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The Men’s Fund of Vanderburgh County focuses the efforts of male philanthropists to create positive social change by funding projects that address current needs in the community. Donor Name: Vanderburgh Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Vanderburgh County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The mission is to improve the quality of life in Vanderburgh County by collectively funding significant grants for charitable initiatives. Areas Considered for Program Funding Community Development Education Health/Mental Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Arts & Culture, Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development) Endowment Creation Areas Considered for Project Funding Capital Projects Endowment Creation Additional Considerations for Funding Proposals can be for either program activities or capital projects that benefit underserved residents of Vanderburgh County. Consideration will be given to organizations that demonstrate: Commitment to long-range planning, financial stability, and sustainability Sound plans to address ongoing or emerging issues identified by research Specific, realistic plans for program or project evaluation Desire to promote collaboration among organizations or institutions to prevent duplication of services Project methodology utilizing preventative strategies for addressing the issues and solving problems Evidence of organizational planning and management Funding Information The 2024 Impact Grant Award will be for $30,000. Funded programs and projects must begin within six months of the award and be completed within two years from the date the grant is received. Eligibility Criteria The Men’s Fund of Vanderburgh County welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations  deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, and from governmental agencies serving Vanderburgh County. Nonprofit organizations that are not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the proposal is charitable , supports a community need, and meets the criteria described on this page. In such cases, the applicant organization will be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Past recipients of the Impact Grant must wait two years before applying again. For more information, visit Vanderburgh Community Foundation.

The Community Foundation of Huntington County is seeking applications for its Accessibility Grants. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Huntington County State: Indiana County: Huntington County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/18/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Currently there are two potential tracks for possible funding: Pathfinder Services has the Community Accessibility Fund which was created to help communities become more inclusive of all people by funding solutions to accessibility barriers. Funding is available to individuals, families, and businesses to take ownership of the physical barriers in buildings and infrastructure that prevent people with disabilities from fully accessing the use and benefits afforded to all. Accessibility needs must be considered from an individual and community perspective to make the changes necessary to be a welcoming community for all. AWS Foundation has the AWS Foundation Community Accessible Communities Fund was created to help accomplish a goal all individuals with disabilities deserve a choice driven life. Preferences, opinions, priorities and accommodations are best defined by the individual rather than for the individual. This will help provide a more inclusive environment. Opportunities with the following criteria will be considered: presented with a focus on encouraging potential rather than identification of limitations.  social settings that include family and friends are preferred. Age related peer groups and potential for new friends is ideal.  ADA standards are the law and the minimum. Exceeding through the principals of Universal Design is desirable.  enhance and support education and employment potential will contribute to greater independence for the individual.  No one has all the answers. Collaboration increases the potential for greater opportunities. For more information, visit  Community Foundation of Huntington County.

The City of Goshen’s Community Relations Commission (CRC) invites neighborhood groups to apply for the Neighborhood Block Party Grant. Donor Name: City of Goshen State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/04/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This grant aims to promote neighborhood community-building activities, help build positive relations among the community, and enhance problem-solving skills among residents throughout the community. Possible uses for Neighborhood Block Party Grants include, but are not limited to:  Supplies for a neighborhood block party  Print and promotional materials for neighborhood block party  Activities for a neighborhood block party Funding Information The maximum annual grant total per neighborhood is $200. Eligible Projects In developing your project, please remember that the purpose of the Neighborhood Block Party Grant is to promote neighborhood community-building activities that demonstrate neighborhood benefit. One of the goals of the CRC is to develop and maintain programs that build positive relations among the community.  Funds should be used to support one-time events such as block parties, special celebrations, etc. Provide the proposed event’s date, location, and proof of the property owner’s permission to use their property for this purpose. Eligibility Criteria Applications are accepted from neighborhood-based organizations located within Goshen city limits. A neighborhood-based organization is a group with a majority of its members residing or doing business in a commonly recognized neighborhood whose purpose is, at least in part, to improve the quality of life in that area. Groups may be formed for the sole purpose of completing a grant-funded project and need not be formally recognized as neighborhood associations. For more information, visit City of Goshen.

