The Hendricks County Community Foundation, Inc. (HCCF) is an independent, local nonprofit organization based in Avon, Indiana. Established as a 501(c)(3) public charity, it operates as a community foundation that serves as a vehicle for individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to make a charitable difference in Hendricks County. The Foundation manages a collection of donor-created funds and distributes grants and scholarships to benefit the community.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$30.8M
+48.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.7M
+55.7% YoY
Grant Count
39
+11.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$45K
+39.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To be a trusted community partner in understanding needs, aligning resources, and empowering people to address today's priorities and create lasting impact together.
Vision: Hendricks County is a place where everyone has the opportunity to have a fulfilling life.
The Foundation's primary activities include:
- Scholarships: Distribution of scholarships to graduating seniors from Hendricks County high schools for higher education
- Community Grants: Grants through an approved application process for various charitable causes benefiting individuals and families in need
- Organizational Grants: Grants to charitable organizations within Hendricks County through the Deedee Daniel Opportunity Fund and other unrestricted funds
- Food Pantry Coalition: Serves as fiscal sponsor for the Hendricks County Food Pantry Coalition, supporting 27 collaborative food, hygiene, and pet food pantries
- Parks and Recreation: Partnerships to promote parks and recreation initiatives
Grantmaking
The Foundation does not make grants directly to individuals except for scholarships to graduating high school students in Hendricks County for higher education. Vendor payments are made directly to fulfill needs rather than payments to applicants.
How to Apply
required for most grants
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation serves Hendricks County, Indiana. The organization expanded its geographic scope in 1996 from its original focus on Plainfield to cover all of Hendricks County.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets:
- 2023: $20,770,210
- 2019: $19,288,227
- 2018: $13,927,626
- 2017: $13,861,074
Revenue & Expenses:
- 2023 Total Revenue: $3,500,352
- 2023 Total Expenses: $2,664,878
Fund Structure: The Foundation manages over $21 million in assets across a collection of funds created by individuals, families, businesses, and organizations for charitable purposes. These funds are invested to generate income that is granted back to the community.
Special Features: The Foundation operates a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution or investment of funds.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $30,839,125 | $20,770,210 | $17,876,170 |
| Revenue | $12,142,684 | $3,500,352 | $2,334,398 |
| Expenses | $3,009,617 | $2,664,878 | $2,414,697 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $785,857 | $470,941 | $569,595 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
180 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
6 open opportunities from Hendricks County Community
Community Impact Grants
HENDRICKS COUNTY COMMUNITY
Amount
Approximately $380,000 total available; grants average around $20,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Community Unity Grants
HENDRICKS COUNTY COMMUNITY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
HCCF Scholarships (13 scholarship funds)
HENDRICKS COUNTY COMMUNITY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Shepherd's Pathway ($962,873), Hendricks County Food Pantry ($167,765), Family Promise of Hendricks County ($99,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AVON EDUCATION FOUNDATION AVON, IN | SCHOOL ASSISTANCE | $13,426 |
| BALL STATE UNIVERSITY MUNCIE, IN | BRANDING GUIDE | $27,500 |
| BROWNSBURG EDUCATION FOUNDATION BROWNSBURG, IN | SCHOOL ASSISTANCE | $7,993 |
| BROWNSBURG FIRE TERRITORY BROWNSBURG, IN | MEMORIAL | $61,741 |
| CENTER FOR INTERFAITH COOPERATION INDIANAPOLIS, IN | OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| CICOA AGING AND IN-HOME SOLUTIONS INDIANAPOLIS, IN | HOME ACCESSIBILITY | $25,000 |
| DAMAR SERVICES INC INDIANAPOLIS, IN | DISABILITY SERVICES | $5,500 |
| DANVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORP DANVILLE, IN | TUITION ASSISTANCE | $5,425 |
| DOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION SEVIERVILLE, TN | BOOK PROGRAMS | $10,975 |
| FAMILY PROMISE OF HENDRICKS COUNTY PLAINFIELD, IN | MENTAL HEALTH | $99,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
President & CEO: William Rhodehamel
Staff: The Foundation employs 12 staff members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRADLEY RILEY | BOARD CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JOANNA KENNEDY | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| STAN RISSER | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| TIM WHICKER | VICE BOARD C | 2 | — |
| JENNIFER AHLES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAN DUNBAR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AMY COMER ELLIOTT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BEN FOUCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AI GEANS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HARRY GILL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NICK JAWORSKI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JESSICA LEDFORD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DENISE ROBINSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SHARIQ SIDDIQUI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JOANNA SPROULL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LIBBY WHIPPLE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WILLIAM A RHODEHAMEL | PRESIDENT & | 40 | $86,664 |
Contact Information
- Address: 6319 E US Highway 36 Ste 211, Avon, IN 46123-6210
- Phone: 317-268-6240
- Website: hendrickscountycf.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hendricks County Community fund?
**Mission:** To be a trusted community partner in understanding needs, aligning resources, and empowering people to address today's priorities and create lasting impact together. **Vision:** Hendricks County is a place where everyone has the opportunity to have a fulfilling life. The Foundation's primary activities include: • **Scholarships:** Distribution of scholarships to graduating seniors from Hendricks County high schools for higher education • **Community Grants:** Grants through an appr…
How do I apply for a grant from Hendricks County Community?
The Foundation does not make grants directly to individuals except for scholarships to graduating high school students in Hendricks County for higher education. Vendor payments are made directly to fulfill needs rather than payments to applicants. **Grant Activity:** • 2023: $2,664,878 in total expenses • 2021: Over $2 million in grants distributed to charitable organizations and scholarships • 2019: $1,662,192 in domestic grants • 2018: $601,196 in domestic grants **Grant Characteristics:** • …
Where does Hendricks County Community make grants?
The Foundation serves Hendricks County, Indiana. The organization expanded its geographic scope in 1996 from its original focus on Plainfield to cover all of Hendricks County.
What size grants does Hendricks County Community award?
In 2024, Hendricks County Community awarded 39 grants totaling $1.7M — an average of about $45K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Hendricks County Community's EIN?
Hendricks County Community's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-1878973. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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