The Community Foundation of Elkhart County is accepting applications for its Community Investment Grants.
Donor Name: Community Foundation of Elkhart County
State: Indiana
County: Elkhart County (IN)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/21/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Community Investment Grants are funded by the unrestricted resources entrusted to the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. These grants reflect mission: to improve the quality of life in Elkhart County by inspiring generosity.
Grantmaking Priorities
The Community Foundation focuses on three priority areas that guide both grantmaking and community leadership efforts. These areas are informed by population-level data and local needs.
They invite you to explore the guiding frameworks and data:
- Career Pathways
- Helping individuals and families achieve economic mobility through workforce readiness, credential attainment, and access to career pathways.
- Kids & Families
- Fostering healthy child development and strong families through access to quality early childhood care, social-emotional support, and education.
- Placemaking
- Supporting vibrant, welcoming spaces that reflect community identity and contribute to quality of life for all.
Funding Information
Grants over $25,000
Eligibility Criteria
They make grants to 501(c)(3) public charities serving Elkhart County. In some cases, schools, municipalities, chambers of commerce, and other qualifying entities may also apply. Religious organizations may apply, but grants may not be used for religious instruction or worship.
Ineligibility
- Activities outside Elkhart County
- For-profit ventures
- Direct assistance to individuals, including scholarships for school or camps
- Religious instruction or facilities without broad community use
- Political campaigns or lobbying
- Debt reduction or retroactive costs
- Travel for organizations (e.g. school groups, music groups, sports)
- Requests for food from food pantries
- Research projects
- Projects lacking sustainability or planning (e.g., recurring deficits, no contingency funds)
For more information, visit Community Foundation of Elkhart County.
