Engage Grants
Engage Grants from the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne support first-time grantees advancing community-focused science, research, and innovation in Allen County and Northeast Indiana.
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne
Due Dates: March 1, 2026 (application window opens) | October 31, 2026 (application window closes)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per organization; one-time grant; reviewed monthly during window.
Summary: Provides flexible funding to first-time grantees for operational needs or specific programs benefiting Allen County and Northeast Indiana.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received a grant from the Foundation are eligible.
Description
This program is designed for organizations that have never previously received funding from the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne. Engage Grants offer up to $3,000 in flexible, one-time funding to support either operational needs or specific projects that benefit residents of Allen County and Northeast Indiana. The initiative aims to build new partnerships, foster greater community connection, and expand the Foundation’s support to a more diverse and inclusive set of organizations.
