Indiana Private Grants

The Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust, managed by Wells Fargo Philanthropic Services, focuses on supporting a diverse range of charitable activities primarily within Allen County, Indiana. The trust emphasizes grants in the areas of arts, culture, and humanities, including libraries, museums, and historical societies, as well as education, environmental quality, protection, beautification, health, animal-related programs, and human services. Although there are no geographic restrictions within Indiana, preference is given to organizations in Allen County. Eligible applicants must be exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Award consideration at the annual grant meeting in June. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: May 1st

The Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust, managed by Wells Fargo Philanthropic Services, focuses on supporting a diverse range of charitable activities primarily within Allen County, Indiana. The trust emphasizes grants in the areas of arts, culture, and humanities, including libraries, museums, and historical societies, as well as education, environmental quality, protection, beautification, health, animal-related programs, and human services. Although there are no geographic restrictions within Indiana, preference is given to organizations in Allen County. Eligible applicants must be exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Award consideration at the annual grant meeting in June. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: May 1st

Ball Brothers Foundation offers General Grants to support organizations operating within Indiana, with a strong focus on East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, aim to fund capacity-building initiatives, innovative approaches for community needs, specific program/project initiatives, general operating support, and seed money for new endeavors. Grant renewed every year. Grant Round 2 Annual deadlines: September 1st (preliminary application July 15th)

Ball Brothers Foundation offers General Grants to support organizations operating within Indiana, with a strong focus on East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, aim to fund capacity-building initiatives, innovative approaches for community needs, specific program/project initiatives, general operating support, and seed money for new endeavors. Grant renewed every year. Grant Round 1 Annual deadlines: April 1st (preliminary application February 15th)

Ball Brothers Foundation offers General Grants to support organizations operating within Indiana, with a strong focus on East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, aim to fund capacity-building initiatives, innovative approaches for community needs, specific program/project initiatives, general operating support, and seed money for new endeavors. Grant renewed every year. Grant Round 2 Annual deadlines: September 1st (preliminary application July 15th)

The Ball Brothers Foundation provides Rapid Grants up to $5,000 for immediate funding needs of organizations within Indiana, particularly for those in East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants are designed to support professional development, travel or equipment needs for new projects, or act as seed money for new initiatives. Rapid Grants are awarded from February 1 to November 30 annually, with notification within one to two weeks of submission. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/ closing deadlines: February 1st to November 30th

The Ball Brothers Foundation provides Rapid Grants up to $5,000 for immediate funding needs of organizations within Indiana, particularly for those in East Central Indiana and the Muncie/Delaware County area. These grants are designed to support professional development, travel or equipment needs for new projects, or act as seed money for new initiatives. Rapid Grants are awarded from February 1 to November 30 annually, with notification within one to two weeks of submission. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/ closing deadlines: February 1st to November 30th

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.

Grant Opportunity: Women and Children in Blackford County Program Intent: The grant opportunity aims to support projects that benefit women and children in Blackford County. The funding organization is seeking proposals that will contribute to making Blackford County a better place to live and work. Our Community Foundation will focus primarily on these fields of interest; however, it expects to remain flexible in its grant-making activities. Community Development o Arts and cultural development o Community parks o Community beautifications, improvement and enhancement projects Community Services Planning & Coordination o Health services coordination o Human services coordination Education o Community education on relevant issues o Post-secondary, secondary, elementary, preschool and special education Health o Community health services o Mental health services Human Services o Elderly services o Children and youth services o Family services o Youth advancement Application Timeline: - Application Opens: August 1, 2024 - Application Closes: September 26, 2024 - Application Approval: To be announced Award Details: The specific award details, including the grant amount and duration, are not provided in the available information. Applicants are encouraged to review the application guidelines or contact the funding organization for more information. Eligibility: The eligibility criteria for this grant opportunity are not specified in the available information. Interested organizations should refer to the application guidelines or contact the funding organization directly to determine their eligibility. Please note that this breakdown is based on the limited information provided. It is recommended that potential applicants thoroughly review the application guidelines and contact the funding organization for any additional details or clarifications before submitting their applications.

This funding opportunity supports partnerships between universities and community organizations in Indiana to improve health outcomes and address social determinants of health through collaborative planning activities.

