Summer Youth Program Fund (The Indianapolis Foundation / CICF collaborative)

Grant for Youth-Serving Nonprofits Running Summer Programs

Amount TBD

Amount

Cash

Oct 16, 2026

Deadline

7 days left

Indiana

Geography

Local

Grant

Type

Foundation

Youth & Family Services
Education
Arts, Culture & Humanities

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About this grant

Supports summer programs for Marion County youth ages 4 to 24 that provide safe spaces for academic enrichment, arts, sports, employment, and other positive experiences at little or no cost to families. Eligible organizations include nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups offering day programs, overnight programs, academic and artistic enrichment, and youth employment. Grants can cover staffing, program materials, healthy meals, and scholarships to keep programs free or low-cost.

What you get

Program grant funding (average grant size $16,604 in 2026 cycle)
Access to nine funders through a single application
Single final report reviewed by all nine funders
Opportunity to receive grants from multiple funders

How to apply

Online application via CICF Smart Simple platform
Smart Simple organizational account (create or update before applying)
Budget section (video guidance available)
Responses to application questions (preview PDF available)

Eligibility

Programs must be for the exclusive benefit of Marion County youth ages 4 to 24
Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt or have a fiscal sponsor
Programs must provide safe and positive experiences at little or no cost to families

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