Heritage Fund aims to improve the quality of life for the people of Bartholomew County by funding community-wide initiatives, programs, and organizational needs. With an emphasis on driving change and promoting philanthropic solutions, their grant making focuses on addressing the most pressing community needs today to benefit the future. They value diversity, equity, and inclusion, seeing them as strengths that ensure a stronger, healthier community.
The AEI Youth Sports Fund aims to support children and teenagers up to 18 years old in overcoming financial obstacles that prevent them from engaging in sports and fitness activities. It offers grants that can be used for a wide range of purposes including, but not limited to, sports lessons, clinics, travel, equipment, program fees, and dues. The grant program is open to youth, parents, clubs, teams, and others who support the athletic and fitness participation of young people in Bartholomew and neighboring counties, with grant decisions being made based on the applicants' financial needs.