Engage Grants
Engage Grants provide up to $3,000 in flexible funding for new nonprofit partners to support programs or operations benefiting 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 grant; one-time funding per organization; reviewed monthly during window.
Summary: Supports first-time grantees with funding for operational needs or specific programs to foster connections with the Foundation and increase community impact in Allen County and Northeast Indiana.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received a grant from the Foundation are eligible.
Description
This grant is intended for organizations that are new to the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne—specifically, those that have never previously received a grant from the Foundation. Engage Grants provide up to $3,000 in flexible funding, which can be used for operational support or for specific programs that benefit residents of Allen County and Northeast Indiana. The goal is to create new relationships with nonprofit partners, lower barriers to initial funding, and enhance the Foundation’s ability to support a diverse and inclusive range of community organizations.
