[Central Indiana Community Foundation](https://www.cicf.org)

April 30, 2024 | April 30, 2026

Grants typically range from $5,000 to $50,000 per year; average award is $20,000–$30,000.

Supports programs benefiting low-to-moderate-income seniors (55+) in Central Indiana, with emphasis on underserved and isolated populations.

--- ## Description The Central Indiana Senior Fund (CISF), a fund of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, provides grant funding to organizations serving low-to-moderate-income older adults (age 55 and above) in Central Indiana, particularly those who are underserved or isolated. The fund targets six key areas: aging in place (housing and accessibility), food security, social connection, caregiver support, homelessness prevention, and services for immigrant and undocumented seniors. CISF is committed to advancing equity and supporting the wellbeing of older adults through both direct funding and partnerships for research and data-driven program development. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2024: Full application deadline (applications accepted April 1–April 30, 2024; submissions due by 4:00 pm) - April 30, 2026: Full application deadline (2026 application open dates: March 30–April 30, 2026) --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $5,000 to $50,000 per year. - Average award size is $20,000–$30,000. - Both operating and program support are available (operating support is limited to organizations whose mission exclusively serves seniors). --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving seniors (age 55+) in Central Indiana (Marion County and the seven surrounding counties). - Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply using an approved fiscal agent. - Only organizations with a mission exclusively serving seniors are eligible for operating support. - Organizations that received a grant in a previous round are eligible to reapply in subsequent years. - Programs must address one or more of the fund’s impact areas: aging in place, food security, social connection, caregiver support, homelessness prevention, or support for immigrant/undocumented seniors. - The fund does not support individuals, discriminatory organizations, political campaigns, religious promotion, construction for schools or religious institutions, special events, debt retirement, or basic medical/scientific/academic research. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [CICF Grants Portal](https://cicf.smartsimple.com). - Application window: March 30–April 30, 2026 (future cycle; previous cycle was April 1–April 30, 2024). - Organizations must have or create an Organizational Profile in the portal before applying; profiles must be updated annually. - Only one application per organization per round is allowed (unless acting as a fiscal sponsor for multiple organizations). - Funding decisions are made in late September, with notifications and fund disbursement by mid-October. - For technical support, consult the [Grants Portal 101 Guide](https://www.cicf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/GrantsPortal_101_032025Update.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - CISF prioritizes racial equity in its grantmaking. - The fund has awarded over $15 million to approximately 150 organizations since 2005. - The State of Aging Report provides valuable research and data relevant to applicants and is available online. --- ## External Links - [Central Indiana Senior Fund Program Page](https://www.cicf.org/grants/central-indiana-senior-fund) - [CICF Grants Portal](https://cicf.smartsimple.com) - [2024 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.cicf.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CISF-2024-grant-guidelines.pdf) - [State of Aging in Central Indiana Report](https://centralindiana.stateofaging.org/) - [CICF Grants FAQ](https://www.cicf.org/grants/#grant-details) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------|---------------| | Allissa Impink | [allissai@cicf.org](mailto:allissai@cicf.org) | | | General Inquiries | [cisf@cicf.org](mailto:cisf@cicf.org) | 317.634.2423 | | Grants Portal Support | [GrantSupport@cicf.org](mailto:GrantSupport@cicf.org) | | ---

Central Indiana Senior Fund

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