The City of South Bend is seeking applications for its IGNITE Grant Program to improve South Bend Neighborhoods through innovative projects that spark community engagement and development and are led by neighborhood residents. Donor Name: City of South Bend State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/12/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the Neighborhood IGNITE Grant program is to improve South Bend neighborhoods through innovative projects that spark community engagement and development and are led by neighborhood residents themselves. The City of South Bend is offering grants of up to $15,000 to support projects that fall into the following general categories: Beautification wildflower gardens, tree planting Public Art murals, sculptures, street painting, signal box wraps Food Security/Access community garden Public Safety sidewalk connections, lighting, informal signage Health & Wellness walking paths, outdoor exercise equipment, compost, bike racks, bike repair station Public Space Enhancement picnic areas, seating, shared spaces, large capacity grills, park benches Neighborhood Signage neighborhood identification signs, information Capacity Building and Training Neighbor Works training, strategic plans, technical assistance Other This program is open to other creative project ideas generated by neighborhoods! Eligibility Criteria The program is administered by the City of South Bend’s Engagement and Economic Empowerment (E3) team. The grant program is exclusively for neighborhood associations and the residents within the neighborhood. A neighborhood association must identify neighborhood boundaries and develop a committee of at least 5 neighborhood residents. Ineligible Expenses Expenses incurred prior to application date Tree removal or pruning or general maintenance (including watering), unless part of a larger beautification project Events, activities, programs, and services usually included in the organization’s regular budget; unless the new funding is for significant improvements Operating expenses, including salaries and stipends Expenses that can be covered through the City of South Bend’s Neighborhood Toolkit. For more information, visit City of South Bend.

The Unity Foundation of La Porte County is accepting applications for its Community “Power for Good” Grants to qualified nonprofit organizations, governmental bodies, and educators serving La Porte County. Donor Name: Unity Foundation of La Porte County State: Indiana County: LaPorte County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Types of projects are funded  As Unity Foundation embraces the future of serving La Porte County, the Grant Making Committee encourages submission of innovative projects. Many good repetitive projects have been supported over the years, but the preference is to seek out new concepts that will further enhance the quality of life and strengthen their county. Further considerations include:  • Issues not adequately being serviced by existing community resources  • One-time projects or needs  • Projects that provide leverage for generating other funds and community resources Projects that facilitate cooperation and collaboration between organizations and the communities within La Porte County Funding Information  Requests should be at least $500 and no more than $5,000.  Eligibility Criteria Generally, only charitable organizations with verifiable 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, and operating or offering programs in La Porte County, Indiana, will be considered. Start-up or ad hoc organizations may not yet have obtained 501(c)(3) status. If that is the case, they suggest you find an organization to “host” the project or program and have them request funds with you. You may verify your exempt organization status by visiting IRS Exempt Organizations Select Check. Churches may request funds for non-religious purposes only, such as community programs/projects. Governmental bodies, such as townships and fire districts, as well as educational institutions including teachers, are also eligible; however, please note the additional restrictions for those organizations under General Grant Making Policies. For more information, visit UFLPC.

The Secured School Safety Grant program is an allocated state fund that provides matching grants to school corporations, accredited non-public schools, charter schools and coalitions of school corporations. Donor Name: Indiana Department of Homeland Security State: Indiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Uses of Fund SSSG funds may be used to: Employ a school resource officer (SRO) or law enforcement officer (LEO). Conduct a site vulnerability assessment and/or critical incident digital mapping. Purchase equipment, hardware, materials and technology to: Restrict access to school property and classrooms; or Assist with visitor management on school property; or Expedite notification of first responders; or Expedite access to school property for first responders; or Provide school staff with information about the open or closed status of interior and exterior doors; or Detect fire, chemical, visual, or audible threats; or Enhance emergency communications inside the building; or Assist with emergency medical response on school property. Implement a student and parent support services plan. Purchase or provide training for a canine trained to detect drugs and illegal substances, explosives or firearms, or to otherwise provide protection for students and school employees. Provide funding for school employees to receive training, including expenses for per diem, travel and lodging related to eligible training. Provide funding for school resource officer or law enforcement officer to receive training, including expenses for per diem, travel and lodging, related to handling a trained canine. Design and construct additions or renovations on school property if the primary purpose is to enhance the physical security of the school building. Implement a bullying prevention program. Purchase a one-time non-matching grant to enable school corporations to work with their sheriff to provide the initial set up costs for an active event warning system. Provide a response to a threat in a manner that the school corporation or charter school sees fit, including firearms training (curriculum now defined) or other self-defense training or securing funds for counseling in the event of a school shooting. Purchase student safety management technology. Grant Period The period of performance for the FY25 SSSG is September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants include school corporations, accredited non-public (i.e., private) schools, charter schools and coalitions of school corporations applying jointly. County School Safety Commission Pursuant to IC 10-21-1-4, the Secured School Safety Board may not award a Secured School Safety Grant to a school corporation, charter school or accredited nonpublic school unless the school corporation, charter school or accredited nonpublic school is located in a county that has a county school safety commission, as described in IC 10-21-1-12. For information on county school safety commissions contact your local sheriff’s department. Memorandum Of Understanding with a Community Mental Health Center IC 10-21-1-5(c)(2) requires that each school corporation, charter school or accredited nonpublic school shall certify to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security that the school corporation, charter school, or accredited nonpublic school has a memorandum of understanding in place with a community mental health center established under IC 12-29-2 or provider certified or licensed by the state to provide mental or behavioral health services to students before applying for a grant under this chapter. Site Vulnerability Assessment IC 10-21-1-5(c)(1) requires that each school corporation, charter school, or accredited nonpublic school shall certify to the department of homeland security that the school corporation, charter school or accredited nonpublic school has conducted a site vulnerability assessment for each school building used by the school corporation, charter school, or accredited nonpublic school before applying for a grant under this chapter. Virtual School Policy Virtual charter schools or virtual accredited nonpublic schools are not eligible for funding pursuant to I 10-21-1-0.5. For the purposes of the Secured School Safety Board and the SSSG, a virtual school is defined as any school (including private and charter schools) that offer student instruction at 51 percent (or more) off-site or off-campus through virtual distance learning, online technology, or compute-based instruction. For more information, visit IDHS.

The City of Bloomington invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding to support their efforts to bridge the digital divide and increase digital resources for residents. Donor Name: City of Bloomington State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: More than 10 Years Details: Bloomington’s Digital Equity Grants program, now in its fourth year, began as part of the Recover Forward initiative to help Bloomington recover from the pandemic and economic collapse, and advance racial, economic, and climate justice. Beginning in 2022, the award funds have become a regular part of the Information & Technology Services Department’s annual general fund budget. Since 2020, the City’s Digital Equity Grant Program has awarded more than $190,000 to local nonprofits.  The Digital Equity Grants program will accept proposals from nonprofits for projects that build capacity in the community to address digital equity challenges by:  Facilitating access to broadband service, especially affordable options. Increasing access to computing devices to effectively use the internet. Cultivating the knowledge, familiarity and digital skills needed to secure the benefits of the internet and computers. Improving skills needed to use the internet safely, securely and confidently to engage in digital life. Mitigating community digital equity gaps identified in the City’s digital equity survey. Aligning with initiatives recommended in the city’s Digital Equity Strategic Plan. Funding Information The Digital Equity Grants program will award $50,000 in funds to Bloomington-based nonprofits. Eligibility Criteria  Any Bloomington-based non-profit organization (or governmental organization) is eligible to apply. The organization must provide proof of 501(c)(3) status in their application materials. For more information, visit City of Bloomington.

The City of Evansville has announced the Forward Together Grant Fund to support eligible nonprofit organizations in the Evansville community. Donor Name: City of Evansville State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The fund, which is derived from interest on funds from the American Rescue Plan Act, will be used to provide support for eligible nonprofits who lead meaningful work to help strengthen neighborhoods and provide pathways out of poverty for city residents. Organizations may apply for up to $35,000 apiece to fund programs that fall into one of the following categories: Affordable Housing Mental Health/Addiction Food Assistance Job Training Youth Development Internet Access Childcare Access Resource Navigation Assistance Homeless Services Neighborhood Revitalization (i.e. Home Repairs, weatherization, etc.) Eligibility Criteria In order to be eligible for a grant from the Forward Together Fund, organizations must: Be a City of Evansville based organization or provide direct services to underprivileged or disadvantaged City of Evansville residents. Be a registered 501(c)(3) organization with a Board of Directors and have been continuously registered as such for at least 3 years prior. Eligible uses of funds include payroll and benefit costs, utilities, rent, insurance, and other operating. For more information, visit City of Evansville.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies that implement projects benefiting the residents of Jefferson County, Indiana, with a focus on innovative, collaborative, and preventative initiatives.

The United Way of Grant County (UWGC) is excited to announce its 2024-2025 funding cycle. Donor Name: United Way of Grant County (UWGC) State: Indiana County: Grant County (IN) Details: UWGC welcomes all 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations located in Grant County to apply if their activities align with the core mission of uplifting the community’s health, education, and financial stability. How does the united way funding process work? The funding process they follow is designed to be transparent and inclusive, with three key stages: Submission of Letter of Interest (LOI): This is the first step and your opportunity to tell us about your organization and its transformative program(s). A well-crafted LOI will include the following critical information: Your organization’s name and contact details. A comprehensive description of your organization’s mission. Details about the program for which you are seeking funding. Approximate amount of funding you wish to request. An explanation of how your program aligns with your organization’s mission. An explanation of how your program aligns with the mission of the United Way of Grant County. Application and Committee Review: If your LOI is accepted, the next stage involves submitting a full application and collaborating with our Community Investment Committee. Comprised of dedicated volunteers from across Grant County, this committee is tasked with scrutinizing each application through a thorough, rigorous review process. This includes site visits (when feasible), in-depth evaluations of your organization’s impact, and an assessment of its ability to deliver on its mission. Allocation of Funding: The final stage of the funding process happens in the Spring. Organizations that have successfully navigated the previous stages and have been approved by the Community Investment Committee will begin to receive their funding. This funding will provide crucial support for the organization’s program as outlined in the LOI and subsequent review stages. For more information, visit UWGC.

The Community Foundation of White County is now accepting applications for Mental Wellness Grants program. Donor Name: Community Foundation of White County State: Indiana County: White County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is particularly interested in innovative approaches to solving community problems, maximizing unexpected opportunities, and supporting projects that evidence collaboration among agencies. Within the scope of mental wellness, they are particularly interested in projects that: expand access to mental health services reduce the stigma around mental health build protective factors, particularly in youth provide evidence-based programs that impact mental wellness education or training for parents and youth workers They look for opportunities that will reach as many people as possible and will improve the ability of the organization to serve the community over the long term. Eligible programs/projects must serve the White County community. Funding Information A total of $50,000 will be available for the 2024 Mental Wellness Grants.  Eligibility Criteria The Foundation supports organizations that are classified as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Ineligibility Policies governing the Foundation generally preclude funding for: Individuals Endowments Existing deficits, debt reduction, and multi-year, long-term funding for projects Religious activities or programs that are serving or appear to serve predominantly one denomination and not the community at large (however, daycare/childcare programs, for example, if open to the public, would be eligible) Political organizations or candidates Programs or capital projects already completed. For more information, visit CFWC.

The Community Foundation of White County is excited to announce the 2024 Community Cares Grant. Donor Name: Community Foundation of White County State: Indiana County: White County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation is particularly interested in innovative approaches to solving community problems, maximizing unexpected opportunities, and supporting projects that evidence collaboration among agencies. Examples include: Start-up costs for a new or expanded project (should indicate a plan for future support and sustainability) One-time projects that address a critical need Capital improvement projects that are beyond an applicant’s means Projects for which support from CFWC will enable applicants to obtain matching funding from other sources. They look for opportunities that will reach as many people as possible and will improve the ability of the organization to serve the community over the long term. Eligible programs/projects must serve the White County community. Funding Information A total of $45,000 has been allocated for Round Two 2024 Community Grants to eligible nonprofits serving White County.  Eligible Criteria To be eligible, your organization must have non-profit, 501c3 status. This includes units of governments, school corporations, and religious organizations. Ineligibility Policies governing the foundation generally preclude funding for: Individuals Endowments Ongoing operating budgets, existing deficits, debt reduction Religious activities or programs that are serving or appear to serve predominantly one denomination and not the community at large (however, daycare/childcare programs, for example, if open to the public, would be eligible) Political organizations or candidates Programs or capital projects already complete. For more information, visit CFWC.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Ohio County to participate in or host conferences and training sessions that enhance community development, education, health, and cultural affairs.

The Public Art for Neighborhoods program, administered by the Indy Arts Council, offers grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 for individual artists or neighborhood-based organizations in Indianapolis to fund arts and cultural activities, public art projects, or arts collaborations with community initiatives, with the aim of enhancing local neighborhoods.

