The Women of Worth (W.O.W.) program, managed by the Blackford County Community Foundation, offers annual grant opportunities to nonprofit organizations that serve women and children within Blackford County, Indiana. This initiative supports projects across a broad range of focus areas including health, education, human services, and community development. The Foundation seeks to empower women and improve outcomes for children by funding initiatives that directly benefit these populations at the local level.
Eligibility for W.O.W. grants is limited to nonprofit organizations designated as 501(c)(3) entities, church organizations, or government agencies. A key stipulation of the program is that the same project or program cannot receive funding for two consecutive years. Organizations that received funding for a specific project in the previous cycle must wait until at least 2025 before reapplying for the same initiative.
Grant applications for the 2025 cycle open on August 11 and close on September 25. Final award decisions will be announced by the end of November. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the grant guidelines and confirm program alignment prior to submission. The W.O.W. fund is competitive and prioritizes proposals with demonstrated community impact and sustainable outcomes.
According to the broader guidelines issued by the Foundation, grants are typically not awarded to for-profit entities, political activities, endowments, sectarian purposes, or general operating budgets unless tied to demonstration or experimental phases. Proposals must clearly articulate the community need being addressed, provide a detailed implementation plan, and demonstrate collaborative or leveraged support when applicable.
Applications are submitted through the Foundation’s online platform, and it is recommended that applicants contact the Executive Director to ensure project alignment with funding priorities. Final decisions are made based on criteria such as the scope of impact, timing, collaboration, external financial support, and long-term sustainability of the project.
Further inquiries should be directed to the Executive Director at elizabeth@blackfordcounty.org or by calling 765-348-3411.
Applicants are encouraged to consult with the Executive Director to confirm alignment with funding priorities. Avoid reapplying for previously funded projects unless eligible under the time requirement.
