Rising Together Grants: Connected Community
Strong communities are built through connection, belonging, and opportunities for people to engage with one another. This year’s Connected Community grant applications reflected a wide range of efforts designed to bring people together, strengthen relationships, and foster deeper community engagement across Northeast Indiana.
Volunteer committee members reviewed 18 applications and recommended $298,291 in funding to 16 organizations supporting programs and initiatives throughout the region. Applications reflected a shared commitment to strengthening neighborhoods, building cross-cultural connections, expanding accessible programming, and reducing isolation across our communities.
Together, these projects represent meaningful investments in creating a more connected and welcoming region.
2026 Connected Community Grant Recipients
Associated Churches of Fort Wayne and Allen County
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Inc.
Community Transportation Network
Fort Wayne Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Northeast Indiana Public Radio (WBOI)
Whitington Homes and Services for Children and Families
Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana Foundation
About Rising Together Grants
The Rising Together Grant Program aligns with the Community Foundation’s Let’s Rise! Vision Plan and supports initiatives that strengthen Northeast Indiana across five focus areas:
- Connected Community
- Everyone’s Economy
- Healthy Mind & Body
- Inspiring Places
- Lifelong Learning
Through this work, the Community Foundation partners with nonprofits, volunteers, donors, and community leaders to help build a stronger, more vibrant community for all.