Foundation for Appalachian Ohio mini-grants increase access to opportunities and enhance quality of life for the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio.

Past distributions have focused on improving quality of life by increasing access to opportunity in Appalachian Ohio, including support for college visits, ACT test preparation and other activities directly leading to increasing student preparation for educational success and advancement.

Since the program’s inception in 2004, more than $240,000 has been awarded to regional nonprofit and education projects. Many grantees are able to use the mini-grant dollars to leverage additional funding for their programs.

Mini-Grants for Teachers and Guidance Counselors Available

In partnership with the Walmart Foundation, FAO is pleased to offer the Walmart Strive for Excellence Mini-Grants Initiative, providing investments from $500 - $2,500 to encourage and support the efforts of teachers across the region.

Grants will support learning projects and activities resulting in students' increased interest and pursuit of post-secondary education and exploration of career opportunities. FAO believes teachers' best know how to help their students achieve success and it is not lack of passion, but financial resources often prohibiting innovative programming.
Be sure to check this page often for future grant and scholarship opportunities to be announced.

Grantees by Year
Grantees by County

View a complete list of 2008 mini-grantees.