The Lafayette Kiwanis Foundation was established in 1971 to:

 

     Promote the betterment of  the welfare, happiness, and education and development of men, women, and children in our community (particularly, the aged, young, erring, poor, crippled, helpless, handicapped, unfortunate, and underprivileged, regardless of race, color, or creed)  and to further religious, charitable, scientific, and literary activities in our developing society.

     Supply money, goods, and/or services for worthwhile community activities in the form of grants totaling about $17,000.00 a year.

     Promote the social welfare of our community.

     An elected nine-member Board of Directors conducts the Foundation's business.

   

Application Procedures:

     What we fund

          Youth agencies, relief purposes, and educational endeavors within Tippecanoe County for those holding 501

               (C) (3) status with the IRS.

        The median grant size is $500.00

 

     What we do not fund

           Preferably not the same organization repeatedly with the same request, or where a grant would just benefit one individual.

     How to apply

           Download and complete the application form

           Direct questions to the Foundation president at <jcooper@tctc.com>

     When to apply

           At least two weeks before the Foundation Board's next scheduled meeting.

         (Nov. 17, 2009, Jan. 12, March 16, May11, July 13, Sept. 14, Nov. 16, 2010.)

      Where to apply

          James Cooper, Foundation president, whose address is on the Grant Request.

Grant Application Form (2 pages) Click to download.