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Best Sandusky County Grants for Nonprofits in Ohio

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$3.3M

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$15K

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US Bancorp Foundation Support for Community Programs

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations advancing economic opportunity, affordable housing, or community arts and culture, including those serving Sandusky County, Ohio, may be eligible for this funding. US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars of work, home, and play.
US Bancorp Foundation

Unspecified amount

Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions

Rolling deadline
The Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions program prioritizes support for children, education, and health services within local communities. Nonprofit organizations seeking assistance must be 501(c)(3) certified and focus on monetary requests. Applications are reviewed within 4-6 weeks, factoring in community needs and collaboration. However, Costco limits grants to 10% of the program budget and typically restricts organizations to one request per fiscal year. They do not fund individuals or direct aid for various specific purposes.
Costco Wholesale Corporation

Unspecified amount

Creag Foundation Grants for Sandusky County Nonprofits

Rolling deadline
Creag Foundation provides Sandusky County, Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for innovative human services and other social problem-solving programs. Organizations with at least one year of 501(c)(3) status that are piloting new approaches or addressing previously unaddressed social issues may be invited to apply, typically after submitting a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation

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Up to US $15,000

Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Sandusky

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth in Sandusky County, Ohio can apply for Dan Paul Foundation grants up to US $15,000 to support health, education, development, and welfare programs. Grants may benefit child welfare, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty alleviation, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and related youth-focused services.
The Dan Paul Foundation

Up to US $300,000

Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides grants to early-stage social entrepreneurs working on scalable solutions to pressing social and environmental issues. By supporting organizations with innovative approaches and proven impact, they aim to uplift underserved communities globally. The foundation offers operational support, funding of up to $300,000 over three years, and fosters a collaborative community among its portfolio organizations. They focus on candidates demonstrating measurable impact and sustainable growth potential.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

Unspecified amount

Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm

Rolling deadline
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Sandusky County, Ohio can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. With a mission to build safer, stronger, better-educated communities, State Farm Companies Foundation supports projects like auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, and K–12 and higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation

More than US $100,000

Hearst Foundation Grants for Social Services

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Sandusky County, Ohio and across the U.S. that provide direct social services to address chronic poverty can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support. Hearst Foundation prioritizes efforts like affordable housing, food access, job training, reentry, youth development, and legal services that demonstrate proven impact and scalability.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Unspecified amount

Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Programs

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services in Sandusky County, Ohio may be eligible for funding to expand programs and services. Focused on health and welfare, education, and community needs, Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports efforts like food pantries, healthcare access for underserved people, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation

Unspecified amount

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education

Rolling deadline
Nonprofits and social enterprises working on education, health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling, including work in Sandusky County, Ohio. With a mission to expand opportunity, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports organizations in the U.S., India, and South Africa that meet its focus and impact criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Unspecified amount

Community and Education Funding from Roche

Rolling deadline
Accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in Sandusky County, Ohio may be eligible for support, provided activities stay within one country. With a mission to strengthen communities, Roche provides nonprofits with philanthropic partnerships through its Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program, coordinated via local affiliate offices worldwide.
La Roche, Inc.

Unspecified amount

Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in U.S.

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities, including work in the U.S. Semnani Family Foundation focuses on healthcare access, women’s and children’s health, disaster relief, literacy, and social services. Sandusky County, Ohio nonprofits with relevant programs may be eligible under its global funding priorities.
Semnani Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant

Rolling deadline
The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust

Unspecified amount

Sandusky County Community Funding via Bank of America

Rolling deadline
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Sandusky County, Ohio can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Funding may support basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion programs, helping strengthen low- and moderate-income communities locally and nationwide.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Programs

Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing education, poverty relief, health, family, animal welfare, or related services can access funding through Robinson Foundation if they serve communities in the Southern U.S. below the Mason-Dixon line. Sandusky County, Ohio organizations may be eligible only if their work directly serves this Southern region and meets the foundation’s impact criteria.
Robinson Foundation

Unspecified amount

Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Sandusky County Nonprofits

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects in Sandusky County, Ohio may be eligible for this funding. With a mission to support positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with grants for initiatives that respect people, the environment, and life in an ever-changing world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Health and Care Funding from Schlink Foundation

