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title: Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation – Grants to Nonprofits
description: Capital grants of $1,000–$15,000 for Indiana 501(c) nonprofits in arts & culture, education, and health & welfare; two annual cycles.
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status: upcoming
createdAt: "2026-10-07"
updatedAt: "2026-10-07"
programType: Grant
organization: Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/subaru-of-indiana-automotive
deadline: "2027-09-30"
location: Lafayette, IN, United States
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compensationRange: Capital project grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 for tangible purchases
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# Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation – Grants to Nonprofits

**Hosted by:** Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation

**Type:** Grant | **Location:** Lafayette, IN, United States | **Deadline:** September 30, 2027

## About This Program

Grants aim to improve the quality of life and help meet the needs of the residents of the State of Indiana. Grants support specific capital projects in the areas of: arts and culture, education, health and welfare.

### Grant Application Guidelines

- The SIA Foundation provides funding for the following causes:
- Arts & Culture
- Education
- Health & Welfare
- The SIA Foundation prefers to fully fund capital projects/purchases that provide an immediate impact for individuals served by the applying organization.
- Funding must be used to purchase a tangible item or items, which will remain with the applying organization for a minimum of three years.

### Annual Cycles

Spring

- Apply January 1 – March 31
- Notification in May
- Disbursement by June 15

Fall

- Apply July 1 – September 30
- Notification in November
- Disbursement by December 15

### Eligible to Apply

- 501(c) organizations with a chapter/office in Indiana
- Educational institutions in Indiana
- Governmental or quasi-governmental entities in Indiana
- Must be financially sound

### Ineligible to Apply

- Individuals
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations outside Indiana
- Organizations that are not tax-exempt
- Organizations primarily influencing legislation or political candidates
- Organizations primarily promoting religious activities or requiring faith participation
- Organizations that discriminate in service provision on unlawful bases
- Fraternal organizations requiring membership to participate or receive services

### Eligible Expenses

- Capital project/purchases ranging from $1,000 to $15,000
- Capital investments, including real estate, facilities, and equipment

### Ineligible Expenses

- Operating costs (salaries, marketing, routine expenses)
- Conferences, meals, or travel
- Fundraising drives/events (including capital campaigns)
- Vehicles or vehicle repairs
- Paintings, portraits, and murals
- Software or software subscriptions
- Endowments or memorials

### Evaluation of Applications

Applications are reviewed and scored by a committee of associates, who make recommendations to the SIA Foundation board of directors. Scoring is based on several criteria, including demonstration of need, alignment with foundation principles, and impact.

Cost/pricing documentation should be submitted with the application.

### Note

- Funding cycles are competitive with approximately 400 applicants.
- The number of selected recipients each cycle is typically fewer than 25.

### Conditions

- Funds must be used for the approved purpose within one year of issuance.
- Repayment may be required if funds aren't used as specified.
- If awarded, organizations must abstain from the next two grant cycles before applying again.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** Regional
- **Disciplines:** All disciplines
- **Note:** Eligible to apply: 501(c) organizations with a chapter/office in Indiana, educational institutions in Indiana, and governmental or quasi-governmental entities in Indiana that are financially sound.

Ineligible to apply: individuals, for-profit businesses, organizations outside Indiana, organizations that are not tax-exempt, organizations primarily influencing legislation or political candidates, organizations primarily promoting religious activities or requiring faith participation, organizations that discriminate in service provision on unlawful bases, and fraternal organizations requiring membership to participate or receive services.

Funding cycles are competitive with approximately 400 applicants per cycle; the number of selected recipients each cycle is typically fewer than 25. If awarded, organizations must abstain from the next two grant cycles before applying again.

### Additional Requirements

- Cost/pricing documentation

## Compensation & Benefits

Capital project grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 for tangible purchases

**Includes:** Stipend

Capital grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 for capital project/purchases. Funding must be used to purchase a tangible item or items, which will remain with the applying organization for a minimum of three years, and must be used for the approved purpose within one year of issuance. Repayment may be required if funds aren't used as specified.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** July 1, 2027
- **Deadline:** September 30, 2027

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://apps5.subaru-sia.com/GrantApplication/