Media Release: OneOhio Unveils $45M Grant Opportunity
ONEOHIO UNVEILS $45M GRANT OPPORTUNITY TO ADVANCE RECOVERY AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
New Grant Round Reinforces Commitment to Community-Driven Investments
COLUMBUS, OH – The OneOhio Recovery Foundation today announced a new statewide grant opportunity making up to $45.7 million available to support prevention, treatment and recovery. Organizations working to address substance use disorder are invited to prepare for the upcoming Funding Inquiry window, which opens on Wednesday, January 14. The full Regional Grant Cycle 2 Request for Proposals is available on the grant headquarters webpage at OneOhioFoundation.com/Grants.
“This next round of grants builds on the momentum of our first cycle and represents another powerful opportunity for Ohioans to come together and create lasting change,” said OneOhio Executive Director Alisha Nelson. “With these investments, we can expand hope, strengthen recovery, and equip local organizations with the tools they need to help more individuals and families heal.”
To support applicants throughout the grant process, the Foundation will host multiple webinars, including the first of two Grant Cycle 2 RFP Overview sessions on December 16. Details about all upcoming events will be posted on the Foundation’s website.
Among key dates for applicants to consider:
December 10, 2025: Regional Grant Cycle 2 RFP posted
January 14, 2026: Regional Grant Cycle 2 Funding Inquiry window opens
February 11, 2026: Regional Grant Cycle 2 Funding Inquiry window closes
This new round of grants builds on the success of Regional Grant Cycle 1, during which the Foundation awarded more than $45 million to over 240 projects across Ohio. That process was locally driven, rigorously reviewed, and focused on evidence-informed approaches that addressed substance use disorder from multiple angles. Funded projects ranged from youth prevention initiatives and school-based mental health supports to recovery housing, treatment expansion, post-overdose outreach, and workforce development for the behavioral health field.
The Foundation continues to work closely with its 19 Regions to ensure funding decisions reflect local priorities and community needs. Drawing on lessons learned from the first round, including extensive feedback from regional partners, the Foundation has refined several aspects of its process to streamline the applicant experience while maintaining a strong commitment to transparency and accountability.
With the launch of Regional Grant Cycle 2, the Foundation continues its stewardship of Ohio’s opioid settlement resources, ensuring they are invested responsibly and strategically to create measurable, long-term impact. OneOhio remains dedicated to fostering solutions that support Ohioans impacted by addiction epidemic, empower communities, and advance recovery across the state.
For more information or to sign up for updates, visit OneOhioFoundation.com/Grants.
