Indiana Higher Education Funding via American Electric Power Foundation
Grants from American Electric Power Foundation help Indiana higher education and other 501(c)(3) organizations fund STEM education, basic needs, and social justice programs. Eligible applicants are public charities, government entities, or qualifying foundations located in AEP’s service territory or serving its customers, with invitations secured through their local AEP Operating Company.
American Electric Power Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for Indiana Education
Nonprofit organizations in Indiana supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through the Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. Grants from Costco Foundation help higher education and related educational initiatives that meet 501(c)(3) requirements and demonstrate measurable community impact in areas where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Environmental Justice Funding for Midwest Institutions via Minneapolis Foundation
Colleges, universities, and other eligible higher education institutions in Indiana and EPA Region 5 can apply for The Minneapolis Foundation’s Tier 1 Environmental Justice Thriving Communities grants, with awards up to US $150,000 for assessment and engagement projects. Funding supports environmental and public health efforts in disadvantaged Great Lakes communities, including research, monitoring, mapping, and community engagement activities.
The Minneapolis Foundation
State Farm Foundation Education Grants in Indiana
Higher education institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Indiana can access funding for safety, community development, and education initiatives that include higher education and college and career pathways. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support programs such as K–12 and higher education success, STEM, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and community revitalization across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Education
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Indiana and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programs that engage youth and demonstrate lasting impact. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program and capital needs for museums, performing arts organizations, arts schools, and STEAM-related initiatives, which may include higher education partners.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Indiana Native Plant Society Grants for Indiana Environmental Education
Indiana teachers and youth group leaders can receive US $50 - US $700 to cover transportation, naturalist fees, and supplies for educational nature field trips in Indiana. Indiana Native Plant Society’s Letha’s Youth Outdoors Fund prioritizes groups with limited access to natural environments, especially trips highlighting native plants, their habitats, and the impacts of invasive species.
Indiana Native Plant Society
Lilly Endowment Grants for Indiana Higher Education
Grants from Lilly Endowment help Indiana higher education institutions and Christian organizations strengthen theological education, prepare diverse religious leaders, and enhance the vitality of congregations. Eligible Indiana colleges, universities, and related programs, including those serving HBCUs, Native American and Latino students, may be considered, with some initiatives offered nationally on an invitational basis.
Lilly Endowment Inc
Broad Charitable Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations funding charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work can apply for support from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help Indiana higher education institutions and related nonprofits that are tax-exempt under federal (and where applicable, California) law, provided all funded activities occur within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Development
Indiana higher education institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs such as workforce education, basic needs, housing, arts, environment, and inclusion. Focused on strengthening communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation invites proposals that preserve neighborhoods, educate the workforce, and address hunger and emergency shelter needs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Indiana Education Policy Funding via Joyce Foundation
Full proposal due Aug 3, 2026
Indiana nonprofits and select public entities working on education policy and post-secondary success can seek support for research, policy development, advocacy, and implementation efforts. Focused on closing racial and income gaps in college and career outcomes, the Joyce Foundation backs work that advances educator effectiveness, college and career readiness, and post-secondary success in the Great Lakes region.
The Joyce Foundation
Paul Ogle Foundation Support for Indiana Communities
Letter of inquiry due Aug 3, 2026
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public agencies serving Southern Indiana residents can seek funding for capital improvements, equipment, programs, and special projects that improve community life. Focused on economic prosperity, human needs, regional cooperation, and cultural preservation, Paul Ogle Foundation invites Indiana organizations with strong Southern Indiana impact and sound finances to discuss pre-approved grant requests.
Paul Ogle Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 4, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and 509(a) organizations and government agencies serving Jefferson County, Indiana residents can seek grants supporting community programs, including higher education initiatives. The Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County prioritizes one-time, preventive projects, capacity building, and new services that reach a broad population and address underlying local issues using its Flexible Community and Field of Interest Funds.
Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County
Ball Brothers Foundation Support for Indiana Education
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
Indiana higher education and other tax-exempt organizations can seek funding for projects in arts and culture, education, community vitality, environment, health and public safety, and human services. Ball Brothers Foundation supports strategic, results-focused initiatives, often in Muncie and East Central Indiana, with grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $100,000 that can leverage additional funding.
