Women's Fund
The Women's Fund at PCCF
The Women’s Fund of Porter County empowers, connects, and inspires women in our community by collectively supporting initiatives and organizations that are creating positive changes and bettering all our lives.
Since inception, the Women’s Fund has awarded 69 grants totaling over $1 million to fund essential programs that support women and children throughout Porter County.
In 2026 the Women’s Fund of Porter County announced $65,000 in grants to local organizations. The Northwest Indiana (NWI) Food Council and Parents as Teachers of Porter County were each awarded $25,000 and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was awarded $15,000 for high-impact programs.
The Women’s Fund of Porter County welcomes nonprofit organizations serving Porter County to submit a grant request. Recipient organizations must be organized for tax exempt purposes as set forth in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Organizations that receive a $25,000 Women’s Fund grant are not eligible to apply the following year.
Please note that project areas NOT considered for funding include the following:
- Projects or programs that do not address issues facing women and/or children;
- Scholarship programs including daycare and program participation fees;
- Annual appeals or membership contributions;
- Event sponsorships;
- Programs that are sectarian or religious in nature;
- Political organizations, programs, or candidates;
- Contributions to endowment campaigns;
- Campaigns to reduce previously incurred debt;
- Individuals;
- Programs already completed and/or equipment already contracted for;
- Travel for bands, sports teams and similar groups;
- Camp scholarships or fees related to camp programs; or
- Recurring professional development opportunities such as annual conferences.
Applications for funding must be submitted online by the deadline.
This grant opportunity is currently closed.
Previous Grant Recipient Spotlight
Porter County Aging & Community Services
PCACS extends a helping hand to seniors, people with disabilities and low-income residents. The organization received grant support for the Hardship Assistance Program, which provides immediate, compassionate support to Porter County women and children facing financial crises.
The Caring Place
The Caring Place provides inclusive services, shelter, and ongoing support for people experiencing domestic violence. The Women’s Fund supported The Caring Kitchen, which provides daily, nutritious meals to survivors in shelter, reducing waste and costs while creating a welcoming space for nourishment and healing.
Hilltop Neighborhood House
This grant awarded to Hilltop Neighborhood House from the Women’s Fund is helping to provide nutritious meals to those in need, promote food security, and foster a sense of community support and empowerment through Hilltop Mission Kitchen.
