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Best Lake County Grants for Nonprofits in Indiana

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$3.6M

Total funding

$10K

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88 grants
$3.6M total
$10K median

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Community Foundation Education Grants in Indiana

Rolling deadline
Students pursuing higher education and career or college preparation who are connected to the Central Adirondack region may be eligible for scholarship support, which could indirectly benefit Lake County, Indiana nonprofits serving them. With a mission to engage and invest, The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties provides this Adirondack League Club Scholarship for accredited U.S. college, university, or trade school attendance.
The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties

Unspecified amount

Community Possible Grant Program: Play, Work, & Home Grants

Rolling deadline
The Community Possible Grant Program by U.S. Bank aims to foster economic and workforce advancement, as well as safe and affordable housing. By partnering with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, the program seeks to drive lasting change within communities through collaborative grantmaking. Priority is given to organizations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that address multiple pillars of work, home, and play. This initiative reflects U.S. Bank's commitment to creating a more equitable society.
US Bancorp Foundation

Up to US $15,000

DanPaul Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The DanPaul Foundation aims to enhance early childhood development by training teachers and parents, protecting children from abuse, and promoting social responsibility. They provide grants to non-profits for programs that focus on education, health, and welfare of youth. Key initiatives include scholarships, environmental education, and support for underprivileged children. Grant amounts range from a few hundred dollars to $15,000 annually, with a focus on impactful, community-driven projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation

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US $5,000 - US $10,000

Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship

Rolling deadline

Napa Valley Community Foundation

There are more than 800 Community Foundations in the US, each devoted to a specific region. We operate independently, with a common goal in mind: to be a platform for local people who want to pay it forward. To deliver resources to effective charitable programs. And to make our communities stronger and more successful by doing these two things.

Among our peers, Napa Valley Community Foundation ranks first on several key measures of donor satisfaction and impact, according to a recent donor survey conducted by the Center for Effective Philanthropy. Our donors say that we deeply understand their interests, and deeply understand the needs of Napa Valley. That, in a nutshell, is our job.

Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship

The Dr. Bachman Memorial Scholarship Fund celebrates the life of Dr. Richard Wayne Bachman, DVM, a distinguished veterinarian and beloved mentor. Affectionately known as “Dr. B” by colleagues and “Ricky” to friends, his commitment to animal welfare extended beyond his role as Lead Veterinarian at Napa Humane. He was notably involved in their weekend Wellness Clinics, serving the underserved, low-income, Spanish speaking community. Dr. Bachman was also deeply invested in the education of future veterinarians and vet technicians. This fund reflects his dedication to animal health, community service, and the nurturing of upcoming veterinary professionals.

The Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Fund is made possible by Napa Humane and benefits current or former residents of Napa County, Solano County, or Lake County. This scholarship is geared towards veterinary students who are committed to practicing companion animal veterinary medicine and plan to give back to their community after graduation. Recipients must attend an accredited veterinary college or veterinary technology program and will receive funding for up to two years while working to complete their degree.

Napa Valley Community Foundation

Up to US $150,000

Environmental Justice Funding for Nonprofits from Minneapolis Foundation

Rolling deadline
Community-based nonprofits, tribal governments, local governments, and educational institutions in EPA Region 5, including Lake County, Indiana, can seek up to US $150,000 for environmental justice assessment and engagement projects. The Minneapolis Foundation’s Tier 1 grants support work in disadvantaged communities on environmental health, pollution, climate resilience, green infrastructure, and related public health issues.
The Minneapolis Foundation

More than US $100,000

Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant

Rolling deadline
The Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant aims to support outstanding nonprofits that enhance cultural engagement and artistic talent in the U.S. With a focus on programs that reach young people, the grant prioritizes organizations that create lasting impacts in the arts and sciences. The Foundation allocates 25% of its funding to cultural initiatives, favoring established organizations with a history of significant results. Eligible nonprofits must encourage inclusivity and sustainability in their programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Up to US $40,000

Resilience Funding for Nonprofits from Legacy Foundation

Rolling deadline
Lake County, Indiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits facing documented losses from federal or state funding cuts can access funding through Legacy Foundation’s Lake County Resilience Grant. Awards up to US $40,000 per year may support essential services, urgent operational needs, and capacity-strengthening activities to maintain stability and community impact.
Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program

