BENEFITTING INDIANA
The Pacers Foundation Inc., the public charity founded by Pacers Sports & Entertainment in 1993, seeks to empower young people and invest in community partnerships addressing equity and justice in education, health, and safety.
If you have any questions regarding Pacers Foundation Grants, please contact foundation@pacers.com.
Application Process & Deadlines
The Interest Form requesting funding must be submitted via the link on our website by the corresponding deadlines: December 15, March 17, June 16, and September 15. A communication detailing the determination of next steps will be sent approximately four (4) weeks of receipt of your Interest Form. Submission of an Interest Form does not guarantee funding. We request that you submit your Interest Form as early as possible.
Pacers Foundation Quarterly Calendar
- Quarter 1 – Interest Form Due September 15
- Quarter 2 – Interest Form Due December 15
- Quarter 3 – Interest Form Due March 17
- Quarter 4 – Interest Form Due June 16
Pacers Foundation Grant ApplicatioN
Reminders
- All Interest Forms Must Be Submitted by December 15, March 17, June 16, and September 15
- If invited to apply, all Grant Applications Must Be Received by December 31, March 31, June 30, and September 29
Questions?
All questions regarding the Pacers Foundation grant process should be directed to foundation@pacers.com. We look forward to reviewing your interest forms.
Pacers Foundation Grant Application Guidelines
Our Mission: The Pacers Foundation seeks to empower young people and invest in community partnerships addressing equity and justice in education, health, and safety.
The Pacers Foundation is looking for Indiana based 501(c)(3) organizations and/or their respective proposals engaging in community work that is aligned with our mission. Organizations are welcome to apply for up to $25,000 in funding, a majority of our grantees receive $10,000 or less.
Preference will be given to organizations who have a record of collaborating with other non-profit organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders to sustain their overall mission. It is at the discretion of the Pacers Foundation Board of Directors to determine the amount of the grants awarded for each round. Grant Applications being considered for funding are by invitation only.
The Pacers Foundation does not consider requests for general operating expenses, administrative support, capital campaigns, annual giving campaigns, endowments, infrastructure improvements or event support, nor do we purchase advertisements, sponsor events, or donate equipment.
The Pacers Foundation receives a significant number of grant requests from 501(c)(3) organizations across the State of Indiana engaging in incredible work that is consistent with our mission.
If you have further questions about grant application guidelines, please contact foundation@pacers.com.
FAQ’s
The Foundation awards grants and contributions to Indiana-based 501(c)(3) organizations.
The Board of Directors of Pacers Foundation meets quarterly. Interest Forms should be submitted by December 15, March 17, June 16, and September 15. Any request not received by those dates will be considered in the next quarterly meeting.
The Board of Directors of Pacers Foundation meets quarterly. Grant Applications should be submitted by December 31, March 31, June 30, and September 29. Any request not received by those dates will be considered in the next quarterly meeting.
Yes, we encourage organizations to reapply.
Grants are not awarded for general operating expenses, administrative support, capital campaigns, annual giving campaigns, endowments, infrastructure improvements or event support.