Lilly Endowment Religion Grants in Indiana
Lilly Endowment provides Indiana Christian organizations and theological institutions with funding to deepen and enrich the religious lives of Christians, especially by strengthening congregations and leadership. Nationally, its religion grantmaking supports diverse Christian traditions, theological schools, and efforts that nurture children, youth, and young adults, which may benefit Indiana groups with international development connections.
Lilly Endowment Inc
Photography Programming Funding from Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation
Museums and public cultural institutions in Indiana seeking support for photography programming can apply for funding to expand acquisitions, exhibitions, and publications. Focused on photography and museum-based projects, the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation may benefit organizations whose international development work includes photographic exhibitions, collections, or related public programs.
Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation
Education and Health Funding for Indianapolis Nonprofits via Fairbanks Foundation
Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations serving greater Indianapolis can seek funding for education, health, and local economic vitality initiatives, including workforce readiness and job creation. Grants from Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation help Indiana organizations improve academic outcomes, reduce tobacco and substance use, and strengthen the city’s talent pipeline, which may benefit groups with international development connections based in the state.
Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation
Waterfield Foundation Support for Indiana Communities
Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations and public entities seeking funding for charitable, educational, health, arts, human services, or community development work can apply; grants primarily support the Fort Wayne area. Waterfield Foundation supports a wide range of community-focused initiatives that may benefit organizations with international development components based in Indiana.
Waterfield Foundation
Samerian Foundation Support for Indiana Communities
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in education, economic development, health, youth services, community development, or humanitarian projects can apply for up to US $5,000 from the Samerian Foundation. With a mission to enhance quality of life, it primarily supports Central Indiana organizations, including those addressing poverty, hunger, homelessness, and social needs, with some nationally significant and occasional international projects.
Samerian Foundation Inc
Indiana Community Development Funding via Community Foundation Alliance
Applications due Aug 21, 2026
Nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and some fiscally sponsored groups in Daviess County, Indiana can seek project-based support for community development, education, health, human services, environment, arts, recreation, and youth programs. Focused on broad community well-being, Community Foundation Alliance offers Community Good Grants up to US $5,000 that may benefit Indiana organizations with international development-related initiatives.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Indiana Humanities Council Humanities Grants in Indiana
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Tax-exempt organizations, schools, libraries, churches, and government entities in Indiana can receive funding to develop public humanities programs exploring race and ethnicity. Indiana Humanities Council provides Indiana humanities and social science groups with up to US $5,000 for projects such as discussions, lectures, exhibits, films, podcasts, or tours examining issues like immigration, segregation, or institutional racism.
Indiana Humanities Council Inc
Bethany Legacy Foundation Support for Nonprofits
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Indiana seeking to strengthen internal systems, leadership, skills, and long-term sustainability can access capacity-building funding through Bethany Legacy Foundation; awards up to US $20,000. Eligible work must serve Jefferson County and align with focus areas such as childcare, housing, recreation, professional development, mental health, or social services.
Bethany Legacy Foundation Inc
Indiana Community Programs Funding via Fifth Third Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits running education, arts, community development, health, or human services programs can access funding via Fifth Third Foundation’s Foundation Office, including support from several Evansville-based foundations and trusts. Organizations serving children, youth, public spaces, or charitable, scientific, literary, or religious purposes in designated regions may be eligible.
Fifth Third Foundation
Community Development Funding from Horizon Bank
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting education, arts, community development, housing, or social services in Indiana and other eligible areas can seek project or building support through the Horizon Cares Community Grant Programs from Horizon Bank. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Horizon Bank provides grants of more than US $5,000 for one-time or one-year initiatives that leverage additional funding sources.
Horizon Bank
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from Penn National Gaming
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana counties where Penn National Gaming operates can seek funding for community development, education, human services, cultural programs, health initiatives, and veteran and military support. Grants from Penn National Gaming help Indiana groups serving local residents with infrastructure, safety, youth, senior, and disadvantaged population needs in their immediate communities.
Penn National Gaming
Indiana Youth Leadership Funding via Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Indiana youth-serving nonprofits and public entities running leadership development programs for ages 19 and under in Dearborn County can access funding through Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation’s Siemer Milling Company Fund. Grants support youth leadership skills such as enterprise savvy, conscience, and collaborative communication, and may also benefit education-based initiatives and previously funded projects that are expanding or addressing new challenges.
Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation
Workforce Education Grants for Nonprofits from Honda
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofits and schools in Indiana and other eligible states can receive US $25,000 - US $100,000 to run hands-on manufacturing workforce education programs. With a mission to cultivate a future-ready workforce, American Honda Motor provides funding for training in design, data analytics, AI, automation, and related technical skills that may benefit international development efforts.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Motor Grants for Indiana Sustainability
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible schools with environmental programs can seek US $25,000 - US $100,000 for decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient resource use projects benefiting Honda communities. Grants from American Honda Motor help organizations in Indiana and other eligible states advance sustainability through initiatives like energy upgrades, solar or wind installations, recycling, and waste reduction.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
The Pokagon Fund Community Grants in Indiana
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Grants from The Pokagon Fund help Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations fund education, poverty reduction, community vitality, and related charitable projects, with awards up to US $7,500. Eligible projects must directly benefit residents of Hartford or Dowagiac, Michigan, or South Bend, Indiana, including efforts in community development, food security, parks, and early childhood support.
