Foundations that fund organizations in Waterloo, Indiana
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Waterloo nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $728K to Waterloo organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Waterloo around $214K. 3 of these funders are based in Indiana; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Waterloo
- $728K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $214K
- Based in IN
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Waterloo organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The James Foundation Inc | Auburn, IN | 2 | $427K | $214K | Yes | Dekalb central early learning - preschool programming; Professional development |
| 8020 Foundation Trust | Fort Wayne, IN | 1 | $300K | $300K | Yes | Baron advanced manufacturing program |
| Jason and Joann Sweitzer Family Foundation Inc | Auburn, IN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Community improvement, capacity building |
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 Waterloo, Indiana?
The James Foundation Inc, 8020 Foundation Trust, Jason and Joann Sweitzer Family Foundation Inc, Edward Jones Foundation reported grants to Waterloo 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 Waterloo. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.