[Decatur County Community Foundation](https://www.dccfound.org)

February 5, 2026 | April 5, 2026 | June 5, 2026 (next deadline)

Up to $2,000 per project; funds support single, small-scale projects.

Supports organizations implementing impactful, small-scale projects benefiting Decatur County, Indiana.

--- ## Description Small Project Grants from the Decatur County Community Foundation are designed to help organizations launch or enhance small-scale projects that deliver significant benefits to the Decatur County community. These grants provide up to $2,000 per project, supporting initiatives that may not require large funding but still aim to address important needs or drive meaningful local change. The program encourages innovative, high-impact ideas that can be executed with modest resources, particularly those that act as a catalyst for community engagement or serve as seed funding for larger initiatives. --- ## Due Dates - February 5, 2026 - April 5, 2026 - June 5, 2026 (next deadline) Small Project Grants are due on the 5th of every even month (February, April, June, August, October, December). The board votes on applications at the end of each submission month, and notifications are sent immediately after. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $2,000 per project - Funding is intended for single projects only; not for ongoing operating expenses or multi-year initiatives. --- ## Eligibility - **Type of Organization:** Must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, governmental agency, or qualified educational institution. - **Geographic Focus:** Projects must benefit residents of Decatur County, Indiana. Organizations do not have to be physically located in Decatur County, but the funded project must directly serve the community. - **Funding Priorities:** - New or innovative projects/programs - Initiatives using Foundation funds as match, seed, or challenge grants - Projects with significant community impact or that encourage community participation - **Low Priorities/Not Funded:** - Individuals (outside scholarships) - Projects that are part of standard school curriculum - Ongoing operating expenses, debt reduction, political or religious activities, travel, endowments, or annual appeals --- ## Application Process - Review eligibility and guidelines on the [Small Project Grants page](https://www.dccfound.org/small-project-grants). - Applications are submitted through the [online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dccfoundgrant). - New users must create an account; existing users can log in with their credentials. - Submit your application by the 5th of any even month; board decisions occur at the end of the same month. - Applicants are notified of funding decisions immediately after the board vote. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must be ready to implement upon funding and should demonstrate a clear, measurable impact in Decatur County. - Foundation funds should not be the sole source of support for a project. - Detailed guidelines and examples of funding priorities are available on the [foundation’s grants overview page](https://www.dccfound.org/grants-overview). --- ## External Links - [Small Project Grants Program Details](https://www.dccfound.org/small-project-grants) - [Apply for a Grant (Online Portal)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dccfoundgrant) - [Grants Overview](https://www.dccfound.org/grants-overview) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@dccfound.org | | Phone | 812-662-6364 | | Address | 101 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Greensburg, IN 47240 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact Page](https://www.dccfound.org/contact) |

Small Project Grants

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