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Supporting Our Community through Action
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Central Indiana is a community offering unsurpassed and diverse opportunities. At the same time, we are also a community with pressing social, educational, health, and cultural needs. Now in its fourth year, the Sophisticated Giving Charity Register features many of the dynamic non-profit organizations that strengthen and sustain our community. In this publication, you will find a selection of the organizations that support the arts, feed the hungry, house the homeless, educate our children, and more. Effective charities make their greatest contributions through their actions, providing our neighbors the ongoing help and resources they need. Central Indiana is our home, and we need look no further to find worthwhile charitable organizations which can transform our resources into action, and change lives for the better. Through partnership with Sophisticated Living and its Sophisticated Giving Charity Register, The National Bank of Indianapolis hopes to inspire you to give back to the community through your support of our local non-profit organizations. In creating awareness of these critical non-profit organizations, The National Bank of Indianapolis upholds its dedication to providing superior service to, and support of, the Greater Indianapolis community, as it envisioned with its founding in 1993.
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Please allow me to introduce myself: I am Jennifer Simon, proud daughter of Herb Simon. Along with my brothers, Stephen and Asher, and my sisters, Sarah and Rachel, we are the directors of the Herbert Simon Family Foundation. The Herbert Simon Family Foundation is a private family operating foundation that was established in 1999. In 2011, the Foundation expanded the board to include the five of us—the family’s second generation—and we then quickly engaged the philanthropic services of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF), which include strategic charitable advising and grant-making counsel. As we developed in our new roles, it was critical to my siblings and me to continue the legacy of giving back that our dad has modeled for decades. He has taught us many lessons over the years, but the one thing that has been paramount to him has been giving back to Indianapolis and the state of Indiana, because our home city and state have given us so much. When our dad and Uncle Mel bought the Indiana Pacers in 1983, it was a dream come true for them. Yet, their bigger motivation, more than being NBA owners, was and has always been keeping the team here in Indianapolis, because of how much this city means to our family. We, as the second generation of the Herb Simon family, want to continue that tradition of giving back and creating opportunities for those in great need. We plan to hone our efforts to focus most on the initiatives and needs that are sometimes overlooked by larger organizations in the world of philanthropy. Together, we are committed to promoting social justice in areas of: arts and culture, basic needs, education, environment, animal welfare and healthy living. We pledge to continue our commitment to serving and supporting you—our fellow Hoosiers—just as you have supported us over the years. We look forward to your input and suggestions as we strive to make the place we call home better in any way we can. From our family to yours, we wish you a meaningful and peaceful 2018.
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500 FESTIVAL Who we are: The 500 Festival is a non-profit organization. Our mission is to produce life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and foster a positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana. The 500 Festival Foundation is a fully-charitable 501(c)3 organization dedicated to supporting the 500 Festival’s mission to enrich lives, positively impact the community, and celebrate the Indy 500. The Foundation has a specific interest in the advancement of the 500 Festival’s youth initiatives. From college scholarships for Indiana’s brightest college leaders to a free youth program to combat Indiana’s childhood obesity–the 500 Festival Foundation’s investments help enhance the education of Indiana’s youth and provide a calendar of community activities that invite the participation of all Hoosiers and showcase Indianapolis on a global stage.
and OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, connect the community and showcase our city on a world stage. Our youth-focused programs—the 500 Festival KidsFit Program; 500 Festival and Indianapolis 500 Education Program, presented by Indiana University Health; and the 500 Festival Princess Program—enable our organization to invest in the education and health of Indiana’s youth, from elementary school through college. How you can help: We’re on a mission to improve the lives of Hoosiers by investing in Indiana’s youth, improving the health & fitness of our state and providing meaningful community celebrations that are accessible to everyone. We can’t do it without you! You can contribute financially by donating to the 500 Festival Foundation (500festival. com/500-festival-foundation/) or by becoming a sponsor or 500 Festival Corporate Member. You can join in the fun by registering for the OneAmerica 500 Festival MiniMarathon and purchase tickets to attend the IPL 500 Festival Parade, two of our largest annual fundraisers.
What we do: The 500 Festival delivers community spirit, volunteerism, participation, inclusion, entertainment, social connection, business networking and health initiatives. Our wide variety of cultural, educational and social events and programs are not only fun, they also enrich the lives of Hoosiers.
500 Festival 21 Virginia Ave., Ste. 500 Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.927.3378 500festival.com Facebook: @500fest Twitter: @500Festival Instagram: @500Festival
Why we’re important: 500 Festival events and programs are mostly free and produced largely by volunteers. They enhance the image of Indianapolis by showcasing the city’s cultural, educational and social benefits to the world. What started as a movement by civic leaders to connect the community to the significance of the Indianapolis 500 has led to new traditions and $400 million in added economic impact that further enhances all of the benefits that come from being the home of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Bob Bryant, President & CEO, 500 Festival, bbryant@500festival.com Rob Hillman, Chairman of the Board, 500 Festival Board of Directors
How we affect the community: The 500 Festival touches more than 500,000 people annually in meaningful ways. Our signature events, including the IPL 500 Festival Parade
Al Wurster, Chairman, 500 Festival Foundation Board of Trustees
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ABBIE HUNT BRYCE HOME Who we are: Imagine you were dying—and no one seemed to care? That’s the depressing problem we solve every day! Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, operated by the local nonprofit Morning Light, provides free living arrangements, including food and shelter, for hospice patients who have no appropriate place to live or who are homeless. We also provide living space for our neighbors who need a suitable home situation so they can receive proper home care. The Home honors Abbie Hunt Bryce, the founder of the local Visiting Nurse Service who lived as a tireless champion of services to assist the poor. Traditionally, we have relied on donations and legacy gifts to support this compassionate mission.
the Home is not solely affiliated with a large health care system or religious organization. This allows the Home to focus on those with limited means and to simultaneously work with several hospice and medical providers on individual plans of care. Since traditionally there has been no dedicated patient funding stream, donations to the Home have immediate impact and directly support quality of life for terminally ill patients. How you can help: Many Abbie Hunt Bryce Home supporters choose to join the Commitment Circle At The Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, for individual donors who annually contribute $1,000 or more. That amount represents one day’s worth of operating costs. Hundreds of supporters flock to the annual Beach Ball, a summer party held in early March, and to Rolling For Hope, an afternoon bowling escape/fundraiser held in mid-August. Details are available at morninglightinc.org, where one can also make an online donation. Many opt for monthly payments, which allow for larger gifts. Many groups collect items from the Abbie Hunt Bryce Home “Wish List” to support a resident’s stay. This can include blankets, sheets, heavy towels, socks, sweatpants, Kleenex, paper towels, liquid soap and nonperishable foods. Again, the complete list can be found at morninglightinc.org. We welcome your visit and are always looking for volunteers to provide companionship, staff support, and to cook a meal or two. Please call 317.860.0484 or drop by during the week at 4760 Pennwood Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46205. The Abbie Hunt Bryce Home is a program of Morning Light, a non-profit that also operates Pennwood Place, a senior housing complex. For more information call 317.218.7554, ext. 101 or visit morninglightinc.org.
What we do: Abbie Hunt Bryce Home and its staff become a resident’s “family” and support system for hospice patients and others who have no appropriate place to live or to receive care. Residents have limited financial means but thanks to the Home they have their own room, meals and round-the-clock comfort. All this is provided free of charge, thanks to community support. Most residents are enrolled in a certified hospice program, meaning that they have six months or less to live. In recent years, the Home began housing homeless patients recovering from surgery. We accept referrals from hospitals, charitable organizations, physicians, hospice programs, faith-based organizations, and self or family members. Why we’re important: More than a decade ago, dedicated nurses and physicians found out that many homeless people were not able to die in dignity and receive proper care simply because they had no place to live! That’s how the Abbie Hunt Bryce Home was created, serving more than 500 Hoosiers since its 2004 opening. This residence is a home in every sense of the word: from individual apartments; to home cooked meals; to common living rooms; to the backyard Rotary Club of Indianapolis Memorial Garden, which contains bricks with the names of those who have lived their final hours here. Many families visit and search for the names of their loved one, connecting to the peacefulness of the Home’s setting. There is no charge for hospice patients to live at the Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, for those who qualify through their terminal diagnosis and lack of adequate living arrangements.
Abbie Hunt Bryce Home 4760 Pennwood Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46205 317.860.0484 morninglightinc.org Tom Fodor, Morning Light Executive Director and CEO, 317.218.7554 ext. 101, tfodor@morninglightinc.org
How we affect the community: Abbie Hunt Bryce Home’s unique role in both homeless and hospice care is much appreciated by the medical community. That’s why
Penny Davis, Provider Relations Specialist, 317.989.6164, pdavis@morninglightinc.org
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AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION IN INDIANA Who we are: The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy. Our work is focused on five strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to improve the air we breathe; to reduce the burden of lung disease on individuals and their families; to eliminate tobacco use and tobacco-related diseases; and to accelerate fundraising and enhance organizational effectiveness to support the urgency of our mission. Whether it's searching for cures to lung diseases, keeping kids off tobacco or fighting for laws that protect the air we all breathe, the work of the American Lung Association helps to save lives every day.
Through our Lung Force initiative, we strive to unite men and women together with their loved ones to stand together for lung health and against lung cancer. Lung cancer is the #1 cancer killer of both men and women in the U.S., and every seven-and-a-half minutes a woman learns she has lung cancer, yet only 2% of women cited lung cancer as a cancer that is top of mind for them. In Indianapolis, the American Lung Association hosts the Lung Force Luncheon and Yoga Event to raise research funding and awareness to defeat lung cancer. We also host the Lung Force Expo every fall, which educates our local lung health professionals as well as lung disease patients and their caregivers. It is our goal to educate everyone on their risks; this involves our tobacco control policy change efforts, Freedom From Smoking classes and Lung Force programs. Other events allow for individuals, families, companies and friends to honor or memorialize a loved one affected by lung disease, tackle a personal challenge and show support for our mission.
What we do: Locally, the American Lung Association hosts special events in the Indianapolis community, offers programs and education for healthcare providers, patients and caregivers, teaches Freedom From Smoking courses and advocates for healthy, smoke-free air for Hoosiers to breathe. The Evening of Promise Gala, Fight For Air Climb, and Lung Force initiative allow all segments of our community to engage with our organization, promote healthy lungs and healthy air, and fundraise for the mission.
How you can help: There is no shortage of ways to become involved with our mission. Participate in the Fight For Air Climb as a climber or volunteer, purchase a table at the Evening of Promise Gala, support our Lung Force Expo and Luncheon, join our Advocacy Committee or make a donation that will save lives.
Why we’re important: For more than 110 years, the American Lung Association has led the fight for healthy lungs and healthy air. Formed as the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis, we were the first voluntary health organization in America. We later became the American Lung Association and continued the fight, targeting other threats to lung health. In Indiana, 90 cents of every dollar raised by the American Lung Association supports the mission work. At the American Lung Association we never take breathing for granted, because millions of Americans fight for each and every breath.
American Lung Association in Indiana 115 W. Washington St., Ste. 1180-S Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.819.1181 Lung.org Facebook: @LungIndiana Twitter: @LungIndiana Instagram: @LungIndiana
How we affect the community: All the work we do here in Indiana is to help Hoosiers to breathe a little easier. Through our mission, advocacy and fundraising, we are able to offer programs and events for our community year-round.
Tanya Husain, Executive Director, 317.819.1181, Tanya.Husain@Lung.org
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This listing is in memory of Carolyn Cohen, who valiantly fought lung cancer.
ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE
Who we are: The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) was founded in 1913 to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all.
per year. ADL training is mandated for all new agents in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Additionally, 100% of major metropolitan police departments in the United States have been represented by participants at ADL training on extremism and terrorist threats.
What we do: Today, ADL is the world’s leading organization combating anti-Semitism and all forms of discrimination, exposing hate groups, training law enforcement on hate crimes and extremism, developing implicit bias curricula for students and educators, and countering cyber-hate and bullying. ADL completes it work through a network of 26 regional and satellite offices in the United States and through an office in Israel.
ADL drafted the hate crimes legislation that served as the model for 45 states’ hate crime laws. We also stand as a check against extremism, constantly adapting to our ever-changing world, as evidenced by our social media work with Facebook, Twitter and Google to combat discrimination online.
