[Central Indiana Community Foundation](https://www.cicf.org)

May 22, 2026

No fixed maximum; typically covers up to 12 months of support for eligible medical needs.

Supports Central Indiana children facing financial hardship with funding for medical equipment, therapy, and short-term treatments.

Applications must be submitted by a nonprofit or medical provider on behalf of the child/family.

--- ## Description This grant provides financial assistance to children (18 years or younger) in Central Indiana who are experiencing financial hardship and require support for medical needs. The program focuses on funding durable medical equipment, occupational and physical therapy, and short-term treatments that improve a child’s quality of life. Funds are distributed through nonprofit organizations or medical providers, not directly to individuals or families. --- ## Due Dates - May 22, 2026: 2026 application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - No fixed maximum award specified. - Support typically covers up to 12 months for approved medical needs, including equipment, therapy, and short-term treatments. - The amount awarded depends on the total cost of services, what is covered by other sources, and the amount requested. --- ## Eligibility - The child receiving assistance must: - Be a resident of Central Indiana (priority to Hamilton County residents) - Be 18 years of age or younger - Demonstrate limited or insufficient financial resources to meet the healthcare need - If covered by insurance (commercial, state, or federal), provide documentation of coverage - Requests for ongoing treatments (e.g., prescriptions, therapies) should not exceed 12 months of support per application. - **Applications must be submitted by a nonprofit organization or medical provider on behalf of the individual or family.** Direct applications from individuals or families are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - Applications are reviewed annually. - Only nonprofit organizations or medical providers may apply on behalf of a child/family. - Required application materials include: - Details about the individual’s medical condition and need - Description of the requested support and its anticipated impact - Explanation of financial need and breakdown of costs, including other funding sources - Confirmation by the referring organization of their role in administering funds - Applications are submitted online via the [Sheehan Charitable Foundation Grant Application page](https://hamiltoncountycf.org/thomas-p-and-sondra-d-sheehan-charitable-foundation-grant-application/). --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to applications for children residing in Hamilton County, though all Central Indiana residents are eligible. - Funding is not intended for long-term, ongoing treatments beyond 12 months per request. - Applications are reviewed for alignment with the foundation’s priorities and the pertinence of the request. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Guidelines](https://www.cicf.org/grants/the-thomas-p-and-sondra-d-sheehan-charitable-foundation-medical-assistance) - [Application Portal](https://hamiltoncountycf.org/thomas-p-and-sondra-d-sheehan-charitable-foundation-grant-application/) - [Central Indiana Community Foundation Home](https://www.cicf.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.cicf.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------| | Sheehan Grants Program | [SheehanGrants@hamiltoncountycf.org](mailto:SheehanGrants@hamiltoncountycf.org) | 317.634.2423 | ---

Thomas P. and Sondra D. Sheehan Charitable Foundation

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