RCCF Accepting Applications for the Hillenbrand Partnership with Possibility Grants

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:25 AM

By Ripley County Community Foundation, news release

Funding supports projects in Health and Safety, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Education and Trade Skills, and Environment.

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(Ripley County, Ind.) - The Ripley County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the first round of Hillenbrand Partnership with Possibility Grant applications are now being accepted. These grants are funded by Hillenbrand, a global leader in engineered industrial solutions, as part of their commitment to corporate and social responsibility.

Hillenbrand recognizes the importance of investing in communities where their employees live and work. By partnering with the Ripley County Community Foundation, they are helping to strengthen Batesville and Ripley County by supporting local organizations making a positive difference.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for Ripley County organizations to access funding for projects that align with Hillenbrand's key focus areas: Health and Safety, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Education and Trade Skills, and Environment. We are excited to see the innovative proposals that come forward and the positive impact these grants will have on our community,” said Amy Streator, Executive Director of the Ripley County Community Foundation. “This aligns perfectly with the Ripley County Community Foundation’s mission of connecting people who care with causes that matter and we are proud to partner with Hillenbrand to support deserving organizations and contribute to a brighter future for Ripley County.”

Calling All Ripley County Changemakers!

The Ripley County Community Foundation encourages organizations with missions aligned with Hillenbrand’s focus areas of Health & Safety, Education & Workforce Development, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility to apply. Applications for the first cycle are due May 2 and are available at the Ripley County Community Foundation’s website https://rccfonline.org/grants/.

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