Larry J And Dinah M Bird
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial support primarily for general operational needs of various charitable entities. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing community services, including support for health charities, domestic violence shelters, food banks, and youth development organizations. The foundation serves a diverse range of causes, focusing on both local and broader initiatives that promote welfare and empowerment. It operates mainly within Indiana but also supports organizations in other states, indicating a broader philanthropic reach.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized charities or community organizations (often Indiana-based) seeking general operating or program support and able to submit a mailed written request and basic tax-exempt documentation.
Good Fit
- • Clear local or Indiana connection or footprint.
- • Requesting general operating support or modest program funding in the $2k–$25k range.
- • Willingness to apply via a written letter with a copy of the tax-exempt determination.
- • Track record as an independent nonprofit (community services, health, education, shelters, youth or sports organizations).
- • Ability to cite community impact or a memorial/honor dedication when relevant.
Geography
Grants were made to recipients in six states, showing multi-state reach, but the majority of dollars (about 63%) remained in the foundation's home state of Indiana, indicating a regional concentration.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded 24 distinct independent recipients across multiple sectors, with both new and repeat grantees observed, showing a broad recipient set for the foundation's size.
New Applicants
The foundation publishes written-request instructions with a rolling deadline and phone contact, and recent years show substantive new-recipient entry (15 new in 2023 and 10 new in 2024), which indicates unfamiliar applicants have been able to join the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
