James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association
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The James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Indiana, having distributed a total of $41 million across 24 grantees in the latest filing year. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ENDOWMENT'S VISION IS TO ENSURE ALL CHILDREN HAVE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO EXCEPTIONAL HEALTHCARE SO THEY MAY REACH THEIR OPTIMAL HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Indiana University Health Inc
$96M
29%
Indiana University
$24M
7%
Indiana University Foundation
$9.6M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$25.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association?
No. James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association give?
James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association’s grants?
The largest share of grants from James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association make each year?
In 2024, James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $41 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association fund recently?
In 2025, James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Indiana University Health Inc, Indiana University, and Indiana University Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association?
James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.