The Springfield Foundation offers competitive grants funded by donor contributions, aimed at supporting nonprofit organizations and government units including public schools and municipalities. The grant application process opens on July 1, 2024, and the submission deadline is August 12, 2024, at 4:30 PM. Grants are awarded annually, with decisions announced by late November or early December. The foundation prioritizes applicants whose programs align with their grantmaking strategy, which targets areas such as Arts & Culture, Civic Affairs, Education, Environment, Health, and Human Services.

Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, churches, or government units, and must provide services to the Clark County, Ohio community. Additional requirements include a governing board and a non-discrimination policy. The foundation does not fund individual awards, political support, endowments outside its own, sectarian activities, or fund-raising efforts. A diversity, equity, and inclusion statement is also required.