Nonprofit spending analysis for Indiana: 85% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 4% to fundraising. Based on 470 organizations.
Among 9,997 nonprofits in Indiana, 470 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 85% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 4% to fundraising activities.
Indiana nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 85% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 470 organizations collectively manage $122.9B in revenue and $291.2B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Indiana.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Maple Center Inc | 60% | $93K |
| 2 | Gary Literacy Coalition Inc | 60% | $123K |
| 3 | Sigma Kappa Sorority | 70% | $10.1M |
| 4 | Circle K International Inc | 70% | $373K |
| 5 | Fraternity Of Delta Psi County Of New York | 70% | $280K |
| 6 | Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity | 70% | $2.6M |
| 7 | International Ticketing Association Inc | 70% | $2.0M |
| 8 | American Society Of Workers Compensation Ins Professionals Inc | 70% | $301K |
| 9 | Na Amat Usa | 70% | $8.7M |
| 10 | Zbt National Housing Inc | 70% | $1.1M |
| 11 | Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority | 70% | $2.9M |
| 12 | Watertower West Inc | 70% | $108K |
| 13 | Preachit Inc | 70% | $561K |
| 14 | Cardinal Properties Inc | 70% | $550K |
| 15 | Battleground Aero Church | 70% | $132K |
| 16 | Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation | 70% | $251K |
| 17 | Community Reinvestment Foundation Xiv Inc | 70% | $201K |
| 18 | Midwest Torah Center Corporation | 70% | $130K |
| 19 | United States Bowling Congress Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 20 | Cr Works Inc | 70% | $110K |
On average, Indiana nonprofits spend 85% on programs, 11% on administration, and 4% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 470 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Indiana, the average is 85%.
The table above ranks Indiana nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.