US Bancorp Foundation Community Development Grants in Indiana
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana working on economic and workforce advancement, housing, or community arts and culture can apply for support that may complement food access and hunger initiatives. With a mission to advance equitable community development, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes groups in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple “work, home, and play” pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Support for Indiana Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary program funding, which can include food access and hunger initiatives. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-based programs in areas where it does business that demonstrate measurable outcomes and strong local collaboration.
Costco Foundation
Indiana Environmental Justice Funding via Minneapolis Foundation
Eligible tribal governments, community-based nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions in Indiana can apply for the Minneapolis Foundation’s Tier 1 grants, awarding up to US $150,000 for environmental and public health assessment and engagement projects. Food access and hunger initiatives in disadvantaged communities may be supported when tied to environmental justice and community health in EPA Region 5.
The Minneapolis Foundation
Indiana Food Security Funding via Cisco Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to improve food security and related services in Indiana can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, tech-enabled programs in crisis response, education access, and economic empowerment that primarily serve economically underserved communities worldwide.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. cultural nonprofits offering arts, science, or arts education programs, including those serving Indiana, can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, with awards of more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general and endowment support. Organizations addressing broad audiences, especially youth and artist development, may be competitive applicants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
La Roche Support for Indiana Community Programs
Indiana nonprofits and accredited charities running humanitarian, social, educational, environmental, or arts programs can access funding through La Roche; projects must be locally based and managed in-country via a Roche affiliate. Organizations addressing community well-being or basic needs, including those with food access or hunger-related components, may be competitive if they engage Roche expertise and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Valero Energy Foundation Support for Indiana Communities
Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, health care, education, or civic initiatives in Valero’s nearby communities can apply for Valero Energy Foundation grants. Community programs that include food assistance or hunger relief may be eligible, particularly in counties where Valero has major operations such as Montgomery, Posey, and Wells.
Valero Energy Foundation
Elevance Health Foundation Support for Maternal Health
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations improving maternal and infant health can access funding that supports programs addressing disparities, social needs, and barriers to care in Indiana and nationwide. Grants from Elevance Health Foundation help initiatives that span pre-conception through postnatal care and aim for measurable improvements in maternal/infant outcomes, which may benefit food access and related health efforts.
Elevance Health Foundation
Oral Health Program Grants for Nonprofits from Delta Dental of Michigan
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Indiana nonprofits promoting or providing oral health care can access funding through Delta Dental of Michigan’s Community Mini Grants to support local programs. Grants up to US $10,000 may fund initiatives in access to dental care, education, advocacy, workforce development, and emerging oral health efforts, which may benefit organizations also addressing food access and community health.
Delta Dental of Michigan
Perdue Foundation Community Grants in Indiana
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on food access, hunger relief, health, education, environment, poverty, or public safety can seek up to US $1,000 for community programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation provides support in states where Perdue operates, requiring endorsement from a Perdue associate.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
Food and Quality-of-Life Grants from Community Foundation of Morgan County
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofits and charitable groups serving Morgan County, Indiana can seek funding for innovative projects that improve food access, K–12 mental health, workforce development, and overall quality of life. Focused on transformative community solutions, the Community Foundation of Morgan County supports charitable, non-discriminatory programs open to the public that help move local organizations and the county forward.
Community Foundation of Morgan County
Indiana Community Programs Funding via Community Foundation Alliance
Applications due Aug 21, 2026
Nonprofits, government agencies, and fiscally sponsored community groups in Indiana can seek project funding for arts, education, health, human services, environment, recreation, and youth development. Focused on broad community well-being, Community Foundation Alliance invites organizations serving Daviess County to apply for Community Good Grants of up to US $5,000 for specific programs and projects.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Food and Health Funding from Foundations of East Chicago
Applications due Aug 25, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek up to US $35,000 to run East Chicago programs addressing food pantries, nutrition, fitness, life subsistence, and related health and safety needs. Foundations of East Chicago supports program-specific costs like equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, and rental space for measurable, well-planned community initiatives.
Foundations of East Chicago
Backup Power Grants for Nonprofits from Hillman Family Foundations
Letter of inquiry due Aug 26, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local government agencies seeking backup power solutions to maintain essential services during emergencies may be eligible for funding in southwestern Pennsylvania. Hillman Family Foundations supports projects that keep facilities powered so communities can access basic needs like food, shelter, and safety, which may benefit organizations also focused on food access and hunger.
