Ohio Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek support that may complement evolutionary biology outreach or education efforts. Focused on work, home, and play, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in its service communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Ohio Youth Services
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may benefit youth and family services. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites organizations to apply for charitable contributions that demonstrate measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a strong program budget within communities where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Ohio may be eligible for grants that support new approaches and emerging directions. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least a year pursue creative solutions, which can include evolutionary biology-related societal challenges.
Creag Foundation
Ohio Youth and Education Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth with education, health, development, or welfare programs in Ohio and beyond can seek funding for direct services, scholarships, child advocacy, and related initiatives. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects including scientific endeavors, environmental education, homelessness and poverty services, and refugee enrichment, with awards up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
With a mission to support early-stage social impact innovation, nonprofits and impact-first startups in Ohio and worldwide can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for scalable solutions benefiting underserved communities. Eligible ventures work in areas like health, education, environment, or economic mobility and are post-pilot, pre-scale organizations under 10 years old.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Ohio Tech-Enabled Education Funding via Cisco
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Ohio and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help early-stage, innovative programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Education Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Focused on safety, education, and community development, State Farm Companies Foundation invites Ohio educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies to seek support for eligible initiatives. Organizations working in areas like community safety, affordable housing, job training, STEM education, or related programming may be eligible for these U.S.-wide Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Ohio
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Ohio offering arts, culture, or science programs can seek more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science initiatives, so Ohio organizations with strong, measurable impact and large constituencies may be competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services, including those in Ohio, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support equitable care, education, and local community needs. Funding may assist food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, or healthy lifestyle and screening initiatives that intersect with evolutionary biology research or education.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Ohio organizations working in education, children’s health, or family economic stability can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects serving urban low-income children and youth. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public agencies in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Ohio Communities
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio communities where PNC operates can seek funding for early childhood education or community economic development initiatives. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for programs such as early learning, STEM education, affordable housing, small business support, workforce readiness, and related services that may benefit evolutionary biology education or outreach efforts.
PNC Foundation
Community and Science Funding for Charities from Roche
Ohio accredited charities running humanitarian, science education, community, environmental, or arts projects can access funding through Roche, which supports innovative, high-quality initiatives worldwide. Programs that promote sustainable development and allow Roche expertise or employee engagement may be eligible, including Ohio efforts in STEM education, children’s health, environmental conservation, or related community services.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in Ohio and worldwide can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support. The foundation funds programs for marginalized communities, including healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and related human and social services. Ohio groups with relevant initiatives may be eligible within its international portfolio.
Semnani Family Foundation
Ohio Science Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Ohio scientific and educational 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work conducted in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal (and, where applicable, California) law and use grant funds domestically, which may include evolutionary biology research or related programs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts, environment, or inclusion can receive sponsorship support for community-focused programs. Bank of America Charitable Foundation offers regional U.S. sponsorships that may benefit organizations with evolutionary biology-related outreach or education when tied to community, environmental, or cultural initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Conservation Storytelling Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Ohio can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the real-world impact of their conservation work through compelling media and narratives. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds projects that highlight efforts in wildlife conservation and related environmental preservation, offering more than US $50,000 to amplify mission-driven stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region with programs in education, animal welfare, conservation, health, poverty relief, disaster response, veterans, or spiritual initiatives can apply for Robinson Foundation support. Grants from Robinson Foundation help mission-driven groups, including those with evolutionary biology or related conservation work, fund single-year projects that create tangible, measurable impact.
Robinson Foundation
Ohio Evolutionary Biology Funding via Smithsonian Institution
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Doctoral candidates in evolutionary biology and related fields at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities, including those in Ohio, can receive up to US $50,000 to conduct dissertation research at the Smithsonian. Grants from Smithsonian Institution help support 3–12 month fellowships with an annual stipend and research allowance for Smithsonian-based projects.
Smithsonian Institution (SI)
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Ohio Programs
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. With a mission to respect all life and the environment, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with funding that may benefit evolutionary biology-related initiatives within these broader focus areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community and Education Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified government entities in Ohio communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental initiatives. Grants from Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritize projects within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community that support the long-term well-being and sustainability of those local areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that provide basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety services in Ohio can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants. Eligible groups must be within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office and meet mission alignment and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in Ohio can seek unrestricted program or operating support, typically US $5,000 - US $10,000, for work within the Lawrence Foundation’s priorities. Focused on environmental and community services, the Lawrence Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply for flexible funding that may also support reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Basic Needs and Community Funding from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can seek grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and cultural or community development initiatives. Focused on strengthening communities, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in Ohio
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Ohio 501(c)(3) organizations with programs in education, health care, social services, civic or cultural work, or environmental initiatives can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one year of project-based work, which may include evolutionary biology-related education or outreach efforts.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in Ohio
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Ohio communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates can seek project, general operating, or capital support to improve quality of life for underserved people. With a mission to strengthen community well-being, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides funding for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Partnership Awards 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. U.S. nonprofits, including those working in evolutionary biology with cross-sector partners, may be recognized for impactful, scalable models that improve lives and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation