Indiana Infrastructure Grants

The City of Fishers is excited to announce the 2024 Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant. Donor Name: City of Fishers State: Indiana City: Fishers Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of this grant is to provide funding for creative and innovative ideas that make the community a more beautiful place to live, and that will impact the lives of the community at large in a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial manner. Grant highlights: The Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant is a matching grant Applicants must provide at least 20% of the total project cost The Grant is awarded quarterly in 2024 Grants are competitive and will not be awarded for recurring or maintenance items Funding Information Maximum amount to be awarded is $25,000. Uses of funds  Funding must be used towards costs of a project which involves design, construction, or installation. Ideas and example photos are provided here to kick start creativity! Priority is given to projects that will have the greatest visibility and positive effect on Fishers as a community. Projects located inside the public right-of-way are subject to additional review and approval. Below are ideas for preferred projects: Converting high maintenance common area lawns to no-mow native plantings Installation of shoreline plantings, water aeration, or rain gardens near Detention/Retention Ponds (White River Alliance Resource) Monarch Butterfly Waystation and/or Wildlife Habitat Corridors Neighborhood Community Gardens Environmental & Agricultural Common Area Trail Repairs & Improvements Park Improvement such as Picnic Shelters, Benches, Planters, Mini-Libraries, or Accessible Playground Equipment Connected two or more Neighborhood Walking Trails Installation of Solar Lights or other renewable energy projects Improved Pedestrian Connectivity or Tactical Urbanism. Eligible Applicants  Neighborhoods groups and HOAs within Fishers City Limits. For more information, visit City of Fishers.

