US Bancorp Foundation Community Development Grants in Indiana
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for funding that may support community and school garden initiatives. With a mission to create equitable, lasting change, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Support for Indiana Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary program funding. Grants from Costco Foundation help horticulture and gardening groups when their community or school garden projects clearly benefit children or families and demonstrate measurable outcomes, strong community collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from DanPaul Foundation
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth health, education, development, or welfare can access funding through the DanPaul Foundation for programs like child advocacy, early childhood development, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, and environmental education. Grants up to US $15,000 are available, with no geographic restrictions for eligible organizations whose projects match the foundation’s mission.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Gardens
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first startups in Indiana and other priority regions can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for bold, scalable social or environmental solutions. Organizations running community or school garden initiatives that directly benefit underserved populations and can grow to reach thousands may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Indiana Tech-Enabled Community Funding via Cisco
Indiana nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience for mostly economically underserved communities can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation provides program funding worldwide, so Indiana community and school garden projects that are tech-enabled and mission-aligned may be eligible.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions offering arts, science, or arts education programming can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. The Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, well-established organizations, including museums, performing arts groups, and arts schools; Indiana nonprofits with strong arts or STEAM education components may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Community Funding from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or community services, including those running community or school garden programs in Indiana, can seek support for food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Grants from Labcorp Charitable Foundation help eligible U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations or equivalents advance equitable care, education, and community wellbeing.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Indiana Native Plant Society Support for Youth Nature Trips
Indiana teachers and youth group leaders in Indiana can receive funding to cover transportation, naturalist fees, and related supplies for educational field trips through the Letha's Youth Outdoors Fund. Indiana Native Plant Society prioritizes groups with limited access to nature and trips that highlight native plants, their habitats, and the impacts of invasive species.
Indiana Native Plant Society
Indiana Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Indiana organizations and social enterprises working on education, youth health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children can receive project or scaling support from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards are more than US $50,000. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, schools, governments, community foundations, and other mission-aligned entities serving children and youth.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Indiana Community Development
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in early childhood education, community development, affordable housing, arts, or human services may be eligible for funding that strengthens low- and moderate-income communities. Focused on education and economic development, PNC Foundation invites community-based organizations in its Indiana service areas to propose sustainable programs serving diverse local residents.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Indiana Horticulture Projects
Indiana horticulture and gardening nonprofits can access funding through La Roche for charitable projects managed by accredited charities. Eligible initiatives include humanitarian and social development, science and education, community and environment, and arts and culture, which may encompass community or school garden programs connected to sustainable development and youth education in Indiana.
La Roche, Inc.
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, or related initiatives can apply for sponsorship funding; awards may also back arts, culture, environment, and inclusion efforts. With a mission to advance economic mobility, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides U.S. organizations with regional sponsorships that can include community and school garden projects within these priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Self-Reliance Grants in Indiana
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Indiana horticulture and gardening nonprofits that help disadvantaged people become more self-reliant can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Eligible 501(c)(3) or qualifying foreign organizations working on poverty, disability, disaster relief, or human and social services may benefit, including community and school garden programs with these aims.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in Indiana can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their preservation, education, or wellness work through compelling narratives. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds projects that highlight efforts like environmental conservation, early education, mental health, and related community programs, with awards of more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Indiana Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural Indiana can fund construction, purchase, or improvement of essential community facilities and equipment. USDA Rural Development supports projects such as community gardens, food pantries, health centers, public safety buildings, and other critical services in towns and rural areas with populations under 20,000.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Indiana horticulture and gardening nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships; awards may aid key service and financial goals. Insperity provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations connected to its employees, client base, or communities, which may benefit community and school garden initiatives.
Insperity
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities in Indiana counties near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment projects. Grants from Georgia-Pacific Foundation help eligible organizations within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community, including those running community or school garden and related horticulture programs.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Indiana Native Plant Society Garden Grants
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and South Central Chapter members in Indiana can apply for Indiana Native Plant Society’s small grants, awarding US $50 - US $250 for native plant demonstration gardens and related projects. Funding supports community-benefiting horticulture, pollinator, and rain garden initiatives within the chapter’s counties, especially those with strong educational components for schools and neighborhoods.
Indiana Native Plant Society
Indiana Community Services Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Indiana can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to support environmental, human services, and related programs, including general operations or projects. Garden and horticulture initiatives that fit these priorities may be eligible for unrestricted support.
Lawrence Foundation
Historic Site Preservation Funding for Indiana Organizations via Noble County Community Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Eligible Indiana public entities and community organizations working to enhance the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site in Noble County can apply for Noble County Community Foundation’s field of interest support. Funding may cover trail amenities, historic restoration, beautification projects, and transportation for school field trips, which may benefit garden, outdoor, or horticulture-related initiatives at the site.
Noble County Community Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Support for Indiana Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Indiana can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, education, arts, health facilities, environmental activities, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. With a mission to help impactful nonprofits, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. organizations—including those running community and school garden projects—with flexible program support.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Indiana Horticulture Funding via Indiana Native Plant Society
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Not-for-profit groups in Central Indiana can receive up to US $300 for projects that promote the conservation, study, and use of native plants. Indiana Native Plant Society supports horticulture and gardening efforts in counties such as Marion, Hamilton, Hendricks, and surrounding areas, which may include community and school garden initiatives.
Indiana Native Plant Society
Basic Needs and Community Vitality Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s national Community Grants to support program work and measurable outcomes. Ameriprise Financial provides U.S. organizations with funding that may benefit community and school garden projects tied to hunger relief, neighborhood revitalization, or economic self-sufficiency.
Ameriprise Financial
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Impact Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health, or disaster relief in communities with an O'Reilly Auto Parts presence can apply for O'Reilly Automotive Foundation project, operating, or capital support grants. Indiana organizations running community or school garden programs that address hunger, poverty, health, or job readiness may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Impact Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Indiana horticulture and gardening nonprofits, especially 501(c)(3) organizations running community or school garden, youth, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship programs, can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. Eligible U.S., Canadian, U.K., and Singapore charities may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful local community projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Indiana horticulture and gardening nonprofits with strong community partnerships can access funding through the Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award to recognize collaborative, replicable programs. U.S.-based organizations whose garden or community projects measurably improve lives and model effective cross-sector collaboration may be competitive for this annual recognition.
Mutual Of America Foundation