Why we’re important: ADL matters now more than ever. Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia and racism are sharply on the rise. White supremacists are wantonly recruiting on college campuses. Civil discourse and informed debate are seemingly at all-time lows. And perhaps most alarmingly, hate is seeping down to the junior high and high school levels. This cannot stand.
How you can help: Suggest schools or community organizations at which ADL can conduct trainings. Engage ADL to conduct A Workplace of Difference trainings in your place of employment. Stay informed by following us on Facebook and Twitter. Subscribe to the national ADL blog at blog.adl.org. Make a gift at chicago. adl.org/donate.
How we affect the community: ADL’s A World of Difference Institute provides more than 1.5 million students, educators, administrators and parents with award-winning anti-bias and bullying prevention training programs every year.
Anti-Defamation League 120 S. LaSalle St. Chicago, IL 60603 312.533.3939 chicago.adl.org Facebook: @ADLMidwest Twitter: @ADLMidwest
ADL is the leading non-government trainer of law enforcement in the entire country, reaching 15,000 officers
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ASCENT 121 Who we are: Ascent 121 provides long-term trauma recovery for Indiana teen survivors of sex trafficking. Most of our clients are teenage girls, although we do see some boys and kids as young as 10 or 11. Our agency has facilities on the near-east and near-west sides of Indianapolis.
Why we’re important: Recovery from sex trafficking requires highly specialized care. There are very few agencies in Indiana that provide ser vices designed specifically for this population and who are dedicated to their long-term recovery.
What we do: Most people find it hard to believe that sex trafficking of teenagers could happen right here in our community. The reality is that it happens here every day. Each year, Ascent 121 serves over a hundred local survivors and their families. Most kids are sold online through ads on sites like Backpage.com. Who buys sex from a teenager? National statistics say the most common buyers are middle-aged, white-collar professional, married men. Traffickers prey on the vulnerability of kids. More often than not, our local kids are being exploited by someone they love or someone they trust. Coercion is the usual tactic. What does that look like? Coercion looks like granny selling the kids to pay the rent. Coercion looks like Uncle Jimmy selling the kids to support a drug habit. Coercion looks like a vulnerable teen runaway drawn into a relationship with an older boyfriend who exploits her. Law enforcement recovers the kids and places them with our agency. Depending on their circumstances, they will receive clinical care either at home or in a residential facility. Most kids spend between six and 12 months with us during their initial intensive treatment. Clinical treatment includes medical care, counseling, group and family therapy, addiction recovery, equine therapy, art therapy, health and wellness. Following that, our therapists stay on to support the kids and their families for as long as they need it, sometimes for several years. Once a client has returned to the community, she can choose to participate in Ascent 121 Aftercare. This program provides weekly support that keeps the kids connected to us and to one another. Aftercare includes life skill development, health and wellness, art therapy and Bible study. These components all work together to support a survivor as she works toward independent living.
How we affect the community: There is no area in Indiana that is immune to the issue of trafficking. Beyond clinical services, Ascent 121 offers awareness training and events that help our community better understand the issue of sex trafficking. We speak to businesses, churches, community organizations and schools so that parents and teens recognize the risk factors when they see them. We also provide training for service providers, law enforcement, health care providers and other professionals in the community that serve youth. How you can help: By joining our volunteer team you can help Ascent 121 get further faster. Our volunteers staff events that raise awareness, help with office work and coordinate service days. On our website there are service projects designed for individuals, families or groups. You can download step-by-step instructions for ways to help our staff or the kids we serve. Our greatest need is financial contributions. Ascent 121 is funded by a combination of billable services and charitable giving. The more we are able to raise, the more kids we can serve. Would you join us? Visit our website to register as a volunteer, to receive our email updates and to make charitable contributions. Gifts may be made by credit card at Ascent121.org or by check to our mailing address. Ascent 121 PO Box 1143 Carmel, IN 46082 317.759.0067 Ascent121.org Facebook: @Ascent121 Twitter: @AscentOne21 Megan McGuire, CEO, megan.mcguire@ascent121.org
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Transforming Lives • Strengthening Community
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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF INDIANAPOLIS Who we are: Assistance League of Indianapolis is a nonprofit, all member volunteer, non-political, non-sectarian organization committed to serving the needs of children and adults through ongoing philanthropic programs developed and managed by its 200-plus members.
How we affect the community: Assistance League of Indianapolis is a recognized leader in supplying services to the underserved in our area. Our accomplishments are done with the efforts of member volunteers, as there are no paid staff or salaried employees. In fiscal year 2016-2017, the members of Assistance League logged over 28,076 charitable hours. Assistance League of Indianapolis serves a large area, ranging from our major city to quiet suburbs. The success and growth of our philanthropic programs is based on 33 years of experience identifying and assessing needs and designing programs that deliver solutions effectively. Following our strategic plan, the organization continually researches, studies, and implements programs that address the emotional, physical, and economic needs of underserved families, regardless of ethnicity or creed. Since 1984, our philanthropic programs have provided… • More than 55,000 underserved students receiving new clothing and supplies and 42,204 receiving new footwear through Operation School Bell. In addition, 68 elementary schools are given extra school clothing, socks and underwear to be distributed by social workers. • More than 13,427 Assault Survivor Kits and 16,826 undergarments delivered to 24 agencies. • 20,768 teddy bears to give a smile and comfort. • 632 older adults enjoyment of playing bingo and the gift of friendship.
What we do: Operation School Bell offers new clothing, footwear and supplies to more than 8,000 students each year who live in poverty, helping them to arrive at school ready to learn. There are three divisions of the program: Clothing, Shoes, and Beyond the Bell. We serve students in kindergarten through 6th grade from the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) and the Metropolitan School Districts (MSD) of Lawrence, Washington, Pike, Warren and Wayne Townships. Assault Survivor Kits give nurses, doctors, and counselors who treat victims of assault, both adults and children, a way to restore a sense of dignity and hope by providing a change of clothing that can be worn home from the hospital. ALI Bears offer comfort to many traumatized, ill and grieving adults, teens and children. ALI Friends offer companionship and caring for older and disabled adults. Why we are important: Families of the children who are served by Operation School Bell report that the money they save as a result of clothing supplied to their children allows them to pay for essentials such as housing, food and utilities. In a retail store setting, the students select new school clothes, underwear, socks, a coat, a winter hat and glove set, a belt, hygiene supplies, two new books and a duffel bag in which to carry home their new wardrobe. The attire provided to students is often the first new clothing and hygiene items they have ever owned. We know that new shoes are important when we see the ill-fitting and worn shoes we are replacing. Many assault victims must surrender their clothes for evidence of a crime. Our Assault Survivor Kits supply new, warm garments to victims so they have more than a hospital gown or scrubs to wear home. Our kits provide a change of clothing for victims of domestic abuse who may have left their situation with only the clothes they were wearing. There are children and adults in area hospitals, hospices and family service centers who need something to fill their empty arms during times of grief and trauma. ALI Bears offer that comfort. ALI Friends program brightens the lives of people in health care facilities and adult day care centers. Celebrations for special occasions are offered to guests and residents who choose to participate, enjoying games, arts and crafts, music and healthy treats.
How you can help: Become a member. Interested individuals, corporations, and foundations can provide support with monetary and in-kind donations, and grant awards directly to Assistance League of Indianapolis. You may also attend and/or donate to our fundraising events. These opportunities include the Spring Fling in April and the Holiday Luncheon in early December. We are proud that 90% of every dollar we spend directly benefits the individuals we serve. Assistance League of Indianapolis 1475 W. 86th St., Ste. E Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.872.1010 Fax: 317.872.1542 alindy.org Facebook: @assistanceleagueofindianapolis Twitter: @ALofIndy Rosy Crowley, President, President@ALindy.org Elly Johnston, President-Elect, PresidentE@ALindy.org
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BREBEUF JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Who we are: Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School is a Catholic and Jesuit high school in Indianapolis that provides an excellent college preparatory education for a lifetime of service by forming student leaders into Men and Women for Others.
Detroit, Chicago and South Dakota. In addition to Brebeuf ’s service program, charity drives are held each month where the community comes together and collects items to be donated to those in need. For example, in January 2018, Brebeuf Jesuit collected hats, gloves and coats for the Catholic Charities Crisis Office in downtown Indianapolis. In February, the Brebeuf Jesuit community kicked off its annual Food Drive to benefit St. Vincent de Paul. For the past three years, Brebeuf has donated over 24,000 cans of food annually. Brebeuf Jesuit also works with adults and alumni in the community through spiritual outreach and formation programs. Lastly, Brebeuf Jesuit holds community events where the community is invited to hear from speakers and authors regarding vital and engaging cultural and diversity issues. Brebeuf Jesuit is proud to be a member of such a strong and passionate community; Brebeuf ’s history and activism demonstrate the community’s commitment to helping in any way we can to assist in the growth of our citizens and the greater Indianapolis population.
What we do: Brebeuf Jesuit educates young men and women through the assistance of a caring faculty to become intellectually competent, open to growth, loving, religious and committed to promoting justice—the five hallmarks of Jesuit education. Brebeuf Jesuit’s education of the whole person allows students to engage in co-curricular activities such as community service and athletics that help them develop and gain confidence in their leadership skills while cultivating the fullness of their God-given talents. Why we’re important: Brebeuf Jesuit is a transformative and welcoming Catholic and Jesuit school that provides students a well-rounded education for the future. The Brebeuf community embraces the fullness and diversity of every individual, and the entire community fosters a culture of understanding by seeking and welcoming students from diverse religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Approximately 50% of Brebeuf Jesuit’s students are nonCatholic and ascribe to a variety of faith traditions, including denominations of Protestantism, Judaism, Hinduism and Islam. In addition to the importance of maintaining a caring and diverse community, Brebeuf Jesuit delivers a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum to its students. Brebeuf Jesuit offers 15 honors, 21 AP and four college-accredited courses. With over 50 co-curricular activities and 29 athletic teams, Brebeuf Jesuit allows students to not only earn an excellent education, but also encourages them to explore and engage in the world around them.
How you can help: Brebeuf Jesuit is blessed to have a generous society of donors to fund the school’s financial aid program and many other student enrichment opportunities through The Brebeuf Fund, Brebeuf Jesuit’s annual giving program. Donations to the Brebeuf Fund allow the continuation of Brebeuf ’s tradition of academic excellence and the ability to recruit and retain the most qualified students—regardless of their financial circumstance. To achieve this standard and ensure a Jesuit education remains achievable to all deserving students, external support is of critical importance. Help can also be provided via planned giving opportunities and hosted events that individuals attend which directly support these efforts. Brebeuf ’s largest fundraising event, Brebeuf Bistro, is one such event that includes live and silent auctions where attendees can have an enjoyable evening of fun and fellowship while giving back. For more information on supporting Brebeuf, please contact the Office of Annual Giving at 317.524.7046.
How we affect the community: In an effort to develop the students at Brebeuf Jesuit into leaders, community service plays a vital role in our school’s daily life. As part of the education of the whole person, service allows students to learn about different cultures and reflect on the diversity of human experience through direct interactions with a variety of populations. Community service starts early, as freshmen participate in Freshman Service Days. Besides volunteering locally, students also have the chance to go on cultural immersion trips to El Salvador, New Orleans,
Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School 2801 W. 86th St. Indianapolis, IN 46268 317.524.7050 brebeuf.org Facebook: @brebeufjesuitpreparatoryschool Twitter: @BrebeufJesuit
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CANDLES HOLOCAUST MUSEUM Who we are: Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1995 by Holocaust survivor Eva Kor. Our mission is to shine a light on the story of the Holocaust and Eva Kor to illuminate the world with hope, healing, respect and responsibility.
embedded in Eva’s story have great impact on groups and individuals, because they teach a life-changing fact: every single person has the power to heal and the human right to be free. Her message has touched the lives of victims of abuse and neglect, as well as those who struggle with depression and thoughts of suicide. She helps children who have been bullied or feel out of place in their world. She gives courage to those who face grave illness. For the past 39 years, she has been sharing her story with victims, students, teachers, medical professionals, senators, administrators, historians, university groups, graduating classes and civic groups, both nationally and internationally.
What we do: As a Holocaust museum, we provide a safe space for difficult conversations on topics such as refugees, human rights, social justice, freedom, inclusion and racism. Candles offers exhibits, educational workshops and public programs to address relevant issues in our world today. We educate people in our community and around the world through the first-hand accounts and experiences of Holocaust survivors, both in the museum and through programs such as our annual trip to Auschwitz.
