Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund
The Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund from Central Indiana Community Foundation supports nonprofits expanding equitable legal services for immigrants in Marion County.
Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$100,000 per award; 12-month grant period
Summary: Supports nonprofit providers delivering equitable immigration legal services (prevention and intervention) for immigrant communities in Marion County, Indiana.
Key Information: Applicants must have licensed immigration attorneys on staff and demonstrate experience serving immigrants.
Description
The Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund, administered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, aims to expand equitable access to high-quality immigration legal services in Marion County. The fund supports nonprofit organizations providing both prevention (e.g., DACA renewals, naturalization, work authorization) and intervention (e.g., legal defense in deportation, asylum, bond hearings) services. Established in partnership with the City-County Council of Indianapolis, the fund seeks to strengthen the local legal services ecosystem, address gaps, and build long-term capacity for immigrant support through collaboration and community engagement.
