K21 Health Foundation Grant Program

K21 Health Foundation is a private philanthropic organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for the residents of Kosciusko County, Indiana. Based in Winona Lake, the foundation operates an endowment model to provide sustainable funding to meet local health needs. The foundation is governed by a board of directors and managed by a dedicated team, all committed to enhancing the health and well-being of the community. K21's mission is centered on ensuring access to healthcare services and advancing health promotion and disease prevention efforts across the county. The grantmaking process at K21 Health Foundation is designed to support projects, programs, and services that directly benefit the residents of Kosciusko County and align with the foundation's strategic priorities. Applicants are expected to clearly demonstrate how their proposed activities will further the mission of K21 by advancing health and wellness within the local community. Priority funding is given to initiatives that address issues falling under one or more of the foundation's Health Pillars: Direct Services & Prevention, Community Culture & Wellbeing, Health Access & Opportunity, and Youth Development & Activity. These categories represent areas where K21 seeks to make the most significant and sustained impact. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with current IRS tax-exempt status in good standing with the Indiana Secretary of State, school systems that serve Kosciusko County students, and governmental agencies that provide services within the county. Proposals must clearly describe how the funds will be used to support programs or services that benefit the county's residents and address health-related concerns. All funded initiatives must demonstrate a clear, community-centered benefit, and applicants are expected to align their request with one or more of the defined Health Pillars. The application process includes a strong encouragement to schedule a pre-submission meeting with K21’s Grants Manager. This meeting serves to determine the suitability of the proposed project, provide clarity on the application requirements, and assist with the wording of the grant request. This step is not mandatory but is highly recommended to improve the likelihood of funding and ensure alignment with the foundation’s objectives. K21 Health Foundation accepts grant applications on a quarterly basis, with deadlines falling on February 1, May 1, August 1, and October 31 each year. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the due date; late submissions are held for consideration in the following cycle. The grant is not rolling but is recurring, following this quarterly schedule. There are no specific pre-application or Letter of Intent deadlines mentioned, and there is no indication of a required matching contribution. Applicants who still have questions about the grant process can refer to the foundation’s Frequently Asked Questions or reach out directly. The main contact for the grant program is the Grants Manager, who can be reached at 574.269.5188. The foundation’s office is located at 1101 Park Avenue, Winona Lake, IN 46590. There is no specific contact name or email listed, and the foundation does not publish a public link to a downloadable application PDF. All application activity is centralized through the foundation’s online portal and communication with staff.