Indiana Youth Grants

The Indiana Department of Health’s Maternal and Child Health Division seeks to fund community-based organizations, local health departments, hospitals, and not-for-profit organizations within the state of Indiana to implement evidence-based or promising practice programs focused on teen pregnancy prevention and positive youth development. Donor Name: Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) State: Indiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation’s purpose of this request for applications (RFA) is to fund competitive grants for nonprofit organizations, local health departments, and health education entities within Indiana for the implementation of evidence-based pregnancy prevention programming. Programs should exclusively implement sexual risk avoidance education curricula to provide messaging to youth that normalizes voluntarily refraining from non-marital sexual activity while emphasizing the benefits associated with self-regulation, success sequencing, healthy relationships, and goal setting using a positive youth development framework. Applicants may also apply to implement the Teen Café Model in addition to an evidence-based curriculum. This funding is made available by the Family and Youth Services Bureau and the Indiana Department of Health, Maternal and Child Health Division (MCH) Intentional focus should be considered on groups which are most at-risk, such as youth in or aging out of foster care, youth in the care of the child welfare system, idle youth (those who are not currently working or in school), school dropouts, youth living in poverty, youth in juvenile centers, youth who are a part of traditionally underserved racial or ethnic groups, LGBTQIA+ youth, and runaway or homeless youth. Funding Areas Projects start Oct. 1, 2024 and end Sept. 30, 2026, contingent upon availability of federal funding. Priority Areas Applicants will be required to:  Provide an evidence-based or promising practice pregnancy prevention curricula program and, where appropriate, provide mentoring, counseling, and adult supervision to youth that encourages them to voluntarily refrain from sexual activity through a positive youth development approach Provide youth with skills needed to actively avoid risky behaviors and explain how alcohol and drug use increases vulnerability to risk  Teach young people the definition of “consent” and “active consent” while emphasizing the importance of respect for others and that only “yes” means “yes”  Teach the importance of attaining self-sufficiency before engaging in sexual activity Eligibility Criteria Applicant organization must: Be a non-profit organization (as defined by IRS tax determination), health department, hospital, school, or other health care-related entity Address all required priority areas (see below) Implement an evidence-based or promising-practice program Collaborate with traditional and nontraditional agencies or organizations  Comply with contractual and financial requirements as listed in the budget instructions For more information, visit IDOH.

The Vanderburgh Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Women’s Fund Grants Program. Donor Name: Vanderburgh Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Vanderburgh County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: After a meticulous deliberation process that begins with a review of funding requests, the Women’s Fund will award two Impact Grants in the amount of $50,000. Impact Grants focus on improving the quality of life for Vanderburgh County families. One impact grant will be for a program and the second will be for a project. Areas Considered For Program Funding Community Development Education Health/Mental Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Examples include Arts and Culture, Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development) Endowment Creation Areas Considered For Project Funding Capital Projects Endowment Creation Project Period 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 Women’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 governmental agencies serving Vanderburgh County. Funding requests from nonprofit organizations not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the project is charitable and supports a community need and meets the other criteria described on this page. In such cases, the applicant organization may be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Organizations may apply for either a Program or Project grant. In addition, any organization which received an Impact Grant must wait three years before applying again in either Impact Grant category. Additional Considerations for Funding  For all three grant opportunities, 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 that have been identified by research Solid, realistic plans for program/project evaluation Desire to promote collaboration among organizations or institutions to prevent duplication of services Project methodology utilizing a preventative approach to addressing the issue and solving problems Evidence of realistic organizational planning and management. For more information, visit Vanderburgh Community Foundation.

