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Innovation Ohio
Pub 78

Innovation Ohio
Pub 78

Columbus, OH, US
501(c)
EIN
27-4562062
Regional Funder
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Innovation Ohio
Pub 78

Columbus, OH, US
501(c)
EIN
27-4562062
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2011

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Innovation Ohio is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Ohio. In 2022, it paid out a total of $74.2K across three grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model by granting funds only through invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Innovation Ohio can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Innovation Ohio is a catalyst for progressive policy and grassroots activity that improves the lives of Ohios working families.
Total Funding Given

$74.2K

2022
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$37.1K
D
Desiree Tims
Board Member
A
Alan Bannister
Board Member
B
Brewster Rhoads
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Innovation Ohio?
No. Innovation Ohio does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Innovation Ohio give?
Innovation Ohio primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Innovation Ohio’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Innovation Ohio fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Innovation Ohio make each year?
In 2022, Innovation Ohio awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $74 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Innovation Ohio fund recently?
In 2024, Innovation Ohio awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Innovation Ohio Education Fund, Progress Ohio Education Inc, and Progressohio org. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Innovation Ohio?
Innovation Ohio does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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