Grant seekers

Apply for a StrikeForce grant

StrikeForce Cincinnati is pleased to announce its inaugural grant cycle. In our first year, we expect to award at least $20,000 in grants to faith-based nonprofits serving southwest Ohio.

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  • $20,000+Available this cycle
  • Jan 6, 2027Application opens
  • Feb 8, 2027Application deadline
  • Apr 29, 2027Grants awarded

Eligibility

Who can apply

Applicants may request a single grant of up to $20,000, or a smaller amount. Funds may go to one recipient or be shared among several.

  • Your organization is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
  • Your organization is faith-based: a Christian ministry or nonprofit grounded in faith in Jesus Christ, whose work reflects and shares the Gospel.
  • The project or program serves residents of southwest Ohio.
  • It will be implemented within 24 months.
  • It may be a new program, an expansion of an existing program, or a collaboration between two or more nonprofits.
  • Past recipients must wait two grant cycles before applying again.

Grant process

How the 2027 grant cycle works

  1. January 6, 2027

    Application opens

    The grant application becomes available on this page.

  2. February 8, 2027

    Applications due

    Submit your application electronically to the StrikeForce Grant Committee. The committee reviews each application for completeness and forwards it to the StrikeForce Board, who select the finalists. We may contact you for more information or clarification.

  3. March 4, 2027

    Finalists notified

    Finalists will be placed on the ballot for the member vote. Each finalist will be asked to prepare a short written paragraph or video to share with members. Applicants who are not selected as finalists will also be notified.

  4. April 1–15, 2027

    Members vote

    Ballot materials go to StrikeForce members electronically on April 1, and voting closes April 15. Winners are then notified and invited to the grant celebration.

  5. April 29, 2027

    Grant celebration

    We present the grants at our celebration event (details to come).

Application

Grant application

Applications are due February 8, 2027. Fields marked are required.

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1 Applicant information

Used to confirm your 501(c)(3) status.

2 Summary of proposal

Up to $20,000.

Give a brief overview of the project or program you want funded. Include its core purpose, expected impact, and the people it serves.

3 Your organization

Describe your organization's mission and history, and the community you serve. Include demographic details, geographic reach, and any other relevant background.

List the programs and services your organization offers today. Explain how they meet community needs and how they fit with StrikeForce's mission.

Highlight key achievements, milestones, awards, or measurable outcomes. Then outline your goals for the proposed project.

4 Funding and budget

List current or expected funding for this proposal, such as grants, donations, sponsorships, fundraising events, or government support.

Provide the budget for this project. You can type it below, attach a file, or both.

PDF, Excel, or Word. Maximum 8 MB.

5 Timeline and impact

Outline the timeline for carrying out the project, including the start date, major milestones, and expected completion. Projects must be completed within 24 months.

Estimate how many people will benefit directly from this project.

6 Eligibility and agreement

Questions? Email hello@example.org.