Funding Amount

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Deadline

April 13, 2026

5 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Lionel Dubay Youth Sports Award

Established: 1993

Geographic Scope: Zionsville area, Boone County, Indiana

Purpose: Recognizes individuals who have made an ongoing commitment to youth sports in the Zionsville area.

About the Award

Established by Lionel Dubay's wife, Gwen, his friends, and community donations to continue his legacy. Lionel was a vital parent and supporter of youth sports in Zionsville. He was an active Little League and Youth Soccer Association member and was instrumental in starting pee-wee football in Zionsville.

    Selection Criteria

    The award recognizes someone who:
  • Has made an ongoing commitment to any youth sport serving the Zionsville area
  • May be a coach, active supporter, team mom, or other supporting role
  • Demonstrates dedication to youth sports in the community

Award Details

What the recipient receives: The award recipient pays it forward by selecting a nonprofit organization that benefits youth sports in the community to receive an unrestricted grant from the Community Foundation.

    Eligibility

  • Individuals who have supported youth sports in the Zionsville area
  • Coaches, active supporters, team moms, or other supporting roles

    Contact Information

    Community Foundation of Boone County
  • Phone: 765-482-0024 or 317-873-0210
  • Email: info@communityfoundationbc.org
  • Address: 102 N. Lebanon Street, Suite 200, Lebanon, Indiana 46052

Past Recipients

Marty & Vicki Wilkey, Troy Hobick, Matt Chappell, Todd Schulte, Ken Kocher, Jeff Collins, Leslie Sherman, Jade Marsh, Kay Mikesky, Bob Richmond, Budd Glassberg, Mark Stevens, Martha Randel, Phil Isenbarger, Mike Garrett, Greg Kirkham, Rick Fiege, Bob Walters, Andrew Manna, Craig Kouns, Josh Medvescek

How to Apply

Application Process

Nominations are submitted online.

Nomination Period:

  • Opens: March 9

  • Closes: April 13, 2026
  • Required Materials:

  • Online nomination form (specific requirements not detailed in provided materials)
  • Submission Method:
    Online through the Community Foundation's website

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    Fields of Work

    youth-sportsunrestricted-nonprofitsfoundation

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