Ohio Community Programs Funding via US Bancorp
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek support through the Community Possible Grant Program. Focused on equitable, high-impact partnerships, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, including those led by people of color; food pantries may be eligible when programming aligns.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Ohio Youth Services
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that may strengthen food pantry or related hunger-relief efforts. Focused on community impact, the Costco Foundation invites applications that show clear community need, evidence-based outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support in areas where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social service approaches can seek funding to tackle pressing social problems. Grants from Creag Foundation help Ohio food delivery and distribution services, including food pantries, if they offer new solutions to existing or previously unaddressed community needs and have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Ohio Youth Hunger Funding via DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running youth-focused food access or basic human needs programs in Ohio can seek support for services that improve children’s health, development, and welfare. The DanPaul Foundation supports projects addressing poverty, homelessness, and hunger, with grants up to US $15,000 for programs directly serving children and youth worldwide, including Ohio-based efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm
Nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in Ohio can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects that address needs like food insecurity and neighborhood revitalization. Focused on long-term impact, State Farm Companies Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply through its Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants program.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Ohio
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Ohio offering arts or science programming can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with strong track records; food pantries with substantial arts education or STEAM initiatives may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support food pantries, meal programs, healthcare access, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Ohio food pantries and hunger-relief programs may be eligible if their work fits the foundation’s health and welfare or community priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Ohio organizations running education, health, or family economic stability programs for urban low-income children and youth can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Food pantries that also deliver youth-focused services in these areas may be eligible for grants of more than US $50,000.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Ohio Communities
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education, economic development, or community services programs for low- and moderate-income residents can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides funding for education, housing, small business support, arts, and neighborhood revitalization in Ohio communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can seek support for marginalized communities, including those facing hunger and food insecurity in Ohio and worldwide. Semnani Family Foundation provides funding for programs such as food access, health care delivery, child welfare, and other human and social services that prioritize vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Needs
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, food access, housing, workforce development, or community development can seek sponsorship support to strengthen local communities. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers arts, culture, environmental, sports, and diversity and inclusion initiatives, so food pantries and related programs in Ohio may be eligible under its hunger and emergency shelter priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including food distribution and related human services in Ohio, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s competitive grants; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Eligible applicants are typically 501(c)(3) entities or qualifying foreign organizations with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Food Security Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 16, 2026
Ohio and West Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits, faith-based groups, and government entities operating food pantries can receive up to US $5,000 to strengthen food delivery and distribution services. With a mission to improve food security, Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley supports pantries in its eight-county region, including Belmont and Jefferson counties in Ohio.
Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Ohio can seek support to tell impactful stories about their work through the Storytelling Grant, which funds communications across preservation, education, and wellness programs. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation prioritizes wildlife conservation organizations for unsolicited applications and awards more than US $50,000 to selected projects.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Ohio Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Ohio public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribes can use this program to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities in rural areas, including food pantries and food banks. Ohio food delivery and distribution services can access funding through USDA Rural Development for facilities, equipment, and related project expenses in communities under 20,000 residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Human Services Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Food pantries and other 501(c)(3) charities serving people in need can seek support for poverty relief, children and families, disaster relief, education, medical assistance, and related services from the Robinson Foundation. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations in the Southern U.S.; Ohio food programs may be eligible if they serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Ohio Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Insperity provides Ohio community service nonprofits with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships that support key service and fundraising goals. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations connected to Insperity employees, clients, or communities, and food pantries in Franklin and Hamilton Counties may qualify if they meet these criteria.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Ohio Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Ohio can seek support for their programs and operations. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with funding that may benefit food distribution and related community service efforts.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities supporting community programs may be eligible for funding to enhance education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment in Ohio communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that improve long-term well-being and sustainability in its manufacturing communities, which can include food distribution or related pantry services.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) food pantries and basic-needs providers in Ohio located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants to support food, clothing, and shelter services. Programs serving vulnerable families, at-risk youth, or survivors of domestic violence may be eligible after completing the required eligibility questionnaire and LOI process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Ohio Nonprofits
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help Ohio nonprofits fund community-based programs, including education, cultural activities, health facilities, environmental efforts, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. IRS-qualified organizations operating food distribution or pantry-related services may be eligible for awards ranging from US $1,000 - US $20,000.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Food Security Funding from CNX Foundation
Applications due Nov 30, 2026
Nonprofit organizations addressing food insecurity and related needs in Ohio and the broader Appalachian Basin can apply for CNX Foundation’s grants to support tangible, local community programs. Projects such as food pantries, soup kitchens, and other services for under-resourced residents may be eligible, along with initiatives in children’s wellness, technology access, reentry, and more.
CNX Foundation
Food Security Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) food pantries and hunger-relief programs in Ohio and nationwide can seek support for food delivery and distribution, shelter, and adult self-sufficiency initiatives. Focused on meeting basic needs and community vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. organizations with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply if they align with its three grantmaking focus areas.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Ohio
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Ohio 501(c)(3) organizations providing food delivery and distribution or other community services can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants support education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, and related projects, with one-year funding awarded annually through a competitive cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in Ohio
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio providing food distribution, hunger relief, or other community services can seek project, operating, or capital support through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. With a mission to improve quality of life, the foundation prioritizes economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Ohio with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborative efforts addressing significant social issues. Food pantries and food distribution programs that jointly serve their communities with public or private partners may be recognized for their impact and leadership.
Mutual Of America Foundation