Good Deeds Grants
Good Deeds Grants fund community projects in Wabash County that address basic needs, support underserved populations, and strengthen nonprofits across arts, health, environment, education, and civic development.
Funder: Community Foundation of Wabash County
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Fall cycle) | February 15, 2027 (Spring cycle)
Funding Amounts: No specified minimum or maximum; most awards are typically less than $5,000 for a one-year period.
Summary: Flexible funding for charitable projects in Wabash County, prioritizing basic needs, underserved populations, and nonprofit capacity-building.
Key Information: Organizations may receive only one Good Deeds Grant per calendar year.
Description
Good Deeds Grants, offered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County, provide flexible, competitive funding to support a wide range of charitable activities addressing community needs within Wabash County, Indiana. Funded by unrestricted endowments from local citizens and Lilly Endowment, Inc., these grants prioritize projects that meet basic human needs, create opportunities for underserved groups, and strengthen the capacity of nonprofits to serve those with limited resources. Eligible activities include initiatives in the arts, recreation, health and human services, environment, education, and civic and economic development. Special emphasis is placed on making the arts accessible to those with the least exposure or opportunity.