How you can help: Candles is embarking on many projects to ensure that the museum's mission and Eva Kor's legacy continue to help educate and heal people and communities for many years to come. One such initiative is New Dimensions in Testimony, an innovative project to preserve and share Holocaust survivor testimony using 3D interactive imaging. Another is the award-winning “Be the Change” film and speaker series, which brings Holocaust survivors and human rights leaders to central Indiana to share their stories. Candles also offers scholarships to educators and students who wish to participate in our annual trip to Auschwitz. You can help by supporting programs like these through individual and corporate donations or by becoming a partner organization. We always welcome volunteers to assist with programs, events and museum projects.
Why we're important: Candles is the only Holocaust museum in Indiana and the only Holocaust museum in the world dedicated to the Mengele twins. Originally devoted to finding surviving Mengele twins around the world, Candles has grown into a worldwide movement that seeks to preserve survivor testimony for future generations, foster conversation about important local and global topics, and engage students in the museum’s mission. Candles is also a unique organization, because not only do we bear witness to what happens when we remain silent to atrocities, but we also empower people to heal themselves and their communities through the lessons of the Holocaust and the life of Eva Kor. How we affect the community: While the Holocaust is an increasingly distant historical event, its lessons have crucial relevance in our community today, such as: understanding the consequences of discrimination; learning the importance of standing up for those groups who cannot speak for themselves; appreciating that diversity in our community is a strength, not a liability; understanding that by learning about one another, we reduce the risk of dehumanization, alienation and violence; and recognizing that our democratic institutions will languish without active participation by informed citizens. In addition to those lessons, we teach self-healing, self-liberation and self-empowerment through Eva’s life lessons, as a path to creating positive change in our communities. The lessons
Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center 1532 South Third St. Terre Haute, IN 47802 812.234.7881 candlesholocaustmuseum.org Facebook: @candlesmuseum Twitter: @candlesmuseum Instagram: @candlesmuseum Dorothy Chambers, Candles executive director, 812.234.7881, dorothy@candlesholocaustmuseum.org Jessica McDonald, Candles communications coordinator, 812.234.7881, jessica@candlesholocaustmuseum.org
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THE CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL Who we are: The Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF) is a volunteer organization working to educate and create an understanding and appreciation for the value of art in the home, the school, the community and the world.
Arts and Design District. Proceeds from the CIAF fund scholarships and awards for local student artists who have the opportunity to enter their work in a juried art exhibit at a local art gallery.
What we do: The CIAF sponsors an annual festival where art in all forms is exhibited for the public to enjoy, purchase and learn about. The festival features approximately 135 artists who exhibit and educate patrons on all facets of their work. Local theater companies, symphonies, Heartland Film Festival, along with other vocal and performing artists, are offered the opportunity to share their art with the community. The festival’s main stage features music and dance performances by international groups representing diverse cultural traditions from around the world. Food vendors are chosen to educate the public on the offerings of local ethnic restaurants, cooking styles, and ingredients of international cuisine. To reinforce the mission of education in the arts, the festival juries an exhibition of works from students at Carmel and University High Schools. The festival creates opportunities for teachers to educate students in preparing their work to exhibit. Professional artists from Indiana art schools judge the students’ work and award scholarships.
How we affect the community: Art education is the mission of the Carmel International Arts Festival. The festival offers a component of education in the arts for all ages, teaching the language of arts, providing knowledge of art production, affording assistance in helping understand arts in civilizations and the role art has played both past and present. The CIAF provides the opportunity for the citizens of Indiana to investigate new facets of the arts and humanities in their lives, and to begin a lifelong pursuit of the arts. Art encourages creativity and innovation in all aspects of life. How you can help: The CIAF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your tax-deductible donations will help to further our mission to educate the community in the arts. With additional funding, the CIAF can increase scholarships and awards to include culinary, performing and visual arts. The Carmel International Arts Festival PO Box 778 Carmel, IN 46082 www.carmelartsfestival.org Facebook: @CARMELIntlArtsFestival
Why we’re important: The arts embody the lives of all residents of Indiana, throughout the United States, and globally, by evoking the creative process. The festival presents the community with an opportunity to experience visual, performing and culinary arts in a fun, friendly and free-to-the-public atmosphere in the Carmel
J. Dawn Fraley, President
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CAROLINE SYMMES CANCER ENDOWMENT Who we are: The Caroline Symmes Cancer Endowment raises funds exclusively for Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health. The endowment is named after Caroline Symmes, who was just three years old when she was diagnosed with Wilms Tumor Disease, the most curable type of kidney cancer in both children and adults, with a 90% survival rate. Caroline had one of the most aggressive tumors oncologists had ever seen, and due to a lack of funding, there was little research available on her type of tumor. During her 18-month battle with cancer, Caroline never cried or complained. With an old soul and a big smile, she simply lived her life to the fullest. At age five, Caroline passed away, not because of a lack of technology, but due to the simple lack of research. The Caroline Symmes Endowment for Pediatric Cancer Research at Riley Hospital for Children is the gift she leaves behind so that every child can just live.
affecting children up to five years old; rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancerous tumor of the muscles that are attached to the bones; and Wilms tumor, a rare kidney cancer that primarily affects children under the age of five. Why we’re important: A child is diagnosed with cancer every hour in the United States. Worldwide, more than 160,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year. 60% of pediatric cancer survivors develop a chronic health condition due to the harsh treatments. The causes of most childhood cancers remain unknown and are, at present, unpreventable. Simply put, there just isn’t enough funding for pediatric cancer research. Because of this, diagnosed children are going without much-needed treatments not for a lack of technology, but for the lack of research and understanding around the cancers themselves. How we affect the community: There’s no better avenue for pediatric cancer research than Riley Hospital for Children. Every year, more than 300,000 children from all of Indiana’s 92 counties become Riley patients. That means almost everyone in Indiana knows a Riley family. The doctors and researchers at Riley have the passion to heal our children. They have the science to find answers. They just need the funding to make it happen. That’s where we need you.
What we do: The Caroline Symmes Cancer Endowment mission is to raise funds to create a Pediatric Non-Central Nervous System (Non-CNS) Solid Tumor Program at Riley. Our startup goal is $8 million. Reaching this goal would ensure rapid return on investments, as this will be the only program of its kind in the world that includes both clinical care and pediatric research to find new, lifesaving treatments for children battling high-risk tumors. Since 2011, we’ve raised $2.2 million, getting us closer to this goal. There’s still a long way to go, however, in funding this program. The Pediatric Non-CNS Solid Tumor Program will include two related research strategies—individualized profiling in which our team of researchers will use gene profiling to identify biomarkers that predict which therapies will be most effective for each child, and new cancer therapy work that involves developing new drugs to fight childhood cancers that are resistant to other therapies and moving them rapidly into the clinic to help children. The scientists on our team will focus on childhood cancers known as Non-CNS Solid Tumors, which include but are not limited to: Ewing’s Sarcoma, a malignant tumor that grows in bones or soft tissue near bones; neuroblastoma, a cancerous tumor that develops from nerve tissue; osteosarcoma, the most common type of bone cancer, often affecting teens; retinoblastoma, a cancerous tumor that grows in the retina,
How you can help: Gifts of every size are needed to recruit visionary scientists, launch research projects and fund infrastructure such as imaging technology and a biospecimen bank. In the current economic climate of eroding federal research funds, donor support for the fight against childhood cancer is more critical than ever. Thank you for your interest in supporting this effort to save children’s lives. Caroline Symmes Cancer Endowment 12441 Creekwood Lane Carmel, IN 46032 carolinesymmes.org melizabethsymmes@gmail.com Facebook: @CSCERiley Elizabeth Symmes, 317.809.8534 David Symmes, 317.590.4680
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THE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Who we are: The Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit organization responsible for the operation and programming of a multidisciplinary performing arts campus in Carmel, Indiana. The facilities include the Palladium, a state-of-the-art 1,600-seat concert hall; the Tarkington, a 500-seat proscenium theater; and the Studio Theater, a versatile black box with a seated capacity of 200. The Center presents scores of events each year and provides space and support services for six resident companies: Actors Theatre of Indiana, Carmel Symphony Orchestra, Central Indiana Dance Ensemble, Civic Theatre, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, and Indiana Wind Symphony. The Center is permanently affiliated and collaborates extensively with the Great American Songbook Foundation, a distinct non-profit organization that has offices and an exhibit gallery in the Palladium. The Foundation works to advance the legacy of classic music from the worlds of jazz, pop, Broadway and Hollywood.
Why we’re important: In an era of pervasive digital media and declining resources for arts education, the Center provides a welcoming environment where the public can engage in real time with live performing arts experiences. We bring the world to Central Indiana in ways that build community, inspire creativity, and ultimately enrich and transform lives. How we affect the community: Along with providing a unifying experience of beauty and entertainment for local residents, the Center serves as an anchor for an arts-based economic development strategy that has helped to lift the Carmel community to the top of numerous national quality-of-life rankings. How you can help: Join us today as a partner, and your investment will underwrite community engagement with the arts through a tax-deductible individual donation, corporate sponsorship, foundation grant or planned gift, each with customizable recognition and benefits. And mark your calendar for our 2018 Songbook Celebration gala on September 15. Learn more at TheCenterPresents.org/Support or call 317.819.3520.
What we do: The mission of the Center for the Performing Arts is to welcome, engage, inspire and transform through compelling performing arts experiences in a world-class environment. Since opening in 2011, the Center has been a leader in the Central Indiana arts community, hosting more than 1,800 performances and welcoming more than 840,000 patrons representing all 92 Indiana counties, all 50 states and 24 nations. Each season of Center Presents events features top performers in classical, jazz, pop, rock, country, Great American Songbook, and international music and dance. The Center also offers a robust menu of educational and outreach programming for patrons of all ages, including the Peanut Butter & Jam interactive performance series for preschoolers and their families, educational videoconferences for schools around the state, and budget-friendly experiential opportunities such as our popular vocal, ukulele, standup comedy, and Dance Discovery classes.
The Center for the Performing Arts 1 Center Green Carmel, IN 46032 317.660.3373 (Main Office) 317.843.3800 (Box Office) TheCenterPresents.org Email: info@TheCenterPresents.org Facebook: @TheCenterforthePerformingArts Twitter: @CarmelPalladium Jeffrey C. McDermott, President/CEO
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CENTRAL INDIANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Who we are: Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) is a catalyst for progress, and a supporter of visionary ideas with the power to improve our community and the lives of its residents. Our mission is to inspire, support and practice philanthropy, leadership and service in our community.
How we affect the community: As the steward of nearly $800 million in charitable assets, we connect donors with causes they care about, serving as a catalyst for community change. We also make smart, strategic investments in Central Indiana by granting funds to the area’s most effective not-for-profits. In addition to our work with philanthropists and notfor-profits, we lead three community leadership initiatives designed to lift families out of poverty, help kids succeed in college, and create inspiring, beautiful public spaces. Through these initiatives, CICF is actively involved in making Central Indiana a place where art, nature and beauty are accessible every day for everybody.
What we do: Every day, we’re making Central Indiana a better place by doing three things: 1. We award grants to not-for-profits doing good in the community. 2. We help visionary donors practice highly effective charitable giving. 3. We provide leadership to make Central Indiana a better, more beautiful, more equitable community.
How you can help: To learn more about how CICF is impacting our community and how you can be a part of it, visit us at cicf.org.
Why we’re important: For over 100 years, we’ve provided leadership to make Central Indiana a better, more beautiful, more equitable community. When The Indianapolis Foundation was founded in 1916 as one of the first community foundations in the country, its purpose was to improve the quality of life in Marion County by providing help where the needs were the greatest and the benefits were most extensive. Today, it continues that work as one of two affiliates of CICF. CICF was formed in 1997 when The Indianapolis Foundation partnered with Legacy Fund— the community foundation of Hamilton County. Legacy Fund serves Hamilton County in much the same way The Indianapolis Foundation serves Marion County. While each foundation still supports its own community, each one also benefits from the strategic partnerships and resources that come with being part of a regional foundation. Today, CICF stands as Central Indiana’s premier provider of philanthropic services to local philanthropists. And it is primed to make a major impact in Central Indiana in the 21st century and beyond.
