Traditional Grants

Traditional Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: WindSwell Foundation
Last Updated: February 06, 2026

Summary

The AWS Foundation offers Traditional Grants aimed at supporting organizations in Northeast Indiana that assist individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. These grants provide funding for various programs, capital needs, and operations that align with their mission of promoting independence and community inclusion. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) and serve specific counties to qualify. The foundation values innovative approaches that significantly impact the lives of beneficiaries.

Overview

Mission & Vision Our mission is to support children and adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities live as independently as possible, be included and involved in the community and to live their life to the fullest. We envision a community in which people with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities are engaged fully and meaningfully in all aspects of community life. How We Do It WindSwell Foundation is elevating ideas that reimagine disability. But we couldn’t do it alone. As a grantmaking organization, we work with community partners who implement our vision on a practical level. Our grants support nonprofit organizations with their programs, capital needs and operations, and fund opportunities that fit our priority initiatives and enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Then, like a seed carried on the wind, our partners carry our mission into their communities—with transformational results. Grant Types We have three grant types. Traditional grants are the largest grants we award.Mighty MoneySpecialty grants Traditional Grants Traditional grants are in the name. These are primary grants that follow a specific schedule and require a comprehensive application. Programs and projects large and small, operating support and capital campaigns are all eligible for this grant, but they must align with at least one of our priority initiatives: Education & EmploymentEarly Diagnosis & System NavigationTransportationHousingPromoting Social Enrichment Focus: Organizations and projects in Northeast Indiana that help children and adults with enduring intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities live as independently as possible, be included in the community and function at their highest potential. Amount: Varies. Frequency: AWS Foundation has three traditional grant application deadlines per fiscal year. Applications open two weeks before their due date.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. All new applications require a letter of intent. If you have have received a grant from WindSwell Foundation in the past, but not for the program/project you’re requesting, an LOI is still required.Who Qualifies?If you’ve never applied for one of our traditional grants, the first thing you need to know is whether you qualify. Don’t spend time applying until you are sure! Start by reviewing the guidelines below. And feel free to call us with any questions. We’d love to speak with you about your idea!To qualify for one of our grants, you must meet the following criteria:Be a 501(c)(3) organizationServe these northeast Indiana counties: Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Grant, Huntington, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Wells or Whitley

Ineligibility

We do not fund individuals, fundraising events or religious activities.