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Vibrant Communities

Bringing prosperity to Ohio’s cities, towns, and villages.

Ohio makes it our mission to see every smaller cities town and villages. That’s where The JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Program comes in. It helps fund catalytic development projects that meet market needs and represent a significant boost to areas that have struggled to attract new investment. This program is strategically targeted, deeply collaborative, and designed to create lasting impact — not just a spark, but sustained momentum.

Every JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Grant project starts with a community visionary. Someone willing to step up to create meaningful, sustainable change for their community. Their efforts catalyze further investments, fuel transformational growth, and put in motion a domino effect that revitalizes countless businesses and lives. Vibrant Communities Grants aren’t just a testament to our state’s character; they’re evidence of a truly remarkable rebirth.

Success Stories

Vibrant Communities

Camden

MedShip investments propel revitalization of downtown Camden

East Liverpool

Relocation of corporate HQ brings new vibrancy to East Liverpool

Marion

Remodeled facility now houses a vibrant coworking space

Vibrant Communities by the Numbers

From 2021 - February 2025

$173M catalyzed investments through the Vibrant Community Grant Program
1.1M+ renovated or created square feet
$47M+ increased property value in completed project
39 projects

Take the Next Steps

Don’t just be inspired. Be next! This is your chance to propose your own Vibrant Communities Project and to help shape a better tomorrow. Simply fill out the provided form, and we will deliver it to your regional partner, who will follow up with you as soon as possible.

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