The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) American Rescue Plan (ARP) Supplemental Funding Grant for COVID-19 Testing, Vaccines, and Mobile Health Units Access. Donor Name: Indiana Criminal Justice Institute State: Indiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Purpose Areas  The purpose of these supplemental funds is to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 with an intentional focus of increasing access to COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and mobile health units to mitigate the spread of this virus and increase supports for domestic violence survivors and their dependents. The activities that will be supported by these funds within these purpose areas include: Covid-19 Testing The intent of the ARP COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and mobile health units supplemental funding is to assist with: Eliminating barriers to COVID-19 testing and supplies for domestic violence shelters, domestic violence programs, culturally specific organizations, tribes, and rural communities; Providing resources for onsite testing for domestic violence shelters, domestic violence programs, culturally specific organizations, tribes, and rural communities; Providing resources and access to rapid COVID-19 testing and supplies for domestic violence shelters, domestic violence programs, culturally specific organizations, tribes, and rural communities; Maintaining and increasing COVID-19 testing efforts for domestic violence survivors and their dependents; Expanding access to testing for tribes, rural communities, racial and ethnic specific communities, and limited English proficient (LEP) individuals; and Expanding the range of COVID-19 mitigation activities for domestic violence shelters, domestic violence programs, culturally specific organizations, tribes, and rural communities. COVID-19 testing, mitigation, and related expenses refer to the following: COVID-19 testing includes viral tests to diagnose active COVID-19 infections, antibody tests to diagnose past COVID-19 infections, and other tests that the Secretary and/or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determines appropriate in guidance; Other activities to support COVID-19 testing, including planning for implementation of a COVID-19 testing program, providing interpreters and translated materials for LEP individuals, procuring supplies to provide testing, training providers and staff on COVID-19 testing procedures, and reporting data to HHS on COVID-19 testing activities; or Supplies to provide COVID-19 testing include, but are not limited to: Test kits; Swabs; Storage (e.g., refrigerator, freezer, temperature-controlled cabinet); Storage unit door safeguards (e.g., self-closing door hinges, door alarms, door locks); Sharps disposal containers; and Temperature monitoring equipment. COVID-19 mitigation includes efforts, activities, and strategies to reduce or prevent local COVID-19 transmission and minimize morbidity and mortality of COVID-19 in sectors such as schools, workplaces, and healthcare organizations, described in the CDC Community Mitigation Framework. Mitigation activities may include, but are not limited to, case investigation, contact tracing, COVID-19 screening, COVID-19 testing promotion and confidence building, community education, health behavior promotion, and referrals to testing, clinical services, and support services. COVID-19 testing and mitigation related-expenses include:  Leasing of properties and facilities as necessary to support COVID-19 testing and COVID-19 mitigation; Digital technologies to strengthen the recipient’s core capacity to support the publichealth response to COVID-19; Education, rehabilitation, prevention, treatment, and support services for symptoms occurring after recovery from acute COVID-19 infection, including, but not limited to, support for activities of daily living — this includes services for the range of symptoms described as Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) (i.e., long COVID-19) and providing interpreters and translated materials for LEP individuals’ maintenance; Items and services furnished to an individual during health care provider office visits (including in-person visits and telehealth visits) in connection with an order for or administration of COVID-19 testing or COVID-19 mitigation activities; and Other activities to support COVID-19 testing and COVID-19 mitigation, including, but not limited to, planning for implementation, providing interpreters and translated materials for LEP individuals’ maintenance, and/or expansion of a COVID-19 testing program and/or COVID-19 mitigation program, procuring supplies to provide COVID-19 testing, training providers and staff on COVID-19 testing procedures or COVID-19 mitigation, and reporting data to HHS on COVID-19 testing activities and COVID-19 mitigation activities. Covid-19 Vaccine Access The supplemental testing funding can be used for supplies and vaccine administration fees for administering the COVID-19 vaccine are outlined below: Administration of a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine; Administration of the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine requiring a series of two or more doses; Administration of the final dose of a COVID-19 vaccine requiring a series of two or more doses; Administration of recommended booster dose of a COVID-19 vaccine; » Development and sharing of vaccine related outreach and education material that are culturally competent or linguistically appropriate; Conducting face-to-face outreach as appropriate, making phone calls or other virtual outreach to community members for education and assistance; Providing information on closest vaccine locations, organizing pop up vaccination sites, making vaccine appointments for individuals, making reminder calls/texts, and arranging for transportation and childcare assistance to vaccination appointments; and Other activities to support COVID-19 vaccine access or administration, including planning for implementation of a COVID-19 vaccine program, providing interpreters and translated materials for LEP individuals, procuring supplies to provide vaccines, training providers and