Grant funding available for nonprofits, schools and public organizations serving Highland County
The Highland County Community Fund (HCCF) in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is accepting grant applications from nonprofits, schools and public organizations for projects and programs benefiting Highland County residents and communities.
The 2023 application period for grant funding opened Aug. 1 and closes Sept. 12.
HCCF and FAO’s I’m a Child of Appalachia® Fund will award grants across five areas essential to creating and sustaining transformative change: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. Emphasis is on supporting individuals of all ages who are spearheading projects and programs that create opportunities, meet pressing needs and unleash the potential within Highland County. Applications that support youth-led projects are encouraged as well.
Additional information and the 2023 grant application are available at www.AppalachianOhio.org/Highland.
Earnings from charitable giving to HCCF are reinvested in Highland County through annual grants that meet the county’s greatest needs and seize its most promising opportunities. In fall 2022, HCCF and FAO awarded five grants, totaling $10,000, to organizations serving Highland County.
“As a board member, it is fulfilling to see the impact these grants have already made locally to our communities,” said Susan Davis, an HCCF board member.
To learn more about the Highland County Community Fund and how to support its work, visit www.AppalachianOhio.org/Highland, email Highland@ffao.org or call (740) 753-1111.
About the Highland County Community Fund: The Highland County Community Fund was established to ensure permanent support for the communities of Highland County and all those who call Highland home. A local foundation affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, the Highland County Community Fund works to inspire philanthropy. To learn more, visit www.AppalachianOhio.org/Highland.
About the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio: The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is a regional community foundation serving the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio. A 501(c)(3) public charity, the Foundation creates opportunities for Appalachian Ohio’s people and communities by inspiring and supporting philanthropy. For more information, visit www.AppalachianOhio.org and follow FAO on Facebook and Instagram.