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Find similar grantsGIFT IX Initiative is sponsored by Lilly Endowment, Inc.. A grant program supporting community development, education, and religion initiatives in Indiana, with a focus on measurable, sustained impact over 2–4 years.
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GIFT IX - Lilly Endowment Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) IX I n 2025, Lilly Endowment announced the ninth phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT IX) community foundation initiative. This initiative is based upon the Endowment’s longstanding belief that community foundations are uniquely positioned to play central roles in supporting and strengthening communities throughout Indiana.
The Endowment has allocated up to $271. 5 million for this initiative, which aims to support Indiana’s community foundations in their efforts to strengthen their capacities to respond to local challenges and opportunities, both now and in the future. Community Support Grants totaling more than $135 million were awarded in 2025.
Grants ranged from $500,000 to $15 million to help community foundations support in the near-term projects, programs or initiatives that address local needs or enhance the quality of life in their communities. Matching Grants totaling up to $135. 75 million will help community foundations develop unrestricted assets and support projects and programs that address community needs.
Eligible community foundations may submit proposals requesting grants ranging from $750,000 to $15 million based on the population of the counties they serve. Matching Grant proposals must be submitted by noon (ET) on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 . The application form for Matching Grants will open for submissions on June 1, 2026.
GIFT IX Initiative Resources GIFT IX Proposal Guidelines GIFT IX Eligible Funding by County Document GIFT IX Grants Submission Checklist GIFT IX Public Support Worksheet GIFT IX Matching Fund Grant Reporting Form
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Indiana-based nonprofits and community foundations engaged in social or economic development, faith organizations implementing community or youth programs, and collaborative partnerships addressing local challenges. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $271.5 million statewide. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for GIFT IX Initiative are due June 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
GIFT IX Initiative is funded by Lilly Endowment, Inc.. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Indiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
The Eli Lilly and Company Foundation's 2026 Open Call opened June 1 and closes July 3, across three focus areas: Global Health, K-12 STEM Education, and Economic Mobility. But two of the three only fund Marion County, Indiana. Here is how to read the geographic fine print, why the funder's commercial identity shapes what wins, and how to position a proposal that actually fits.
Read articleThe Lilly Foundation's 2026 Open Call accepts pre-applications June 1 through July 3. Its three priorities — Global Health, K-12 STEM Education, and Economic Mobility — look national, but the education and mobility tracks concentrate heavily in Marion County, Indiana, while the health track funds cardiometabolic work abroad. Here's how to read the geography before you spend a week on a pre-application you can't win.
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