Funding Amount

Varies by award

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Mini Grants

Overview: The Wayne County Foundation offers Mini Grants designed to serve smaller projects, short-term programs, or unplanned opportunities that require immediate funding.

Eligibility: Local nonprofit organizations and government entities serving Wayne County

Geographic Scope: Wayne County, Indiana

Focus Areas: Smaller projects, short-term programs, and urgent funding needs

Recent Awards: Examples include:

  • Open Arms Ministries: $1,500 for expansion and office furnishing

  • Safety Village of Wayne County: $4,000 for picnic tables

  • Town of Cambridge City: $7,000 for police body cameras and software

  • Dalton Township Trustee: $1,000 for community services
  • Application Process: Applications can be submitted outside of regular grant cycles for projects requiring immediate funding.

    Grantmaking Support: The Foundation's grantmaking is made possible by income from unrestricted, endowed field-of-interest funds, and specialized funds like the Wayne County Cares Fund.

    Contact Information:

  • Phone: 765-962-1638

  • Email: info@waynecountyfoundation.org

  • Address: 33 South 7th Street, Richmond, Indiana 47374

  • Website: waynecountyfoundation.org
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    Fields of Work

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