[Community Foundation of Wabash County](https://cfwabash.org)

October 2026 | March 2027

Award size varies by fund and donor intent; all grants are for one-year periods; no published minimum or maximum.

Supports projects in Wabash County aligned with donor-specified purposes, populations, or regions.

This is a forecasted grant; all dates are projected and subject to change.

--- ## Description Field-of-Interest Grants from the Community Foundation of Wabash County are awarded from donor-established funds to support targeted purposes, populations, or geographic regions within Wabash County, Indiana. Each grant aligns with the specific intent of its originating donor, meaning eligible projects and focus areas will vary by fund. Common focus areas include the arts, health, environment, or particular communities or demographic groups. Grants are made for one-year periods and must be used in accordance with donor restrictions. Recipients are required to acknowledge the Foundation in publicity and submit a final report detailing project outcomes and expenditures. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected) - March 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grant size varies depending on the specific field-of-interest fund and donor intent. - No published minimum or maximum. - All grants are for one-year periods and must be expended within that timeframe. - Applicants are encouraged to consult the [Field-of-Interest fund descriptions (PDF)](https://cfwabash.org/files/galleries/Field_of_Interest_descriptions_for_website_1.pdf) for guidance. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** - Nonprofit organizations with a sustained and consistent presence in Wabash County, Indiana. - Organizations conducting charitable work that serves Wabash County citizens. - Both 501(c)(3) organizations and non-501(c)(3) organizations with charitable purposes are eligible. - Fiscal sponsorship is available for non-501(c)(3) groups (see [Fiscal Sponsorship application (PDF)](https://cfwabash.org/files/galleries/Fiscal_Sponsorship_application.pdf)). - Faith-based organizations may apply if participation in religious activity is not required. - National organizations are only eligible if they are local chapters serving Wabash County. - **Other Requirements:** - Organizations must be in good standing with the Foundation (including timely reporting on prior grants). - Projects must align with the donor-specified purpose of the relevant field-of-interest fund. - The Foundation operates without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, or disability. --- ## Application Process 1. **Review field-of-interest fund descriptions:** - [Field-of-Interest fund descriptions (PDF)](https://cfwabash.org/files/galleries/Field_of_Interest_descriptions_for_website_1.pdf) 2. **Request application access code:** - Email Judi Orr at [judi@cfwabash.org](mailto:judi@cfwabash.org) to obtain an access code for the Field-of-Interest application. 3. **Prepare and submit your proposal:** - Use the access code to submit your application via the Foundation's online portal (instructions provided upon request). - Ensure your proposal clearly aligns with the donor’s field of interest and meets eligibility criteria. 4. **Reporting:** - Recipients must submit a final report (narrative and financial) within twelve months of award. - Any unspent funds (≥5% of the grant) must be returned to the Foundation. --- ## Additional Information - **Grant Limitations:** - Grants are not intended to support annual or capital campaigns, for-profit activities, or projects outside donor intent. - Sale of items for charitable purposes is allowed if proceeds serve the charitable mission. - **Recognition Requirement:** - Grantees must acknowledge the Community Foundation of Wabash County in all related publicity. - **Fiscal Sponsorship:** - Available for charitable projects not operated by a 501(c)(3). - **Grant Catalog:** - Organizations may also consider listing projects in the Foundation's [grant catalog](https://cfwc.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/grant) for community crowdfunding. --- ## External Links - [Community Foundation of Wabash County Grant Opportunities](https://cfwabash.org/Grant-Opportunities) - [Field-of-Interest Fund Descriptions (PDF)](https://cfwabash.org/files/galleries/Field_of_Interest_descriptions_for_website_1.pdf) - [Apply for Grants Portal](https://cfwabash.org/Apply-For-Grants) - [Fiscal Sponsorship Application (PDF)](https://cfwabash.org/files/galleries/Fiscal_Sponsorship_application.pdf) - [Grant Writing Tips](https://cfwabash.org/Grant-Writing-Tips) - [Grant Reporting Guidelines](https://cfwabash.org/Grant-Reporting) - [Grant Catalog (Crowdfunding)](https://cfwc.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/grant) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Notes | |--------------|------------------------------|---------------|---------------------------------------| | Judi Orr | [judi@cfwabash.org](mailto:judi@cfwabash.org) | | Request Field-of-Interest access code | | Sam McFadden | [sam@cfwabash.org](mailto:sam@cfwabash.org) | 260-982-4824 | General grant questions | | General Info | [info@cfwabash.org](mailto:info@cfwabash.org) | 260-982-4824 | Foundation contact | ---

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