Best Homelessness Grants in Indiana

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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.

Indiana homelessness services nonprofits can access funding through the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs to support veterans and their families. Grants of US $10,000 - US $75,000 may fund housing stability, homelessness prevention, therapeutic services, job training, resource navigation, and suicide prevention programs serving the Indiana veterans community.

Emergency homeless shelters, transitional housing providers, and day/night homeless shelters in Indiana can receive funding for essential services, operations, and homelessness prevention activities. The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority supports programs that offer shelter, food, clothing, case management, referrals, rental assistance, and related services for individuals and families in need.

Nonprofit housing agencies serving people with HIV/AIDS and their families in Indiana can apply for funding to provide housing and related support services. Focused on homelessness services, the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority invites organizations whose core mission includes serving persons with AIDS/HIV to seek HOPWA support across most Indiana counties.

501(c)(3) organizations providing homelessness services in Indiana can apply for grants of US $2,500 - US $15,000 to support programs assisting homeless persons. Grants from Tom F Bunge Charitable Trust are awarded annually, with about 10 grants funded each year; organizations in St. Joseph County may be especially competitive.

Focused on professional development, Mibor Foundation invites Indiana 501(c)(3) homelessness service nonprofits to request support that strengthens staff skills and organizational capacity. Funding can help leaders and staff pursue training in areas like grant writing, program evaluation, strategic planning, leadership, and trauma-informed care, particularly for organizations reducing or ending homelessness in the MIBOR service area.

Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing homelessness services and housing solutions can apply for support to serve residents in the MIBOR service area. Boone, Brown, Decatur, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Marion, Montgomery, Morgan, and Shelby County homelessness programs may request project, program, capital, or general operating funds that demonstrate measurable outcomes in ending homelessness.

Nonprofit organizations providing homelessness services or related community support in Indiana can apply for Sensata Technologies Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $25,000 for program work. Funding supports shelters, homeless services, food insecurity, social and economic mobility, and related community programs, and is available to eligible organizations across the U.S.

Nonprofits addressing homelessness services and related family needs in Indiana and other Nordic Group communities can seek support for programs improving quality of life for children and families. With a mission to foster lasting community achievements, the W.R. and Floy A. Sauey Family Foundation provides funding to local charities focused on child welfare, housing, and supportive services.

Nonprofit organizations providing homelessness and housing services in Indiana can access funding through St. Marys Bank Charitable Foundation; awards range from US $500 - US $5,000 for program and project support. Grants emphasize financial independence, basic human needs, youth support, veterans, social services, and broader civic and community initiatives in eligible service areas.

Nonprofit organizations providing homelessness services, housing support, youth programs, social services, or veteran support can apply for St. Marys Bank Charitable Foundation’s community support grants, awarding US $500 - US $5,000. While the funder prioritizes New Hampshire service areas, Indiana homelessness programs with relevant missions may be eligible for consideration.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing homelessness services and related community programs in Indiana can seek project, operating, or endowment support through the Alvah H. and Wyline P. Chapman Foundation. Grants, typically under $15,000, prioritize areas where foundation directors and members live, and may also support work with at-risk families, education, substance abuse prevention, or conservation.

Youth leaders ages 13–23 in Indiana with U.S. citizenship or DACA status can apply for Riley's Way Foundation’s Call for Kindness Fellowship, awarding up to US $5,000 for youth-led social impact projects. Projects addressing homelessness services or related community needs may be eligible, with funds supporting supplies, events, and other implementation costs.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing homelessness, housing insecurity, and related community needs in the U.S., including Indiana, can seek program support through the Affirm Cares Employee Foundation. Affirm Cares provides grants for homelessness services, financial literacy, technology education, and vibrant community initiatives that are sustainable, scalable, and demonstrate measurable impact.

Nonprofit organizations providing homelessness services in Indiana can apply for the Indianapolis Emergency Solutions Grant to support emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, street outreach, homelessness prevention and diversion, and HMIS services. Focused on homelessness services, the City of Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development invites Marion County providers to seek annual funding through this entitlement program.

Local nonprofit organizations, schools, and governmental agencies supporting homeless or disadvantaged seniors in Lawrence County, Indiana can apply for funding to run projects and programs. Community Foundation Partnership offers Pennington Grants to benefit senior citizens aged 65 and older experiencing homelessness or disadvantage, helping strengthen homelessness services within the county.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored projects in Clark and Floyd counties, Indiana, can seek US $5,000 - US $25,000 to strengthen internal capacity, systems, and sustainability. Focused on organizational development, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana supports activities that can help homelessness service providers and related programs operate more effectively.

