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The Indianapolis Colts Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on community support and development. In 2025, the foundation paid a total of $1.5 million across 69 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach by granting funds through invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the foundation.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO NATIONAL, STATE, AND LOCAL PROGRAMS CREATING MOTIVATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF INDIANA AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
IU FOUNDATION
$3.7M
33%
James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association
$650K
6%
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN INDIANA INC
$620K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$56K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC give?
THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana, California, and New York. 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 THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include IU FOUNDATION, James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association, and MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN INDIANA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC?
THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.