Central Indiana Community Foundation 615 N. Alabama St., Ste. 119 Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.634.2423 cicf.org Facebook: @CentralIndianaCommunityFoundation Twitter: @CICFoundation Instagram: @cicfoundation Brian Payne, President and CEO of CICF and President of The Indianapolis Foundation Jennifer Bartenbach, Executive Vice President and CFO of CICF Tom Kilian Jr., President of Legacy Fund of Hamilton County
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THE CHILDREN’S DYSLEXIA CENTER OF INDIANAPOLIS
Who we are: The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis belongs to a family of 501(c)(3) tutoring centers established in 1994 by the Scottish Rite Freemasons. These Centers were developed jointly by clinicians in collaboration with the Language Disorders Unit of Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University. There are now more than 40 centers in 13 states. Millions of children with dyslexia endure frustration and demoralization on a daily basis as they struggle to acquire skills that many of us take for granted. If your child is struggling with reading and writing, how do you know if dyslexia is the cause? Where can you go for help? The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis tackles the challenge of dyslexia head-on, both by providing free tutoring for children with dyslexia and by training a growing cadre of highly skilled and dedicated tutors.
receive it, the greater their chances of achieving normal, fully functional lives. How we affect the community: Remediation of dyslexia is a pressing need in this community, as it is everywhere. Although dyslexia affects at least 15% of the population, it is not systematically identified or adequately treated in the public school systems. Yet there is no reason for the social costs and consequences of untreated or poorly treated dyslexia to remain as high as they are. This disorder is well understood and is treatable through one-on-one tutoring techniques such as those practiced at the Center. Most students complete this program in two to three years, having closed or greatly narrowed the gap separating them from their non-dyslexic peers. The corresponding gain in self-esteem is critical to academic advancement and helps sustain positive relations with family and society.
What we do: The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis’ successful treatment for dyslexia involves exclusive use of a multisensory educational program known as the Orton-Gillingham instructional approach. Students receive one-on-one tutoring twice a week after school. Each session is 50 minutes long. Each child receives individual attention, generally with the same tutor throughout the program, which contributes to the success of the child. Thus, every child benefits from a continuity and focus that cannot be duplicated in a public school environment.
How you can help: We encourage you to support our program, as this is more than just a donation; this opportunity is an investment in the future of our community. The cost to tutor a child for one year is $5,000; typically, children require an average of two years of tutoring. At the Children’s Dyslexia Center each child receives quality state-of-the-art, one-on-one, remedial education free of charge. Donations can be made by check or PayPal at: cdcoi.org/wordpress/support-a-child-at-our-dyslexia-center. Mark your calendar for the 2018 “A Day of Tea, Fashion & More” at the historic and beautiful Scottish Rite Cathedral, an event to benefit the Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis, where children with dyslexia learn to read and reclaim bright futures through free, after-school tutoring. What a wonderful opportunity to treat a mother/daughter/ friend in your life to shopping, tea, luncheon, and a fashion show! Now you can purchase fundraiser tickets online at: cdcoi.org/wordpress/annual-fundraiser.
Program Goals: • To provide, free of charge, the highest quality multisensory reading and written language tutorial services for children with dyslexia, through a network of nationally recognized centers of excellence. • To promote and encourage the education of professionals, tutorial trainees, and the public to become resources in teaching children. • To advance scientific knowledge of dyslexia through support of clinical research to improve today's standards and tomorrow's care
Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis 650 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.262.3115 cdcoi.org Facebook:@Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis
Why we’re important: Dyslexia affects one out of every five people, and affects boys and girls in equal numbers. Children left with untreated dyslexia often suffer devastating personal consequences. It is the number one reason teenagers drop out of school, and is a primary factor in juvenile delinquency. Research reveals that children with untreated dyslexia can become underachieving adults unable to contribute to society at their fullest capacity. Dyslexia is, however, a treatable condition. Children with dyslexia need professional help, and the earlier they
Julie Bohanon, Center Director, 317.262.3115, directorcdcoi@gmail.com Dr. Jim Keating, Board President, 317.674.5318, jkeating@butler.edu
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THE CHILDREN’S THERAPLAY FOUNDATION
Who we are: Founded in 2001, The Children’s TherAplay Foundation is a non-profit pediatric rehabilitation clinic located in Carmel, Indiana.
occupational therapists there have never looked at our son as limited by the cannots or the will-nots. They’ve focused on where he could go, never what he couldn’t do, and they’ve made the hard work fun!”
What we do: Children’s TherAplay is one of the few clinics in the country dedicated to providing physical and occupational therapies on horseback for children with special needs. Our therapists combine a sensory-rich, child-centered clinic with hippotherapy–the movement of horses–to provide carefully graded motor, sensory, and neurological input in customized, one-on-one treatments.
How you can help: Donate, volunteer or join us. Each week our specially trained team of therapists, horse handlers, and therapy horses provides equine-assisted physical and occupational therapy treatments for more than 150 Central Indiana children from 18 months to 13 years. That comes at a cost. One hour of treatment costs Children’s TherAplay $225; however, the average insurance reimbursement is only $92. Your tax-deductible gift will help fill that gap and ensure that children with special needs continue to have access to these life-changing therapies. To donate, get involved, or check out our upcoming fundraisers and events, visit childrenstheraplay.org.
Why we’re important: We help children with diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and developmental delays grow stronger and more independent. For some children, this means learning to stand, crawl, walk or run. For others, it translates to safely navigating their environment, dressing and undressing independently, or being able to participate in school and play activities with their peers. How we affect the community: Treatment at Children’s TherAplay changes lives. We bring hope and new possibilities to Central Indiana children–and their families–with special needs. Here’s how Gavin’s mother, Crystal, describes the difference we make:
The Children’s TherAplay Foundation 9919 Towne Rd. Carmel, IN 46032 317.872.4166 Email: info@childrenstheraplay.org childrenstheraplay.org Facebook: @ChildrensTherAplay Instagram: @ChildrensTherAplay
“I can’t imagine what Gavin’s life would be like right now without Children’s TherAplay. The physical and
Hillary McCarley, Executive Director, 317.616.1117, hmccarley@childrenstheraplay.org
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CHRISTAMORE HOUSE GUILD Who we are: The Christamore House Guild, founded in 1908 by Martha Stewart Carey, is a non-profit organization that raises money for the Christamore House through fundraising efforts.
The Christamore House Guild’s Book & Author Benefit Luncheon. The proceeds from these events support the Christamore House and the Frances Carter Coburn Scholarship Fund. The Fund’s scholarships are designed to offer supplemental college aid to students from the Haughville area. The financial contributions made by the Christamore House Guild are the largest source of private support available to the Christamore House. In addition, we help with Christmas at Christamore, which helps bring gifts and cheer to qualifying Haughville families.
What we do: We are dedicated to providing volunteer services and financial support to the activities and programs of the historic Christamore House Family & Community Center, located at 502 N. Tremont St., Indianapolis, IN 46222. The Christamore House provides the very best in child and youth educational services, senior programming, and life skills training to the residents of Haughville and the near-Westside of Indianapolis. Its many programs include an early childhood education center, afterschool STEM, PREP, and LEAP programs, a family-strengthening department, a senior citizen program, and its historic boxing program, World Beaters.
How can you help: Here are some ways you can help support the Christamore House Guild: • We are always looking for new members to volunteer their time and resources. • We would also appreciate your generous support through corporate and individual sponsorships, financial contributions and donated auction items.
Why we’re important: Through the years, the Guild has grown from a small group of women working with immigrants settled in the Haughville area to a thriving service organization of more than 300 active and associate members. The Christamore House Guild provides hundreds of volunteer hours annually to the Christamore House. Guild members volunteer in many ways at the House, including directly with the children in the preschool or afterschool programs, with the seniors at the senior center and at Family Unity Nights. The Guild supports the Christamore House motto of “helping people to help themselves.”
Christamore House Guild 502 N. Tremont St. Indianapolis, IN 46222 317.635.7211 christamoreguild.org Facebook: @IndianapolisBookandAuthorLuncheon Twitter: @chguild Instagram: @christamore_house_guild Paige Button, Guild President, 317.902.5797, paigebutton1@me.com
How we affect the community: The Guild sponsors two major annual fundraisers: The Fall Fundraiser and
Mary Hinkebein, President-Elect, 636.448.4990, mdhinkebein@yahoo.com
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COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK FOUNDATION Who we are: Since 1976, Community Health Network Foundation has worked to raise and steward financial support for Community Health Network, a nonprofit health system providing a full continuum of care through more than 200 sites and hundreds of physicians throughout Central Indiana.
health outcomes and access for the community. Today, we continue their endeavor. This is not easy work, and the needs grow ever-greater with each passing year. Yet the rewards are indescribable: when we send a new baby into the world knowing we’re playing a role in building them a safer and healthier life; when we help a neighbor with behavioral health challenges find not only healing, but a job; when we provide a senior with a hot meal and a warm smile; when we give a cancer patient hope for a healthier future.
What we do: Our giving priorities are aligned with the future goals of Community Health Network in order to support the strategic growth of our non-profit healthcare organization. Patient financial assistance, public awareness efforts, innovative and holistic services, and programs that help to support those in our community in a time of critical need are only a few of many ways the Foundation’s work directly impacts patients of Community Health Network. These efforts and more aim to empower individuals and families to lead healthier lives and, in turn, improve the health of the communities we serve.
How you can help: Join a committee for The Giving Gig, volunteer at one of our hospitals or health pavilions, share your story of exceptional care offered by Community Health Network or participate on our Patient Advisory Council. Give us permission to tell your inspirational story or host a fundraiser to benefit our patients. To learn more, send an email to give@eCommunity.com or call 317.355.GIVE. Community Health Network Foundation 7240 Shadeland Station, Ste. 125 Indianapolis, IN 46256 317.355.GIVE (4483) eCommunity.com/foundation Email: give@eCommunity.com Facebook: @eCommunity Twitter: @CHNw Instagram: @Communityhealthnet
Why we’re important: Our work is all about helping patients in all stages of life. From newborns at Community Hospital North—home to the most births in the state— to seniors staying healthy in all seasons. From men and women with serious mental illness, to youth grieving the loss of a parent, sibling or friend. From patients in a battle with cancer, to those working to overcome addiction. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are able to support individuals and, together, help build a stronger foundation for health in Indiana.
Joyce Irwin, President and CEO, Community Health Network Foundation
How we affect the community: Community Health Network was started in the 1950s by a group of men and women on the eastside of Indianapolis striving to improve
Bob Shortle, Chair, Community Health Network Foundation Board of Directors
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THE DAMIEN CENTER Who we are: As Indiana’s largest HIV care and prevention agency, The Damien Center serves more than 1,200 people annually who are living with HIV, with a highly effective one-stop shop approach to care. We ser ve thousands more through free testing, education, outreach, and cutting-edge medical interventions for those at highest risk, to prevent new infections.
and related services. Our vision is to see Central Indiana free of the suffering caused by HIV/AIDS. Until then, we envision that every HIV-affected person in Central Indiana knows that The Damien Center is a safe and welcoming place so that no barriers separate people from the services they need to prolong and enhance their lives. How you can help: All our services are offered completely free of charge to the community, which means we rely on public and private support from individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies to continue to meet the needs of our community. • Donate. Your financial gift will ensure The Damien Center is able to provide vital supportive, preventive, and medical services to those affected and infected by HIV. To donate, please visit damien.org/donate. • Participate. You can help support The Damien Center by participating in one of our special events. Each April, The Damien Center hosts Indianapolis’ largest dining fundraiser, Dining Out For Life! Join us on April 26, 2018 at participating restaurants to support The Damien Center. For a list of participating restaurants, visit diningoutforlife.com/indianapolis. • Volunteer. The Damien Center relies on hundreds of volunteers to meet our mission of empowering those affected by HIV/AIDS and preventing the spread of HIV in our community. We offer a wide array of volunteer opportunities from working in the food pantry, to becoming a community advocate, to working as an Ambassador at a restaurant for Dining Out For Life. For more information, please visit damien.org/volunteer.