The Central Indiana Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Elevation Grant Program. Donor Name: Central Indiana Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Marion County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Areas of Interest  Thriving Neighborhoods Place-based efforts are designed to support neighborhoods that promote safety, strengthen social networks among residents and reduce or prevent crime in a specific geographical area as defined by a neighborhood and/or community and led by engaged residents and community leaders. Organizations applying for support in this area must be able to measure how efforts have increased residents’ safety and awareness in a particular area through resident surveys, increased crime reporting, or using crime statistics. These efforts may include: a focus on sustained efforts to engage residents and community over time to increase social bonds and decrease crime within specific neighborhoods, zip codes, or other geographical areas (i.e., crime watch, block parties, bystander safety workshops and trainings, resource fairs, anti-violence messaging campaigns, etc.) a focus on building community partnerships with public systems (law enforcement, court systems, prosecutor’s office, and corrections) within a specific geographical area to help reduce criminal activity by assisting with solving crimes, increasing crime reporting, or providing information to help prevent the occurrence of a crime (i.e., reentry resource fairs for families & community, driver’s license reinstatement fairs, engage in truth and reconciliation process to increase public trust, etc.) a focus on improving physical assets and spaces within a neighborhood that has the potential of improving resident safety and/or deterring criminal behavior and/or activity. (i.e., physical design and beautification to promote a sense of ownership and decrease stigmatization of an undesirable area). Empowered Youth / Young Adult Programs focus their efforts on providing supportive services (such as employment, education, mentoring, recreation, and family support services) to youth and young adults who face unique challenges and may have a higher likelihood of community disengagement without the proper intervention strategies. Organizations applying in this area should be able to demonstrate the impact of services and the ability to improve current conditions of program participants. A formal mentorship component should include regular meetings (at least three to four times a month) of sufficient duration (six to twelve months). Priorities for organizations that provide services to both youth and the parent/guardians. This effort may include a focus to increase protective factors and develop resiliency skills of specifically targeted youth and adult populations, including education, employment, and housing services: Youth (12-16) including those in foster care, struggling academically, suspended or expelled from school multiple times, truant, or known to be affiliated with gang activity. Opportunity Youth (16-24) also known as disengaged youth, are out of school, not enlisted, and not working, often resulting from systematic barriers to jobs and education. Young Adults (24-35) who face unique social-economic or social-emotional challenges, e.g., chronic unemployment, suffering from a substance use disorder, and/or trauma. Restoration & Resilience Providing appropriate community-based social-emotional development opportunities, mental health support, conflict resolution skills for youth and young adults. Programs and/or services that promote healing centers, trauma response services, therapeutic models, and reduce the use of drugs and/or alcohol. (i.e., recovery café, mediation centers, yoga, cognitive-behavioral therapy, art therapy & artistic expression programming). Justice-Involved Supports Programs focus their efforts on providing supportive services to residents currently interacting with the criminal legal system. These services support productive citizenship, financial self-sufficiency and reduce recidivism. Organizations applying in this area should be able to demonstrate how efforts influence an individual’s ability to gain skills, obtain work, secure housing, and prevent interaction with the local criminal legal system after being convicted of a crime. These efforts may include: a focus on providing support services to youth to prevent interaction with the juvenile legal system, the adult criminal legal systems, or gangs a focus on providing support services to adults who were or are currently involved in the criminal legal system to become economically self-sufficient, reintegrate into the local community and reduce recidivism Intervention Programs/efforts that implement integrated 24/7 crisis response services and supports for the priority population, ages 18-35. The response services could include housing, food, accredited childcare, mental health supports, and other crisis help after 6 pm or on the weekends. Immediate support for sheltering fathers with children in time of crisis is an area of need. For intimate partner violence, The Elevation Grant Program will consider strategies that engage and service perpetrators/actors of violence in order to get to the root causes/prevent issues in the future and/or intervene with current abuse. Priority Population Individuals  meeting the criteria below: Black/Latinx males between the ages of 18-35. Individuals most at-risk of violent victimization or perpetration of violent acts (previously shot/known gun activity, close friend/family member shot in last 12 months), referring to pro-social & supported grassroots and community-based organizations. Individuals with multiple interactions with the criminal legal system and unemployed, underemployed, and/or without a high school diploma or HSE/GED. Funding Information $20,000 – $250,000 Grant Period  Grant period begins: Oct. 1, 2024  Grant cycle period ends: Sept. 30, 2025  Geographic Restriction Marion County Eligibility Criteria Organizations may apply to multiple program interest areas and are required to submit an application per each interest area. Organizations that are start-ups and/or pilot programs may be considered for infrastructure development support. Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) public charity or an individual or entity with an appropriate 501(c)(3) public charity serving as a fiscal sponsor. Applicant must be located in Marion County, Indiana and serve residents in Marion County, Indiana. With respect to fiscal sponsorship, a 501(c)(3) public charity may serve as a fiscal sponsor for a for-profit organization, an unincorporated association, or an individual operating with a charitable purpose but without a 501(c)(3). A 501(c)(3) public charity may also serve as a fiscal sponsor for a grassroots 501(c)(3) charitable organization. For more information, visit CICF.

