GCF awards grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in eight counties: Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren (Ohio); Kentucky: Boone, Kenton, Campbell (Kentucky), and Dearborn (Indiana).
We strive to make the application process as smooth and easy as possible. Our Community Investment staff is available to answer your questions and guide you through the application process. For more information, please call GCF’s Community Investment staff at 513-241-2880.
Click the thumbnail at left for a complete copy of our Guidelines for Preparing a Grant Proposal in PDF format. Please review the information about eligibility, funding priorities, limitations, and schedule before contacting GCF.
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant proposals. All potential grant applicants must contact GCF as a first step. For more information, please contact Kay Pennington, Community Investment Coordinator, at 513-241-2880.