The Lima Community Foundation
Lima, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
34-6577091
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Community Foundation
Regional Funder

Lima, OH, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
34-6577091
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Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Lima Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Ohio and Missouri. It operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To promote philanthropy, and provide stewardship and leadership to enhance the use of community resources to meet the needs of Lima's residents.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LimaAllen County VMCCC Foundation
$632.4K
43%
Equestrian Therapy Program
$151.7K
10%
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
$70K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Lima Community Foundation?
No. The Lima Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Lima Community Foundation give?
The Lima Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio and Missouri. 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 The Lima Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Lima Community Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Lima Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Lima Community Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $250 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Lima Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Lima Community Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include LimaAllen County VMCCC Foundation, Equestrian Therapy Program, and OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Lima Community Foundation?
The Lima Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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