The Indiana Humanities Historic Preservation Education Grant, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, is available for tax-exempt organizations in Indiana to fund public educational programs about historic preservation, with a focus on digital projects, and requires a one-to-one match in cash or in-kind contributions, to be completed within a year of the award date.

The City of La Porte’s Office of Community Development is currently seeking proposals for its Public Services Program funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant program. Donor Name: City of La Porte State: Indiana City: La Porte Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/24/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Development Block Grant Program began in 2004 in the City of LaPorte.  Funded projects must meet one of the national objectives established by the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development. These objectives are benefitting low- and moderate-income persons, preventing or eliminating slums or blight, or meeting other community needs having an urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs. Proposed projects must be able to demonstrate a clear role in improving the quality of life for low- and moderate-income citizens of La Porte and must further the goals of self-sufficiency and self-reliance for La Porte residents. Funding Priorities  Homelessness — Objectives include the provision of services for: Coordination and outreach. Rental assistance. Supportive Services. Prevention. Non-housing Community Development — Objectives include: Provide support services to seniors, health services (including mental health), and emergency assistance. Support activities that promote self-reliance, employment, and education. Strengthen the capacity of local housing organizations by supporting fair housing outreach and education. Collaborate with local and regional institutions to ensure the availability of mortgages and insurance to all residents. Non-homeless Special Needs — Objectives include the provision of services for: Special needs coordination. Accessibility improvement. For more information, visit City of La Porte.

Indy Arts Council is now offering Art for Awareness Grants for projects that use arts-based activities to prevent or create awareness of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or addiction in Marion County. Donor Name: Indy Arts Council State: Indiana County: Marion County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Strong proposals will include collaboration between artists and SUD subject matter experts that use evidence-based techniques. For examples and ideas, read more here. Programs that are youth-oriented and/or center racial equity will be prioritized. Funding Information Grants may range from $5,000 to $65,000 and have no match requirement. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible artists: Are 18 years of age or older. Are able to provide a Social Security Number (SSN), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) or A-Number/USCIS Number. Are a resident of, and/or work predominantly in, Marion County. Eligible organizations: Have 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Are Indianapolis-based and physically headquartered in Marion County. Must include artist(s) in their program or project and provide them with equitable fees for their work. For more information, visit Indy Arts Council.

This program provides financial assistance to rural and volunteer fire departments in Indiana to help them improve fire prevention and suppression efforts through training and equipment.

The Christian Theological Seminary Faith & Action Project connects, inspires, and empowers communities of faith and others to implement effective solutions related to reducing poverty and increasing opportunity in Indianapolis. Donor Name: Christian Theological Seminary State: Indiana County: Marion County (IN) City: Indianapolis Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Faith & Action Project serves as a catalyst for faith communities, government agencies, non-profits and for-profits to come together and solve the root causes of poverty. While they applaud efforts to provide poverty relief, that is not the goal. They seek to eliminate the need for poverty relief. The grant recipients are at a place where the grant could vault sound and sustainable programs to the next level of size, strength and impact. For purposes of this initiative, they consider collaboration to be a mutually beneficial relationship between two or more organizations to conduct or support activities described in an application. Typically, each organization in a collaboration makes contributions (staff time, financial resources, marketing, subject matter expertise, etc.) towards a shared goal. Funding Information $100,000 will be awarded. Eligibility Criteria  The Faith & Action Project serves as a catalyst for faith communities, government agencies, non-profits and for-profits to come together and solve the root causes of poverty in Marion County. For more information, visit CTS.