Rolling deadline
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc

Up to US $900

Legacy Foundation Support for Lake County Students

Applications due Sep 29, 2026
Graduating high school seniors in Lake County, Indiana planning full-time undergraduate study at an accredited Indiana college can receive the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, which covers four years of tuition, required fees, and a book stipend. Focused on higher education access, Legacy Foundation invites eligible students to apply for this competitive academic scholarship opportunity.
Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation

Up to US $10,000

Capacity Building Funding from Legacy Foundation

Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Lake County, Indiana can seek up to US $10,000 to strengthen their internal capacity, infrastructure, and governance. Legacy Foundation’s Transform Lake County Capacity Building Grants support activities like strategic planning, technology upgrades, evaluation, communications, and board or staff training to improve organizational effectiveness and sustainability.
Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation

US $2,000 - US $35,000

Legacy Foundation Grants for Lake County Programs

Applications due Oct 1, 2026
With a mission to strengthen local communities, Legacy Foundation provides Lake County, Indiana nonprofits with programmatic and capacity-building grants ranging from US $2,000 - US $35,000. 501(c)(3) organizations and select community-focused public or faith-based entities can fund work in basic needs, economic mobility, community enrichment, and safety and inclusive justice.
Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation

Approximately US $1,000

Bay Area Community Foundation Support for Scholarships

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
High school seniors pursuing higher or vocational education can receive approximately US $1,000 for academic costs through the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Regional Scholarship, including students outside Lake County, Indiana. Bay Area Community Foundation provides this non-renewable award to seniors in Bay, Midland, or Saginaw County, Michigan, who embody Dr. King’s commitment to racial harmony and social justice.
Bay Area Community Foundation

Up to US $5,000

Disaster Recovery Funding from Knight Foundation

Applications due Nov 21, 2026
Nonprofits, schools, churches, local governments, and first responder agencies in Lake County, Indiana can seek funding to recover from storm damage and improve emergency preparedness. With a mission to strengthen community resilience, Knight Foundation provides up to US $5,000 per organization for projects in Hammond, East Chicago, and Whiting affected by the August 2025 storms.
John S And James L Knight Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Crown Point Community Foundation Grants for Lake County Nonprofits

Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit and charitable civic organizations funding programs or capital projects that benefit residents of Crown Point, Cedar Lake, Lowell, and Winfield in Lake County, Indiana may be eligible. Crown Point Community Foundation supports a broad range of community needs, including arts and culture, education, health, environment, human services, and civic affairs in South Lake County.
Crown Point Community Foundation

US $2,000

Lake County Scholarship Funding via San Antonio Area Foundation

Applications due Feb 24, 2027
Students pursuing higher education in Lake County, Indiana can access scholarship funding for tuition, fees, and books through the Rapier Education Fund. Focused on academic scholarship programs, San Antonio Area Foundation offers renewable awards of US $2,000 to full-time students in eligible Texas and Florida counties attending accredited U.S. colleges or vocational schools.
San Antonio Area Foundation

US $1,500

Community Foundation Support for Student Scholarships

Applications due Feb 25, 2027
Graduating high school seniors with financial need pursuing higher education or trade programs can receive $1,500 scholarships through the Tri Counties Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of the North State. Students from eligible California counties, including those interested in business, community service, or entrepreneurship, may benefit, alongside similar education-focused efforts beyond Lake County, Indiana.
Community Foundation of the North State

US $1,000

Community Foundation Support for Student Scholarships

Applications due Feb 25, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education, including those from eligible California counties, can receive merit-based scholarships for college, trade, or vocational programs. Community Foundation of the North State provides US $1,000 awards through the Tri Counties Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund to students with a 3.5+ GPA and strong academic, community service, or entrepreneurship achievements.
Community Foundation of the North State

US $1,500

St. Croix Valley Foundation Education Grants in Indiana

Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Students pursuing tech or trade education connected to Clayton, Amery, or Clear Lake High Schools can apply for the Dale A. Nordquist Family Scholarship, awarding US $1,500 for vocational or community college training. Lake County, Indiana nonprofits supporting such students may help them access this St. Croix Valley Foundation opportunity.
St. Croix Valley Foundation

