INDIANAPOLIS The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis is increasing its Direct Emergency Financial Assistance (DEFA) allocation, $100,000, raising the total funding for 2026 to $315,000.

THFGI says the increase is a response to rising community needs due to recent government cuts.

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That fund gives money to a number of organizations around the state to help people with last resort costs," Director of Compliance & Program Manager James Budden said. Lifestyle costs, rent, utilities, things like that, but weve gone through everything. Paying peoples $15 people need for a birth certificate.

Budden says many community partners report longer waitlists and an increase in clients requiring short-term financial help.

There are specific needs for folks who have HIV. Th

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