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Find similar grantsTwo rounds annually. Round 1: preliminary apps due Feb 15, full proposals due Apr 1. Round 2: preliminary apps due Jul 15, full proposals due Sep 1. Deadline_found reflects the Round 2 final submission date.
General Grants is sponsored by Ball Brothers Foundation. The Ball Brothers Foundation offers general grants to organizations in Indiana, particularly focusing on Muncie and Delaware County. The foundation emphasizes support for arts, education, environment, health, human services, and public benefit initiatives, aiming to enhance community engagement and well-being.
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Apply — Ball Brothers Foundation BBF has transitioned to a new online application system, GoApply. Please reach out to foundation staff if you have questions or need assistance. GoApply ONLINE APPLICATION Before applying for a grant, we encourage everyone to speak with a Ball Brothers Foundation staff member to discuss the potential project and determine if it is a good fit.
To schedule a time to talk to a staff person, call the office at 765-741-5500 or email Susan Brumley . The foundation recommends reviewing the questions and guidelines for each grant type prior to beginning your application. If you receive funding from Ball Brothers Foundation, you will be expected to submit a Final Report (this is also done through the GoApply system).
The following guides provide more information: Preliminary Applications due February 15 Full proposals due April 1* Preliminary Applications due July 15 Full proposals due September 1* *Preliminary Application must have been approved by the president/CEO Accepted February 1–November 30 Excellence in Teaching Award Nominations accepted January 1–February 15 Nominations accepted March 1–August 15 All applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.
m. on the deadline date. Deadlines that fall on a holiday or weekend still apply.
Before you begin the application process, make sure you review our final checklist to ensure you’re ready: The focus must be on one of the Ball Brothers Foundation’s interest areas The proposal has potential for immediate leveraging of other funds to support the project and demonstrates the likelihood of gaining further support from other sources once the original grants ends The proposal must include a definitive process for measuring or assessing results Organizations/institutions must have tax exempt status as defined by IRS Codes HOW TO USE THE GOApply SYSTEM HOW TO SUBMIT A FINAL GRANT REPORT
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations with IRS tax-exempt status whose work aligns with BBF strategic priorities, demonstrates potential for leveraging additional funds, and includes measurement/assessment processes. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for General Grants are due September 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
General Grants is funded by Ball Brothers Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Delaware and Indiana. Check the official notice for exact location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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General Operating and Program Support is a grant from the Ball Brothers Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations in Indiana, with a focus on central Indiana and Muncie, addressing education, community development, arts and culture, and health. The foundation prioritizes organizations with demonstrated effectiveness and strong community ties. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in Indiana, with preference for those serving Ball Brothers' historic focus areas. The foundation offers both general operating support and program-specific grants, supporting organizations at various stages of development. Ball Brothers accepts applications through an online portal and conducts multiple grant cycles per year, with staff available to discuss project alignment before submission.
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