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GIFT IX - Lilly Endowment Strengthening Indianapolis Major Community Development Initiatives Higher Education and Workforce Readiness Higher Education and Intellectual Capital Strategic Community Advancement Initiatives Major Education & Youth Initiatives Strengthening Pastoral Leadership Enhancing Congregational Vitality Strengthening Religious Institutions and Networks Improving the Public Understanding of Religion Major Religion Initiatives Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program Indy Summer Youth Programs More Resources and Opportunities Strengthening Indianapolis Major Community Development Initiatives Higher Education and Workforce Readiness Higher Education and Intellectual Capital Strategic Community Advancement Initiatives Major Education & Youth Initiatives Strengthening Pastoral Leadership Enhancing Congregational Vitality Strengthening Religious Institutions and Networks Improving the Public Understanding of Religion Major Religion Initiatives Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program Indy Summer Youth Programs More Resources and Opportunities 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. GIFT IX Funding Opportunities Overview Community Support Grants totaling up to $135.
75 million will 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. Eligible community foundations may submit proposals requesting grants ranging from $750,000 to $15 million based on the population of the counties they serve. Community Support Grant proposals were due by November 6, 2025.
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. Funding opportunities through GIFT IX are only open to eligible Indiana community foundations who have satisfactorily participated in any previous GIFT phase or program or received special authorization from the Endowment to participate.
Please see the GIFT IX Proposal Guidelines for additional information about eligibility requirements. 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 © 2026 Lilly Endowment Inc. 2801 N. Meridian St.
, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Indiana community foundations that have satisfactorily participated in previous GIFT phases or received special authorization from Lilly Endowment. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $750,000 - $15,000,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Program is a competitive grant program administered by Christian Theological Seminary that funds renewal leaves for pastors of Christian congregations across the United States and Puerto Rico. Awards of up to $60,000 support pastors who step away briefly from daily parish demands to engage in personal renewal and reflection, with the goal of strengthening congregational health and vitality. Proposals must be submitted jointly by the congregation and pastor, with leaves planned to begin no sooner than January 1 of the following year. The 2026 Program Year has a deadline of March 18, 2026, for leaves planned in 2027. Eligible applicants include Christian congregations and their ordained pastors in all 50 US states.
National Clergy Renewal Program is a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. that funds intentional periods of renewal and reflection for Christian pastors, allowing them to step away from the persistent obligations of daily ministry. Administered through Christian Theological Seminary, the program is designed for congregations and pastors who share a strong, trusting relationship and are committed to continued ministry together. Renewal periods are not vacations but structured times for exploration and spiritual refreshment aimed at renewing enthusiasm and creativity for congregational leadership. Awards range from $15,000 to $60,000. Eligible applicants are Christian congregations in all 50 U.S. states except Indiana, and Puerto Rico.