What we do: • Medical Services. In partnership with Damien Cares and Walgreens, we offer an on-site medical clinic and pharmacy for our clients. Our team also offers psychiatric care and medical case management to clients. • Counseling Services. Our dedicated and trained counselors offer mental health, substance abuse, and riskreduction counseling services. • Testing & Prevention. The Joseph F. Miller Testing Center provides on-site free and confidential HIV/ STI testing. We also offer prevention counseling, PrEP, pregnancy testing and outreach counseling. • Housing Services. Safe, stable and affordable housing gives our clients the best chance to adhere to treatments and enhance their quality of life. We offer long-term and short-term housing options, and an on-site food pantry. • Linkage to Care. By eliminating barriers to care, our Linkage to Care team ensures that clients can access the help they need. • Care Coordination. Our Care Coordination team helps our clients with medical care and other vital services they need. Why we’re important: Everything we do is focused on a future where an HIV diagnosis no longer advances to AIDS, where new infections are diminishing, and where those living with HIV can live longer, healthier and more productive lives. Every year we see incredible advances in available responses to an HIV diagnosis, and every year the community helps us step up with more effective services to inspire better outcomes for our clients. Your support will help us continue to take the lead in providing that next cutting-edge level of service for the clients who need us most.
The Damien Center 26 N. Arsenal Ave. Indianapolis IN 46201 317.632.0123 damien.org Facebook: @thedamiencenter Twitter: @DamienCenter Instagram: @damiencenter
How we affect the community: Our mission is to empower communities and persons affected by HIV/AIDS in the state of Indiana by being a leading resource, provider and advocate for comprehensive HIV/AIDS care, prevention, education
Melissa Pohlman, Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, 317.632.0123, x261, mpohlman@damien.org
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EASTERSEALS CROSSROADS Who we are: Easterseals Crossroads is your community resource dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities as they live, learn, work and play. One of over 70 Easterseals affiliates throughout the country, we are a United Way agency offering CARF-accredited programs in Indiana.
Audrey works with our therapists to help her learn to be as independent as possible; her family wanted a team who could push her toward this goal and found it with our qualified staff. How we affect the community: We help achieve positive outcomes for the many people who use our services. This past year, we served a total of 7,250 individuals with disabilities or special needs. Many of the individuals we serve have no other means of accessing assistance; their needs would go unmet without our services.
What we do: We help people become or remain as independent as possible through our autism services, children’s therapy, adult day and deaf services. Our driving program, early intervention and assistive technology services offer opportunities for people to learn or relearn skills. Our employment programs assist veterans and individuals with disabilities with employment options to improve the quality of their lives. Our respite and camp programs provide opportunities for children and families to engage and enjoy play. Easterseals Crossroads is changing the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day–something we have been proud to do for more than 80 years.
How you can help: Our ability to deliver much-needed services can be threatened by lack of funding or insufficient funding in any given program year. Our goal is to be the resource any one of us could need at any point in our lives, and your support can make that goal a reality. Donate. Donations help us assist children and adults to achieve their goals. Your contribution supports our mission to promote inclusion, independence and dignity for the many people whose lives are affected by disability or special needs. Volunteer. Opportunities include working directly with children and/or adults in areas such as our respite programs. Group activities include Days of Service where we create meaningful experiences. Individuals or groups can volunteer for third-party events, such as walks/runs where we are recognized as a charity partner. Attend an event. Our Celebrate Ability event takes place on March 24, 2018, at Indiana Roof Ballroom. Presented by Community Health Network, this event is a celebration of ability. Held each year in February at the Northside Knights of Columbus, Bingo Bonanza is a crazy bingo party with food, games and fun. Our partner–Century 21 Scheetz–helps make this an amazing event.
Why we’re important: Easterseals Crossroads could be the resource you or your family might need at some point in the future. Your contribution through a donation, a volunteer activity or attendance at one of our events supports individuals in our community who depend upon our services. People like Bonnie, who has multiple sclerosis and needed home modification services for her bathroom so that she could safely remain as independent as possible in her home. Our professionals provided the evaluation and oversaw the renovations to ensure that her needs were met throughout the entire remodel. People like Ashley, who wanted to drive, yet feared that her learning disability and anxiety might prevent that from happening. She and her mother contacted us for driver evaluation and training services. Ashley worked diligently with one of our certified driver rehabilitation specialists/ occupational therapists for six months. With family support from Ashley’s mother during practice sessions, Ashley accomplished her goal and obtained her license. Learning with a disability can present certain challenges; our professional staff know that varying approaches can lead to attaining goals. People like 5-year-old Audrey, who loves to watch movies, do puzzles, play games and (not) eat what her parents want her to eat. Audrey was born with arthrogryposis, which affects her muscles and her joints. She uses a walker and leg braces and she is “just starting to realize that she is different and not like other kids at her school,” according to mom, Ashley.
Easterseals Crossroads 4740 Kingsway Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46205 317.466.1000 eastersealscrossroads.org Facebook: @EastersealsCrossroads Twitter: @ESCrossroads Instagram: @escrossroads J. Patrick Sandy, President/CEO, 317.466.1000, psandy@eastersealscrossroads.org
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EITELJORG MUSEUM OF AMERICAN INDIANS AND WESTERN ART Who we are: The Eiteljorg Museum was founded by Indianapolis businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg in 1989. The mission of the museum is to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the art, history and cultures of the American West and the indigenous peoples of North America.
partnerships with groups such as Nopal Cultural of Indianapolis, Indiana African American Genealog y Group, John H. Boner Community Center, Haughville Public Library, Christamore House, Hawthorne Center, Mary Riggs Neighborhood Center, School on Wheels, Indianapolis Public Schools, IUPUI, Indiana State Museum and more. Celebrating the diversity of the West and the diversity of our city makes for a vital community that understands and promotes the cultural background of each person.
What we do: Showcasing art, history and cultures through featured exhibitions, programming and special events, we help people find themselves in the stories of indigenous peoples, pioneers, settlers, entrepreneurs and adventurers. Various exhibitions and activities during the year make every day at the Eiteljorg a dynamic experience for visitors of all ages. From the Summer Under the Sails music series and the annual Indian Market and Festival, to the holiday classic Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
How you can help: You can support the Eiteljorg through gifts of all kinds. From annual membership, donations to our annual fund, or donating your time as a volunteer, giving to the Eiteljorg enables us to achieve our mission and continue to play an important role in the Indianapolis community, the state and beyond.
Why we’re important: The Eiteljorg ensures that everyone can connect to our mission. Our three free admission days—Martin Luther King Day, Juneteenth and Day of the Dead—provide the opportunity for each and every person to enjoy the museum’s offerings. The ever-growing collection, special exhibitions and engaging events showcase the diverse history and cultures of the American West and Native Americans. The museum has dedicated itself to exposing visitors to a rich diversity of ideas and experiences through excellent art and programming.
Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art 500 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.636.9378 eiteljorg.org Facebook: @eiteljorg Twitter: @EiteljorgMuseum Instagram: @eiteljorgmuseum John Vanausdall, President and CEO, 317.275.1312, jvanausdall@eiteljorg.com
How we affect the community: We believe in the power of person-to-person contact, and as such we ground our programming and special events in strong community
Nataly Lowder, Vice President for Advancement, 317.275.1311, nlowder@eiteljorg.com
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ESCAPE FOUNDATION, INC. DBA MARA ELEPHANT PROJECT
What we do: Mara Elephant Project (MEP) protects elephants to conserve the greater Mara ecosystem by deploying antipoaching patrols, managing human-elephant conflict (HEC), monitoring, collaring and researching elephants, engaging the local community and working with partners to achieve best land use practices.
How you can help: As poaching has declined, humanelephant conflict is increasing. HEC is not only the greatest single threat to elephants, but is also a major challenge to the livelihoods of those who live in close proximity to elephants. In 2010, only two elephants were killed as a result of HEC, and in 2016 that number has increased to 14. This poses multiple challenges for MEP as we are trying to protect elephants and at the same time safeguard the interests of people. MEP has been at the forefront of innovative approaches to mitigating HEC and responding to conflict situations, but more resources are needed to be successful. Your support helps MEP reach our goals. We want to reduce the Percentage of Illegally Killed Elephants (PIKE) to under 20% within two years and 10% within five years. We want to replicate MEP’s method in the remaining unprotected areas of the greater Mara ecosystem and into the Serengeti where no capacity currently exists to protect elephants and local communities. We need to secure vital migration corridors and dispersal areas and see them leased as conservancies plus implement an effective national and county elephant strategy that secures space for elephants and other wildlife for generations to come. Finally, we need to increase MEP’s community engagement program fostering support for wildlife and conservation. In the face of numerous social, economic and environmental issues, it is critical that MEP focuses on specific issues and activities where it has a recognized strength. Through partnerships, MEP seeks to leverage the resources, knowledge, networks and strengths of other stakeholders to enhance our impact. Please visit the Donate section of maraelephantproject.org for further information on giving opportunities.
Why we’re important: There are an estimated 352,000 African elephants left in the wild. From 2007 to 2014 between 25,000 – 35,000 elephants were killed yearly for their ivory; that’s one elephant killed every 15 minutes. In the 21st century, more than any other time in history, elephants are under a greater threat from increasing human encroachment on their rangelands resulting in habitat loss. In ecological and conservation terms elephants are considered a “landscape species”: they require a large and diverse area to live; have significant impact on the structure and function of natural ecosystems; are culturally and economically important; and are particularly vulnerable to human related land-use practices. The protection of elephants is the protection of biodiversity. How we affect the community: MEP operates in the greater Maasai Mara region in Kenya, sharing its border with the vast Serengeti ecosystem, home to 3,000 elephants. Poaching and rising levels of HEC threaten elephants in the Maasai Mara. In response to these threats, MEP has developed an effective number of interdependent programs to protect both elephants and the communities that live with them. First, MEP has trained and deployed a team of over 30 rangers from the local community that conduct regular anti-poaching patrols and provide rapid response to safeguard elephants from poaching and mitigate HEC. Second, MEP over time has collared a total of 38 high-risk elephants that represent about 600 elephants in the ecosystem. Our current collared elephants are monitored 24 hours a day with near realtime collar data that is received on rangers' mobile devices. Third, MEP works with local communities who live alongside elephants and has developed an HEC toolkit to protect communities and the crops of local farmers from raids by elephants, which can destroy their source of food and income in a single night. These include the Karen Blixen Camp Ree Park Safari helicopter that enables MEP to increase our rapid response time and quickly and effectively mitigate HEC. Additionally, unmanned aerial vehicles that rangers can deploy are cheap and easy to use as are chili fences that deter elephants from farms. The MEP method is working in the Mara. In 2012, when MEP was established, 96 elephants were killed for their ivory. Contrast that with eight elephants in 2016, and while a number of factors have contributed to the decline in poaching, MEP with its intelligence network, collaboration with other conservation organizations and anti-poaching teams has undoubtedly made a major contribution.
ESCAPE Foundation, Inc. DBA Mara Elephant Project 4000 W. 106th St. Ste. 125-238 Carmel, IN 46032 maraelephantproject.org & escapefoundation.org 317.832.8313 Facebook: @MaraElephantProject Suzanne Fehsenfeld, Founder, ESCAPE Foundation, Inc. Brian Kearney-Grieve, Executive Director, ESCAPE Foundation, Inc., brian@escapefoundation.org Marc Goss, CEO, Mara Elephant Project, marc@maraelephantproject.org Trey Fehsenfeld, MEP Trustee, trey@maraelephantproject.org Claire Bolles, Director of Communications, claire@maraelephantproject.org
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ESKENAZI HEALTH FOUNDATION Who we are: Eskenazi Health Foundation, founded in 1985, is a public charity that contributes leadership, guidance and philanthropic resources to Eskenazi Health.
How we affect the community: Eskenazi Health's mission is to advocate, care, teach and serve, in its effort to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to residents of Marion County. Eskenazi Health strives to serve as a valuable resource for the Indianapolis community, offering a variety of programs and services to meet the unique and ever-changing needs of our community’s residents. Eskenazi Health is a place everyone can feel welcome and rely on for help. Eskenazi Health is home to the first of three adult Level I trauma centers in Indiana and the region’s only adult burn center. It is the primary teaching hospital for Indiana University School of Medicine and hosts 40 other educational programs. In fact, more than half of all practicing physicians in Indiana trained at Eskenazi Health. Each year, Eskenazi Health has nearly one million outpatient visits, more than 100,000 specialty care visits and 85,000 visits to the Michael & Susan Smith Emergency Department.
