Hamilton County Community Foundation Strategic Grants
Strategic Grants fund large-scale, high-impact initiatives to create lasting positive change and community benefit in Hamilton County, Indiana.
Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 4, 2026 (Special consideration request) | May 17, 2026 (Letter of Intent deadline)
Funding Amounts: Large, targeted investments; typical awards support significant, long-term initiatives—exact amounts vary by project scope.
Summary: Supports high-impact, large-scale initiatives that create lasting positive change and community benefit in Hamilton County, Indiana.
Key Information: Invitation-only; organizations may request special consideration if not initially invited.
Description
Strategic Grants from the Hamilton County Community Foundation are designed to provide substantial, targeted funding for initiatives that deliver meaningful, long-term impact within Hamilton County, Indiana. These grants support organizations aiming to scale proven programs, build organizational capacity, advance transformational projects, or stabilize operations during major funding disruptions. Funded projects are expected to be significant in scale and positioned to benefit the community for years to come. Eligible activities include capacity-building, capital campaigns (with matching funds), and time-sensitive stabilization efforts.