The MPRINT Hub, serving as a national resource, aims to conduct and support therapeutics-focused research in obstetrics, lactation, and pediatrics, enhancing the inclusion of individuals with disabilities. It coordinates and supports operations of the MPRINT Hub, aggregating knowledge and identifying deficits in maternal and pediatric therapeutics to inform drug development and regulatory science. Funding is available for one year, covering clinical and postdoctoral fellow awards up to $25,000 and faculty awards up to $150,000, with a total award amount around $500,000. LOI: April 30th 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative cancer prevention and education programs in Indiana, specifically targeting high-burden cancers and underserved communities, with a focus on reducing risk behaviors and improving health outcomes.

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.

The SIA Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Indiana residents by awarding cash grants to 501(c)3 organizations, educational institutions, and government entities within the state. These grants specifically support capital projects in arts and culture, education, and health and welfare sectors. Grant applications are accepted during two cycles: Spring (January 1 - March 31) with grants disbursed by June 15, and Fall (July 1 - September 30) with grants disbursed by December 15. Grant requests must range from $1,000 to $15,000 and be aimed at capital investments. Eligibility criteria include tax-exempt status within Indiana, financial soundness, and a clear demonstration of need and potential for long-term community impact. Restrictions apply, including prohibitions on operating costs, individual applicants, for-profit entities, and projects outside Indiana or those promoting religious or political activities. Grant renewed every year. Annual opening/closing deadline: July 1st to September 30th.

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.

The Ralph C. Vonnegut, Jr. Fund, offered by the MCCF (Marshall County Community Foundation), is an annual grant opportunity available on February 1st. The fund aims to support environmental, educational, or recreational projects that are directly linked to Lake Maxinkuckee. Eligible applicants must have 501(c)(3) IRS status or be organizations with 501(c) IRS status whose request is charitable in nature. For further information, interested parties can contact the MCCF directly.

The Grants Committee of the Marshall County Community Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life in Marshall County by providing funds through a grant making process for humanitarian, cultural, educational, recreational and environmental activities. The general policy of the Marshall County Community Foundation is to make Community Fund Grants for innovative and creative projects serving Marshall County, and to programs which are responsive to changing community needs. Grant Applications Community Funds Typically, the Foundation makes grants two times per year. Applications are due on February 1 and August 1. Recipients are announced in April (following the February due date) and October (following the August due date). New in 2023: Preference will be given to Community Fund requests of $5,000 or more. For project requests less than $5,000, please consider applications to United Way R4 Grant, or Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up.

The Grants Committee of the Marshall County Community Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life in Marshall County by providing funds through a grant making process for humanitarian, cultural, educational, recreational and environmental activities. The general policy of the Marshall County Community Foundation is to make Community Fund Grants for innovative and creative projects serving Marshall County, and to programs which are responsive to changing community needs. Grant Applications Community Funds Typically, the Foundation makes grants two times per year. Applications are due on February 1 and August 1. Recipients are announced in April (following the February due date) and October (following the August due date). New in 2023: Preference will be given to Community Fund requests of $5,000 or more. For project requests less than $5,000, please consider applications to United Way R4 Grant, or Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up.

The OCCF Community Investment Grant Program is accepting applications throughout the year, with no specific due dates or deadlines. The grants aim to provide broad and diverse funding to support a strong and vibrant Owen County community. Eligible applicants include charitable organizations, schools, churches, and governmental agencies in or serving Owen County. If an organization does not meet the criteria but their project aligns with OCCF's charitable goals, they may be able to partner with a fiscal sponsor. The grant awards range from $1,001 to $5,000, with the option for organizations to crowdfund up to $10,000 or leverage OCCF's dollars through a matching campaign. The application deadlines for the Grants Committee review in 2024 are May 31st and September 30th. The funding categories include improving access to information on local issues and events, parks, trails, recreational programs, high-quality childcare and early childhood education. Additionally, requests for initiatives related to community wellness, culture, economic development, transportation, agriculture, natural resources, broadband access, historic & archaeological resources, hazard mitigation, innovation & entrepreneurship, and quality of place will be considered. Organizations that have previously received grants must submit a final report before applying again. For more information and to access the application form: [Link](https://www.grantinterface.com/Form/Preview?form=1113651&urlkey=occf)

This funding opportunity supports projects in Indiana that foster community unity through initiatives focused on civic engagement, inclusivity, diversity, and volunteerism.