George and Frances Ball Foundation
Muncie, Indiana · EIN 356033917 · Private foundation
Based in Muncie, Indiana, George and Frances Ball Foundation has awarded $26.7M across 270 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Minnetrista Cultural Foundation Inc. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What George and Frances Ball Foundation funds
George and Frances Ball Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, disability services, early childhood education, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnetrista Cultural Foundation Inc OPERATIONS/ CAPITAL PROJECTS & NEW OAKHURST EXPERIENCE | Muncie, IN | $1.2M | 2018 |
| Minnetrista Cultural Foundation Inc OPERATIONS/ CAPITAL PROJECTS & CEO TRANSITION FUNDS | Muncie, IN | $1.1M | 2022 |
| Minnetrista Cultural Foundation Inc OPERATIONS/ CAPITAL PROJECTS & NEW OAKHURST EXPERIENCE | Muncie, IN | $1.1M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from George and Frances Ball Foundation
From George and Frances Ball Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.
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Frequently asked questions about George and Frances Ball Foundation
- Does George and Frances Ball Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — George and Frances Ball Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does George and Frances Ball Foundation fund?
- George and Frances Ball Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Minnetrista Cultural Foundation Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does George and Frances Ball Foundation give in grants?
- George and Frances Ball Foundation reported $5.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $26.7M over 270 grants.
- Where is George and Frances Ball Foundation located?
- George and Frances Ball Foundation is based in Muncie, Indiana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 356033917.
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