Grants at Warren County Foundation
The Warren County Foundation offers a variety of grant opportunities for organizations making an impact in our region.
Each grant program is tailored to support initiatives that address local needs and strengthen our communities.
For any questions, contact Mike McGinty, WCF Interim CEO, mmcginty@warrencountyfoundation.org
WCF Community Grants
(Previously WCF Impact Grants and Discretionary Grants)
WCF Community Impact Focus Areas: Requests need to focus on at least one of our focus areas: Community Health, Economic Growth and Vitality, Education, Environment, Poverty & Hunger, Recreation & Leisure.
Warren County Community Impact: Requests that are funded impact a significant number of Warren County residents and/or meet a specific need in the community.
Grants typically range from $500 to $10,000.
2026 Grants:
2026 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Grant Decisions: December 2026 - January 2027
2027 Grants Timeline TBD
Women’s Fund of Warren County Grants
The Women’s Fund supports programs that drive lasting change and improve the lives of women and children in Warren County. Each fall, qualified organizations can submit proposals for review. The Grant Review Committee selects 3–4 finalists to present their proposals to the Fund’s membership, who then vote to decide how funds are awarded. This member-led process ensures community voices help shape local impact.
Grant awards can range from $500 to $5,000.
2026 Grants:
2026 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Grant Decisions: October 2026
2027 Grant Applications will be available in late August
Environmental Fund Grants
The Environmental Fund supports local projects that promote conservation and sustainable practices through education, community engagement, and grants. Funding is awarded to individuals or businesses making a positive environmental impact in Warren County.
Examples include: rain gardens, biodegradable products, composting, recycling, and other green initiatives.
Grant awards can range from $500 to $5,000.
2026 Grants:
2026 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Grant Decisions: January 2027
2027 Grant Applications will be available in late August
Mary Ann Klingling Trust Fund
The Mary Ann Klingling Trust Fund is administered through the Warren County Foundation. It assists private (non-governmental) entities that provide services to troubled or at-risk Children living in Warren County, Ohio, including but not limited to providing education, maintenance, and support.
Grant awards can range from $1,000 to $15,000.
2026 Grants:
2026 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Grant Decisions: December 2026
2027 Grant Applications will be available in late August
Duke Energy Small Business Assistance Grants
Administered by the Warren County Foundation for small businesses in a specific community in Warren County
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Grants of up to $5,000 to support a small business (less than 50 employees)
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Must be a Duke Energy customer
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Application deadline: TBD
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WCF partners with Duke Energy, City of Mason, MADE Chamber, and Warren County SBDC to review proposals
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Grant awardees will be notified in late October
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Grant awards will be presented in late fall.
2026: TBD
2025: Mason
2024: Deerfield Township
2023: Lebanon and Turtlecreek Township
2023: Morrow and surrounding townships
2022: Carlisle, Franklin, and Franklin Township