2025 Grant Recipients

2025 Grant Awards

The Granville Community Foundation awarded $85,521 in grants in 2025 to support non-profit initiatives within our community. Each recipient organization shares the Foundation’s mission of uniting the financial contributions of individuals, families, and businesses to support what truly matters—like cherished community events, innovative educational programs, arts cultivation, and assistance for local families.

  • The Artist-in-Residence Program brings artists of various genres to Granville and offers free cultural & educational opportunities to citizens of all ages.

  • Camp Kesem offers free summer camp & year-round support to local children affected by cancer of an immediate family member.

  • This fund supports Granville residents experiencing financial hardships through a partnership with the Licking County Coalition for Housing.

  • Granville based, children’s robotics team “We DID Start the Fire” competes as well as offers free STEM educational opportunities for area residents.

  • This fund supports GGG, a group who is committed to creating a sustainable, climate reistent community, specifically through the use of solar energy.

  • The Community Art Walks bring together area artists, business and residents several weekends a year for a celebration of art, community and togetherness.

  • The Sports Media Club at GMS/GHS received funds to purchase equipment that gives students hands-on experience in sports broadcasting & media production.

  • The Granville Community Foundation is proud to sponsor the 4th of July Fireworks show during the Kiwanis 4th of July celebration.

  • Meals are delivered to Granville residents in need who cannot afford the service, in partnership with Centenary United Methodist Church.

  • GCF partners with GRD to host Concerts on the Green, a 40+ year tradition of a free summer-long outdoor concert series.

  • GCF is a premier sponsor of the Granville Turkey Trot, a fun, family race tradition that raises money for the Food Pantry Network of Licking Co.

  • Music on the Lawn is a congregate meal program where senior citizens enjoy lunch, music and togetherness at Bryn Du Mansion.

  • GCF is proud to be a key contributor responsible for bringing the free Granville Green Line bus route to Granville.

  • Four free chamber music concerts are performed for the community at Robbins Hunter Museum throughout the summer.

  • Granville is a proud sponsor of the Hot Licks Bluesfest, which is a celebration of music and culture and occurs on East Broadway.

  • The Denison Community Service Association connects students and the community to provide free swim lessons, promoting safety and wellness for all.

  • A children’s bike race as part of Granville’s Pelotonia teaches kids about wellness, giving back, and community while supporting cancer research.

  • The Dance for All program brings the joy of dance to Granville residents with disabilities through public classes in community spaces.

  • The Village’s online community calendar, created with the Granville Area Chamber of Commerce, brings the community together through local events.

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