Community Good Grants

Community Good Grants is sponsored by Daviess County Community Foundation. The Daviess County Community Foundation accepts grant applications in various areas, including recreation and youth development. Youth baseball and softball programs could potentially fit within these categories.

Daviess - Community Foundation of Southwest Indiana Local Giving. Lasting Impact. Established in 1993, the Daviess Community Foundation connects people, ideas, and resources to strengthen Daviess County for all, today and for generations to come.

As part of the Community Foundation of Southwest Indiana, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Daviess Community Foundation benefits from professional management and administrative support while advancing philanthropy, building endowments, and enhancing community well-being.

Since its founding, the Community Foundation of Southwest Indiana has directed nearly $80 million in grants to local nonprofits, supported scholarships for students, and invested in programs that make the region stronger, healthier, and more resilient.

As a trusted convener and philanthropic leader, it works alongside donors, nonprofits, civic partners, and community members to address shared challenges and create lasting impact across Southwest Indiana. Explore financially audited and compiled highlights from our most recent fiscal year, showcasing the impact of generosity across the communities we serve.

For a deeper look at the stories, milestones, and measurable outcomes behind the numbers, review our Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report. Total Grants Awarded in FY25 Total Grants Awarded Since Inception Over the last few years, many in Daviess County have been sorting through a changing philanthropic landscape. Through it all, our mission has held firm.

We’re here to serve this community with transparency, steady leadership, and a long-term commitment to its well-being. This year’s investments highlight the donors and partners who believe in building a strong future for Daviess County. John Dudenhoeffer, Daviess Advisory Board Chair The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community.

We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Daviess County, Indiana today and for generations to come. Our dedicated team works alongside donors, advisors, nonprofits, and students to create meaningful impact across Southwest Indiana. Community Impact Director Brandon Fitzpatrick (President) Amy Matteson (Vice President) Denise Walden (Secretary) Have a question, need assistance, or want to learn more about our work?

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