[Arthur Jordan Foundation](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org)

April 30, 2026

Typical grants range from $5,000–$15,000; one-year funding; four types of support available.

Supports Indianapolis-based nonprofits advancing arts, education, human services, and community vitality.

Application must be submitted online; late or incomplete requests will not be considered.

--- ## Description The Arthur Jordan Foundation provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations that enhance the arts, education, human services, and the overall vitality of Indianapolis. Established in 1928, the Foundation has a legacy of supporting community enrichment and development through four primary types of grants: operating, program, capital, and special project support. Funding is intended to strengthen organizations that directly serve Indianapolis communities, with an emphasis on sustainable impact and alignment with the Foundation’s mission. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2026: Full application / final submission deadline (requests must be received through the website by this date; late requests will not be accepted) The application portal opens annually on February 1. Applicants are typically notified of decisions by early September. --- ## Funding Amount - Most grants are between $5,000 and $15,000. - Grant types include: - Operating support (unrestricted) - Program support (regular or start-up programs) - Capital support (buildings or durable equipment) - Special project support (one-time, non-recurring events) - Funding is generally for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities (with IRS determination letter) and have had tax-exempt status for at least three years. - Organizations must have an established office in Indianapolis and serve the Indianapolis community (Marion County, Indiana). - Only one application per organization per year is typically allowed. - Organizations that have received operating or program support for two or more years may request both operating/program and capital support in one application, but both are not guaranteed. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Arthur Jordan Foundation application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ajfin). - The application window is open from February 1 to April 30 each year. - Required materials include: - IRS determination letter - Board of Directors list - Most recent IRS 990 form - Most recent audited financial statement (or year-end balance sheet and income/expense statement if no audit is available) - Current organization and project budgets - Organization description and history (if no grant received in past 3 years) - Narrative describing the program/project, expected results, beneficiaries, and timeline - Applications will not be accepted by email, fax, mail, or hand delivery. - Technical support is available during the application period by emailing [vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org](mailto:vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org). --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation prioritizes organizations and projects with strong alignment to its focus areas: arts (especially music), education, human services (especially basic needs), and the vitality of Indianapolis. - No final report is required unless specifically requested by the Foundation. - Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed. --- ## External Links - [Arthur Jordan Foundation Home](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org) - [Grant Guidelines](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org/grantseekers/guidelines/) - [Application Process & Forms](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org/grantseekers/application-process-and-report-forms/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org/resources/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ajfin) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 1 (317) 762-8220 | | Email | [vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org](mailto:vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org) | | Mailing Address | PO Box 339, Westfield, IN 46074 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact Us](https://arthurjordanfoundation.org/resources/contact-us/) |

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