Vanderburgh Men’s Fund Grant Program
The Vanderburgh Men’s Fund Grant Program by Community Foundation Alliance funds collaborative, impactful projects to improve quality of life in Vanderburgh County, Indiana.
Funder: Community Foundation Alliance
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical Impact Grant: $30,000; smaller grants may be awarded to finalists; projects must start within 6 months and complete within 2 years.
Summary: Supports impactful charitable projects that improve quality of life in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, through a competitive annual grant cycle.
Description
The Vanderburgh Men’s Fund Grant Program, administered by the Community Foundation Alliance, is designed to leverage the collective philanthropy of men in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, to address pressing local needs and drive social change. The program awards significant grants—primarily one annual Impact Grant—to nonprofit organizations or government agencies proposing well-planned, sustainable projects that demonstrate collaboration, preventative strategies, and a measurable benefit to the community. Typical focus areas include community development, education, health and mental health, human services, and other civic endeavors such as arts, culture, environment, recreation, and youth development. Both programmatic and capital projects are eligible, with an emphasis on initiatives that supplement (not supplant) existing operations.
