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Community Foundation of Boone County Programming Grants is a competitive grant from the Community Foundation of Boone County that funds program needs for nonprofits serving Boone County, Indiana. In 2026, the Foundation offers two competitive cycles: a programming grant cycle (applications May 26–June 11, 2026) and an unrestricted grant cycle (applications August 26–September 9, 2026), each awarding grants of up to $10,000.
Recipients have one year to spend grant funds. Eligible applicants are nonprofits serving Boone County, and each organization may submit one application per cycle, allowing two applications in a calendar year. Required documents must be submitted through the Foundation's online grantmaking system before applying.
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Community Foundation Grant Application The Community Foundation of Boone County exists to grow and maintain an endowment to support Boone County’s needs and improve the quality of life in our local communities.
In partnership with our Fund Advisors, Board of Directors, and Grants Committee, we award grants to Boone County-serving nonprofits to both identify and address local unmet needs and how to eliminate the root causes of those needs. In 2026, we will offer two competitive grant opportunities: Eligible Boone County-serving nonprofits can submit one application per cycle, giving them the opportunity to apply for two CFBC grants in 2026.
Click here to view the rubric that will be used by our Grants Committee to review applications. In addition to these two competitive grant opportunities, nonprofits will also continue to have the quarterly opportunity to nominate for a Women of Impact grant. Further information on each opportunity is provided below.
In order to be eligible to apply for a 2026 programming, unrestricted, and/or a Women of Impact grant through the Community Foundation of Boone County, all nonprofit organizations need to submit a list of required documents through our online grantmaking system, GLM . This annual process will open in January 2026. Application period: May 26, 2026 at 12:01 a.
m. – June 11, 2026 at 11:59 p. m.
This grant cycle will support program needs for nonprofits, with the grant amounts being up to $10,000. Recipients will have one year to spend the grant funds. Recipients will be notified early August 2026, with payments going out in mid/late August 2026.
Grantee Open House: August 18, 2026 Application period: August 26, 2026 at 12:01 a. m. – September 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.
m. This grant cycle will support unrestricted needs for nonprofits, with the grant amounts being up to $10,000. Recipients will have one year to spend the grant funds.
Recipients will be notified in early October 2026, with payments going out in mid/late October 2026. Grantee Open House: October 26, 2026 Boone County-serving nonprofits have the opportunity to nominate their organization four times each year, for a chance to be 1 of 3 presenters at each quarterly Women of Impact meeting. The quarterly grantees are determined by Women of Impact members.
The grants are unrestricted dollars for the grantees and the recipients have one calendar year to use the dollars. Click here for more information on this program and grant opportunity. The 2027 Boone County Leadership application window will open in late 2026.
This group will gather once a month from June 2027 – May 2028 focused on developing a county-wide leadership network, equipping participants to become responsible, active, and well-informed citizens who are ready to collaboratively address local issues, embrace the growth coming to our community, and help Boone County excel as an exceptional place to live, work, and play.
The curriculum provides a well-rounded education about important issues and facets of the county, while guiding participants on an intentional journey to further develop leadership skills. By the end of the program, individuals will be connected with like-minded people ready to get more involved in the community and drive positive change. Click here for more details on the program, including cost, dates, and FAQs .
Our annual grant cycle changes from year to year, so we encourage nonprofits to stay up to date with our grant opportunities when planning out future initiatives and grant funding. Some of our grants are awarded to nonprofits through a recommendation from a fund advisor, while other grants are awarded through a competitive application process.
Applicants should thoroughly read the requirements and qualifications before applying for a grant to determine eligibility, and should also keep in mind that those applying may or may not receive funding – and those who do receive funding may not receive 100% of their request. To apply for grants, all nonprofit organizations will need to create a username and password on our grantmaking system, GLM .
Once an account is created, you’ll use this system to apply for grants, submit completed grant agreements, final reports, and more. Contact our office with any questions! Grant reporting requirements vary based on the type of grant and where the funds originated from.
Specific requirements for each awarded grant are listed in the grant agreement, which must be signed by the grantee before funds can be awarded. Any questions on reporting can be directed to our staff. We are always interested in learning about new organizations, programs, and initiatives.
Nonprofits may complete a letter of inquiry via our online portal . Completing the letter of inquiry does not guarantee a review for funding. If more information about your work is needed, a staff member will call and may request a site visit.
The CFBC staff regularly pass grant requests along to fund advisors, in effort to match our donors with needs that align with their philanthropic goals and passions. Community Grant Opportunities These grants are offered through various entities, not through CFBC. Please contact them directly with questions.
Do you offer a grant that you would like added to this page? Let us know Boone Power Operation Round Up Grant – This grant awards up to $10,000 to an eligible nonprofit to make a big impact on our community, in the categories of community service, economic development, education & youth, environment, disaster relief, or any combination of the preceding. Eligible nonprofits must be located in within the Boone REMC service territory.
Grants are awarded bi-monthly. Community Enrichment Grant – This grant enhances the quality of life for residents, business owners, and visitors to the Town of Zionsville. Eligible nonprofits must be located in Boone County & serve Zionsville residents and businesses.
Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Awards are made on a semi-annual basis: March 30 & September 30. Dollar General Literacy Grants – The Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards grants to support literacy and learning.
Eligible nonprofits must be located within 15 miles of a Dollar General store. Grants are awarded on various dates throughout the year. Duke Energy Foundation Grant – The Duke Energy Foundation is committed to making strategic investments to build powerful communities where nature and wildlife thrive, students can excel and a talented workforce drives economic prosperity for all.
Grants are awarded on various dates throughout the year. Historical Preservation Fund (HPF) Grant Program – This federal program of the National Park Services is intended to assist important local preservation projects and makes subgrant awards in 3 project categories through an annual competitive funding round. Eligible applicants include registered nonprofits, county & municipal government agencies, colleges & universities.
Grant application deadline is the first Friday in October, selected projects are notified in February, projects must be completed by June 30 of the following year (ensuring to follow the State grant agreement). Indiana Humanities Grants – Indiana Humanities offers a number of grant opportunities each year. View all of their grant opportunities on this page; make sure you scroll down to see the open grants.
Grants are awarded on various dates throughout the year. SIA Foundation Grant – The SIA Foundation awarded grants to improve the quality of life & help meet the needs of residents, in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, and Health & Welfare. There are spring & fall grant cycles with specific application timelines.
Strengthening Youth Programs in Indiana (SYPI) – This initiative helps to promote the academic, physical, and social well-being of young people aged five to 18. Lilly Endowment is making available up to $45 million in grants. IPA members are encouraged to reach out to their youth-serving nonprofit partners to apply.
Women of Impact Grant – Each quarter, the members of Women of Impact meet & vote on which nonprofit to award the quarterly grant to. Eligible nonprofits must serve Boone County; the fourth quarter grantee also must serve children & women. Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis at the Women of Impact meetings.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations in Boone County. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $2,500 to $10,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.