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jsp [title] => Log In to Grants Portal [button_style] => text_icon 2024 CICF Collaborative Competitive Grants Central Indiana Community Foundation Hamilton County Community Foundation Open | Closes Nov 20, 2026 The Indiana Climate and Democracy Catalyst Fund The Indiana Climate and Democracy Catalyst Fund consists of local, state, and national funders who are committed to catalyzing movement building to accelerate environmental equity, decarbonization, and an inclusive democracy throughout the state of Indiana.
This co-investment will progress environmental equity and inclusive democracy through grants to non-profit organizations leading this work in their communities. 2026 Application Open Dates: Rolling application with quarterly reviews.
The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund High School Media Center Enhancement Grants Media Center Enhancement Grants are for high school libraries to improve collections, technology, and access to resources for high school students. Central Indiana Senior Fund Central Indiana Senior Fund is a donor-advised fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation.
It financially supports programs and services that promote quality living for older adults ages 55+ in central Indiana (Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan, and Shelby Counties). 2026 Application Open Dates: Mar 30-April 30 2026 Women’s Fund of Central Indiana The Women’s Fund annual grant round is open to any organization serving Central Indiana women and/or girls.
Additional grant opportunities may also be available. 2025 Application Open Dates: Apr 1-Apr 30, 2025 Hamilton County Community Foundation Multi-Year Partner Grant This invite-only grant provides one nonprofit organization with three-years of unrestricted operating support. Funding is intended to strengthen the organization’s long-term capacity to address system-level challenges aligned with HCCF’s strategic priorities.
This is an invitation-only grant and does not accept unsolicited applications. The Indianapolis Foundation Competitive Grants Indianapolis nonprofits can request funding through our grant process to drive meaningful change and help shape Indianapolis into a thriving, welcoming community. Thomas P.
and Sondra D. Sheehan Charitable Foundation The Thomas P. and Sondra D.
Sheehan Charitable Foundation Medical Assistance Grant is dedicated to providing medical assistance to families who are in financial need of support. The Sheehan Charitable Foundation encourages the development of children and seeks to remove financial barriers by providing assistance for durable medical equipment needs, occupational and physical therapeutic services, and short-term treatments which improve a child’s quality of life.
Hamilton County Community Foundation Competitive Grants The annual HCCF competitive grant round is designed around trust-based philanthropy and awards unrestricted organizational support that will help nonprofits realize their missions and better serve their constituents.
Crosser Family Foundation The Crosser Family Foundation, a fund of Hamilton County Community Foundation, is dedicated to enhancing the lives of youth and families in Hamilton County. By partnering with innovative nonprofit organizations, the Crosser Family Foundation strives to cultivate a strong and engaged community. This is an invitation-only grant opportunity.
The Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund The mission of the Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund is to provide equitable access to legal support and representation to immigrant Hoosiers in Marion County.
The Indianapolis Foundation Elevation Grant Program The Elevation Grant Program (previously known as the Violent Crime Prevention Grant Program) is a partnership between The City of Indianapolis and The Indianapolis Foundation.
The program set out to invest $45 million in neighborhoods over three years (2022, 2023, and 2024) to address the root causes of violent crime in Indianapolis through a comprehensive approach, including neighborhood empowerment and community building.
2025 Application Open Dates: Sept 22-Oct 3, 2025 Summer Youth Program Fund The Summer Youth Program Fund (SYPF) supports high-quality, safe, and positive experiences for Marion County children and teens ages 4-24 at little to no cost to families.
The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund Minde Browning Professional Development Fund Grants The Minde Browning Fund provides professional development grants to staff serving in any eligible Marion County library. Application should be submitted at least 60 days before the proposed event.
2025 Application Open Dates: Jan 1-Dec 31, 2025 The Capacity Lab Grant for Entrepreneur Serving Organizations The Indianapolis Foundation is pleased to announce The Capacity Lab, a funding opportunity designed to strengthen and support organizations advancing entrepreneurship and community impact, particularly those that are grassroots and BIPOC-serving in the Indianapolis entrepreneurial support ecosystem.
2025/2026 Application Open Dates: Dec 10, 2025-Jan 23, 2026 The Indianapolis Foundation Library Fund Competitive Grants The Library Fund was established by a donor to support projects and activities that increase literacy, information literacy and information access for Marion County residents.
2026 Application Open Dates: Round 1: January 21-February 27, 2026 | Round 2: July 31- September 4, 2026 Manage Your Application in the Grants Portal Before starting a grant application, reach out to the contact person on the grant listing to discuss your needs, ideas and whether you’re a good fit for our grants. Next, create a grant application in the Grants Portal , powered by SmartSimple, our grants management platform.
If you’ve never applied to a grant from an entity within the CICF Collaborative before, you will need to set up an account. See our Grants Portal 101 Guide for directions. For technical assistance, contact us at GrantSupport@cicf.
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org Who should I talk to before applying? We strongly encourage you to reach out to your community leadership officer before you apply. If you need help identifying your organization’s community leadership officer, please email GrantSupport@cicf.
org. Can my organization submit multiple requests to multiple funding sources in one year? If you have an open grant with a specific funding opportunity (e.g. the Indianapolis Foundation open round), you will not be considered for another grant from that funding opportunity until the earlier grant round is completed.
Generally speaking, each funding opportunity (or grant round) supports one request per year. The CICF Collaborative includes many funds that may be interested in funding your request. Our staff will advise you on the best approach, timing and funding opportunities.
If our organization submits an application and is declined funding, can we reapply? It depends. When an application is declined, our staff will either make recommendations on ways to improve your request or advise on how your organization’s programming can be improved or adjusted to align better with funding priorities.
Our staff may also connect you with community resources or networks. We may also communicate if there is no alignment at this time. How can my organization apply for other funding opportunities within the CICF Collaborative?
Our staff will share applications with our donor-advised funds based on those funds’ priorities. Organizations cannot apply directly to these funds for support. We cannot guarantee that every application will be presented to donor-advised fundholders or their leadership.
I'm a fiscal sponsor. Can I submit more than one application? If you are a fiscal sponsor for multiple smaller organizations, you can submit an application for each organization you support.
How often should I review and update my organization's profile on the online grant portal? It is recommended that all organizations in the Grants Portal update their organization profile on an annual basis regardless of funding application status. ALL applications for funding through the Grants Portal require a complete and up-to-date organization profile (within the previous calendar year) before starting a new funding request.
Many applications rely on information collected through the Organization profile to inform their award selection and reduce repetitive input on the application form. Can staff within the CICF Collaborative help me develop my program or organization?
While our staff cannot provide extensive help in shaping your program or developing the ability of your organization to meet the expectations of our funds or other funders, we can often refer you to resources in our community that offer development opportunities for your organization, staff, and programs. How should we recognize our organization's grant? And, where can we get the correct logo(s)?
Information on the appropriate logo to use is provided in your award letter. If you have any questions, please email GrantSupport@cicf. org .
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tax-exempt nonprofit organizations serving Marion County, Indiana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The Indianapolis Foundation Competitive Grants is funded by Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF). 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.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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.