Nonprofit Pulse
This page keeps a pulse on all things nonprofit in Wayne County and beyond. Upcoming fundraising events, job openings, meetings, learning opportunities, and so much more. If you’re looking for nonprofit information specific to the Wayne County Foundation, check out our Nonprofit Resource Hub!
Local Nonprofit Job Postings
Abilities Indiana, Inc. has multiple openings at their Richmond location
Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County is hiring for two positions
Nonprofit Fundraising Event Calendar
Does your nonprofit have an upcoming fundraising event you’d like to promote? We can help! Complete the form below, and we will get it added to the calendar.
Funding Opportunities
Indiana Historical Society Heritage Support Grants
Funding is available for projects that will help Indiana’s local history organizations in areas of collections, stewardship, capacity building, sustainability, and planning. Proposals for their Project Grants ($5,000-$50,000) are due April 30.
Discover the Outdoors Field Trip Grants
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is offering funding for Indiana educators interested in taking students on field trips to an Indiana state park or reservoir. Awards are available for up to $500, and applications are being accepted through April 30.
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation
Their second of four cycles is open through May 13 and supports financial literacy, education, and health and wellness. Applications can be submitted for up to $7,500.
Historic Preservation Grants
The State of Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology is offering two different funding opportunities that are available through June 5. Grants are available for Architectural & Historical projects and Acquisition and Development. These are open to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, local government units, and schools or school districts.
Indiana Landmarks Sacred Places Grant
Funding is available through two different programs to assist congregations and houses of worship. Applications for the New Dollars/New Partners program are currently being accepted, while proposals for the Sacred Places Indiana Fund are open through June 15.
Relevant Content for Nonprofits
Helpful Information
- Health Insurance: The Indiana Philanthropy Alliance recently announced the launch of the Indiana Nonprofit Benefits Trust, a health plan that offers comprehensive coverage tailored specifically for the needs of nonprofits and their employees. You must be an IPA member to be eligible to enroll. Learn more here.
- Financial Best Practices: It’s important to know financial best practices for your nonprofit. The National Council of Nonprofits has great financial management resources and can be accessed here.
Good Reads
- Helping Donors Get Unstuck
Sometimes your donors need help in knowing how to best support you. This article provides some tips on helping them figure out how to maximize their impact. - Fundraising strategies for 2026: Building strong donor relationships
Donor support is based on building relationships with your supporters. This article highlights strategies for donor engagement, retention, and long-term sustainability. - 12 Emerging Technologies Improving Impact Measurement for Nonprofits
It is important to know if your programs are accomplishing their goals, but it is often difficult to measure success. This article has some ways to use technology to determine if you are hitting the mark. - From Data to Impact: Best Practices for Nonprofit Storytelling That Inspires Action
It is important to tell the story of the excellent work you are doing to help spread the word and share your impact. This article provides tips to maximize your storytelling to increase community support. - How Nonprofits Can Avoid Tech Fatigue
It is important to keep up with the latest technologies to help you in your work. But it can also be overwhelming and one more task in your day. This article shares some ways to maximize tech while not letting it cause more stress. - Three Ways to Spot Organizational Vulnerabilities and Build Resilience
Working in the nonprofit sector means a constantly changing environment including funding sources. But this article gives some ways you can make sure your organization is poised to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Other Grantmakers in Wayne County