Hillman Family Foundations
Ball Brothers Foundation Support for Indiana Communities
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations can seek Ball Brothers Foundation funding for programs in arts and culture, education, community vitality, environment, health and public safety, or human services. Focused on broad community needs, this grant may benefit nonprofits addressing food access and hunger as part of their human services or community development work, with awards from US $5,000 - US $100,000.
Ball Brothers Foundation
Indiana Community Programs Funding via Fifth Third Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status in Indiana can apply for grants supporting education, arts, community development, health, and human services programming. Fifth Third Foundation, through its Foundation Office and Evansville-area foundations, may support efforts such as food pantries and other community-based services that improve access to opportunity and strengthen local communities.
Fifth Third Foundation
Indiana Food Access Funding via Perdue Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on food access and hunger, agriculture, or related community needs can seek more than US $1,000 to support community-focused programs. Focused on strengthening communities, Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation invites organizations in Perdue associate communities to apply for initiatives in hunger relief, poverty, health, education, and public safety.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Penn National Gaming
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana offering community development, education, human services, health, cultural, or veteran support programs may be eligible for grants that strengthen local residents’ quality of life. Grants from Penn National Gaming help Indiana nonprofits in Dearborn County address broad community needs, which can include food access and related hunger initiatives.
Penn National Gaming
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Legacy Foundation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Lake County, Indiana can apply for Legacy Foundation’s Transform Lake County programmatic grants, with awards from US $2,000 - US $35,000 for basic needs, economic mobility, community enrichment, or safety and inclusive justice initiatives. Indiana nonprofits focused on food access and hunger may be eligible if their projects fit these categories.
Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation
American Honda Motor Grants for Indiana Sustainability
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits and schools working on environmental programs like decarbonization, clean energy, or efficient use of natural resources can seek programmatic support through American Honda Motor. Grants from American Honda Motor help fund initiatives such as energy efficiency upgrades, solar or wind installations, recycling, composting, and food recovery, with awards of US $25,000 - US $100,000.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
The Pokagon Fund Food Security Grants in Indiana
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on food access and hunger in Indiana communities near Pokagon Band trust lands can apply for grants up to Up to US $7,500. Grants from The Pokagon Fund help support food security and broader poverty reduction efforts benefiting residents of South Bend and surrounding eligible areas.
The Pokagon Fund
Indiana Community Services Funding via Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
Applications due Nov 18, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Marion County, Indiana can seek up to US $250,000 for programs helping people in need, protecting animals and nature, or enriching community life. Grants from Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust help support services like crisis intervention, self-sufficiency, and education, which may include food access components for vulnerable residents.
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
Joe Burrow Foundation Grants for Indiana Hunger
Applications due Dec 2, 2026
Indiana nonprofits and public charities developing new, sustainable approaches to children’s mental health and food insecurity can seek up to US $10,000 for innovative projects. Focused on supporting underprivileged and underserved communities, the Joe Burrow Foundation invites organizations serving Greater Cincinnati-area Indiana communities to propose programs addressing food access and hunger with lasting impact.
Joe Burrow Foundation
Elevance Health Foundation Support for Behavioral Health
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Indiana nonprofits addressing behavioral health, including mental health and substance use disorders, can seek funding for treatment, prevention, and loneliness-reduction programs. Focused on behavioral health, Elevance Health Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations with measurable, scalable initiatives—especially those supporting whole-person health and health-related social needs—to apply; national and Indiana-based local programs may be eligible.
Elevance Health Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Hunger Relief Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing food access, hunger, and related community needs in Indiana and other O’Reilly Auto Parts communities can apply for the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation’s project, operating, or capital support. Funding supports programs improving quality of life for underserved people, including economic stability, workforce development, health, social services, and disaster relief.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Indiana Nutrition Programs Funding via Elevance Health Foundation
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Indiana food access and nutrition nonprofits can access funding through Elevance Health Foundation to run Food as Medicine programs that improve clinical outcomes for people with diet-related conditions and food insecurity. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities across the U.S., especially those in Indiana, must track long-term outcomes and propose scalable, measurable interventions.
Elevance Health Foundation
US $50,000 - US $1,500,000
Capital Projects Funding from United Way
Applications due Mar 31, 2028
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana that directly deliver essential health and human services, including food assistance, can seek matching capital grants of US $50,000 - US $1,500,000 for real estate and facility projects. Focused on capital improvements, United Way of Marshall County supports projects that expand or enhance spaces for childcare, housing, mental health care, and food access.
United Way of Marshall County