The Pokagon Fund
Indiana Community Programs Funding via Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
Applications due Nov 18, 2026
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Marion County with programs for basic needs, self-sufficiency, education, foster care, animals, or community enrichment can access funding up to Up to US $250,000. Grants from Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust help organizations whose local work may complement international development goals through poverty alleviation, education, and community resilience efforts.
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust
Michigan City Community Enrichment Community Grants in Indiana
Applications due Nov 30, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with programs serving the Michigan City Area School District in Indiana can receive up to US $30,000 for public-purpose projects that benefit the local community. With a mission to support community enrichment, Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation provides Indiana nonprofits with flexible funding that may benefit organizations engaged in international development-related work alongside local initiatives.
Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation
Indiana CTSI Metabolic Research Grants in Indiana
Letter of inquiry due Jan 30, 2027
Indiana research faculty working on diabetes, obesity, or metabolic diseases can access funding through Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute to launch innovative pilot projects. Eligible investigators at Indiana University campuses, Purdue University, University of Notre Dame, and Indiana Biomedical Research Institute may receive up to US $50,000 for one-year, high-risk studies that support future major extramural grant applications.
Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI)
Indiana CTSI Grants for Indiana Diabetes Research
Letter of inquiry due Jan 30, 2027
Faculty investigators at Indiana University, Purdue, Notre Dame, and the Indiana Biomedical Research Institute can apply for Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute pilot grants awarding up to US $50,000 for one-year diabetes and metabolic disease research projects. Indiana-based teams working on globally relevant diabetes or obesity challenges may benefit, especially those aiming to secure larger extramural funding.
Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI)
Indiana CTSI Support for Indiana Diabetes Research
Letter of inquiry due Jan 30, 2027
Established faculty investigators conducting innovative diabetes, obesity, or metabolic disease research in Indiana can seek up to US $50,000 for one-year pilot projects. Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute supports work at Indiana University campuses, Purdue, Notre Dame, and IBRI that can lead to major extramural funding and may benefit global and international health efforts.
Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI)
Indiana Metabolic Research Funding via Indiana CTSI
Letter of inquiry due Jan 30, 2027
Faculty investigators in Indiana developing new diabetes, obesity, or metabolic disease research technologies can apply for up to US $50,000 to support pilot projects. With a mission to advance clinical and translational science, Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute provides Indiana researchers with seed funding that may benefit institutions engaged in global or international development-related health research.
Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI)
Indiana Social Justice Funding via Crossroads Fund
Applications due Feb 10, 2027
With a mission to advance grassroots social justice, Crossroads Fund provides Indiana social change organizations with grants up to US $15,000 for general operating, start-up, or project costs. Eligible groups are community-based efforts in Lake County, Indiana with prior-year expenses under $500,000, including non-501(c)(3) organizations with fiscal sponsorship or an organizational bank account.
Crossroads Fund
Indiana Community Programs Funding via Community Foundation Alliance
Applications due Feb 23, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government agencies in Indiana, especially those serving Warrick County, can apply for Community Foundation Alliance’s Warrick Community Good Grants to support new or ongoing community programs and projects. Funding may benefit initiatives in arts and culture, education, health, human services, environment, recreation, youth development, and community development.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Community Foundation Alliance Educator Training Grants
Full proposal due Mar 9, 2027
Public and private schools in Gibson County, Indiana can apply for Community Foundation Alliance’s Betty Ann McCullough Education Seminar and Convocation Grant to host educator seminars and convocations in science, mathematics, and language arts. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental agencies; other charitable organizations may qualify, sometimes with a fiscal sponsor.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Community Foundation Alliance Support for Education
Full proposal due Mar 10, 2027
Schools, libraries, and public education organizations in Indiana working in Gibson County can seek funding for innovative math, science, and language arts projects through the Betty Ann McCullough Enrichment Project Grants. Grants from Community Foundation Alliance help K–12 and adult education programs purchase equipment or launch enrichment initiatives that expand learning opportunities.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Boston Scientific Foundation Grants for Indiana STEM
Full proposal due Mar 15, 2027
Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public schools offering STEM education programs for economically disadvantaged K–12 students can access funding through Boston Scientific Foundation. Programs must serve communities within 60 miles of Spencer and surrounding eligible counties and demonstrate evidence-based approaches, clear targeting of low-income participants, and measurable improvements in STEM learning outcomes.
Boston Scientific Foundation Inc
Gambling Research Funding from International Center
Applications due Jun 26, 2027
Researchers studying problem, disordered, or responsible gambling with a clear connection to Indiana can apply for this seed grant from the International Center for Responsible Gaming. Projects may involve pilot studies, preparatory work for larger projects, or follow-up research related to lottery gambling, including use of Hoosier Lottery or Indiana-specific data.
International Center for Responsible Gaming