The Richland County Foundation's Board of Trustees recently approved grants to area nonprofit organizations totaling more than $207,000.

Catholic Charities is getting $50,000 to meet an increasing need in the community for assistance with rent and mortgage payments. The American Red Cross will receive up to $15,000 to provide emergency shelter, clothing and food.

The Third Street Health System in Mansfield will receive more than $36,000 to equip a mobile dental van to serve low income children in rural areas of Richland County.

And, more than $36,000 has been awarded to Raemelton Therapeutic Equestrian Center in Mansfield to complete the revitalization of the indoor riding arenas.