Ball Brothers Foundation Fellows Program Grant

The Ball Brothers Foundation Fellows Program aims to enhance the skills of nonprofit leaders in East Central Indiana. Established in 1926, the foundation emphasizes philanthropy over mere charity, honoring the legacy of the Ball brothers. This program facilitates monthly interactions between fellows and foundation staff from April to December, fostering dialogue around nonprofit management and community challenges. By participating, leaders can better understand foundation operations, acquire management skills, and develop their leadership capabilities.

Ball Brothers Foundation offers a Fellows Program each year, which provides East Central Indiana nonprofit leaders and outstanding community leaders with an opportunity for two-way dialogue to help broaden their understanding of the foundation world. Fellows meet face-to-face with Ball Brothers Foundation staff members once a month from April through December. In addition to investing in local nonprofit leaders and listening to their perspectives on nonprofit management and current community issues, the program is a way for the foundation to demonstrate its transparency and receive feedback and insights from grantees.

Eligibility

Fellows must hold the Executive Director position or a top leadership position in their organization. They are nominated and selected by Ball Brothers Foundation staff members based on a range of factors, including potential to benefit from the program, demonstration of leadership, strong character and integrity, community commitment, and other considerations.