The mission of the funder, presumably the Community Foundation managing the Good Deeds endowments, is to support the changing needs of Wabash County citizens through unrestricted funds provided by contributions from local citizens and the Lilly Endowment, Inc. These funds are aimed at enabling a variety of charitable activities to flourish without being limited to specific causes, thus reflecting the donors' wisdom and generosity in providing adaptable support to their community.
Good Deeds Grants are designed to be small to mid-sized financial supports (up to $5,000) aimed at nonprofit organizations that strive to meet the basic needs and provide enrichment experiences for those living in Wabash County with limited resources and opportunities. These grants come from the Good Deeds endowments, a collective of unrestricted endowments funded by local citizens and the Lilly Endowment, Inc., to adaptively serve the community's evolving requirements. The grants support a broad range of charitable activities across various sectors including arts, recreation, health and human services, the environment, education, and civic and economic development. A key priority is given to initiatives that cater to basic human needs, create opportunities for disadvantaged populations, and enhance nonprofit organizations' capacity to serve these communities. Projects that make the arts accessible to underprivileged groups are particularly valued, emphasizing the belief in arts as a fundamental societal need.