Horizon Bank – Horizon Cares Community Grant Program
Charitable Grants Supporting Education, Arts, Economic Development, and Housing Needs
Horizon Bank’s Horizon Cares Community Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities within the bank’s service area. The program focuses on education, arts, economic development, and community efforts that help meet the housing needs of low- to moderate-income families. Grants generally range from $1,000 to $20,000 or more, with applications due annually by September 30.
Organization: Horizon Bank
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Horizon Bank’s defined market area / area of service
Deadline: September 30
Award Timing: Grants are reviewed and awarded every January
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About the Funder
Horizon Bank supports community investment through its Horizon Cares Community Grant Programs. The program reflects the bank’s commitment to corporate citizenship, volunteerism, and helping address unmet needs in the communities it serves.
Through Horizon Cares, the bank seeks to make a positive difference in the future of its communities by supporting nonprofit organizations and programs that contribute to long-term community growth, stability, and opportunity.
What This Program Supports
The Horizon Cares Community Grant Program supports organizations and programs aligned with the following priorities:
Education
Programs that support learning, student success, educational access, or other community-based education needs.
Arts
Arts-focused programs and organizations that contribute to community vitality and quality of life.
Economic Development
Programs that support the growth, prosperity, and economic strength of local communities.
Housing & Community Needs
Community efforts that help meet the housing needs of low- to moderate-income families.
Eligible Applicants
Applicants must be organizations described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Programs or organizations must be located within, or directly serve, Horizon Bank’s defined market area or area of service.
For one-time projects, applicants may request funding for all or part of the project cost. For ongoing projects, applicants may request funding for all or part of one year of project support only.
Organizations requesting support for ongoing financial needs must secure commitments from other reliable funding sources for future support. These may include government agencies, other charitable organizations, self-supporting revenue, ticket sales, or other funding options.
Funding Amounts
Horizon Cares Charitable Grants generally range from $1,000 to $20,000 or more.
Grants for building programs may be awarded up to 2% of the total cost of the building project.
Applications that would help the requesting organization receive matching funds are encouraged.
Ineligible Requests
Grants will not be considered for:
Organizations that engage in political projects or functions
Organizations that lobby government groups through a registered lobbyist
Groups that contribute cash, goods, services, or facilities to candidates for elected office or political parties
Groups that endorse political candidates or political parties
Groups that assist in promoting political candidates or political parties through posters, signs, or other methods
Organizations that discriminate as defined under federal law in membership practices or in the distribution of benefits
Organizations not located within, or directly serving, Horizon Bank’s defined market area or area of service
Timeline & Review
📅 Application Deadline: September 30
📅 Review Period: Applications are reviewed after submission by the Horizon Cares Charitable Grant Committee
📅 Award Timing: Grants are awarded every January
Application / Request Process
Applicants must submit an annual Horizon Cares Charitable Grant application in hard copy by September 30.
Applications should be mailed to:
Horizon Cares Grant Committee
515 Franklin Street
Michigan City, IN 46360
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.horizonbank.com/about-us/community-outreach/community-grant-program
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working within Horizon Bank’s service area that support education, arts, economic development, housing needs, or broader community improvement.
The program may be especially relevant for organizations serving low- to moderate-income families, pursuing matching funds, or seeking support for one-time projects, annual program costs, or limited building-related needs.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Annual application review
Typical Award Range: $1,000 to $20,000 or more
Deadline: September 30
Award Timing: January
Best Suited For: 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Horizon Bank communities through education, arts, economic development, housing, or community-based programs
