs Fund is designed to address urgent and unforeseen challenges that threaten operations or patient access to care within NAFC member organizations. These organizations often operate with limited reserves, making them especially vulnerable to unexpected repairs, equipment failures, workforce disruptions, or community emergencies. This fund provides rapid, flexible support to help stabilize operations and ensure continuity of care for uninsured and underserved patients.

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The Middle Run Foundation is a family-governed foundation based in Newark, Delaware. The Board of the foundation is chaired by Sarah Ives Gore, its founder, and includes her children, grandchildren, and non-family members who bring experience and expertise to our work.

About

Purpose:

The purpose of the foundation is to fund and support non-profit programs which focus on building healthy, self-sufficient families.

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The Middle Run Foundation makes grants up to $500,000 annually with individual grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.

Mission

To empower worthy nonprofits by providing critically needed, unrestricted funding that helps them fulfill their missions with confidence and sustainability.

How We Serve Nonprofits

AmFund partners with nearly 800 organizations annually—supporting causes related to health, education, the arts, human services, animal welfare, and more. We’re known for our:

• Signature silent and live auctions featuring once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences.
• National reach with personalized service at events in all 50 states.
• Comprehensive marketing toolkits, onsite staff support, and beautifully displayed materials
• No-cost platform development for virtual and hybrid fundraising
• In-house travel specialists who provide custom planning, extensions, insurance, and 24/7 emergency support.
• Ongoing educational resources, grants, and consulting support for nonprofit development.

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Our model is built on relationship, trust, and results. Every trip sold, every service provided, and every donor interaction is designed to maximize your fundraising impact—without adding burden to your team.

Homecare Assistance Grant

MS Focus understands the daily needs and challenges that must be met by both those with MS and their caregivers. In order to meet these needs in the most timely and efficient way possible, our Homecare Assistance Grant connects you to the best available local services. Should resources within your community not be available, direct support may be provided on a temporary basis.

Available Services include:

• Home Care - Personal hygiene services, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and transportation to and from appointments are all services that can be provided for a limited time.
• Therapy Visits - Based upon individual need, an appointment with an occupational, physical, or speech therapist can be arranged. Through education and training, these therapists can help to foster independence, self-esteem, and better quality of life for the person living with MS.
• Respite Care - Respite allows primary caregivers the opportunity to tend to themselves, or other family business, with the assurance that their loved one is being cared for by a properly trained individual. This service is provided on a short-term basis for a scheduled period of time. 
• Coming Home - Returning home from a stay at the hospital can be a difficult time of transition. We offer a four-hour visit from an aide who will meet the patient at the hospital, provide transportation home, and then get the patient settled comfortably at home.

Who We Are

The Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati is an apostolic Catholic community of women religious that exists to carry out the Gospel of Jesus Christ through service and prayer in the world.

Sister Elise Fund Grant

These small grants are requested by a Sister of Charity. Eligible organizations include:

• those where a Sister is currently involved in the nonprofit organization as a board or committee member, paid staff member or regular volunteer, or
• those either founded by a Sister of Charity, or at one time had Sisters involved.

The grant was named in honor of Sister Elise Halloran, SC, who served as treasurer for the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati from 1944 to 1965. Sister Elise was widely known for her financial acumen and stewardship of investments, as well as her strong faith, kindness, perseverance, care for those in poverty, and her support of Catholic education.

You Need to Know:

• Grant funds must be used for the specific purpose identified in the Sister Elise Grant Fund application. Once granted, any change in purpose must be approved in advance by the endorsing Sister(s) and SC Ministry Foundation before funds are spent.
• The authority and accountability for all requests to the Sister Elise Grant Fund rests with the nonprofit’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• Supplies or minor equipment funded through the request become the property of the nonprofit organization.
• The Sister Elise Grant may not be used to fund a Sister of Charity of Cincinnati’s salary or benefits.
• Due to our fiduciary and stewardship responsibility, SC Ministry Foundation reserves the right to approve or decline all requests.
• Upon conclusion of the grant, the organization is required to contact the Sister of Charity who supported the grant to describe the results of the project and usage of the funds.

The GoodRx Helps Community Catalyst Grants support community-led nonprofits dedicated to enhancing health and well-being for under-resourced groups. This funding aims to improve healthcare access, education, and essential services, addressing systemic barriers faced by these communities. Eligible organizations must demonstrate a commitment to community empowerment and possess a minimum annual operating budget of $250K. This initiative underscores the importance of fostering sustainable health improvements through targeted, inclusive support.

Healthcare Assistance Grant

The MS Focus Healthcare Assistance Grant assists uninsured individuals with the cost of visiting their MS specialist as well as dental assistance. The grant, which can pay for one visit and one follow-up, is designed to assist those already diagnosed with MS who may need a visit to their treating physician to renew a prescription or handle other important needs. 

Applicants give MS Focus staff authorization to negotiate costs directly with the provider, and the fee is paid directly to the doctor.