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Lilly Endowment

Lilly Endowment is a private charitable foundation based in Indianapolis, founded in 1937 by members of the Lilly family, owners of the Eli Lilly pharmaceutical company. It provides grants and funding to support community development, education, religion, and leadership initiatives. Its goal is to foster well-being and strengthen communities by investing in projects that promote faith, learning, and other opportunities for personal and societal growth. As a philanthropic organization, Lilly Endowment focuses on creating lasting positive impacts through strategic giving and partnerships across various sectors.