Who We Are
The Do it Best Foundation supports not-for-profit community organizations and agencies that are committed to serving the needs of others. Our belief in serving others as we would like to be served guides us to help those who need it most. We are committed to help build the best communities to live, work, and play.
Join the Culinary Cause: Cookin’ Fort Wayne Returns!
The Do it Best Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of one of the city’s favorite food and fundraising events with the relaunch of Cookin’ Fort Wayne on May 21, 2025 on the Electric Works campus. This exciting event will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana, making a lasting impact on families in our community.
We’re inviting Fort Wayne’s chefs and culinary enthusiasts to step up to the plate and showcase their skills for a great cause. Ready to be part of this culinary tradition? Become a participating chef and help us serve up a night to remember!
Areas of Focus
In creating the Do it Best Foundation, we have identified four focus areas where we can positively impact our community:
Health & Wellness
Ensuring we have adequate resources to support the growth of healthy children and their families.
Youth Enrichment
Encouraging developmental, educational, and extracurricular activities to strengthen the minds and bodies of children and prepare them for successful futures.
The Arts
Supporting a vibrant culture displayed through creativity.
The Community
Developing stronger connections among our citizens and building a greater appreciation for what makes our neighborhoods and towns unique and worth enhancing.
Apply for a Grant
The Do it Best Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations that align with our focus areas. If you are a 501(c)(3) organization, you may apply for a grant from the Do it Best Foundation. The Foundation’s evaluation committee and board of directors reviews and approves requests for grants.
The application process is now open.
Applications will be accepted until February 14, 2025 at 5pm.
The Do it Best Foundation is more committed than ever to help build the best communities. We’ve partnered with the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne to streamline our application process and we’ve expanded our grantmaking to quarterly review to ensure we’re responding even faster to community needs all across the country. Grant deadlines for 2025 are February 14, May 23, August 29, and November 21. Grants are reviewed and applicants are notified within 30 days of the submission deadline.
Donations
Donations to the Do it Best Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, help broaden the impact we can have in our four focus areas. We thank you for supporting our ability to positively impact our community.