Ball Brothers Foundation
Macular Degeneration Research Grants from Reeves Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) research universities and medical centers can receive funding for macular degeneration research projects and related capital needs. The Reeves Foundation provides Indiana and national higher education institutions with support for equipment and other project costs, not overhead or operating expenses. Priority goes to capital expenditures, matching funds, and proposals with strong impact.
Carl Marshall Reeves and Mildred Almen Reeves Foundation Grant
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 use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. USDA Rural Development provides funding for projects such as educational facilities, community centers, public safety buildings, and related infrastructure, which may benefit higher education institutions serving rural communities.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
USDA Rural Microenterprise Grants in Indiana
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Indiana higher education institutions, nonprofits, and federally recognized tribes can access funding to run Rural Microloan Revolving Funds and provide training for rural microentrepreneurs. These USDA awards, up to US $500,000, support working capital, debt refinancing, equipment and supply purchases, and real estate improvements for very small rural businesses through qualified Microenterprise Development Organizations.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Indiana Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence survivors near TJX locations in Indiana can seek program support through The Tjx Foundation. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, The Tjx Foundation provides funding for basic needs, out-of-school enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
George and Frances Ball Foundation Grants for Indiana Education
Applications due Nov 4, 2026
Focused on education and community livability, George and Frances Ball Foundation invites Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for Quarterly Competitive Grants supporting higher education, youth, and related initiatives. Nonprofits working in education, civic enhancement, arts and culture, nature and historic preservation, or wrap-around services in East Central Indiana may be eligible.
George And Frances Ball Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Indiana Higher Education
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Indiana higher education nonprofits can seek funding for college and other post-secondary programs, with typical awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. Focused on community-serving initiatives, the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports IRS-qualified U.S. organizations, including schools, museums, cultural programs, youth and disability services, environmental efforts, and related educational activities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Indiana Women and Children Funding via Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government agencies serving women and children in Jefferson County, Indiana can apply for the Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County’s Women’s Giving Circle Grant to support education, health, economic empowerment, or violence prevention programs. Projects that are preventive, one-time, and broadly benefit the county may be especially competitive.
Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County
Community Development Funding for Nonprofits from Old National Bank
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana offering affordable housing, workforce development, economic development, or financial empowerment programs can seek approximately US $15,000 to expand community impact. Old National Bank Foundation prioritizes initiatives serving underrepresented and low- to moderate-income people, which may include higher-education-related workforce readiness, financial literacy, or career pathways programs.
Old National Bank
Community Foundation Alliance Support for Education
Full proposal due Mar 10, 2027
Higher education institutions, schools, libraries, and public education organizations in Indiana, especially those based in Gibson County, can apply for funding to enhance math, science, and language arts education. Focused on innovative projects, Community Foundation Alliance supports programs and equipment that expand learning opportunities for youth and adult residents of Gibson County.
Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Indiana Higher Education Funding via Hayner Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Indiana higher education institutions and other 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for religious, charitable, and educational projects, including arts, scholarships, and scientific research. Indiana higher education organizations can access funding through Hayner Foundation, which typically awards US $10,000 - US $25,000 for scholarships and research, with preference for institutions of higher learning.
Hayner Foundation
Indiana Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana and across the U.S. with programs for underserved youth, families, food access, or environmental stewardship can apply for the True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact projects. Chick Fil A Foundation supports initiatives in education, hunger relief, housing, and planet care benefiting young people and their families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Education Program Grants for Nonprofits from Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Letter of inquiry due May 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running education programs, scholarships, or research benefiting underprivileged students in Indiana’s Dearborn County can apply for US $5,000 - US $15,000 from Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Funding from the Harrison Family Foundation supports innovative primary, secondary, higher, and adult education initiatives, including capital items and operating expenses, with a preference for smaller, community-based organizations.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for Indiana
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Indiana higher education institutions, nonprofit corporations, rural public entities, and tribes can seek funding to support small and emerging rural businesses through training, technical assistance, and community economic development projects. Focused on rural development, USDA Rural Development invites eligible applicants to propose projects such as business incubators, revolving loan funds, and technology-based economic development benefiting rural areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
US $50,000 - US $1,500,000
Indiana Capital Projects Funding via United Way
Applications due Mar 31, 2028
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Indiana that directly deliver essential health and human services can seek US $50,000 - US $1,500,000 for capital real estate projects. Grants from United Way of Marshall County support land purchase, construction, renovation, and equipment that expand or improve service spaces, which may benefit higher education-related community service facilities.
United Way of Marshall County