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CURRENT GRANTS - MAY 2025
Louder Than Words Grant Program
Louder Than Words Grant Program
Granting Organization/Business Unit: Finish Line Youth Foundation Inc.
Website: Finish Line Youth Foundation Grants
Overview
The Finish Line Youth Foundation (FLYF) supports diverse and underserved communities through its Louder Than Words Grant Program. As the philanthropic arm of Finish Line, FLYF is dedicated to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity by funding organizations that positively impact communities across the country.
Each grant cycle has a different focus area, ensuring that various community needs are addressed throughout the year. The four cycles are:
Cycle 1 (Due March 15): Far East Side of Indianapolis
Cycle 2 (Due May 15): Health & Wellness
Cycle 3 (Due July 15): Workforce Development
Cycle 4 (Due October 15): Safe Communities
Projects That Qualify for Funding
Cycle 1: Far East Side of Indianapolis
Programs and initiatives that support the local community.
Cycle 2: Health & Wellness
Programs emphasizing personal development, physical activity, mental health, and healthy lifestyles
Scholarships providing full or partial funding to participate in programs offered by the organization
Cycle 3: Workforce Development
Programs that emphasize higher education, vocational training, and career development
Scholarships providing full or partial funding to participate in workforce training programs
Cycle 4: Safe Communities
Programs focusing on public safety, building trust between communities and police, and criminal justice reform
Improvements, renovations, or construction of existing/new facilities to enhance community safety
Emergency needs caused by natural disasters or unforeseen circumstances that impact service delivery
Eligibility Criteria
Organizations must:
Be registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Serve a diverse community, with 51% or more of participants being people of color
Demonstrate a commitment to delivering culturally competent services
Support initiatives that address racial disparities and discrimination
Ineligibility
The Foundation will not fund:
Political campaigns or efforts to influence public officials
Organizations that unlawfully discriminate based on race, religion, income, gender, disability, or national origin
Programs that promote specific religious teachings or fund church construction
Fraternal, veteran, or labor organizations
Foundations affiliated with for-profit entities
Endowments, beauty/talent contests, individuals, or research projects
Travel expenses for trips or conferences
Application Deadlines
March 15, 2025
May 15, 2025
July 15, 2025
October 15, 2025
March 15, 2026
May 15, 2026
July 15, 2026
Grant Amount
Up to $10,000
Funding Focus Areas
Healthy Habits & Behaviors
Wellness & Healthy Living
Community & Public Safety
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
