Webinar: Ohio Arts Council Programs & Grants
Wednesday, March 19th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join Ohio Arts Council (OAC) staff as they provide an overview of OAC grants available to organizations. Organizational Programs Coordinators Jim Szekacs, Patrick Roehrenbeck, and Brianna Dance will share resources to support the arts in your community and tips for writing a competitive grant proposal. The OAC is currently accepting grant applications, so don’t miss this opportunity to discover funding in support your organization’s work and get started now.
Our Presenters
Brianna Dance has administered public funding of the arts for the State of Ohio since 2011. She currently serves as Organizational Programs Coordinator for the central and southeast Ohio region, where she builds awareness of OAC funding opportunities, advises applicants on their grant proposals, recruits panelists and coordinates panel reviews for seven grant programs. Dance previously guided organizations through the state’s capital funding process at the Ohio Cultural Facilities Commission, and served in communications and exhibition roles at the OSU Urban Arts Space. Dance was a fellow of the Jefferson Center Academy for Leadership and Governance’s Next Generation of Leaders in the Arts program. She studied fine art and philosophy at The Ohio State University, where she was awarded several grants, scholarships, and a university fellowship for her artistic work and research.
Patrick Roehrenbeck is the Ohio Arts Council’s organizational program coordinator for the northeast Ohio region. He supports organizations throughout the project and operating support grant programs application process.
Prior to joining the OAC in 2021, Patrick worked in the arts non-profit sector for 20 years. His roles included executive director and development director with several visual and performing arts organizations in central Ohio. Patrick brings a unique perspective to his role at the OAC with his experience and knowledge of the funding process as a former applicant to and grantee of corporate, foundation, and public funding sources.
Jim Szekacs is the organizational grants program coordinator for the western and north central regions of Ohio at the Ohio arts Council (OAC). He oversees the administration of organizational grants and initiatives, including operating and project support grant programs. Prior to joining the OAC in 2004, Jim spent over a decade as a self-employed musician, radio show contributor, contributing music review columnist, and music instructor. Jim earned a BA from The Ohio State University where he majored in political science, graduated with honors in English, and earned a Master of Public Administration degree from The Ohio State University’s John Glenn School of Public Affairs.
Webinar: America 250 in Ohio
Wednesday, January 8th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This time next year, we will be celebrating America’s semiquincentennial (that’s 250 years) in 2026 and Ohio is all-in to celebrate “Ohio Style.” The America 250 – Ohio Commission will highlight Ohio and Ohioans’ unique contribution to the U.S. for 250+ years.
In this webinar, find out what’s planned for 2026, how your community can join in the festivities, and what grants are available.
Webinar: US Small Business Administration Programs & Funds
Wednesday, July 31st – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The US Small Business Administration – The SBA’s mission is to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream by providing counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. Join this webinar to hear from our local SBA District Office of current initiatives and programs to help your business thrive and grow!
About Our Presenter
Terry A. Bolden – Deputy District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Central and Southern Ohio District Office, manages the delivery of the agency’s financial assistance, technical assistance and government contracting activities to customers and stakeholders throughout 60 of Ohio’s 88 counties. Deputy District Director Bolden is a dedicated public servant with over 25 years of public service and is recognized as an effective collaborator, creating strategic alliances across the state of Ohio. He joined the SBA in 2020, and in 2021, he was named to the Association of Ohio Commodores. The association recognizes those who are dedicated to Ohio’s advancement in all areas contributing to the economic growth & development of the state.
Webinar: The Single Family Tax Credit Program
Wednesday, August 7th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency’s Single Family Tax Credit program leverages public-private partnerships to increase the inventory of affordable, single-family housing for Ohio’s growing workforce. The program encourages the development of single-family housing opportunities, through either new construction or rehabilitation, by providing a tax credit to encourage investment in the project.
This webinar will provide insight into the program requirements and eligibility criteria for the Single Family Tax Credit program. OHFA staff will outline the thresholds that would make a project, dwelling, and homebuyer eligible for the program. Information will be provided on what requirements exist for projects that include rehabilitation of single-family dwellings, and the discussion will include how the tax credit is calculated and distributed. Additionally, OHFA staff will discuss some of the components of submitted applications from a practical and purposeful perspective.
