Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Elkhart, Indiana
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, holding $30M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex and Alice a Martin Foundation Incsince 2000 | $997K20 grants · 2024 | $30K | Preselected only | $7.6M |
| Irions Foundation Incsince 1997 | $494K35 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Yes | $9.1M |
| Bill Deputy Foundationsince 2008 | $114K25 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $14M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Indiana
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Indiana Arts Commission — Organizational GrantsStateIndiana Arts Commission | Indiana Arts Commission | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Indiana Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateIndiana Humanities | Indiana Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Elkhart, Indiana?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Elkhart, Indiana with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $30M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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