The Amcor Community Support Grants Program, administered by the Amcor Cares Foundation, provides funding for projects that benefit local communities. Grants are available to 501(c)(3) organizations and accredited educational institutions that serve Amcor Flexibles North America facility communities. Focus areas include fighting hunger, supporting disaster relief, expanding STEM education, and enhancing health and wellness. Applications are reviewed quarterly, and grant amounts typically exceed $1,000.

Nonprofits and community organizations in Indiana seeking program funding for homelessness services and related supports can apply for Agile Grants, which offer up to US $20,000 for innovative, program-specific work. With a mission to strengthen community impact, Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne also backs efforts in basic needs, at-risk youth, disabilities, veterans, and more in Allen County and Northeast Indiana.

Indiana nonprofits and educational institutions addressing homelessness, basic human needs, and related services can seek grants from Middle Run Charitable Foundation. Focused on building healthy, self-sufficient families, the foundation offers US $5,000 - US $50,000 for programs such as food access, health care access, educational initiatives, and life-skills support that may benefit people experiencing homelessness.

Driving University Impact: Expanding the Public Exchange Network Grant

How the Public Exchange Network Works

No single university – even a large R1 – has enough faculty expertise available to meet the needs of every partner. The Public Exchange Network was designed to help universities work together seamlessly to build robust partnerships and generate more collective impact. Universities joining the network are independent but affiliated members, with full control over their own program and project portfolios. As a national network with local, on-the-ground capacity, Public Exchange Network members can also share approaches that work, scale solutions to common problems, and build cross-regional partnerships together. 

As an institutional partner in the Public Exchange Network, universities will build capacity to develop, test and implement solutions to the most urgent problems in their regions and beyond. Universities joining the Public Exchange Network get:

• The tools, templates and training they need to start right away;
• A shared brand they can plug into on day one;
• A network of faculty, past and potential partners and philanthropic relationships, benefitting everyone in the network. 

Public Exchange Network Expansion grants will cover 75-80% of the minimum estimated annual costs for two years to launch a new Public Exchange. To launch a Public Exchange, universities must have the following in place: (1) a staff executive director with experience launching and leading social impact partnerships, (2) a project seed fund, and (3) a modest operations budget. We also recommend some in-kind project management support from an existing university staff member. The grant includes a two-year Public Exchange Executive Director (ED) compensation subsidy of $300,000 to launch the Public Exchange on campus, and a 2-year license to use the Public Exchange brand. New Public Exchange Network members will also receive ongoing support and guidance from current Public Exchange leadership and staff at USC and WashU, including recruitment support and intensive training for hiring and onboarding an executive director, a sub-site on the Public Exchange website, incubation and project management support from current Public Exchange staff, and a suite of tools for developing and implementing Public Exchange projects.

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A History Of Making Waves

Carnival Foundation oversees the many philanthropic endeavors of Carnival Corporation as well as its employee-driven service group, the “Friends Uniting Neighbors” (F.U.N.) Team.

Carnival Foundation’s contributions are widespread, touching the communities where the brands visit and operate. From the cities where our brands are headquartered to ports we visit around the world, we endeavor to make a difference to the lives of many.

Through monetary and in-kind donations, innovative philanthropic programs, employee fundraisers and hands-on volunteer initiatives, Carnival Foundation and the brands of Carnival Corporation support a variety of organizations. Whether it’s providing meals to the homeless and abuse prevention or working toward medical advancement and educating youth, Carnival Foundation’s reach is communitywide.

In-Kind Donations

To apply for an in-kind donation from Carnival Foundation, submit an online application complete with the following information:

• A letter of request with a brief description of the organization including its legal name, history, activities, purpose and governing board
• Contact name and information, including phone number and address for the individual who is organizing the event
• Name and date of the event
• Average amount of funds raised from the auction in previous years and estimated number and demographics of the event audience
• Description of how funds raised from the donation will be used within the organization
• List of other cruise suppliers, if any, participating in the event
• An outline with details of Carnival’s publicity/promotional opportunities associated with the event
• Copy of Internal Revenue Service determination letter indicating 501© (3) tax-exempt status as an organization that is not a private foundation.
• Copy of organization’s most recent 990 filed with the Internal Revenue Service
• Geographical area(s) served

About

A History Of Making Waves

Carnival Foundation oversees the many philanthropic endeavors of Carnival Corporation as well as its employee-driven service group, the “Friends Uniting Neighbors” (F.U.N.) Team.