staff on COVID-19 vaccine procedures, and reporting data on vaccine activities. Mobile Health Units Access The supplemental testing funds can be used to establish or maintain contracts with mobile health units for regularly scheduled visits or on-call visits to domestic violence programs, culturally specific organizations, tribes, or rural communities to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Additional allowable uses of funds are outlined below but are not limited to: COVID-19 testing and vaccine administration; Preventative health services to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 such as vaccines, primary health care, or behavioral health services; and Operational costs or supply costs associated with the operation of mobile health units to partner with domestic violence shelters, programs, tribes, culturally specific organizations, or rural communities. Workforce Expansions, Capacity Building, and Supports The supplemental testing funds can be used for COVID-19 workforce-related expansions and supports, or to reimburse subrecipients for such costs and for costs that include but are not limited to: Planning for implementation of a COVID-19 testing program, COVID-19 mitigation program, or mobile health units access program; Training providers and staff on COVID-19 testing procedures, COVID-19 mitigation activities, or mobile health unit coordination activities; Hiring culturally competent and linguistically-appropriate providers and staff to carry out COVID-19 testing procedures, COVID-19 mitigation activities, or mobile health unit coordination activities; Reporting data to HHS on COVID-19 testing activities, COVID-19 mitigation activities, or mobile health unit coordination activities; and Expenses to secure and maintain adequate personnel to carry out COVID-19 testing, COVID-19 mitigation activities, or mobile health unit coordination activities; may be considered allowable costs under applicable HHS regulations if the activity generating the expense and/or the expenses are necessary to secure and maintain adequate personnel. The purpose of these allowable workforce capacity-building expenses is to ensure the continuity of domestic violence services in local communities by allowing supplemental funding to be used to sustain an advocacy workforce to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the needs of domestic violence survivors impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. A sustainable workforce is needed to operate COVID-19 testing programs, COVID-19 mitigation programs, or mobile health units access programs; and to coordinate partnerships with health departments for each local program to keep families healthy and safe during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Priority Area  Pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 10407(a)(2)(iii), ICJI will give special emphasis to the support of community-based projects of demonstrated effectiveness that are carried out by nonprofit private organizations whose primary purpose is the operation of shelters for victims of family violence, domestic violence, and dating violence, and their dependents, or those organizations who provide counseling, advocacy, and self-help services to victims of family violence, domestic violence, and dating violence, and their dependents. Funding Information The approximate funding available is $700,000 for this twelve-month (12) grant award period. Grant Period The award period for the most recent solicitation is: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025. Allowable Activities   In coordination with activities for COVID-19 testing, mitigation and mobile health units, the costs associated for personnel, employee benefits, supplies, equipment, and travel to perform the following activities are allowable costs: Prevention services such as outreach, support for parents, employment training, educational services, promotion of good nutrition, disease prevention, and substance abuse prevention. Counseling with respect to family violence, counseling or other supportive services provided by peers, either individually or in groups, and referral to community social services. Safety plan development and supporting the efforts of victims to make decisions related to their ongoing safety and well-being. Culturally and linguistically appropriate services such as interpreters and/or having documents translated into other languages. Technical assistance with respect to obtaining financial assistance under Federal and State programs. Housing advocacy to assist in locating and securing safe and affordable permanent housing and homeless prevention services. Medical advocacy includes referrals for healthcare services (including mental health, alcohol, and drug abuse treatment), but shall not include reimbursement for any healthcare services. Legal advocacy to provide victims with information and assistance through the civil and criminal courts, and legal assistance. Children’s counseling and support services, and childcare services for children who are victims of family violence of the dependents of such victims, and children who witness domestic violence. The following costs are allowable for shelters who provide emergency housing to victims: Operating expenses (rent, utilities, etc.) of the facilities for a shelter at a prorated amount. Supplies for shelter including clothing and toiletries. The following costs are allowable for the purpose of preventing future incidence of violence: Transportation. Temporary refuge for emergency and immediate shelter including safe homes, rental subsidies, and hotel vouchers. This does not include transitional or permanent housing. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible applicants include local public agencies and nonprofit private organizations including faith-based and charitable organizations, community-based organizations, tribal organizations, and voluntary associations that assist victims (and their dependents) of family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, and have a documented history of effective work involving family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence. For more information, visit ICJI.

