Ohio Community Development Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek support through the Community Possible Grant Program. Focused on equitable, high-impact community development, U.S. Bank Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated bank communities, including those led by people of color, whose programs may include services for autistic individuals and their families.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Ohio Youth Services
Ohio nonprofits supporting children, youth services, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program support that demonstrates measurable community impact. Focused on child- and family-serving programs, the Costco Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations to apply; autism service providers may be eligible if their work fits these priorities and serves communities where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs, including autism-related initiatives in Ohio, may be eligible for this grant. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations that are testing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues grow or move in a new direction.
Creag Foundation
Ohio Youth Services Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through health, education, development, or welfare programs in Ohio and beyond can seek up to US $15,000 for direct services and enrichment. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects including child advocacy, early childhood development, homelessness and poverty relief, refugee enrichment, and related youth-focused initiatives that may include autism programming.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first, mission-driven for-profit organizations developing scalable social or environmental solutions can apply for up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. With a mission to strengthen innovative impact, this global funder provides capacity, capital, and community that may benefit Ohio autism-focused organizations working with underserved populations.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Ohio Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to tackle major social challenges can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, including in Ohio, with awards up to US $100,000. Programs must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on crisis response, access to education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience, and may include autism-related services within these areas.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Funding from State Farm Companies Foundation
Ohio educational institutions, government programs, and qualifying nonprofits can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that fit this national program’s focus. Focused on community safety and development, State Farm Companies Foundation invites eligible U.S. organizations to propose projects such as disaster preparedness, financial literacy, housing, or K–12 and STEM education that may complement autism-related services.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Ohio
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek large-scale program or capital support for arts and science programming from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Organizations in Ohio offering arts education, STEAM initiatives, or artist development that reach broad audiences may be eligible, including those serving youth with autism through cultural programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, including those in Ohio, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support health and welfare, education, or community initiatives. Funding may benefit autism-focused programs that provide healthcare, patient services, STEM education, or community support for underserved populations, with requests reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering early childhood education or community economic development programs in Ohio communities where PNC operates may be eligible for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. With a mission to strengthen and enrich local communities, PNC Foundation provides funding for initiatives serving low- and moderate-income families, which may include autism-related early learning or support services.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding for Charities from Roche
Ohio charities managing humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts projects may be eligible for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy support, including programs that serve autistic individuals. Ohio autism program providers that are accredited charities and fit Roche’s global focus areas can seek partnership-based funding coordinated through the company’s local affiliate office framework.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can seek support for marginalized communities worldwide, including Ohio. Semnani Family Foundation provides flexible funding for programs such as healthcare access, child and women’s health, disability services, literacy, and broader human and social services, which may include autism-related initiatives within its health and disability focus.
Semnani Family Foundation
Ohio Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits running charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, as long as funds are used within the U.S. Eligible organizations may support autism-related services, education, or research as part of their broader missions. Grants cannot support individuals, political campaigns, or lobbying.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community development, basic needs, workforce, arts, or inclusion programs can access funding through Bank of America Foundation’s regional sponsorships. Support may benefit autism-focused organizations whose work advances housing, jobs, hunger relief, or related community priorities in low- and moderate-income communities across the U.S.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive more than US $50,000 to create storytelling projects that highlight their impact in preservation, education, or wellness, including mental health, in Ohio and nationwide. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant may benefit autism-related programs that fit within these three pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Human Services Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) charities active for over three years that support children, families, education, health, poverty relief, or related services can apply for single-year project funding. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line, and Ohio-based autism programs may be eligible if they meet this regional requirement.
Robinson Foundation
Ohio Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, including autism-related programs, can access funding through Insperity, which offers philanthropic grants and event sponsorships. Eligible organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work, and may apply once per year for either a grant or sponsorship.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Ohio Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support charitable work, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Ohio nonprofits with flexible funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. 501(c)(3) organizations offering autism-related or broader disability and support programs within these areas may be eligible to apply.
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 in Ohio communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or environmental programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that enhance long-term well-being in its manufacturing communities, which may include autism-related services and supports within these focus areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Ohio nonprofits, public schools, and libraries working in community services or environmental programs can seek general operating or project support through the Lawrence Foundation; typical awards range from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Focused on environmental and human services work, the foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations, including those with autism-related services, to apply for unrestricted funding.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Support for Ohio Autism Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Ohio running community-based, educational, health, or cultural programs, including those serving people with autism, can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to strengthen their work. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. 501(c)(3)s where modest funding can significantly enhance services and impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on community development and basic needs, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality initiatives. Ohio organizations offering autism-related services that fit these areas, especially those engaging Ameriprise volunteers, may be competitive applicants.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Ohio
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Ohio nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs through Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Organizations offering autism-related services within these areas may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s annual, one-year-only grant guidelines.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in Ohio
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving quality of life in Ohio communities can seek project, operating, or capital support for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief. With a mission to strengthen underserved individuals and families, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides funding to U.S.-based community-benefit nonprofits, which may include autism-related health and social service programs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio running youth-focused programs in education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Autism service providers may be eligible if their programs support underserved youth and families in these areas.
Chick Fil A 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 addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners; autism-focused programs that exemplify shared leadership and measurable community impact may be competitive.
Mutual Of America Foundation