Foellinger Foundation’s Board of Directors has approved grants totaling $908,500 to support nonprofit organizations in Allen County, Indiana.
Foellinger Foundation news release:
Foellinger Foundation Awards $908,500 in Grants to Support Youth Development and Capacity Building in Allen County
Fort Wayne, Indiana (Mar 15, 2025) – Foellinger Foundation’s Board of Directors has approved grants totaling $908,500 to support nonprofit organizations in Allen County. These grants were awarded in two key areas: Youth Development and Capacity Building.
“Foellinger Foundation is committed to building strong communities and that starts with strong organizations who provide essential services,” said Sarah Strimmenos, President and CEO of Foellinger Foundation. “By investing in nonprofits that serve our community’s youth and their families, while also strengthening their long-term sustainability, we help ensure lasting impact.”
Eight Youth Development grants totaling $877,500 were awarded to nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing dynamic programs that support the growth, development, and well-being of Allen County children and families.
Recipients include:
- Boy Scouts of America
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Indiana
- Crossroad Child & Family Services
- Gateway Woods
- Harlan Christian Youth Center
- YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne
- Power House Youth Center
- World Baseball Academy
Three Capacity Building grants totaling $31,000 were awarded to support board-driven initiatives that enhance an organization’s financial sustainability, governance, and operational effectiveness. These grants help nonprofits strengthen leadership and long-term strategy.
Foellinger Foundation remains dedicated to investing in nonprofits that create meaningful change in Allen County, continuing the legacy of Helene and Esther Foellinger.
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About Foellinger Foundation
Foellinger Foundation is a private, charitable foundation that invests in organizations, programming, and initiatives that serve Allen County citizens with the greatest economic need and least opportunity. The Foundation was created in 1958 by Helene Foellinger, The News-Sentinel publisher from 1936 to 1981, and Esther Foellinger, her mother. Visit www.foellinger.org for more information.
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