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 City of Mishawaka is accepting applications for its 2025 Community Development Block Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Mishawaka State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The CDBG program works to ensure decent affordable housing, to provide services to the most vulnerable in communities, and to create jobs through the expansion and retention of businesses. CDBG is an important tool for helping local governments tackle serious challenges facing their communities. The City of Mishawaka has developed a five-year Consolidated Plan covering the years 2025-2030.  Projects must meet one of the following goals of the Mishawaka Consolidated Plan. Homeless Priority- Public Services Improve and increase public services through funding to programs that target and serve homeless individuals. Special Needs Priority-1 Public Services Improve and increase public service programs for the youth, the elderly, disabled, and target low-income population, including feeding programs and social/welfare programs throughout the City.  Housing Homeownership Assistance- Promote and assist in developing homeownership opportunities for low and moderate- income persons & families through down payment assistance.  Affordable Housing- Promote and assist in the development of new affordable housing through renovation of existing units.  Promote and assist in the preservation of existing owner occupied housing stock thru the Summer of Service Program. Promote and assist in making accessibility improvement to owner occupied housing through rehabilitation. Community Development Priority- Improve, preserve and create new public and community facilities, infrastructure, and public services to ensure the quality of life for all residents of the City of Mishawaka.  Infrastructure- Improve the City’s Infrastructure through rehabilitation, reconstruction and new construction of streets, walks, curbs, ADA ramps. Clearance-Remove and eliminate slum and blighting conditions through demolition of vacant and abandoned structures throughout the City. Administration, Planning and Management- Provide sound and professional planning, administration, oversight and management of federal, state, and local funded programs Fair Housing-Affirmatively further fair housing by promoting fair housing choice throughout the City of Mishawaka. Eligible Activities CDBG Funding may be used for a variety of activities and programs to help low and moderate- income individuals, households or areas. Eligible activities include: Public Facilities and Improvements Code Enforcement Architectural Barrier Removal Public Services, including youth services, senior services, childcare, operations of homeless shelters, services for persons living with HIV/AIDS and crime prevention. Planning  Housing Services – including down payment assistance, renovation of rental or owner occupied housing. Microenterprise Assistance Economic Development Assistance Façade Improvements for Private Businesses For more information, visit City of Mishawaka.

The Women’s Fund accepts applications for grants to support charitable projects or activities in Spencer County. Donor Name: Spencer County Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Spencer County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Women’s Fund invites charitable organizations to apply for the grant by completing the grant application describing how their organization would use the award. Program Areas Considered For Funding Program Areas Considered For Funding Arts and Culture Community Development Education Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development) Funding Information  Awards up to $5,000. Eligibility Criteria The Community Foundation welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and from governmental agencies serving the county. Funding requests from nonprofit organizations not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the project is charitable and supports a community need. In some cases, organizations without the 501(c)(3) designation may be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Program Areas NOT Considered for Funding Religious organizations for religious purposes Political parties or campaigns Endowment creation or debt reduction Operating costs not directly related to the program/project Capital campaigns Annual appeals or membership contributions Travel requests for groups or individuals such as bands, sports teams, or classes For more information, visit Spencer County Community Foundation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educators working on impactful projects that benefit residents of La Porte County, Indiana.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Blackford County Community Foundation Grant. Donor Name: Blackford County Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Blackford County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The mission of the foundation is to enhance the quality of life for Blackford County residents. Fields of Interest The Community Foundation will focus primarily on these fields of interest; however, it expects to remain flexible in its grant-making activities. Community Development Arts and cultural development Community parks Community beautifications, improvement and enhancement projects Community Services Planning & Coordination Health services coordination Human services coordination Education Community education on relevant issues Post-secondary, secondary, elementary, preschool and special education Health Community health services Mental health services Human Services Elderly services Children and youth services Family services Youth advancement  Consideration Requirements Grants are not awarded to profit-making enterprises. Grants are not awarded to support political activities. Grants are not awarded to support operating budgets of organizations, except for limited experimental or demonstration periods. Exceptions to this policy may be made when there are compelling reasons. Governmental units applying for any budgeted items need to show why additional funding is needed. Grants are not awarded for sectarian or religious purposes or to sectarian or religious organizations operated primarily for the benefit of their own members. Capital grants to building campaigns will only be made when there is evidence that such support is vital to the success of a program meeting priority needs of the community. Payments of such grants are made only after a significant percentage of the total campaign requirements have been raised. Grants are not awarded for endowment purposes. Special project grants may be made to individuals All grants are awarded in accordance with current regulations issued pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, as amended. (No Transportation costs allowed.) For more information, visit BCCF.

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.

