The Junior League of Indianapolis Trust Fund was established in 1929 to ensure the work of the first Junior League service project at James Whitcomb Riley Hospital would continue to draw financial support when the volunteer contract expired.  The Trust was created to allow interest to be given to the Occupational Therapy Department of the hospital. As the Trust grew, donations expanded beyond the hospital to include more organizations serving children with disabilities.

Over the 90+ year life of the Junior League Trust Fund, the Trust has distributed more than $550,000 to organizations serving children with mental and/or physical disabilities.

Trust Fund Grant Information

The Trust Fund grant cycle opens on January 15, 2026.   Organizations may request funding up to $5,000 for a program or project provided the request meets the eligibility requirements for this grant.

The 2026 Trust Fund grant cycle is now open. 

Click here for the 2026 JLI Trust Fund Grant Application.

Eligibility

• Funded initiatives must serve children with mental and/or physical disabilities in Marion County
• Financially sound nonprofit organization classified as 501c(3) organizations

Trust Fund Grant Schedule:

• Applications will open on January 15, 2026
• Applications will close at 11:59 pm on February 20, 2026

Trust Fund Contributions
If you would like to make a contribution to or learn more about the Junior League Trust Fund, please click here.

Thank you for your support!

See past Trust Fund Grant Recipients