Unspecified amount

Nursing Graduate Scholarships from Ashland County Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Nursing professionals pursuing a master’s or terminal degree who already hold a BSN and are active Rho Nu at Large members can receive scholarship support for graduate education, including Lake County, Indiana residents. Grants from Ashland County Community Foundation help eligible scholars advance in higher education and nursing-focused professional training; past recipients may reapply.
Ashland County Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Lake County Education Funding via Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Lake County, Indiana students pursuing vocational, technical, or other post-secondary education may be eligible for the Scholarships for Careers Endowment, which supports higher education and career training. Focused on education and workforce preparation, Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains also allows the fund to assist with special unfunded projects in schools, career centers, and the community.
Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM)

Up to US $4,000

Columbus Foundation Support for Education Scholarships

Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education and residing in Logan County, Ohio can receive up to US $4,000 for college costs through the Mary Eleanor Morris Scholarship. The Columbus Foundation supports students attending U.S. institutions; Lake County, Indiana nonprofits working with eligible students may help them apply.
The Columbus Foundation

Unspecified amount

Ashland County Community Foundation Support for Engineering Students

Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing chemical or mechanical engineering or related fields can receive scholarship support for accredited two- or four-year colleges outside Ashland County, including students from Lake County, Indiana. Ashland County Community Foundation’s Robert W. and Martha D. Casciani Scholarship helps cover higher education costs for eligible engineering-focused students.
Ashland County Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Ashland County Community Foundation Grants for Education

Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing college education can receive renewable scholarship support for tuition and related higher education costs, including students from Lake County, Indiana if otherwise eligible. Ashland County Community Foundation supports academic scholarship programs, with the William & Martha Buckingham Scholarship – Renewal available for up to three additional years for students maintaining enrollment and good academic standing.
Ashland County Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Lake County Scholarship Funding via Ousley

Applications due Mar 25, 2027
Lake County, Indiana students seeking academic scholarships can access funding through the Amy Heryford Ousley and James Heryford Ousley Educational Fund to attend nonprofit colleges, universities, or vocational schools. Eligible applicants must have strong GPAs, demonstrate financial need, enroll full time, and may receive multi-year support for undergraduate or graduate study in the U.S.
Amy Heryford Ousley And James Heryford Ousley

Unspecified amount

O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant

Applications due Apr 15, 2027
The O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community welfare through philanthropic initiatives that support economic stability, workforce development, health services, and disaster relief. Established in 2020, the Foundation seeks to empower underrepresented individuals and organizations in the U.S. by addressing vital community needs. It particularly aims to provide assistance to nonprofits that foster positive change and improve quality of life for those in need, ensuring a lasting impact in local communities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Community Foundation Support for Higher Education

Applications due Apr 30, 2027
High school seniors pursuing higher education who live in specified Nevada counties may be eligible for the John R Stockman Scholarship to help cover tuition, books, and on-campus housing. The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada provides this scholarship for ambitious, driven students who meet GPA and test score requirements and commit to maintaining academic progress.
The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada

US $5,000 - US $15,000

Youth Social Justice Grants from Crossroads Fund

Applications due Sep 7, 2027
Youth-led organizations and groups in Lake County, Indiana working on social justice advocacy and activism can apply for Crossroads Fund’s Youth Fund for Social Change, offering US $5,000 - US $15,000 for campaigns challenging inequality. Eligible projects must be youth-driven, connected to a 501(c)(3) or fiscal sponsor, and focused on long-term community change.
Crossroads Fund

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Grant Insights : Lake County Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

88 Lake County grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

21 Lake County grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

10 Lake County grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

15 Lake County grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

61 Lake County grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

8,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education - Higher Education

4,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Academic Scholarship Programs

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Lake County grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
29.1%
Q2
19.7%
Q3
25.1%
Q4
26.1%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Lake County Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $10,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$10,000 $10 K Median
$66,277 $66.3 K Average
$2,350,000 $2.4 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Indiana?

Grants are most commonly $158,271.

$158,271

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Lake County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Indiana awarded a total of 42,920 grants.

2022 40,294

2023 39,261

2024 42,920

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Lake County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Indiana, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Lake County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 35.58%.

2022 $4,633,293,808

2023 $4,997,384,462
7.86%

2024 $6,775,520,204
35.58%

Indiana Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Marion County, Monroe County, and Tippecanoe County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Marion County $5,951,081,269
Monroe County $587,464,361
Tippecanoe County $370,158,455
St Joseph County $332,109,828
Allen County $235,684,076

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