Continuously serving Kosciusko County since 1854
SOUTH BEND — Everwise Foundation announced $61,120 in grants to 15 organizations across Indianapolis, Michiana, Elkhart and Fort Wayne, including seven organizations in Michiana.
Affiliated with Everwise Credit Union, the state’s largest credit union, the Everwise Foundation focuses on endeavors that support lifelong learning, including financial education, mentoring, scholarships and education programs, according to a news release from Everise.
“True stewardship isn’t just about giving back. It’s about actively fueling progress in our communities,” said Jennifer Stansberry, executive director of the Everwise Foundation. "We're honored to support the educational, cultural and financial literacy programs that create long-term opportunities for Hoosiers.”
The following local Michiana organizations are receiving grants this quarter from the Everwise Foundation:
• E3 Robotics: $7,120 to provide innovative K-12 STEM and robotics programming for students across the Michiana community.
• Combined Community Services: $2,500 to remove barriers for low-income or in-crisis residents of Kosciusko County by offering programs that educate and support clients and equip them to achieve a higher quality of life.
The Everwise Foundation awards grants quarterly based on requests for funding. Requests for fourth quarter funding should be submitted by Dec. 1 to be considered in the quarter. Interested organizations can submit future requests for funding here.
In 2025, the Everwise Foundation awarded more than $225,000 to 66 organizations across Indiana.
Learn more at everwisecu.com/about/community/everwise-foundation.
