Building Socially Connected Communities in Indiana Grants

Abby Huff
317.605.1447
ahuff1@ocra.in.gov

The Building Socially Connected Communities program will provide grants for projects that work to build social connections, strengthen community bonds and enhance the well-being of people in Indiana who are experiencing loneliness.

Funding areas:

• Community infrastructure - Enhance community centers, meeting spaces, and facilities that serve as the focal point for social engagement
• Social clubs and interest groups - Creating and sustaining social clubs and interest groups tailored to the preferences and needs of those experiencing loneliness
• Transportation accessibility - Improve transportation options for those experiencing loneliness in rural areas, ensuring they can easily access community events, social gatherings and essential services
• Intergenerational initiatives - Programs that facilitate meaningful interactions between different age groups
• Local business support - Enhance local businesses and establishments that cater to the needs and preferences of those experiencing loneliness, creating inviting spaces that promote social interactions
• Community well-being - Support and promote community programs that increase awareness, reduce stigma and provide resource programming

Eligible applicants in Indiana communities with a population under 50,000:

• Local governments
• Nonprofit organizations
• Community groups
• Other entities that are focused on loneliness

Eligible partners include, but are not limited to:

• Faith-based organizations
• Small businesses
• Community organizations
• schools

Quick action projects:

• Maximum award - $5,000
• Minimum award - $1,000
• 1:1 match required, 30% of match can be in-kind

Large impact projects:

• Maximum award - $50,000
• Minimum award - $5,001
• 1:1 cash match required

A total of $200,000 is available.

Links to documents, resources, and the online application are available on the program website.

The webinar slides contain application instructions.