Annual grants support Ripley County nonprofits advancing health, education, arts, or environmental projects to improve the lives of women and children.
Funder: Ripley County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Women’s Giving Circle Grants application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant awards up to $1,000; annual cycle; amount may vary by year and available funding.
Summary: Supports Ripley County nonprofits addressing issues affecting women and children, with recipients selected by committee and Circle member vote.
The Women’s Giving Circle Grants, managed by the Linda S. Phaneuf Women & Children Fund in partnership with the Ripley County Community Foundation, provide annual funding to local nonprofits focused on improving the lives of women and children in Ripley County, Indiana. Grant applications are reviewed by a dedicated committee and final recipients are selected by a vote of the Women’s Giving Circle members. Funded projects are expected to address community needs in areas such as health, education, arts, and the environment, and recipients must report on their use of funds at the following year’s Circle meeting.