These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in Indiana, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Arts and cultureInterstate artist touringPerformances+3 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be organizations located in the listed Midwestern states or Native Nations and communities sharing that geography; 501(c)(3) nonprofits must have annual expenses of $2 million or less, while tribal organizations may be any budget size. Applicants need a UEI, must be in good standing with Arts Midwest, comply with federal requirements, and propose at least two activities featuring a professional artist or ensemble from outside the applicant’s state, including at least one public performance, exhibition, or workshop and engagement with an underserved audience.
Human and social servicesArts and cultureEducation+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and meet the foundation's geographic and sector priorities. The foundation typically does not fund churches; religious, charter, or magnet schools; political lobbying or other political purposes; individuals; international organizations not qualified in the United States; or for-profit businesses.
Human and social servicesArts and cultureEducation+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The majority of grants support organizations in the Fort Wayne, Indiana metropolitan area or organizations whose work has direct outreach or impact there. Selective grants may support organizations in Kokomo, Indiana; Columbus, Indiana; and Columbus, Ohio. The foundation typically does not fund churches; religious, charter, or magnet schools; political lobbying or other political purposes; individuals; international organizations not qualified in the United States; or for-profit businesses.
Arts, Culture & PreservationEducationEnvironment & Animal Welfare+2 more
Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations serving the local community must meet Impact 100’s eligibility requirements and first submit a Letter of Intent to the appropriate Focus Area Committee. Only organizations whose LOIs are selected may submit a full grant application; unsolicited full grant applications are not accepted.
Who can apply: Applicants must have 501(c)(3) designation from the IRS. The foundation has historically supported activities in Indiana and Florida, but requests from around the country will be considered. Preference is generally given to specific projects or activities with defined outcomes rather than general operating funds or fundraising campaigns.
EducationArts and CultureOutreach / Community Programs+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations. Foundation prefers project-specific requests with defined, measurable outcomes; generally does not fund general operating support or fundraising campaigns. While historically focused in Indiana and Florida, requests from around the country are considered.
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