Grants in Indiana: 81+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Indiana can access federal grants open to all states, Indiana-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Indiana nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

81+

Grants Available

$351.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$14.6M

Average Award

IN

State

Top Funding Categories in Indiana

generalphilanthropycommunity_developmenteconomic_development

Active Grants in Indiana

Grants for Residential Youth Camps
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Lilly Endowment

Lilly Endowment has approved a new round of grants totaling more than $155 million to help residential youth camps in Indiana enhance and expand their facilities through capital improvements.

Up to $155.0MRolling deadline
Grants for large-scale capital projects at Indiana residential camps
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Lilly Endowment

Lilly Endowment has approved a new round of grants totaling more than $155 million to help residential youth camps in Indiana enhance and expand their facilities through capital improvements.

Up to $155.0MRolling deadline
Lilly Endowment
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Lilly Endowment

Indiana focus

Up to $5.0MRolling deadline
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,430,347 in grants. Total assets: $427,643,046. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Dekko Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Dekko Foundation Inc

Dekko Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Kendallville, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,687,267 in grants. Total assets: $215,662,432. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Lilly Endowment Inc — Grants Program
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Lilly Endowment Inc

Lilly Endowment Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,527,002,818 in grants. Total assets: $62,180,012,552. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Eli Lilly And Company Foundation — Grants Program
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Eli Lilly And Company Foundation

Eli Lilly And Company Foundation is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $25,980,906 in grants. Total assets: $6,700,602. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
James Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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James Foundation Inc

James Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Auburn, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,458,872 in grants. Total assets: $17,335,518. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Dean & Barbara White Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Dean & Barbara White Family Foundation Inc

Dean & Barbara White Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Merrillville, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $73,595,878 in grants. Total assets: $816,041,124. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Lumina Foundation For Education Inc — Grants Program
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Lumina Foundation For Education Inc

Lumina Foundation For Education Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $54,831,247 in grants. Total assets: $1,447,572,232. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Elevance Health Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Elevance Health Foundation Inc

Elevance Health Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,926,621 in grants. Total assets: $160,795,195. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Eugene And Marilyn Glick Foundation Corporation — Grants Program
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Eugene And Marilyn Glick Foundation Corporation

Eugene And Marilyn Glick Foundation Corporation is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $17,585,020 in grants. Total assets: $297,364,201. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
John W Anderson Foundation — Grants Program
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John W Anderson Foundation

John W Anderson Foundation is a private foundation based in Valparaiso, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $13,759,000 in grants. Total assets: $301,988,160. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Richard M Fairbanks Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Richard M Fairbanks Foundation Inc

Richard M Fairbanks Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $15,004,268 in grants. Total assets: $375,537,175. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Deborah Joy Simon Foundation — Grants Program
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Deborah Joy Simon Foundation

Deborah Joy Simon Foundation is a private foundation based in Carmel, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,100,000 in grants. Total assets: $56,379,296. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Asante Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Asante Foundation Inc

Asante Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in South Bend, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,567,953 in grants. Total assets: $160,023,461. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Inc

Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $17,176,978 in grants. Total assets: $152,882,236. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Cummins Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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The Cummins Foundation Inc

The Cummins Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Columbus, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $29,220,133 in grants. Total assets: $66,154,868. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Endless Success Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Endless Success Foundation Inc

Endless Success Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $16,982,477 in grants. Total assets: $734,040,745. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Herbert Simon Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Herbert Simon Family Foundation

Herbert Simon Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,882,546 in grants. Total assets: $22,985,763. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Boren Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Boren Foundation Inc

Boren Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Upland, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,130,900 in grants. Total assets: $15,906,920. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Thomas F And Anita J Veldman Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Thomas F And Anita J Veldman Family Foundation Inc

Thomas F And Anita J Veldman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in South Bend, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,346,034 in grants. Total assets: $86,246,518. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Tom And Julie Wood Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Tom And Julie Wood Family Foundation Inc

Tom And Julie Wood Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Carmel, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,925,500 in grants. Total assets: $41,539,116. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Michael A And Connie V Joines Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Michael A And Connie V Joines Family Foundation Inc

Michael A And Connie V Joines Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Granger, IN. In 2023, the foundation distributed $5,860,010 in grants. Total assets: $86,280,066. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Indiana Grants

What types of grants are available in Indiana?

Indiana organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Indiana-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Indiana to apply for state grants?

For most Indiana state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Indiana and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Indiana state grant opportunities?

Indiana state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Indiana grants?

Indiana state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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