Empowering futures
Together, we can do so much more.
As a charitable organization of men with a collaborative approach to giving, BESTOW Corp. provides high-impact financial support for pioneering, nonprofit initiatives that change lives and improve long-term capacities in Central Indiana.
Michael Burley presents BESTOW'S 2025 primary grant of $40,000 to Brooke's Place, a children's grief support organization.
Collective commitment
Essential causes and projects await your generosity.
To donate annual high-dollar grants, amounting to a maximum of $100,000, to deserving nonprofit organizations in our community.
To empower 100 men to commit to an annual BESTOW contribution of $1,250 to realize the positive, program-changing potential of high-impact grants.
Deserving nonprofit organizations receive significant resources to fund a project, pay for operations, or provide critical capital to continue their mission.
Annual meeting
Annual donation
Current BESTOWERS
Minimum grant
How it works
The power of combined resources
For many individuals, a donation of such magnitude may surpass our financial capabilities, despite heartfelt intentions. However, by consolidating our contributions, we can enable the transformation of visionary concepts into tangible realities.
Through a collective of like-minded, philanthropic men, BESTOW makes a meaningful impact to a variety of essential service and support programs in our community.
BESTOWers
The following individuals have recognized the potential of collective giving and generously donated to BESTOW. Consider joining today so we can add your name to the list.
FAQ
Donate $1,250 prior to December 31. Each individual will receive one vote for grant recipient(s). Each additional $1,000 contribution you make gives you an additional vote. Example: $3,250 donation equals 3 votes.
Combining your contribution with other men (shared membership) to total $1,250 annually is perfectly fine. The group will receive one vote and must designate the decision-maker at the time of contribution. Only the decision-maker can attend the annual vote meeting.
Both individual and shared memberships are for one calendar year. There is no long-term commitment should you decide not to give in a particular year. Just donate the next year...all good!
A portion of your donation will be utilized to cover organization costs, including tax preparation, office supplies and annual meeting expenses. There is no individual compensation to the board or any admin staff and all unused funds reserved for expenses in a given year will be moved to the BESTOW “gifting” pot for the following year.
YES! BESTOW Corp. is recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. With this designation, your entire donation to BESTOW Corp. is recognized as a charitable donation and can be deducted on Schedule A of your tax return in the year of the donation. EIN: 93-3792968
An Immediate impact
BESTOW gets a shout out from Fox59 Morning News
Theresa Brun, the Executive Director of Brooke’s Place, joined Angela Ganote to talk about Brooke’s Place programs and the meaningful impact of BESTOW'S $40,000 grant.
Selection process
How are the grant organizations selected?
All grant requests will be considered, but primary consideration will be given to the following criteria —
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Nonprofit organization
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Located in Central Indiana
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$2 million or less in total annual revenue
Grant Finalists
The organizations below have been selected as current-year Grant Finalists and will present at the annual meeting for grant consideration from BESTOW Corp.
Brooke’s Place ($40,000)
8935 N. Meridian Street, Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Rapha Road ($5,000)
Assistance League of Indianapolis ($5,000)
1475 W. 86th St., Ste. E
Indianapolis, IN 46260-2185
Annual meeting
Each year in February or March, all members will be invited to attend an annual meeting where the grant finalists will present a short (non-video) overview of their organization and the purpose of the funding request. Member attendance is entirely optional.
At the conclusion of the presentations, the BESTOW members will be invited to vote on the organization(s) that will be awarded the grant(s) with the funds collected the prior year. All members will be provided with a summary of the grant finalists prior to the event. Members that cannot attend the meeting can cast their vote prior to the meeting. The grant finalists will be determined by a Selection Committee.
All BESTOW members are encouraged to submit the names and contact information for deserving organizations.
Contact Us
Have questions? Reach out today.
Email us with any questions you might have regarding BESTOW Corp. We'll get back to you quickly to begin the conversation.
Mailing Address
c/o Meridian Investment Advisors
10321 N. Pennsylvania Street
Indianapolis, IN 46280
I am ready to join!
Fill out the handy form below and use the message area to let us know how you plan to make your $1,250 contribution along with any other pertinent details. Checks can be mailed to the address listed or you can use the Venmo link. Alternatively, a member of the Board would be happy to pick up a check in person. Join us in making a difference today!