Affinity Giving Grants (Consolidated Program)

Affinity Giving Grants

Status: Active, annual consolidated grant program

Geographic Scope: Indiana University system (all seven IU campuses)

Background: The Indiana University Foundation established the Affinity Giving department in 2022 to align efforts and increase responsiveness to affinity groups. This program consolidates the grant-making efforts of the Black Philanthropy Circle (BPC), Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC), and Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC).

Mission: Ensure that diversity in philanthropy continues to be a key focus at Indiana University while providing greater coordination and increased impact across affinity-based giving communities.

Eligible Applicants: All Indiana University community members, including students, faculty, and staff with a vision and capacity to manage grant money

Affinity Groups Included:

Funding Focus Areas (all affinity groups combined):

Award Range: $4,000 - $50,000

Recent Award Activity:

Contact Information: Affinity Giving Department, 812-855-6533, affingiv@iu.edu