CFMC Community Impact Grants in Indiana

The Community Foundation of Morgan County (CFMC) is currently accepting applications for its 2025 Community Impact Grant. CFMC is a local philanthropic organization based in Martinsville, Indiana, with a mission to connect donors and charitable giving with evolving community needs. Through its strategic impact grantmaking, the foundation aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Morgan County, Indiana. This grant opportunity serves as a responsive funding mechanism, offering nonprofits and charitable groups the flexibility to seek financial support for diverse projects that advance the public good in Morgan County. The 2025 Community Impact Grant is structured to support a wide variety of charitable initiatives. Applicants are encouraged to propose programs, projects, or organizational initiatives that align with their missions and serve the broader Morgan County population. While not limited to 501(c)(3) organizations, all applicants must ensure their project or program qualifies as charitable, serves the general public, and complies with IRS and Indiana Secretary of State standards. Applications that further the impact of the organization within the county are strongly encouraged, and CFMC reserves the right to fully or partially fund proposals, and may require matching funds depending on the scope and nature of the request. The grant excludes several categories from eligibility. Ineligible applicants include government agencies, and disallowed uses of funds include religious projects, political campaigns, debt retirement, classroom grants, fundraising events, and activities not directly aligned with a philanthropic mission. Any projects or organizations engaging in discriminatory practices are not eligible for funding. Additionally, groups such as bands or sports teams must demonstrate a specific philanthropic project to be considered. For 2025, CFMC will award a total of $63,000 in unrestricted funds. This pool may be allocated to one or more recipients based on the potential impact and scope of the projects proposed. Applicants are encouraged to fully articulate the needs behind their funding request, as the foundation evaluates proposals based on their potential to advance community well-being. The selection process includes a detailed review by the CFMC Grants Committee, followed by a question period with applicants and final board approval. The grant cycle begins with the application going live on July 7, with submissions due by August 8. The Grants Committee will review proposals from August 11 through September 2. Any follow-up questions will be communicated to applicants between September 3 and 10. Final funding recommendations will be submitted to the CFMC Board on September 11, with board approval occurring the following day on September 12. For questions or more information, applicants may contact CFMC at (765) 813-0003 or via email at info@cfmconline.org. The organization’s office is located at 60 W Morgan Street, Martinsville, IN 46151, with a mailing address of PO Box 1413, Martinsville, IN 46151.