Pacers Foundation – Fever Fund Grants (Mar 17, 2026 Deadline)
Grants Supporting Women & Girls Across Indiana
The Fever Fund, an initiative of the Pacers Foundation, invests in programs that empower women and girls to rise on the court, in the classroom, and in their communities. The Fund supports Indiana-based nonprofits helping women and girls build confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of safety and belonging.
Organization: Pacers Foundation – Fever Fund
Support Type: Program grants
Geographic Focus: Indiana
Quarter 3 Interest Form Deadline: March 17, 2026
Funding Amount: Up to $25,000 (most awards are $10,000 or less)
About the Fever Fund
The Fever Fund champions initiatives that help women and girls thrive. Grounded in the belief that confident girls become strong women—and strong women build stronger communities—the Fund prioritizes programs that create meaningful, measurable impact throughout Indiana.
Beginning January 2026, the Indiana Fever license plate program will further support the Fever Fund, with proceeds helping fuel programs for women and girls statewide.
What This Program Supports
Eligible programs must align with one or more of the Fever Fund’s focus areas:
- Leadership and career readiness
- Confidence through sports and wellness
- Safety and belonging
The Fund gives preference to organizations demonstrating strong collaboration with nonprofits, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
Eligibility Requirements
Organizations may be eligible if they:
- Are Indiana-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits
- Primarily serve women and girls
- Align with the Fever Fund’s stated focus areas
- Demonstrate measurable impact and community collaboration
Ineligible Requests
The Fever Fund does not provide support for:
- General operating expenses or administrative support
- Capital campaigns, endowments, or annual giving campaigns
- Infrastructure improvements
- Event sponsorships or advertising
- Equipment donations
Application Process
The Fever Fund uses a two-step process:
Step 1: Submit an Interest Form
Quarterly deadlines:
- Quarter 1 – September 15
- Quarter 2 – December 15
- Quarter 3 – March 17
- Quarter 4 – June 16
Interest Forms are reviewed after each deadline. Submission does not guarantee funding. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Selected organizations may be invited to proceed to the next step of the application process.
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is ideal for:
- Indiana nonprofits serving women and girls
- Organizations focused on youth leadership and career readiness
- Sports and wellness programs building confidence
- Programs promoting safe, inclusive environments
- Collaborative initiatives with measurable community outcomes
With grants up to $25,000—and most awards around $10,000—the Fever Fund offers meaningful program-level support for women- and girl-focused initiatives statewide.
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://pacersfoundation.org/fever-fund/
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Deadline: March 17, 2026 (Quarter 3 Interest Form)
Funding Range: Up to $25,000 (most $10,000 or less)
Geographic Focus: Indiana
Best Suited For: 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving women and girls