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. Donor Name: Indiana Criminal Justice Institute State: Indiana County: All Counties Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) program is the primary federal funding stream dedicated to the support of emergency shelter and related assistance for victims of domestic violence and their children. The purpose of FVPSA funds is to provide shelter, temporary housing, supportive services, information, and assistance to adult and youth victims of family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, as well as family and household members of such victims, and persons affected by the victimization. The FVPSA program has received supplemental funding through the American Rescue Plan (ARP). The purpose of these funds is to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19. Purpose Areas  The purpose of these supplemental funds is to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19. 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. The activities that will be supported by these funds within these purpose areas include: Prevent Activities under this purpose area will focus on the continued effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. The activities that will be supported by this funding include: Emergency Housing: Alternative emergency housing including hotels, motels, and safe houses and operating costs of emergency shelters. Mobile Advocacy: Laptops, software, virtual meeting platforms, and lease of vehicles for mobile advocacy. Prevention: Outreach to underserved populations to increase access to domestic violence services and reduce the exposure and risk of COVID-19. Supplies: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplies, air purifiers, thermometers, and rapid COVID-19 tests. Prepare Activities under this purpose area will focus on preparing for any future surge or variant of COVID-19. The activities that will be supported by this funding include: Organizational Planning: Assessment of family violence agencies to prevent any future reoccurrence of COVID-19 within the shelter-based programs. Respond Activities under this purpose area will focus on victims and their children who have been affected by COVID-19 who could benefit from services and assistance to recover from this health crisis. The activities that will be supported by this funding include: Counseling: Counseling to victims including continued telehealth options. Advocacy: Advocacy, case management, information, and referral services including assistance in accessing assistance programs, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, and assistance locating affordable housing. Youth Services: Services to provide for the emotional well-being for children. Legal Assistance: Civil legal assistance related to protective orders and evictions. Rental Assistance: Short-term rental, deposit, and utility assistance. Economic Empowerment: Costs associated with victims obtaining economic empowerment including transportation, childcare, respite care, job training and employment services, financial literacy services and education, and financial planning. Funding Information The approximate funding available is $350,000 for this 12-month grant award period.  Grant Period The award period for the most recent solicitation is: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible entities include local public agencies or nonprofit private organizations that assist victims of family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, and their dependents, and have a documented history of effective work concerning family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence. Nonprofit private organizations include: faith-based and charitable organizations community-based organizations tribal organizations voluntary associations. For more information, visit ICJI.

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 Women Giving Together Fund of Community Foundation of White County in Indiana offers grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to non-profit organizations serving women and children in White County, prioritizing projects that serve the needs of local women and families, demonstrate innovation, and have diverse funding sources, with a focus on early childhood education, arts and culture, education, social/human services, and youth programs.

The Posey County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its 2024 Community Good Grants Program. Donor Name: Posey County Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Posey County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas Considered For Funding Arts and Culture Community Development Education Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development). Eligibility Criteria  The Community Foundation welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and from governmental agencies serving the county. Funding requests from nonprofit organizations not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the project is charitable and supports a community need. In some cases, organizations without the 501(c)(3) designation may be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Program Areas NOT Considered For Funding Religious organizations for religious purposes Political parties or campaigns Endowment creation or debt reduct to the program/project Capital campaigns Annual appeals or membership contributions Travel requests for groups or individuals such as bands, sports teams, or classes. For more information, visit PCCF.

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.

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 grant provides financial support for community-focused projects in Fulton County, Indiana, aimed at improving quality of life across various sectors such as education, health, and recreation.

Program: Harold Caine Memorial Fund Funding Organization: Henry County Community Foundation (HCCF) Contact Information: No specific contact information provided. Apply online through Foundant Technologies using the application link provided. Award Details: The Harold Caine Memorial Fund provides grants to Henry County non-profit organizations that offer holiday assistance to children aged 5 and under. The grant application opens on September 9, 2024, and the deadline for submission is October 11, 2024, at 5:00 pm. Non-profit organizations must provide a list of children helped by the grant, which will be kept confidential for office use only. Once the Caine Grants Committee selects the recipients, a grant agreement will be sent to the non-profit organization. Upon returning the signed agreement and a complete list of children served, a check will be mailed to the organization. A report form is required upon completion of the grant. Eligibility: Only Henry County non-profit organizations providing holiday assistance to children aged 5 and under are eligible to apply for this grant opportunity. Other Information: All HCCF Grant applications are now online through Foundant Technologies. Applicants can access the application links via this URL: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=henryccf

This fund provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Rush County, Indiana, to promote athletic training and competition for amateur athletes, especially underprivileged youth, fostering healthier lifestyles and educational opportunities.

This grant provides financial support for music-related activities and programs in Rush County, focusing on adult engagement and elementary to middle school music initiatives, while excluding high school programs.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations, schools, and government entities for programs and projects that benefit the youth of Henry County, Indiana.

This funding opportunity supports youth gardening education programs and educator training initiatives for children in grades K-12 in select Indiana counties, promoting organic gardening and various educational outcomes.