Grants and Funding
Fair Funding Information
Feature Race Grant and Capital Improvement Grant applications are due October 31, 2026 for the 2027 racing season. Fillable forms are in the resources below. You can fill them out, save them to your computer, and email to info@ohha.com.
If you do not get an emailed confirmation that we have received your form, contact us.
Your Fair's Racing Funds
Confused about your harness racing funds? Watch this short video to find out where the funds come from and where you should use them.
Feature Race Grant Application
The OHHA’s Feature Race Grant Program is designed to assist your fair by increasing the purses for feature races. The deadline to apply for 2027 grants is October 31, 2026.
Click below to apply.
Capital Improvement Grant Application
The OHHA’s Capital Improvement Program is designed to help fairs that host harness racing to improve their facilities. This is a 100% “Matching Funds” program. The deadline to apply for 2027 grants is October 31, 2026.
Click below to apply.
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Your Fair Fund Applications and Fair Date Request forms can be found on the Ohio Department of Agriculture site. These are due on October 31 of the year preceding your fair.
USTA Matching Funds Grants
More promotion ideas can be found on the United States Trotting Association Fair page, including information and applications for their Matching Funds Grants.
On-Track Accident Insurance Policy
Learn more about your fair’s coverage in the case of an on-track accident.