MIBOR REALTOR® Association – Community Impact Initiative
Grants Supporting Economic & Community Development in Central Indiana
Organization: MIBOR REALTOR® Association
Support Type: Community impact grants
Geographic Focus: Central Indiana (Boone, Brown, Decatur, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Marion, Montgomery, Morgan, Parke, Putnam, and Shelby counties)
About the Funder
MIBOR REALTOR® Association prioritizes economic and community development efforts that strengthen central Indiana’s long-term vitality. By collaborating with elected officials, economic developers, civic leaders, and community organizations, MIBOR invests in initiatives that enhance quality of life and support a sustainable regional economy.
The Community Impact Initiative reflects MIBOR’s commitment to ensuring central Indiana remains a great place to live, work, play, and invest.
What This Program Supports
Each year, MIBOR’s Community Impact Council awards grants to local projects that advance:
- Job attraction, retention, and expansion
- Workforce development
- Placemaking and quality-of-place initiatives
- Affordable housing
- Tourism development
- Regional collaboration
- Economic vitality and inclusive growth
Projects should contribute to building and maintaining inclusive, vibrant communities and support a skilled regional workforce.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold current tax-exempt nonprofit status or be a government entity
- Serve communities within MIBOR’s service area
- Provide services inclusively and without discrimination
- Demonstrate measurable impact with clear tracking and reporting methods
- Align with MIBOR’s mission and vision for economic and community development
MIBOR Mission
To support initiatives that build inclusive and vibrant communities, attract and retain a skilled workforce, and promote quality jobs for central Indiana.
MIBOR Vision
Through collaboration and shared commitment, central Indiana will become the best region in the country for people to live, work, play, and invest.
Timeline & Review
Round 2 – 2026
📅 Application Opens: March 9, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 (by 12:00 PM ET)
📅 Council Review: August 27, 2026
📅 Investment Announcements: Week of August 31, 2026
Funding Details
MIBOR awards dozens of grants annually; award amounts are not publicly specified and may vary depending on project scope and impact.
Application Process
Eligible organizations must submit a completed application confirming alignment with MIBOR’s economic and community development goals.
For questions, contact MIBOR at 317-956-1912 or through their online contact form.
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://www.mibor.com/community/community-impact/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
The MIBOR Community Impact Initiative is a strong fit for central Indiana nonprofits and public entities working on affordable housing, workforce development, placemaking, and economic vitality initiatives that enhance quality of life and strengthen the regional economy.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Two annual competitive rounds
Next Deadline: August 7, 2026 (12 PM ET)
Best Suited For: Central Indiana nonprofits and government entities advancing workforce, housing, and economic development initiatives
