FORT WAYNE, Indiana – The Do it Best Foundation announced a new round of grant awards totaling more than $144,000 for 21 nonprofit organizations across Indiana. Nine of the recipients are based in Northeast Indiana, directly benefiting families and neighborhoods in the Fort Wayne area.
Grant focus areas
The foundation’s giving program targets four core pillars: health and wellness, youth enrichment, the arts, and broader community needs. Grants this cycle will support programs that provide youth services, health care access, food security, educational opportunities, addiction recovery, and cultural enrichment.
Local nonprofit recipients
While the full list of all 21 grantees was not released, the nine Northeast Indiana organizations include groups that serve children, seniors, and individuals battling substance abuse. Each nonprofit will receive a portion of the $144,000 pool, enabling them to expand existing services or launch new initiatives that align with the foundation’s mission.
Connection to Do it Best employees
The Do it Best Foundation emphasizes that its charitable work is rooted in the communities where its employees live and work. By directing funds to local nonprofits, the foundation seeks to strengthen the social fabric of the region and provide tangible assistance to families facing everyday challenges.
Recent fundraising success
The latest grant awards follow the foundation’s annual Cookin’ Fort Wayne fundraiser, which generated a $100,000 donation for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana in June. That contribution helped provide a safe, supportive environment for families with seriously ill children.
Future grant opportunities
Organizations interested in applying for future funding can submit proposals through September 25, 2026. The foundation encourages groups that address health, youth enrichment, the arts, and essential community services to apply.
These grants represent a continued commitment by the Do it Best Foundation to invest in the well‑being of Indiana’s neighborhoods, reinforcing the role of charitable giving in building stronger, healthier families and communities.
Original reporting: WOWO News/Talk (Fort Wayne) — read the source article.