What we do: As one of America’s five largest essential care health systems and featuring the only public, general acute care hospital in Marion County, Eskenazi Health has provided high-quality, cost-effective, patient-centered health care to the residents of Central Indiana for nearly 160 years. Eskenazi Health features: Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital, which includes the Smith Level I Shock Trauma Center and the nationally recognized Richard M. Fairbanks Burn Center; the Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center, which houses a number of primary and specialty care clinics, including the Sandra Eskenazi Center for Brain Care Innovation; Eskenazi Health Midtown Community Mental Health; 11 Eskenazi Health Center primary care clinics; a variety of quality programs dedicated to specific populations, such as senior care, women's and children's services or teen and adolescent care. It is the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider. Eskenazi Health also features a number of art pieces, green spaces and regular music programming to enhance the healing environment. With devoted staff, state-of-the-art medicine and comprehensive wraparound services, Eskenazi Health strives to help all those in need in our community.
How you can help: You can help by sharing our story, providing a financial contribution or participating in the Eskenazi Health Golf Outing on June 25. More information about our events and programs may be found on our website. Eskenazi Health Foundation 720 Eskenazi Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46202 317.880.4900 EskenaziHealthFoundation.org Facebook: @Eskenazi-Health-Foundation Twitter: @Eskenazi_HF
Why we’re important: Philanthropy is a very important piece of Eskenazi Health. More than $87 million was raised through the Eskenazi Health Campaign to build the Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital. The Foundation also supports the various other programs within Eskenazi Health, Marion County Public Health Department, Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, and Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County in order to help facilitate their contributions within our community.
Ernest Vargo II, CFRE, President and CEO, Ernie.Vargo@EskenaziHealthFoundation.org
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EXODUS REFUGEE IMMIGRATION Who we are: Every day, millions of courageous persons flee their homelands due to unimaginable persecution. They seek refuge and human rights in other places around the world, including Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1981, Exodus Refugee Immigration has welcomed refugees to Indianapolis and offered them a place to call home. We began our work serving Cuban refugees who had arrived as part of the Mariel boatlift in 1980. Since that time, Exodus has helped thousands of refugees from more than 33 different countries establish new lives in Indiana. As an independent, non-sectarian, 501(c)(3), and nonprofit agency, Exodus is part of a network that works with Church World Service in the resettlement of refugees. Our board of directors, staff and volunteers are passionate about securing the dignity and human rights of people around the globe.
offering protection and opportunity to refugees. Despite the adversity they have experienced, most refugees who make their home in Indianapolis are eager to engage the challenges and opportunities that the United States offers in order to make a better life for themselves and their families. By having their basic needs met during the core resettlement period and beyond, combined with a full array of social and medical services, English language training, cultural orientation, and employment services, Exodus clients are able to establish new lives and contribute to the community. More than 100 companies partner with us to employ refugees because they value the diversity, skills and strong work ethic they bring to the workforce. Refugees enrich our community as homeowners, employees, business owners and civic leaders. We are proud to be a part of creating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse Indiana in partnership with our fellow Hoosiers.
What we do: Exodus provides a wide range of services and programs to meet the needs of refugee newcomers. We arrange for basic needs such as housing, food and clothing, and case management, as well as provide adult English classes, job placement and employment services, mental wellness and health services, a women’s program, a youth program, citizenship classes, immigration services and more. Our primary goal is to provide refugees with the skills, information and support they need to be successful in their new lives in the United States. In 2017, we welcomed 501 refugees from countries such as as Burma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Syria, Eritrea, Iraq and Somalia.
How you can help: There are many ways you can welcome refugees and help them rebuild their lives. Consider making a donation to support vital services such as our women’s program, mental health services, youth program or emergency fund for vulnerable individuals. You can also engage your church, company or civic group as a Welcome Team. Welcome Teams provide support and friendship to newly arrived families during their first 90 days. They help furnish an apartment, welcome the family at the airport, and assist with navigating life in a new country. Individuals and groups can also help by donating new or gently used household goods for refugee families. Visit the Take Action page on our website to learn more.
Why we’re important: There are more refugees in the world today than at any point since WWII and more than half are children. It is the greatest humanitarian crisis of our time. More than 65 million people are displaced around the world and 22.5 million meet the United Nation’s definition of a refugee: “a refugee is a person who, owing to a wellfounded fear of being persecuted for reasons of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion, is outside the country of his nationality, and is unable to or, owing to such fear, is unwilling to avail himself of the protection of that country.” The U.S. refugee resettlement program reflects the United States' highest values and aspirations of compassion, generosity and leadership. Since 1975, Americans have welcomed more than 3 million refugees from all over the world. Refugees have built new lives, homes and communities in towns and cities in all 50 states. Exodus is the largest refugee resettlement organization in Indiana.
Exodus Refugee Immigration 2457 E. Washington St., Ste. A Indianapolis, IN 46201 317.921.0836 exodusrefugee.org Facebook: @ExodusRefugee Twitter: @Exodus_Refugee Instagram: @exodus_refugee Cole Varga, Executive Director, cvarga@exodusrefugee.org Elizabeth Standiford, Director of Development and Communications, estandiford@exodusrefugee.org Lynnea Morse, Community Engagement Coordinator, lmorse@exodusrefugee.org
How we affect the community: Exodus engages the Central Indiana community in the global humanitarian work of
Michele Saysana, Board Chair
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FACE LOW-COST ANIMAL CLINIC
Who we are: FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic (FACE) is Indianapolis’ non-profit, low-cost animal clinic. Open six days a week and serving Central Indiana, the clinic provides affordable spay/neuter services, along with medical and wellness care for companion animals and community cats. Since opening in 1999, FACE has performed more than a quarter-of-a-million spay/neuter surgeries, which has contributed to a 90% reduction of euthanasia in our community.
How we affect the community: FACE serves the needs of 30,000 dogs and cats annually. FACE’s new clinic opened early in 2018, consisting of a 7,000-square-foot expansion to its current space at 1505 Massachusetts Ave. In addition to the renovation of the current clinic, a new second story addition has been constructed. For the first time, FACE will offer X-ray services on site, as well as additional diagnostic equipment. How you can help: You can help by making a financial contribution, volunteering in the clinic, or becoming a foster parent for a homeless dog or cat. To learn more, visit faceanimalclinic.org or call 317.638.3223.
What we do: FACE addresses the root causes of euthanasia by providing affordable spay/neuter services, medical care, and vaccinations to dogs and cats from all walks of life. Clinic programs include: 1) Affordable spay/neuter services to reduce pet overpopulation. 2) Affordable vaccinations to keep the pet population healthy. 3) Low-cost medical care to serve as a safety net and reduce the number of pets surrendered at area shelters. 4) Trap-neuter-return for outside cats to reduce the number of stray and feral cats in the community. 5) Foster and adoption services for displaced cats and dogs to save lives.
FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic 1505 Massachusetts Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46201 317.638.3223 faceanimalclinic.org Facebook: @faceanimalclinic Twitter: @FACEspayneuter Instagram: @faceanimalclinic
Why we’re important: The clinic’s programs are designed to reduce pet overpopulation and keep treasured pets with the people who love them.
Jen Hancock, Executive Director, 317.939.3223, jenh@faceanimalclinic.org
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FAIRBANKS Who we are: Fairbanks is a non-profit drug and alcohol treatment and recovery center dedicated to improving the well-being of individuals, families and communities affected by the disease of addiction. With more than 70 years of experience helping people move toward a better life through addiction recovery, Fairbanks is one of the oldest independent alcohol and drug treatment centers in America. Our 300 employees live by the values of courage, hope, serenity, trust and wisdom.
need of charity care. We offer the same private, expert care and support to everyone. We do it proudly–and with love, hope and pride–24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are always here for those who need us. How we affect the community: Each year we touch the lives of more than 20,000 individuals and help our state’s most vulnerable residents get their lives back and stay connected through treatment, recovery, family support, education and more. As we focus our efforts and resources on addiction recovery, we are taking steps toward a better future not just for the people we serve but also for their families and communities. Likewise, we do our best to spread the word about the disease of addiction–its effect on our children, families, schools and community– and how with your help, Fairbanks can make a positive difference in the fight against its stigma.
What we do: As experts in recovery, we strive to help men, women and adolescents struggling with addiction reclaim their lives through a Continuum of Care of evidence-based, safe and caring addiction treatment and recovery programs, education and training. Caring, customized and professional services are provided through the following programs: • Inpatient alcohol and drug detoxification and rehabilitation services for men, women and adolescents • Intensive day and evening outpatient and recovery management programs for adults, adolescents and their families; substance abuse education; support groups; tobacco cessation; alumni events; and volunteer programs • Gender-specific, extended residential treatment programs at La Verna Lodge for men and women in Central Indiana • Hope Academy, a state-accredited, tuition-free public charter recovery high school in Indianapolis • Supportive Living Program for men and women in Indianapolis • Assessments, intensive outpatient services, substance abuse education and marijuana education for men, women and adolescents at Fairbanks’ offices in Kokomo and Plainfield.
How you can help: At Fairbanks and Hope Academy, contributions are transformed into hope. Each gift has a direct and immediate effect on the lives of our patients, students and their families by letting Fairbanks continue providing the best treatment and recovery programs, education and facilities. Without a doubt, your donation offers hope and healing to those who need it most. Fairbanks 8102 Clearvista Pkwy. Indianapolis, IN 46256 800.225.4673 fairbankscd.org Facebook: @fairbankscd Twitter: @FairbanksCD Instagram: @fairbankscd
Why we’re important: Fairbanks specializes in providing treatment and recovery support to men, women and adolescents facing addiction. Addiction is a disease that can affect anyone at any time, and our patients represent all walks of life–from high-profile individuals seeking confidential services to those with financial challenges in
Barbara Elliott, President and CEO, 317.572.9450, belliott@fairbankscd.org Leigh Ann Erickson, Director of Development and Alumni Relations, 317.572.9398, lerickson@fairbankscd.org
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THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION Who we are: Founded in 2007 by five-time Grammy Award nominee Michael Feinstein, the Great American Songbook Foundation is affiliated with the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana, and is headquartered at the Center’s flagship venue, the Palladium concert hall. The Foundation’s mission is to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook—the timeless musical standards of pop, jazz, Broadway and Hollywood. The Foundation is an official cultural affiliate of the Los Angeles-based Grammy Museum, one of only five institutions worldwide to share that distinction. The affiliates collaborate on exhibitions, educational initiatives, research programs, internship opportunities, technical support and more.
Why we’re important: The Songbook Archives attracts scholars and musicians from around the world to view historic sheet music, arrangements and other materials. Because many of these items are one-of-a-kind artifacts in fragile condition, the Foundation has begun the process of digitally preserving its collections and making them available online. On a more personal level, the Songbook Foundation provides a venue for young people to hear and learn about classic popular music and its cultural importance. Also, through programs such as Perfect Harmony, the Foundation offers activities that help senior citizens maintain their vitality. The Foundation was the first Indiana organization to be designated “Dementia Friendly” by the CICOA Agency on Aging.
What we do: The Foundation works to preser ve and advance America’s rich musical legacy through a range of initiatives, including: • The Songbook Archives & Library contain more than 100,000 documents, images, recordings, and other artifacts representing some of the greatest songwriters, arrangers and performers of the 20th century. Highlights include collections from composer-playwright Meredith Willson (The Music Man), the Andrews Sisters and songwriters Johnny Burke (“Swinging on a Star”), Gus Kahn (“It Had to Be You”) and Hy Zaret (“Unchained Melody”). • The Songbook Exhibit Gallery at the Palladium presents rotating interactive exhibits that share the music, history and culture of the Songbook with thousands of visitors each year. • The Songbook Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the Great American Songbook, with a new class inducted each year. Inductees have included songwriters Cole Porter, Jimmy Webb, and George and Ira Gershwin, along with performers Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli and Rita Moreno. • The Songbook Academy Summer Intensive is a national performing arts program for high school vocalists and the only one of its kind dedicated to the music of the Great American Songbook. Each year, 40 young people selected from across the country experience a life-changing week of mentoring from Broadway stars and other performing arts professionals. • Perfect Harmony provides therapeutic music programming for individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions.
How we affect the community: The Foundation introduces the history and the joy of classic popular music to young people by hosting student field trips, organizing in-school performances and providing multidisciplinary curricula for classroom use. Over 3,500 students and music lovers visit the Songbook Exhibit Gallery each year for insights into topics such as the music of World War II and the legacy of singer Ella Fitzgerald. Traveling versions of its gallery installations are available for use by schools and community groups. How you can help: You can become a Friend of the Foundation through tax-deductible individual donations, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants and plannedgiving arrangements, each with customizable recognition and benefits. For more information on these opportunities, please visit TheSongbook.org and click “Support Us,” or contact our Office of Development at 317.819.3520. The Great American Songbook Foundation 1 Center Green Carmel, IN 46032 317.844.2251 TheSongbook.org Email: info@TheSongbook.org Facebook: @SongbookFoundation Twitter: @SongbookFdn Chris Lewis, Executive Director
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF HAMILTON COUNTY Who we are: Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County is a local non-profit that serves those that live or work in the Hamilton County community. We are the only organization with the mission of providing the opportunity for families to own a home in Hamilton County.
