Best Grants for Community Centers in Indiana

East Chicago-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Indiana can apply for Foundations of East Chicago’s general operating grants, with awards up to US $12,500 for rent or mortgage, utilities, office equipment, supplies, maintenance, and similar daily expenses. Community centers and similar organizations may benefit if they meet the local commercial property and eligibility requirements.

Indiana 501(c)(3) and similar tax-exempt organizations offering education, human services, health, or cultural programs can apply for McGraw Foundation grants supporting general operations, specific projects, or occasional capital needs. Grants generally range from US $2,000 - US $10,000 and are typically limited to organizations in the greater Chicago area, so Indiana-based groups serving that region may be eligible.

Indiana 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for specific education, health, safety, and community enrichment programs, including equipment, materials, transportation, and related program costs. Foundations of East Chicago supports measurable, outcomes-based initiatives such as after-school education, job training, wellness, violence prevention, and community arts that improve quality of life, which may benefit community centers across the state.

Indiana research institutions and partners studying how demographics, social determinants, comorbidities, and behaviors affect cancer risk, diagnosis, treatment, or survivorship in Indiana can access funding through Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute. Grants up to US $50,000 support one-year pilot or feasibility projects, which may benefit community-centered health programs and outreach initiatives.

Graduate students researching drinking water quality, environmental science, or public health can receive US $3,000 to advance projects with actionable outcomes for the water industry. Focused on water-related fields, the American Water Works Association scholarship may benefit students connected to Indiana community centers through relevant research partnerships or programming.

Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture may be eligible for funding that strengthens local community centers and services. Grants from US Bancorp Foundation help organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, with priority for leaders of color and programs advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

With a mission to support environmental sustainability, Honda provides Indiana community centers, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and schools with US $25,000 - US $100,000 for decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient resource-use programs. Eligible projects must primarily benefit communities where Honda associates live and work and may include energy upgrades, solar or wind installations, recycling, or composting initiatives.

Nonprofit charitable organizations supporting community development, education, workforce readiness, or basic human needs in Indiana and other KeyBank markets can apply for KeyBank Foundation grants, with awards of US $10,000 - US $25,000. Grants from KeyBank Foundation help strengthen affordable housing, small business growth, financial literacy, and career and college preparation initiatives.

Indiana community-based nonprofits serving women, children, and families through self-sufficiency, education, and humanitarian aid programs can access funding via The Father's Table Foundation. This grant offers up to US $750,000 for projects such as employment assistance, homelessness services, food security, child welfare, health care, and disaster relief that strengthen long-term resilience.

Indiana community centers and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek funding for social services, health and human services, education, environment, and arts and culture programs. Focused on broad community needs, the Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund supports work in metropolitan Chicago and Wisconsin, which may include eligible Indiana counties near the state line.

Indiana community centers and 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on education, social services, housing, food security, climate action, or mental health can access funding and in-kind support through The Caesars Foundation. Eligible organizations must operate programs in the U.S., align with Caesars Entertainment’s strategic community impact areas, and ensure grants directly support their own charitable activities.

Indiana community organizations partnering with an IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center faculty member can receive up to US $15,000 to implement evidence-based cancer programs with evaluation components. Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute supports projects addressing major cancers and risk behaviors, which may benefit community centers serving underserved populations across Indiana.

Undergraduate-focused higher education institutions in Indiana can receive NIH funding for small-scale biomedical research that engages undergraduate students and strengthens campus research environments. The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services National Institutes of Health provides up to US $375,000 to eligible baccalaureate-degree–granting institutions that have historically received limited NIH support, which may benefit campus-based community health and education programs.

Indiana community centers and accredited charities can seek funding for humanitarian, educational, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that promote sustainable development. La Roche supports innovative, high-quality initiatives that engage its expertise, logistics, and employees, so local organizations with strong community-focused programming may be eligible to partner with the company’s global Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program.

Agricultural producers, forest landowners, and Indian tribes in Indiana can receive support to enhance conservation practices on working lands through the Conservation Stewardship Program. USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service of Indiana offers technical and financial assistance to improve soil, water, air quality, wildlife habitat, and climate-smart agriculture, which may benefit rural community-serving operations and lands around community centers.

Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits running education, environmental, or community health and vitality programs can apply for grants that support projects in communities where Cleveland-Cliffs operates. Grants from Cleveland Cliffs Foundation help community centers and related organizations expand STEM education, restore land and water, improve public health, and strengthen underserved neighborhoods.

Early-career medical and health researchers at academic or research institutions in eligible low- and middle-income countries, including Indiana-based LMIC partners, can apply for the Emerging Global Leader Award to support mentored clinical research careers. Grants from the National Institutes of Health help build long-term research capacity that community-centered programs may benefit from through global health collaborations.

Nonprofit and charitable organizations with 501(c)(3) or 170(c)(1) status serving Indiana communities can seek Huntington National Bank’s support for community revitalization, services, affordable housing, and economic development programs. Focused on strengthening low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, Huntington invites invited partners to discuss program-specific funding that may benefit community centers and related initiatives within its Indiana footprint.

About CommonSpirit

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At CommonSpirit Health, we passionately care for the most vulnerable, relentlessly innovate how and where healing can happen and believe in uniting to benefit the common good. Our expansive network spans diverse communities, uniquely positioning us to meet their changing needs, improve population health and help chart the path to health equity.

Our mission, vision and values inform every aspect of our work each day and remind us that we serve our patients, their families, our communities – and each other. Our community health, research and home health programs help us address the primary barriers to healthier communities.

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We’re proud to support nonprofits that expand access to care, advance health equity and healthier communities. Learn more about our priorities.

Supporting our communities

CommonSpirit Health and our local facilities support nonprofit organizations that share our mission, vision and values. We give priority to programs that improve access to care and promote health equity and healthier communities.

CommonSpirit is proud to support nonprofit organizations that help improve the health and well-being of our communities. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we prioritize projects that focus on advancing health equity, improving access to care and improving community wellness.

Early-career health researchers at academic or research institutions in eligible low- and middle-income countries can apply for the Emerging Global Leader Award, with approximately US $140,000 for mentored career development and research. Community-focused investigators collaborating with U.S. and LMIC mentors, including those partnering with Indiana-based community centers, may benefit from this long-term support.

Indiana community-based nonprofits and policy organizations working on climate solutions, Great Lakes protection, or clean drinking water can access funding through the Joyce Foundation. Grants support environmental justice and policy efforts that advance carbon-free power, safeguard freshwater, and improve equitable water infrastructure across Great Lakes states including Indiana.

The John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Grant supports educational programs and initiatives that assist individuals demonstrating financial need. Founded in 1975, it prioritizes funding for organizations that enhance educational opportunities, arts, culture, and community initiatives, particularly for youth and disadvantaged populations. The Trust encourages proposals from 501(c)(3) organizations, with grants typically ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. It also considers limited proposals in disabilities, environmental protection, and historic preservation, focusing on educational impact.

Biogen Corporate Sponsorships provide funding to support congresses, events, and initiatives in exchange for tangible benefits such as marketing opportunities and recognition. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and requests must be submitted 50 days in advance. Biogen considers various disease areas for sponsorship, including Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis. Approval depends on funding availability, alignment with interests, and event details, ensuring transparency for all potential sponsors.

About Regions

Regions Financial Corporation is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation's largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas.

Regions Foundation

Regions Foundation supports community investments that positively impact the communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank.

Matching Gifts Program

Full-time associates and recent retirees (up to 5 years after retirement) of Regions and its affiliated companies can request a Regions Matching Gift to eligible organizations. The recipient organization must be a 501(c) or 170(c) organization located in the Regions footprint (except for accredited educational institutions, which may be located anywhere in the United States) and has a primary mission that clearly fits one of these categories:

• Economic and community development: Supporting economic prosperity through affordable housing, job creation, small-business development, homebuyer education and retention, neighborhood revitalization and stabilization, food security/hunger relief.
• Education and workforce readiness: Supporting career prosperity through student competency and skill building, college and career readiness, educational access and success, credential building and employment and educator training and resources.
• Financial wellness: Supporting financial prosperity through K-12 and college financial education, adult and workforce financial empowerment.
• Arts and culture: Organizations that promote visual or performing arts, historic or science museums, zoos, botanical gardens, libraries, parks or public radio and television.
• Service members and Veterans: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting U.S. military service members and veterans.
• Individuals with disabilities: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting individuals with disabilities.

