Welcome to the Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives

Message from Governor Ted Strickland
The story of the Good Samaritan is a good illustration of how one must define the term "neighbor" and explains the need for us to act with compassion and mercy towards others.

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Welcome

In the Ohio Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, we know that more can be done when we work together. To this end, we serve as a catalyst for effective public-private partnerships in an effort to improve lives and strengthen communities. Our office works to promote these partnerships and to remove barriers for faith-based and community organizations and nonprofits seeking to access funding and training opportunities.

On our Web site, you will find current funding opportunities, information about our grant programs and other initiatives, links to resources to assist new nonprofits, and details on relevant events in your area. Review our
Quick Facts document to gain an overview of the work we do.

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for funding and training updates as well as other news relevant to your service.


  

Social Entrepreneurship Initiative

GOFBCI and ODOD Launch the Ohio Social Entrepreneurship Initiative. Click here to learn more.

  

GOFBCI Grant Programs

News:

Grants.gov is planning to close its site from February 6-9, 2010 to upgrade the system to better enhance performance.

To learn more about the programs we are currently operating click here.