How you can help: There are many ways that the community can get involved with Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County. We have volunteer opportunities in our office, our ReStore, group volunteering on a build site, shopping and donating at our ReStore or even serving on our Board or Directors or a committee.
What we do: Families partner with Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County to build better lives for themselves and their children by building or improving a place they can call home. Our homeowners help to build their own home alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage, taxes and insurance.
Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County 7998 Centerpoint Dr., Ste. 100 Indianapolis, IN 46256 317.896.9423 habitathamiltoncounty.org Facebook: @HabitatHamiltonCounty Twitter: @habitathc Instagram: habitathamiltoncounty
Why we’re important: While the vast majority of Americans feel stable and secure in their current situation, housing insecurity touches nearly half of adults at some point in their lives. Many families in Hamilton County believe that it is challenging to find affordable quality housing in their communities. And many more adults say they have made at least one trade-off in order to cover their rent or mortgage. Such trade-offs may include taking second jobs, cutting back on health care and healthy food, and moving to less safe neighborhoods. We are the only organization that helps families get into an affordable home that they own located in an excellent school system and in safe communities.
Jason Haney, Executive Director, 765.749.4115, jhaney@habitathamiltoncounty.org Jason Bone, ReStore Manager, 317.774.2334, jbone@habitathamiltoncounty.org Susan McElroy, Office Manager, 317.474.5095 Courtney Brookins, Partner Relationship Manager, 317.744.2337, cbrookins@habitathamiltoncounty.org
How we affect the community: We have been in Hamilton County for over 27 years and have served more than 70 families with either a new homes or repairs to an existing home. Helping to provide them with our services has enabled some parents to work one job and not two which in turn has given them more time to go back to school. A majority of the children that live in a Habitat home have completed high school and have gone on to a post-secondary education. We are creating generation changes in our partner families’ lives.
Michael Reynolds, Board President, 317.695.1914 Andrew McMullan, Vice President, 765.730.8653, amcmullan@tsienergysolutions.com Marie Spinosa, Treasurer, 317.908.8090, mspinosa@somersetcpas.com Patrick Propst, Secretary, 317.417.3894, prnpropst@gmail.com
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HEAR INDIANA Who we are: Helen Keller said, “Blindness separates people from things; deafness separates people from people.” Hear Indiana empowers and supports children with hearing loss, seeking to ensure that they have the opportunity to communicate, learn and thrive independently through hearing and speaking. Originally formed in response to the lack of resources and support in our state, Hear Indiana has been filling service gaps for families for over 45 years. Since our inception, Hear Indiana has been a trusted, resourceful entity in the oftenconfusing world of hearing loss.
listening and reading skills equal to or better than their peers by the time they started kindergarten. Last year, almost half of our medical billing revenue at the Speech & Hearing Resource Center was from a state-sponsored Medicaid program. Often, these families have no other place to go. Many services have low reimbursement rates or are not billable at all, including teletherapy for rural patients (via the internet), hearing aids, counseling, reading instruction and family education, which are all important aspects of our wrap-around model. How we affect the community: Assistive technology and therapy not only open up a whole new world of possibilities for children with hearing loss—they are also very wise investments. Untreated hearing loss costs Indiana taxpayers $1 million per child over the course of that individual’s life. Your contribution will pay dividends and create endless possibilities for a child with hearing loss. With modern technology and appropriate intervention, children with hearing loss have the potential to do and be anything they choose. Today’s deaf children can play musical instruments, speak the words “I love you,” sing songs with their classmates, succeed in mainstream schools and more. They have dreams of becoming astronauts, teachers, engineers, doctors and musicians, just like all other children. Imagine what is possible if each of them has access to the technology and services that can help them achieve their dreams!
What we do: In partnership with Easterseals Crossroads, Hear Indiana currently operates the Speech & Hearing Resource Center in Indianapolis, a one-stop shop for children with hearing loss and their families. We provide pediatric audiolog y, spoken language therapy, special education advocacy, provider training, parent support and a summer camp for deaf and hard of hearing children. Hundreds of families rely on these ser vices, and we have made it our mission to ensure that children from all walks of life have access to these life-changing programs. Hear Indiana plays a unique and crucial role for children with hearing loss and their families. We provide individualized guidance and assistance for each family through a team of qualified providers. Through a network of integrated support at Hear Indiana, a child with hearing loss can begin his or her path to success. Hear Indiana provides: • Intervention at the earliest possible moment • Therapy to improve listening and speaking skills • Up-to-date, high-quality technology • Advocacy for an appropriate school setting and special education services • Social and emotional support for children and parents • Ongoing professional development and educational workshops for teachers, providers and parents
How you can help: Please consider making an investment in our cause, which will allow Hear Indiana to provide these vital services for families. Together, we can give every Hoosier child with hearing loss the best possible chance. Join us. You can change the trajectory for countless children with hearing loss. Your support will not only transform these children’s lives, but our community as a whole. Hear Indiana 4740 Kingsway Dr., Ste. 33 Indianapolis, IN 46205 317.828.0211 HearIndiana.org Facebook: @hearindiana Twitter: @hearindiana Instagram: @hearindiana
Why we’re important: Hearing loss is a neuro-developmental emergency. Without access to sound or a visual language at the earliest possible moment, a child with hearing loss will fall behind his hearing peers very quickly. For families who choose amplification, it is important that these children gain access to sound—through hearing aids—early. A recent study showed that children with hearing loss who received early intervention, as well as specialized listening and spoken language therapies from a young age, had speaking,
Naomi Horton, MS, CCC-SLP, Executive Director, naomi.horton@hearindiana.org
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INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Who we are: Independence Academy is a state-accredited, private, non-profit school for children in Grades 5-12 with high-functioning autism. Susan Le Vay and Ruth Padgett, mothers of sons with autism, shared a vision of a school that they could not find anywhere in Indianapolis. They envisioned a school that would challenge students academically, without overwhelming them, and incorporate necessary life and social skills every day. Our school was created by the determination and love of these two amazing women.
How we affect the community: We help our students to become important and contributing members of society. At the same time, we work to educate the larger community on what it means to be on the autism spectrum. We have amazing students who are incredibly talented but oftentimes need a little help putting the puzzle pieces of autism together. We believe in our students and know the astounding success they can have when given the right support. We are working hard to get our message out into the community and to welcome students who need a very special school like ours.
What we do: We inspire and enable students with highfunctioning autism to achieve their highest level of independence and academic success. We have a very low student-to-teacher ratio of 6:1 and educators who are passionate about teaching students with autism. Students make progress in a caring and encouraging environment. Many make friends for the first time and look forward to going to school. We provide a safe haven for students who often feel lost in other educational environments. We give our students a place to belong, a manageable pace, a pride in themselves and a path to success.
How you can help: Autism numbers are drastically increasing, and unfortunately these students often fall through the cracks in a traditional education setting. You can help us as we work to raise much needed funds to provide resources to our students. Please consider donating through our website at iaindiana.org. Each year, Independence Academy hosts a fundraising event to benefit our school and students. This year's event, An Evening for Autism: The Roaring 20s, will be held April 27, 2018 at the Renaissance Hotel in Carmel. Each year's gala is a fun-filled evening with casino entertainment, a silent auction, a live auction and celebrity guests including former Pacer and Indianapolis media personality, Eddie Gill. For more information, to donate or to purchase tickets, please visit iaindiana.org.
Why we’re important: Created by and for families of students with high-functioning autism, we offer both support and understanding, not just to students but to the entire family. • We’re the only Indianapolis school created solely for students with high-functioning autism. • We provide a curriculum designed specifically for these students. • We offer two sensory rooms to support students throughout the day. • We incorporate methods and philosophies from experts in autism and special education. • We are the first school in the area to introduce the Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS) curriculum, a groundbreaking, evidence-based social skills program.
Independence Academy 4701 N. Central Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46205 317.926.0043 iaindiana.org Marisa Gill, Director of School, marisagill@iaindiana.org
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INDIANA BALLET CONSERVATORY Who we are: Indiana Ballet Conservatory is a preprofessional ballet school committed to providing the best classical ballet training to its students and launching the next generation of dancers onto the world stage. With more than 150 students in our preparatory and pre-professional divisions, including students from around the country and the world, IBC stages three to four full-length ballets and contemporary performances to an audience of more than 2,000 Indianapolis residents yearly. In addition, IBC students continually receive top honors in national and international competitions and many pursue professional careers in dance around the world.
giving back. Funds generated from this dance production were donated to Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent. As part of this production, IBC students visited Riley and Peyton Manning hospitals to perform small vignettes of the full production. How you can help: Indiana Ballet Conservatory is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit institution and your donation is tax-deductible. Your support will make it possible for us to continue building and growing a premier ballet and dance academy and to share the arts with the underserved in our community. Your gift to Indiana Ballet Conservatory will help provide scholarships to students in financial need; permit IBC to donate tickets to its performances to the underserved communities and not-for-profit organizations; enable us to maintain and upgrade our dance facilities; help us purchase costumes and other necessary items for our performances; and support our wonderful faculty who have dedicated their lives to growing the next generation of ballet talent in Indianapolis. Please consider making a gift today. If you would like your gift to go to a specific area of need, please let us know. We greatly appreciate your support of IBC and the arts in Indianapolis, and look forward to seeing you at the studios, at our community events, and at our performances in the near future. Donations may be made online at indianaballetconservatory.org/support. Or you may send a check to Indiana Ballet Conservatory, 849 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, IN 46032
What we do: Indiana Ballet Conservatory trains its students based on the Vaganova method, a 300-yearold foundation of excellence that has produced many of the best-known dancers, choreographers and teachers of all time. IBC’s program fuses the finest classical ballet instruction with the very best of modern and contemporary training. Through its educational programs, performances and community outreach efforts, IBC strives to make dance accessible wherever talent, potential and enthusiasm exist. Why we’re important: Indiana Ballet Conservatory’s mission is to provide Indianapolis with a premier ballet and dance academy, sharing our art with a diverse community and bringing dance performances to children, the elderly and others who may previously have been underserved artistically. How we affect the community: Indiana Ballet Conservatory is committed to giving back and serving Carmel, Indianapolis and central communities. During each production (three to four a year), IBC is honored to host patients and their families from the Ronald McDonald House Charity, Riley Hospital, Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent, Make-A-Wish Foundation, as well as youth from Jack & Jill of America, the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana, Kids Dance Outreach and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority youth enrichment programs. In addition, IBC has presented “Pointe to the Cure,” an original IBC initiative to raise awareness and funds for local pediatric cancer research by energizing and educating the next generation of dancers to understand philanthropy and
Indiana Ballet Conservatory 849 W. Carmel Dr. Carmel, Indiana 46032 317.202.1617 IndianaBalletConservatory.org Facebook: @IndianaBalletConservatory Twitter: @INBalletConserv Instagram:@inballetconservatory Alyona Yakovleva-Randall, Founding Artistic Director, 317.202.1617, Alyona@indianaballetconservatory.org Jenny Okamoto, Interim Executive Director, 317.202.1617, x3, Jenny@indianaballetconservatory.org
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INDIANA CHILDREN’S WISH FUND Who we are: Indiana Children’s Wish Fund
other wish-granting organization. We have wonderful longterm relationships with many individuals and corporations in Indiana, and partner with hospitals throughout our state. Our events within the community have been a longstanding tradition for more than 25 years. Whether it is the Portrait of Wishes Ball, Christmas in the Kitchen at the Hyatt, or Celebrity Softball Game at Victory Field, we have had a presence in the city and brought some wonderful events to the community.
What we do: Indiana Children’s Wish Fund grants wishes to Indiana children between the ages of 3-18 who suffer from a terminal or life-threatening illness. The wishes we grant are referred to us by medical professionals and individuals throughout our state. Although we do not service children with chronic illnesses, often children may have a combination of difficulties that collectively make their situation life-threatening. Our medical board reviews each case on an individual basis. Our goal is to create a relationship with our families that will last a lifetime.