About Our Presenter
Carrie Manno joined OHFA in November 2023 as the Single Family Tax Credit Section Chief, where she administers the Single Family Tax Credit program. Prior to joining OHFA, Carrie served as the Deputy Chief of the Office of Grants and Tax Incentives and Executive Director of the Ohio Tax Credit Authority for the Ohio Department of Development. She has worked as an economic development professional for over 20 years at the city, county, and state levels, focusing on the administration and oversight of property and business tax credit programs and economic development-related grant programs. Carrie earned her bachelor’s degree in economics from the University at Buffalo and a master’s degree in city and regional planning from Ohio State University.
Webinar: Historic Preservation Pipeline Initiative & CLG Grant Funds
Wednesday, August 14th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join us for a conversation with the Ohio Department of Development and the State Historic Preservation Office to discuss two funding sources to assist with National Register of Historic Places listings.
The Historic Preservation Pipeline Initiative provides small grants and technical assistance to assist in nominating buildings and districts to the National Register of Historic Places. The program creates a pipeline of properties that are eligible for redevelopment assistance through the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit program and helps communities and property owners advance redevelopment of underutilized historic buildings.
The Certified Local Government (CLG) Program facilitates cooperation between state and local governments with Federal partners to promote nationwide preservation initiatives. Through the certification process, local communities make a commitment to national historic preservation standards. This commitment is key to America’s ability to preserve, protect, and increase awareness of our unique cultural heritage found across the country. Certified Local Governments range from small villages to major urban centers. Once certified, Certified Local Governments may compete annually for grants to help carry out a wide range of historic preservation activities.
About Our Presenters
Lisa has been the Program Manager for the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit program at the Ohio Department of Development since 2018. She earned an MA and PhD in geography from the University of Kentucky with a focus on cultural landscapes, historic preservation, and community values for places. After beginning her lifelong love of abandoned places with exploring derelict farmsteads around her home in Southwestern Minnesota, then finding a niche in Kentucky mapping abandoned railroads, she can’t believe people keep paying her to creep around in abandoned buildings. She is thrilled to be working with communities to revitalize beloved places.
Nathan Bevil, Community Planning & Preservation Manager at the State Historic Preservation Office, holds a bachelor’s degree in history and historic preservation from Mary Washington College and a Master of Historic Preservation degree from the University of Georgia. He administers the CLG program, guided the development of the State Historic Preservation Plan, and provides technical assistance to communities on local historic preservation matters.
Webinar: Redevelopment Funding Opportunities from the Ohio Department of Development
Wednesday, January 31st – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join us for a conversation about community redevelopment and the funds available through the Ohio Department of Development to assist your projects. Funding opportunities to be discussed include:
Welcome Home Ohio
The Welcome Home Ohio (WHO) program is designed to provide grants for the purchase of qualifying residential properties, the cost of construction or rehabilitation, or a nonrefundable tax credit for qualifying activities.
Brownfield Remediation Program
The Brownfield Remediation Program provides grants for the cleanup of brownfield sites, to assist in the remediation of hazardous substances or petroleum at an industrial, commercial, or institutional property. Remediation includes acquisition of a brownfield, demolition performed at a brownfield, and the installation or upgrade of the minimum amount of infrastructure necessary to make a brownfield site operational for economic development activity.
Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program
The Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program is designed to provide grants for the demolition of commercial and residential buildings and revitalization of surrounding properties on sites that are not Brownfields.
Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Grant Program
The Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Grant Program provides grants to improve access to clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure. Grants of up to $5 million for construction projects are available to Ohio communities. All political subdivisions with the authority to own and operate public water and sewer systems and non-profit, non-community public water systems may submit an application
Webinar: Certified Local Government (CLG) Grants
Wednesday, February 8th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This webinar will be to discuss the now open federal fiscal year 2023 CLG grant program. We will provide an overview of the grant program with project examples and will answer any questions that participants would have about potential projects or applications.
Presenter
Adam Eltrich is the Grants Manager for the State Historic Preservation Office of the Ohio History Connection. Adam has been in this role for nearly five years. Prior to working in the State Historic Preservation Office, Adam worked for the City of Columbus, Department of Public Service and the State of Ohio, Department of Commerce. He has an BA in History and Political Science from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, OH and an MA in Public Administration from the University of Akron. Adam resides in Hilliard and is originally from Lorain.
Webinar: JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Program
Wednesday, January 25th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join the JobsOhio team as they share the latest information on the Vibrant Communities Program.