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing health, patient care, senior services, disability support, or related services in Sandusky County, Ohio may be eligible for grants that support programs and operations. Grants from Albert G and Olive H Schlink Foundation help Ohio-based charities, with preference for those benefiting nearby Erie and Huron County residents.
Albert G And Olive H Schlink Foundation

Unspecified amount

TJX Foundation Grants for Sandusky County Nonprofits

Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near a TJX location in Sandusky County, Ohio can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, TJX Foundation provides support to aligned nonprofits that meet its proximity, eligibility, and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc

US $1,000 - US $20,000

Sandusky County Nonprofit Funding via Dreyfus Foundation

Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Sandusky County, Ohio seeking support for community-based programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental and wildlife activities can apply for grants ranging from US $1,000 - US $20,000. With a mission to help smaller projects where modest funding has big impact, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports IRS-qualified U.S. nonprofits.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation

US $250 - US $5,000

Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants

Applications due Nov 30, 2026
The Spark Good: Strengthening Community Local Grants program by the Wal-Mart Foundation empowers local organizations through grants ranging from $250 to $5000. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare by supporting diverse projects, including animal shelters and educational programs. Eligible organizations must have a verified Spark Good account, ensuring funds are allocated effectively to meet local needs and foster community development. Together, we can create lasting impacts through small yet significant actions.
Wal-Mart Foundation

Unspecified amount

Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in Ohio

Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Sandusky County, Ohio nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status working on basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven programs can access funding through Ameriprise Financial. Grants support hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, small business and nonprofit development, and arts and cultural enrichment, with priority for communities near Ameriprise employee centers or national organizations.
Ameriprise Financial

US $5,000 - US $20,000

Nordstrom Community Grant

Applications due Jan 31, 2027
The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.
Nordstrom

US $5,000 - US $25,000

Community Program Funding from Dr Scholl Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Dr Scholl Foundation provides Sandusky County, Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits with grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, and related projects. U.S.-based organizations with at least three years of financial activity can request one year of project funding per grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation

US $1,000 - US $10,000

Hansen Family Foundation Grant

Applications due Mar 23, 2027
The Hansen Family Foundation Grant seeks to empower organizations that uphold the American values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Focused on diverse causes like children, education, animals, environmental conservation, humanitarian efforts, and arts, the foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that create positive change. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, while political campaigns and organizations with high budgets or overheads are ineligible. This grant fosters impactful contributions to society.
Hansen Family Foundation

More than US $50,000

Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Storytelling

Letter of inquiry due Mar 27, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek more than US $50,000 to develop storytelling projects that highlight their impact in preservation, education, or wellness, including work in Sandusky County, Ohio. With a mission to support community-focused change, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides media and narrative support to amplify local programs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation

US $1,000

William G Pomeroy Foundation Grants for Ohio Historic Markers

Applications due May 1, 2027
With a mission to preserve community history, the William G Pomeroy Foundation provides Sandusky County, Ohio nonprofits, municipalities, and academic institutions with funding for Ohio Historical Markers. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations can receive US $1,000 to commemorate significant people, places, events, or things from Ohio’s 1800–1900 past; additional grants are available statewide.
William G Pomeroy Foundation

US $30,000 - US $350,000

Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Sandusky County Youth and Families

Applications due May 1, 2027
Sandusky County, Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting youth, families, food access, housing, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. Organizations in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, or Singapore may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs in education, hunger relief, community services, or environmental initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Mutual of America Foundation Nonprofit Grants in Sandusky County

Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Sandusky County, Ohio with strong cross-sector partnerships may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits whose collaborative programs improve communities, can be replicated elsewhere, and offer innovative approaches to significant social issues.
Mutual Of America Foundation

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Ohio

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Ohio?

Grants are most commonly $97,851.

$97,851

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Sandusky County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Ohio awarded a total of 84,081 grants.

2022 78,879

2023 79,604

2024 84,081

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Sandusky County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Ohio, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Sandusky County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by -1.54%.

2022 $7,853,771,046

2023 $8,315,467,696
5.88%

2024 $8,187,079,289
-1.54%

Ohio Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Hamilton County, Cuyahoga County, and Franklin County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Hamilton County $3,320,115,009
Cuyahoga County $2,821,239,308
Franklin County $2,035,647,424
Summit County $545,376,601
Scioto County $393,048,909

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