Carnival Foundation’s contributions are widespread, touching the communities where the brands visit and operate. From the cities where our brands are headquartered to ports we visit around the world, we endeavor to make a difference to the lives of many.

Through monetary and in-kind donations, innovative philanthropic programs, employee fundraisers and hands-on volunteer initiatives, Carnival Foundation and the brands of Carnival Corporation support a variety of organizations. Whether it’s providing meals to the homeless and abuse prevention or working toward medical advancement and educating youth, Carnival Foundation’s reach is communitywide.

Grants Or Sponsorships

To apply for a grant or sponsorship from Carnival Foundation, prospective applicants must complete an online application and include the following information and documents:

• A letter of request with a brief description of the organization, including its legal name, history, activities, purpose and governing board
• Purpose for which the grant is requested
• Grant amount requested
• Listing of other sources of financial support
• Operating budget of the project for which the funds are requested
• Organization’s annual budget
• Copy of the organization’s most recent audited financial statement
• Copy of organization’s most recent 990 filed with the Internal Revenue Service
• Copy of Internal Revenue Service determination letter indicating 501© (3) tax-exempt status as an organization that is not a private foundation
• Organization’s completed W-9 form
• Geographical area(s) served
• Organizations applying for a grant renewal must submit a final report detailing use of the prior grant award. Interim and final reports will be submitted through our online portal.

About Father John Foundation GrantIn 1997 Monsignor John P. Hourihan established this perpetual charitable foundation for the purpose of funding care for the homeless and people with disabilities, especially the deaf and hard of hearing. The purpose of the Foundation is to financially assist churches and other non-profit organizations, that do not take more than insubstantial government funding, in administering their programs. Our giving focus is broad and considers programs that are: religious, educational, rehabilitational, social, and/or vocational. A priority is given to the deaf and homeless. All funding is given regardless of nationality, race or religion. The Foundation will continue its dedication to raising and distributing grants to be used by charities devoted to providing care and services to the homeless and disabled.

The Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children program, funded by the US Department of Health & Human Services, aims to provide safe and child-centered care for unaccompanied minors. This initiative supports organizations that can offer 24/7 services and are licensed to provide necessary care, including group homes and transitional foster care, particularly in areas near the U.S. southern border, ensuring the well-being of vulnerable children.

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Being deeply connected to the community means more than providing access to excellent healthcare. It means understanding, and investing in, the health needs of our community.

Through our Community Investment Fund (CIF), Endeavor Health has awarded more than $38.5 million to 59 local partnerships dedicated to enhancing community health and wellbeing, advancing health equity and supporting local economic growth. Together, we’re committed to helping everyone in our communities be their best.

Award categories

Through the CIF, we will make meaningful and intentional investments through impact awards and capacity builder awards. These awards are intended to meaningfully advance the health of our community over time towards three bold aspirations through investments in five areas of focus.

We aspire to a future where:

• A person’s zip code does not determine how long they will live
• Hunger and homelessness in our communities are history
• The healthcare workforce is thriving and representative of the communities we serve

To help advance these aspirations, the CIF will invest in the following areas:

• Access to healthcare
• Behavioral health
• Food insecurity
• Housing insecurity
• Workforce development for careers in healthcare

Impact awards

• Designed for 5-year initiatives where organizations come together to drive measurable impact and longer-term change in the communities we serve by improving existing systems and innovation
• Emphasize strategic cross-sector and/or intra-sector partnerships between community-based organizations
• Uplift community members of greatest need
• Directly align with CIF areas of focus and meaningfully contribute to CIF goals
• Award amount: $1 million per year, up to 5 years

The CIF Capacity Builder Awards by Endeavor Health focus on enhancing community health through strategic investments. With over $38.5 million allocated to local partnerships, these awards aim to address critical areas like healthcare access, food insecurity, and workforce development. Designed for nonprofit organizations, the awards range from $100,000 to $500,000 annually for 1-2 years, fostering long-term community impact and advancing health equity in the service areas.