Before applying for a grant through the Knox County Foundation, please review both the FAQs and Guidelines for Grantmaking for helpful information on the grantmaking process. Below are descriptions for the Small, Major, and Summer Youth Enrichment grants. Also included is the Knox County OneOhio Grant provided through the Knox County Commissioners. All grant applications are accessed through the Knox County Foundation Online Grant Portal.
Please note that the Foundation’s Guidelines for Grantmaking have changed for the 2026 grant cycle. Both new and returning applicants are strongly urged to read through the updated guidelines before starting an application.
For applicant tutorial instructions and videos, visit the GLM Applicant Tutorial.
Small Grants
Organizations seeking funding for projects $10,000 or less are invited to complete the Small Grant Application. Applications are due for consideration on January 15th, April 15th, July 15th, and October 15th with the Expression of Intent due by the 15th of the month prior (see chart below).
Major Grants
Organizations seeking funding for projects over $10,000 are invited to complete the Major Grant Application. The Expression of Intent is due December 15th for the January 15 grant application deadline and June 15th for the July 15th grant application deadline (see chart below).
Summer Youth Enrichment Grants
Organizations seeking funding to reduce financial barriers that prevent children and teenagers from participating in meanting summer and extracurricular programs are invited to complete the Summer Youth Enrichment Grant Application. Applications are due for consideration on January 15th. An Expression of Intent is not required for Summer Youth Enrichment Grants.
| Application Deadlines | |||
| Type(s) of Grant | Expression of Intent Form Due | Application Due | Notifications Made |
| Small & Major | December 15th | January 15th | February |
| Summer Youth Enrichment | None required | January 15th | February |
| Small | March 15th | April 15th | May |
| Small & Major | June 15th | July 15th | August |
| Small | September 15th | October 15th | November |
Knox County OneOhio Grants
Organizations seeking funding for projects or programs which support efforts that prevent, treat, and promote recovery from addiction—including opioid use, co-occurring substance use, and mental health condition should complete the Knox County OneOhio Grant Application. Organizations can request up to $25,000 and must focus on evidence-based or proven children and family support projects. These grants are made possible through the settlement dollars awarded to the county and are provided by the Knox County Commissioners.
OneOhio Grant Application Guidelines
Expressions of Intent (EOI) Forms are due on October 3rd. Applications are due for consideration on October 10th.
*The 2025 application is closed. Check back in January for information on the 2026 Grant Cycle.