Regions Matching Gifts for Full-Time Associates

Regions supports organizations important to our associates through the Regions Matching Gifts Program. This program, which is open for use for all full-time Regions associates, affiliate associates and recent retirees, allows you to make an even greater difference to your favorite charities by doubling your tax-deductible contributions to these organizations. 

About Regions

Regions Financial Corporation is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation's largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas.

Regions Foundation

Regions Foundation supports community investments that positively impact the communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank.

Matching Gifts Program

Full-time associates and recent retirees (up to 5 years after retirement) of Regions and its affiliated companies can request a Regions Matching Gift to eligible organizations. The recipient organization must be a 501(c) or 170(c) organization located in the Regions footprint (except for accredited educational institutions, which may be located anywhere in the United States) and has a primary mission that clearly fits one of these categories:

• Economic and community development: Supporting economic prosperity through affordable housing, job creation, small-business development, homebuyer education and retention, neighborhood revitalization and stabilization, food security/hunger relief.
• Education and workforce readiness: Supporting career prosperity through student competency and skill building, college and career readiness, educational access and success, credential building and employment and educator training and resources.
• Financial wellness: Supporting financial prosperity through K-12 and college financial education, adult and workforce financial empowerment.
• Arts and culture: Organizations that promote visual or performing arts, historic or science museums, zoos, botanical gardens, libraries, parks or public radio and television.
• Service members and Veterans: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting U.S. military service members and veterans.
• Individuals with disabilities: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting individuals with disabilities.

Regions Matching Gifts for Recent Retirees

Retirees of Regions and its affiliated companies are eligible for the Matching Gift Program for up to 5 years after retirement (the gift date must be within the first 5 years of retirement). Regions will match donations of $25 or more, up to a total of $1,000 per year per retiree.

The Regions Community Affairs team will contact the organization on your behalf to verify the gift and review eligibility.

The Clif Family Foundation Open Call invites 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for grants supporting general operating costs or specific projects. With a focus on regenerative farming, food worker health, climate justice, and food access, the foundation aims to empower grassroots initiatives. Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000, with applications reviewed twice a year. Deadlines are March 1 and August 1, and announcements occur about four months post-deadline.

CDBG Construction Grants

Overview

Funding for all Community Development Block Grant programs is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and administered by the Office of Community and Rural Affairs. The State of Indiana distributes CDBG funds to rural communities to support a range of projects, including infrastructure enhancement, downtown revitalization, improvements to public facilities, and economic development initiatives.

The state CDBG program offers competitive grants to units of local government to support rural areas. Within the CDBG program, there are five types of Construction Grants designed to enhance community resilience and livability:

• Blight Clearance
• Main Street Revitalization
• Public Facilities
• Stormwater Improvements
• Wastewater/Drinking Water

Main Street Revitalization

The Main Street Revitalization Program (MSRP) is designed to empower rural communities in their efforts to build vibrant, sustainable environments and enhance overall quality of life.

Eligible projects include:

• Traffic Control or Pedestrian Safety
• Functional Art
• ADA Improvements
• Sidewalk Rehabilitation or Addition
• Signage or Utility Relocation for Accessibility
• Pavers
• Water Management
• Energy Efficiency (LED Traffic Lights or Signals)
• Alley Activation

To be eligible, applicants must have a designated Indiana Main Street organization that meets one of the following qualifications:

• National Accreditation through the National Main Street Center (NAMS), or
• Indiana Accredited Main Street (IAMS) status with at least three years of active designation
• Be in good standing with the Indiana Mainstreet Program requirements

Grant awards are based on the proposed project cost, as outlined below.

• Projects over $2 million in total project cost may received a grant up to $600,000
• Projects under $2 million in total project cost may received a grant up to $500,000
• A local match of 20% of the total project cost is required for funding consideration.

CDBG funds will be awarded at a rate of $5,000 per project beneficiary.