CFGFW: Emergency Grant Program
Funding Amount
Up to US $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Other requirements
- website.
Overview
The CFGFW Emergency Grant Program provides crucial funding to Allen County nonprofits facing unexpected expenses that hinder their mission. These grants are designed to address urgent, unforeseen challenges, including community disasters like floods or tornadoes. The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne is committed to supporting local organizations in overcoming financial hurdles, ensuring they can continue their vital work in the community. Emergency Grants may also cover reimbursements for expenses incurred within 14 days of an emergency.
The Community Foundation offers a range of grant programs aimed at bringing about positive change and impact, making our community a better place to live, work, and play. These grant opportunities enhance the lives of residents across Allen County and Northeast Indiana. Through the combined efforts of donors, nonprofits, and volunteers, the Community Foundation remains dedicated to improving lives throughout our community.
The Emergency Grants given by the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne help Allen County nonprofits with unexpected expenses that impact their ability to meet their mission. An Emergency Grant can help an organization manage an unbudgeted, unforeseen, and time-sensitive emergency. Emergency Grants may also be used as relief in the wake of community disasters, such as a tornado or flood. The Community Foundation recognizes that some emergencies must be addressed and paid for immediately. In certain circumstances, Emergency Grants can be granted as reimbursements for situations that are no more than 14 days post-emergency.
Eligibility
We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.What Community Foundation of Greater actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 299
- Total given
- $12.95M
- Median grant
- $17K
- Range
- $5,066–$1.24M
- By dollars: Indiana 78%, Ohio 7%, Tennessee 5%. Top recipient cities: Fort Wayne, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Huntertown, IN.
- 28% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Stillwater Hospice · Fort Wayne, IN
$1.24M
American Endowment Foundation · Hudson, OH
$796K
St Paul's Evangelical Lutheran · Fort Wayne, IN
$385K
Love One International · Brentwood, TN
$350K
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NE · Fort Wayne, IN
$343K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Hardship
- Disaster relief
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