BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC
AI Summary
The Blue River Foundation Inc, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking with a total of $2.9 million distributed to 96 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION WILL BE A CATALYST FOR IGNITING ACTION THAT IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN SHELBY COUNTY.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SHELBY COUNTY
Shelbyville, IN
$1.8M
10%
SHELBY COUNTY UNITED FUND INC
Shelbyville, IN
$1.2M
7%
MAJOR HOSPITAL
SHELBYVILLE, IN
$1.2M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
50
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$11K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC?
No. BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC give?
BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana, Tennessee, and Illinois. 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 BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $2.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SHELBY COUNTY, SHELBY COUNTY UNITED FUND INC, and MAJOR HOSPITAL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC?
BLUE RIVER FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.