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Knight Foundation Fund | Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Women’s Fund of Greater Fort Wayne Youth Empowered Philanthropy Nonprofit Trainings & Seminars Resources for Starting a Nonprofit Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Women’s Fund of Greater Fort Wayne Youth Empowered Philanthropy Nonprofit Trainings & Seminars Resources for Starting a Nonprofit About the Knight Foundation: The Knight Foundation supports the development of engaged, inclusive, and equitable communities toward a more effective democracy.
An engaged community is one where people participate in civic affairs, are connected to the place where they live, and are invested in their community’s future. In Fort Wayne, Knight has supported the revitalization of the riverfront and surrounding neighborhoods, fostering a vibrant downtown that attracts talent and accelerates economic opportunity.
Knight’s investments in Fort Wayne focus on entrepreneurship, the arts, and smart design projects that build a more connected and thriving community. Knight Foundation investments to promote more engaged communities include: · Downtown and Neighborhood Revitalization: Improving, developing, and restoring downtowns and neighborhoods to make them more livable, attractive, and economically vibrant.
· Public Spaces: Supporting the programming, design, and construction of inclusive and equitable public spaces that connect people to where they live. · Economic Opportunity: Advancing inclusive pathways to jobs and entrepreneurship to attract and retain residents. · “Smart Cities” as Responsive Cities: Helping cities use digital technology to make decisions that are more responsive to residents as communities evolve.
· Journalism, Media, and Civic Engagement: Supporting secondary priority areas that strengthen informed communities. Interested in applying for a Knight Foundation Grant? Please contact Stephanie Carlson, Senior Impact Advisor at scarlson@cfgfw.
org or 260-969-3117 for more information about eligibility, timelines, and the application process. To learn more, please contact: You can also contact another member of our Grants team . Address: CFGFW 555 E.
Wayne Street Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802 2026 © Web Development by PH Digital
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Goal: What is the primary objective of this grant?
Term (in years): How long will the project be?
Total Project Budget: What is the total budget amount?
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Activities: What are the specific uses of the Knight Foundation DAF funds? (Up to 3 responses)
Opportunity: What is the overall opportunity this grant addresses?
Alignment: In which way does this grant advance the Knight Foundation's strategy in the community or field of work? (Must align with Downtown/Neighborhood Revitalization, Economic Opportunity, Public Spaces, Smart Cities, Journalism, Media, or Civic Engagement)
Team: Why is this the appropriate team to address this opportunity?
Organizational data: Describe the diversity of your leadership/project team, particularly as it relates to your ability to serve the intended audience.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits or government entities where at least 50% of people served are in Allen County, Indiana; no multi-year requests; no operational support or fundraising events; only one Knight Foundation Fund grant per calendar year. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows average $45,000; no maximum grant amount specified. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Knight Foundation Fund (Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne) accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Knight Foundation Fund (Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne) is funded by Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne. 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 solicitation lists one required document: Final report at conclusion of project or program. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
The Ethics and Governance of AI Fund is a multi-funder coalition that supports applied research on AI bias, fairness, and accountability; educational programs building public understanding of AI; fellowship programs for emerging scholars; and collaborative cross-disciplinary projects on AI policy and governance. The fund channels $27M+ from Knight Foundation, Omidyar Network, Reid Hoffman, the Hewlett Foundation, and Jim Pallotta. Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors administers pooled grantmaking; each funder also maintains separate application processes. Funded work includes algorithmic accountability research, AI policy and governance fellowships, civil society capacity-building, and interdisciplinary scholar networks. Strong fit for academics, civil society organizations, journalists, policy think tanks, and law schools researching responsible AI.
Knight Foundation Cultural Opportunity Fund is sponsored by John S. and James L. Knight Foundation (administered by The Arts Partnership for Saint Paul, MN). This fund supports performing artists and ensembles, particularly for performances in the Concert Hall, and requires acknowledgement of the Knight Foundation's support. This is a localized program.