The 2026 grant cycle at Ohio Animal Foundation kicked off on May 1st. They are accepting applications for their small grant program throughout the month of May. The typical grant range is $250-$500. Ohio-based nonprofit organizations with programs benefitting companion animals and/or Ohio wildlife are encouraged to apply. Note that applications requesting a general donation are not accepted.

If your organization is working to humanely manage community cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and is ready to grow its impact, we have exciting news: the Summerlee Sustainable Solutions Grant Program is now accepting applications!

Jill Herbst, a founding board member of the Ohio Animal Foundation (OAF), has been deeply involved in advancing animal welfare in Ohio since the organization’s early beginnings in 2016. From shaping the foundation’s strategic vision to authoring educational content and coordinating outreach, Herbst has played a central role in OAF’s development.

We’re excited to announce that the 2025 Ohio Animal Foundation small grant cycle is officially open! Applications will be accepted from May 1 through June 1, 2025, and we encourage Ohio-based nonprofit organizations working to support companion animals and/or Ohio wildlife to apply.