Open Initiatives

Below is a list of Lilly Endowment initiatives open to eligible organizations that support work within one of the Endowment’s three main areas of focus: community development, religion and education and youth.

Please review the specific eligibility requirements for each initiative to determine if your organization is able to apply. For any questions, please email the distinct address coordinating with each initiative found on the last page of the Request for Proposals.

Open Initiatives

Marion County K-12 Schools Initiatives:  Through two multi-year initiatives the Endowment seeks to help eligible public and private schools in Indianapolis  (Marion County) initiate, enhance or expand compelling programs and projects that show promise to improve academic achievement and the prospects for post-secondary success.

• Marion County K-12 Public Schools Initiative Learn more
• Marion County K-12 Private Schools Initiative LEARN MORE