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 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 White Family Foundation, a Community Foundation of Hancock County fund, seeks applications to assist local community development and supports initiatives that enhance the desire to live, work, and play in Hancock and Henry counties. Donor Name: The White Family Foundation State: Indiana County: Hancock County (IN), Henry County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligible projects may include, but are not limited to beautification projects, building façade improvements, recreational enhancements and accessibility, public safety and transportation. Eligible applicants must serve Hancock and/or Henry counties. Eligibility Criteria Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) or mutual benefit organizations, government agencies, municipalities, and churches. For more information, visit CFHC.

The Harold and Rachel McMillen Foundation supports educational, scientific, religious or charitable purposes, primarily in Allen County, Indiana. Donor Name: Harold and Rachel McMillen Foundation State: Indiana County: Allen County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas Arts, culture, and humanities Education Environment, animals Health Human services Religion Funding Information Average grant size: $5,000 to $15,000. Requirements To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

The Indiana Office of Energy Development is seeking applications for its Empowering Energy Partnerships in Indiana Communities. Donor Name: Indiana Office of Energy Development State: Indiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The Indiana Office of Energy Development is committed to affordable, stable, and reliable energy solutions for the benefit of all Hoosiers. Indiana OED supports the development of comprehensive energy policy that supports a diverse and balanced portfolio of energy resources. Program Goals  Empowering Energy Partnerships in Indiana Communities (EPIC) is a community-based competitive grant program to address energy needs and priorities at a community or regional level. Applicants are encouraged to think big, and to consider how they can address their energy needs on a larger scale. The purpose of the EPIC grant program is to support a comprehensive energy solutions program tailored to specific communities and serve as a model for other communities across Indiana. The goals of the EPIC program are to support Indiana’s five pillars of electricity policy: reliability, resiliency, stability, affordability, and environmental sustainability. Each proposal is encouraged to support as many of the five pillars as possible with a measurable impact. Proposals must be able to demonstrate public benefit to their communities, including but not limited to underserved and disadvantaged communities. Successful applicants will serve as a model for other communities with similar energy needs and goals. Awardees will share their progress during the project and their success upon project completion. Further, to support broader local and state priorities, awarded projects will demonstrate a connection to one or more of the following state priorities: economic development, workforce development, education, and public safety. Partnerships are expected to be an essential element. Funding Information Indiana OED is making approximately $2,500,000 available. OED anticipates awards averaging $300,000 to $500,000 per awardee. Project Period 3 years or less. Eligible Projects & Technologies Proposals must fall into one or more of the following topics. Example technologies are listed but are not exhaustive. Energy Efficiency- Includes projects that result in using less energy, such as: Building upgrades and retrofits Energy system technology to monitor and manage energy usage Weatherization measures Higher efficiency technology, equipment, and appliances Alternative Fueling and Charging Infrastructure-Includes projects for publicly accessible alternative fueling and/or charging infrastructure to reduce energy consumption and reduce local emissions. Vehicle purchases are not allowable under EPIC. Alternative fuels include biodiesel (B20+), compressed natural gas, electric, ethanol, hydrogen, liquid natural gas, propane, and renewable diesel (R20+). Examples include: Publicly accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure (excluding Level 3 or DC fast charging) Vehicle-to-Grid technology development and/or deployment Publicly accessible alternative fuel fueling infrastructure Energy Security and Reliability-Includes projects that support resource adequacy, and support responses to and recovery from energy emergencies, shortages, or disruptions. Examples include: Backup generation (battery energy system storage, solar + battery storage, propane) Microgrid technologies Cybersecurity measures Clean Energy Resources- Includes projects that result in the use of renewable and other clean energy technologies, such as: Battery storage Solar (and solar + battery) Geothermal Wind Biomass Eligibility Criteria Eligible entities include local units of government, non-profit organizations, for-profit entities, and institutions of higher education. Entities that work throughout a community or region and can coordinate partnerships are strongly encouraged, such as local and regional economic development organizations, community foundations, and other organizations that participate in community development initiatives. Eligible entities must be Indiana based and registered with both the federal and state governments in order to receive award fund An eligible entity may submit only one proposal. An entity can coordinate submission on behalf of multiple beneficiaries. A community may be a part of multiple submissions as long as they are not the prime applicant (i.e., the one executing the grant agreement with OED) in more than one submission. Tiered subawards are not allowable under the federal award, so the prime recipient may only release funds to subcontractors to perform work on the project and may not make further subawards. For more information, visit OED.

The Bowker Foundation provides grants to promote the education, health, welfare and rehabilitation of young women in the State of Indiana and primarily Fort Wayne and Allen County. Donor Name: Bowker Foundation State: Indiana County: Allen County (IN), Wayne County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas  Education Health Human services Grantmaking Priorities  Grants must promote the education, health, welfare and rehabilitation of young women in the State of Indiana and primarily Fort Wayne and Allen County. Funding Information Average grant size: $5,000 to $30,000. Average total giving per year: $75,000. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

This program provides financial support to commercial property owners in McCordsville for improving the appearance and functionality of their buildings, fostering a vibrant business environment.