The Men’s Fund of Vanderburgh County focuses the efforts of male philanthropists to create positive social change by funding projects that address current needs in the community.
Donor Name: Vanderburgh Community Foundation
State: Indiana
County: Vanderburgh County (IN)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/11/2023
Size of the Grant: $30,000
Grant Duration: 2 years
Details:
The mission is to improve the quality of life in Vanderburgh County by collectively funding significant grants for charitable initiatives.
Funding Information
- The 2023 Impact Grant Award will be for $30,000.
- Funded programs and projects must begin within six months of the award and be completed within two years from the date the grant is received.
Areas Considered for Program Funding
- Community Development
- Education
- Endowment Creation
- Health/Mental Health
- Human Services
- Other Civic Endeavors (Arts & Culture, Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development)
Areas Considered for Project Funding
- Capital Projects
- Endowment Creation
Additional Considerations for Funding
- Proposals can be for either program activities or capital projects that benefit underserved residents of Vanderburgh County.
- Consideration will be given to organizations that demonstrate:
- Commitment to long-range planning, financial stability, and sustainability
- Sound plans to address ongoing or emerging issues identified by research
- Specific, realistic plans for program or project evaluation
- Desire to promote collaboration among organizations or institutions to prevent duplication of services
- Project methodology utilizing preventative strategies for addressing the issues and solving problems
- Evidence of organizational planning and management
Eligibility Criteria
- The Men’s Fund of Vanderburgh County welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, and from governmental agencies serving Vanderburgh County. Nonprofit organizations that are not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the proposal is charitable , supports a community need, and meets the criteria described on this page. Past recipients of the Impact Grant must wait two years before applying again.
- Only one application will be considered from an organization.
For more information, visit VCF.