The State of Ohio has long been home to many of the most economically dynamic and livable communities and urban centers this country offers. JobsOhio recognizes that some smaller and mid-sized cities that make Ohio culturally rich have struggled to compete as companies and talent migrate to major metro areas. These smaller communities are part of the social fabric of Ohio and a vital part of the State’s economy. They need resources that will better position them to attract more private investment and create new opportunities for their residents.
The Vibrant Community Program recognizes that distressed communities may not have adequate resources to develop and implement economic development projects that can attract private investment and create new jobs. The program was established to assist distressed small and medium sized communities with the implementation of catalytic development projects that fulfill a market need and represent a significant reinvestment in areas that have struggled to attract new investment.
Learn which communities are eligible for funding, what projects are allowed, and how the grant funds work in your community.
Presenters
Kristi Tanner is a senior managing director at JobsOhio. Kristi is certified as an economic development finance professional through the National Development Council and served several years as a member of Ohio’s Development Finance Advisory Council. Prior to JobsOhio, Kristi was an assistant director and chief operating officer for the Ohio Department of Development. She graduated from Morehead State University in Kentucky with a bachelor’s degree in communication and marketing.
Kristi has led economic development efforts at the local, regional and state levels, including establishing the governor’s first regional economic development office in Southern Ohio. In fact, she was instrumental in the transition and startup of JobsOhio.
Webinar: Ohio Arts Council Grant Programs
Wednesday, January 11th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join Ohio Arts Council (OAC) Organizational Programs Coordinator Brianna Dance as she provides an overview of the OAC grant programs available to organizations. Learn about how the OAC can support your organization and about recent changes to grant programs. The OAC is accepting applications now for 2023-24. Don’t miss this timely opportunity to discover funding available to your organization through the Ohio Arts Council.
Presenters
- Brianna Dance, Organizational Programs Coordinator
Ohio Arts Council Programs and Grants
Wednesday, January 19th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The Ohio Arts Council is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically. OAC has many programs and grants that enhance the arts experience for all Ohioans.
In this webinar, get to know your state arts council! OAC staff will provide a spotlight on Ohio Arts Council grants available to organizations, artists, and schools. They will outline programs, and resources available to the general public, and answer your questions.
This funding is available to every county in the state, to make your community a better place.
Speakers:
Jim Szekacs – Organizational Programs Coordinator for Western and North Central Ohio
Brianna Dance – Organizational Programs Coordinator for the Central and Southeast Ohio.
Patrick Roehrenbeck – Organizational Programs Coordinator
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding for Non-Entitlement Ohio Communities Webinar
Wednesday, March 11th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Community Development Block Grant money for non-entitlement communities is managed through the Office of Community Development at Ohio’s Development Services Agency. Money is available to help revitalize our small downtowns. The program has seen some changes, so its time to introduce or refresh your familiarity with the ground rules for using this money, and how and when to apply.
Preparing a Successful Bid for State Capital Budget Dollars Webinar
Monday, September 16th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Presented in partnership with Greater Ohio Policy Center & Ohio Facilities Construction Commission
With the passage of the state’s main operating budget, attention now turns to the state Capital Appropriations Budget, which will be introduced and passed in early 2020. The capital budget provides communities with the opportunity to seek state funding assistance for projects that involve the acquisition, construction, equipment, or renovation of buildings and other facilities that meet a defined “public purpose.” Communities – especially Ohio’s weaker market and smaller communities – must be prepared to “make their case” to secure funds for catalytic projects in their community.
This webinar will:
• Provide communities with a “101 on the Capital Budget”
• Highlight examples of small communities utilizing capital budget dollars for thoughtfully-planned projects, including their planning steps and process to secure funds
• Allow time for a Q&A for communities to ask questions
Speakers
Jason Warner
As the Manager of Government Affairs for the Greater Ohio Policy Center, Jason is responsible for representing GOPC at the Ohio Statehouse, advocating for the issues and policy positions central to the organization’s mission.
Jason brings more than 15 years of experience working in and around Ohio state government. For more than eight years, he served as a legislative aide in the Ohio House of Representatives. For the past eight years, Jason has worked as a policy advocate, working on issues including education, housing, transportation, community revitalization and brownfield redevelopment.
Jessica DeLong Bachman
As the Grants Administrator for the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission, Jessica is responsible for approving appropriations for cultural projects in the biennial capital budget. Jessica has been working for the State of Ohio for 10 years, approving construction projects at cultural facilities throughout the entire state.