Foundations that fund organizations in Selma, Indiana
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Selma nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $35K to Selma organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Selma around $4,429. 3 of these funders are based in Indiana; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Selma
- $35K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $4,429
- Based in IN
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Selma organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Brothers Foundation | Muncie, IN | 4 | $18K | $5,000 | Yes | 2024 tornado response; Farm to school start up; Radio upgrade initiative |
| Shroyer Scholarship Fund 000381 | Muncie, IN | 1 | $11K | $11K | Yes | Scholarship |
| Mary K Garr Scholarship Foundation Trust | Muncie, IN | 1 | $4,429 | $4,429 | Yes | Scholarship |
| The Alro Steel Foundation | Jackson, MI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Barbour Family Foundation | Boulder, CO | 1 | $700 | $700 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Selma, Indiana?
Ball Brothers Foundation, Shroyer Scholarship Fund 000381, Mary K Garr Scholarship Foundation Trust, The Alro Steel Foundation, Barbour Family Foundation reported grants to Selma organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Selma. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.