How you can help: Monetary donations are always appreciated. We are an event-driven organization, so attending one of our events or donating to our silent auctions is another way to help. If you have a desire to volunteer your time at one of our events, please contact us to begin that process. Remembering us in your planned giving or will is another way to help us grant wishes. Our newest addition, Wish Warriors, is a volunteer branch of Indiana Children’s Wish Fund, which provides an opportunity for young professionals to come together and assist in the execution of fundraising and recruitment events geared toward the young professional community. There are always spots available to join this group. More information on all these opportunities can be found on our website, indywish.org.
Why we’re important: Quite simply, we grant wishes. But beyond that, we continue to grant experiences for our wish families long after their wish has been granted. We bring joy, happiness and smiles to the faces of very ill children and their families during the most difficult of times. We create memories that last a lifetime. We give hope. The most popular wish our children make is for a trip to Disney World, where our Wish families spend a magical time away from treatments, doctors and tears. The entire family spends a week at Give Kids the World Village in private family villas. Included in this once-in-a-lifetime trip are passes to all Disney Parks, Universal Studios and Sea World. Other wishes include meeting celebrities, once-in-a-lifetime trips to France, Ireland, England and Turks & Caicos, shopping sprees, meeting the Pope, traveling to India to work with Mother Theresa, playhouses, room makeovers and many other dreams that stem from children’s imaginations. Each wish is tailored to the individual child.
Indiana Children’s Wish Fund 6081 E. 82nd St., Ste. 120 Indianapolis, IN 46250 317.913.9474 indywish.org Facebook: @indianachildrenswishfund Twitter: @indywish Instagram: @indy_wish_
How we affect the community: Since 1984, we have granted over 3,000 children their very special wishes. We are a single-entity, statewide organization that works exclusively with the children of Indiana. All money is raised and spent here in Indiana. We are not affiliated with any
J’Lynn Cooper, Director of Wish Operations, 317.913.9474, jcooper@indywish.org
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INDIANAPOLIS ART CENTER
Who we are: Each year, the Indianapolis Art Center offers hundreds of art classes, more than 100 exhibitions in six galleries, the OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair and an outreach program that takes art to almost 1,000 children in underserved communities. Founded in 1934 as a Works Progress Administration program during the Great Depression, the center has evolved and now inhabits one of Indianapolis' only Michael Graves-designed buildings, which sits on a 9.5-acre stretch along the banks of the White River in Broad Ripple.
provide an opportunity to introduce the community to works from local, regional and national artists. Our outreach programs take art outside of our building to provide highquality art education to underserved youth in 20 after-school sites. We also maintain a Teen Art Council, a mentoring program with Big Brothers and Sisters of Central Indiana and Starfish, and other programs that address current social issues through making art. How you can help: Your contribution to the art center is a commitment to the transformation of our community through creativity. From the outside, our work might look like glass blowing or shaping clay, but the real outcome happens in forging pride, friendships, growth and hope. A donation to the art center helps ensure that we can honor our 80-plus-year history while carrying on our mission for 80 more.
What we do: The mission of the Indianapolis Art Center is to engage, enlighten and inspire our community by providing interactive art education, outreach to underserved audiences, support of artists and exposure to the visual arts. Why we’re important: In its most meaningful moments, art transforms all of us. For adults, hands-on creative learning provides the opportunity to express emotions, build connections to others and hone new creative skills. For youth and teens, arts education creates pathways to academic achievement, career goals and civic engagement. And it's fun and rewarding.
Indianapolis Art Center 820 E. 67th St. Indianapolis, IN 46220 317.255.2464 indplsartcenter.org Facebook: @IndplsArtCenter Twitter: @IndplsArtCenter Instagram: @indplsartcenter Pinterest: @indplsartcenter
How we affect the community: The Indianapolis Art Center provides access to art education, exposure to living artists and meaningful events that connect the community to creativity through art. We offer more than 500 classes each year for anyone with a desire to connect with their artistic side to thrive in a creative, social community. Our nationally recognized exhibitions are free for people of all ages and
Patrick Flaherty, President and Executive Director Lisa McKinney, Board Chair
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THE INDIANAPOLIS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT HORSE PATROL ASSOCIATION
Who we are: The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Horse Patrol Association (HPA) is dedicated to making the Mounted Unit of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department the premier unit in the United States. The Horse Patrol Association became a nonprofit (501)(c)(3) April 1990 by a group of caring business owners who were interested in promoting and financially assisting the Mounted Unit of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
counting officer salaries and on-person equipment like radios and firearms, the City of Indianapolis has been able to allocate just $30,000-$40,000 a year in public funding to the Mounted Patrol Unit. That money is quickly consumed by the costs of feeding and housing our city’s police horses. The Horse Patrol Association requires revenues of about $50,000 a year to operate efficiently. Taxpayers receive a tremendous value in this arrangement, from excellent police work, highly skilled officers, beautiful and highly trained horses, to the addition of adaptive and creative patrol units on Indianapolis streets. We’re also raising $5 million for the construction of new stables and offices for our officers. It’ll be the first permanent home for our officers and their horses in nearly 20 years. It will be something our city can truly be proud of, a new home for our equine partners against crime.
What we do: The Horse Patrol Association supports the Mounted Unit of the IMPD by purchasing quality horses and equipment, providing officer training, promoting the unit through parade participation, and providing grooming supplies, medications, supplements, office equipment and veterinary care. The association has purchased all horses for the unit since 1988 and leases them to the city for $1 per year. The association is able to give the retiring horses to an officer or help the unit find an appropriate retirement for the animal.
IMPD Horse Patrol Association 1060 N. Capitol Ave., Ste. C200, Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.488.7373 Email: IMPDMountedPatrol@indy.gov impdmountedpatrol.org
Why we’re important: The Mounted Patrol Unit works as a team, with their equine partner and other IMPD officers, to manage crowds with the least amount of force necessary to maintain the peace, doing so while protecting the public, officers, and mounts, and avoiding injury and mitigating disturbances.
Chris Golightly, Executive Director Board Officers: Turner J. R. Woodard, President John Ball, Vice President Board of Directors: Susie Powers Bill Powers Steve Park Missy Roetter Sergio Gonzalez-Piriz Mike Halstead Joe Robinson Sally Booth Tom Godby Chris Golightly Heather Fortune Jeff Dugdale Sergeant Allan Whitesell, IMPD
How we affect the community: Officers in the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Mounted Unit are highly trained and skilled to serve on horseback, and have all the same arrest powers and training as every other IMPD officer. The mission of the Mounted Patrol Unit is to serve and protect the community while on horseback. Mounted officers are also charged with maintaining good community relations, enforcing laws and maintaining the peace. How you can help: City tax funding covers the cost of hay, grain, bedding, horseshoes and some facility maintenance like mowing and trash service. The City also funds officer salaries and trucks and trailers to transport horses. Not
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INDIANAPOLIS OPERA
Who we are: Celebrating its 42nd season, Indianapolis Opera (IO) is a significant cultural resource for the people of Indiana. Centrally located and the only professional opera company in the state, the Indianapolis Opera has delivered the passion, excitement and art of opera throughout Indiana with compelling educational, cultural and community activities.
outreach through the RAP. IO’s educational programming reached 30,000 students and patrons during the 2016-17 season across 18 Indiana counties. Especially important to note is that the RAP not only builds appreciation for opera but improves upon the skills of critical thinking, communication and creativity. For many rural students, the RAP provides their only exposure to the performing arts.
What we do: Through a delightful and unique blend of opera and musical productions, concerts and related events, IO produces a year-round season that shares the opera experience with people from all age groups, creeds, races, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Indianapolis Opera is committed to bringing high-quality opera and vocal music to Indiana, nurturing the careers of emerging professional artists, and enriching lives through education and outreach.
How you can help: Indianapolis Opera’s mission is to educate, inspire and entertain through the creation and presentation of musical storytelling for the Hoosier community. Support through corporate partnerships, individual giving, foundations and donations (cash or in-kind) is always appreciated and keeps the vocal arts alive throughout the Indianapolis community. Contributions to the Resident Artist Scholarship Initiative, which funds the Children’s Opera Touring Program that will provide educational programming to 30,000 students during the 2017-18 season, are also accepted.
Why we’re important: IO works to keep the art of opera alive in the Indianapolis community, not only through their productions but through their educational programming and outreach. The Resident Artist Program (RAP) travels through the state to not only entertain but educate in the areas of music, visual arts, language arts, and history. Providing the community with exposure to opera and the performing arts ensures continuity for years to come.
Indianapolis Opera Basile Opera Center 4011 N. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, IN 46205 indyopera.org 317.283.3531 Facebook: @IndyOpera
How we affect the community: IO expects to serve between 30,000-40,000 patrons during the 2017-18 season and beyond through their mainstage productions and education and
David Craig Starkey, General Director
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF INDIANA Who we are: The International School of Indiana (ISI) is a non-profit private school preparing students age 3 through grade 12 for the world stage. At the heart of ISI is the core belief that a fully integrated International Baccalaureate programme is the best opportunity for students to prepare for college and global citizenship in a rapidly changing world.
of our 100 teachers and administrators are from outside the U.S., and many of ISI’s American educators have worked internationally. These native speakers and global travelers not only give ISI’s language immersion program an authenticity not available at other schools, but also lend the local community a cultural diversity that is essential for Indianapolis to thrive and compete in the global economy.
What we do: Our mission is to provide students with a world-class education that prepares them to be responsible citizens and effective leaders in a rapidly globalizing and interdependent world. In the Lower School, students have opportunities for language immersion in French, Mandarin and Spanish with authentic, native speakers. In the Upper School, we embrace an all-inclusive IB for ALL, College Preparatory Curriculum that proves all students deserve and are capable of great outcomes. ISI truly provides a unique educational experience.
How you can help: ISI is committed to economic diversity and, in a typical year, provides financial aid to approximately 40% of our students. Tuition at ISI only covers about 80% of the overall operational costs of the school, which means we rely on the ISI Annual Fund to cover the deficit. However, the school has experienced unprecedented growth, from 38 students to more than 600 in the past 20 years. This growth has propelled us to plan for construction of a new Lower School Building on ISI’s Michigan Road campus to continue and strengthen our nationally recognized curriculum. ISI is looking for partners to invest in young people who are globally aware and capable of effectively dealing with the world, its changes and its different populations in their own languages. We are committed to the idea that to be a great city on the world stage, we must be globally educated. For information on supporting the International School in our efforts to bring Indianapolis to the forefront of the global economy, please contact Paul St. Angelo in the Office of Advancement at 317.923.1951.
Why we’re important: ISI was founded in 1994 as a non-profit, coeducational independent school with an emphasis on global learning and foreign language based on an initiative by the Mayor’s taskforce directed to make Indianapolis more welcoming to international employees of local companies. At ISI, rather than saying we are a melting pot, we say we are a mosaic. Together, ISI students and staff represent more than 50 nationalities. Each and every one brings a unique experience, culture and world view to the school to be shared and celebrated by all of our families. Additionally, students who grow through the program in turn become a next generation of leaders who are compassionate, lifelong learners and critical thinkers who can apply knowledge across disciplines as well as cultural and linguistic boundaries.
International School of Indiana 4330 N. Michigan Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46208 317.923.1951 isind.org Facebook: @theisind Twitter: @theisind
How we affect the community: A notable contribution ISI makes to Indianapolis is the hiring of remarkable teachers and administrators from around the globe. Half
David Garner, Head of School, dgarner@isind.org
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IU HEALTH FOUNDATION Who we are: The hospitals you know. The health system you trust. The new IU Health Foundation unites the IU Health network under one common goal: to make Indiana one of the healthiest states in the nation. “Foundations of IU Health” is a term used to tie together the foundations representing IU Health which include local hospital-based foundations, our integrated partnership with the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana Foundation, and the flagship IU Health Foundation.
training, lead to breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment, and tackle the hard-hitting issues facing Hoosiers in today’s society, we are able to continually work toward our goal of making Indiana one of the healthiest states in the nation. How we affect the community: Our community impact is felt in both large and small ways. From helping young Hoosiers develop healthy habits, to leading in precision medicine, the initiatives we support drive results in the health and well-being of our people, our communities and our state.
What we do: Our vision to improve the health of individuals, communities and our state will be realized through uniting to focus on people, progress and partnerships. As a nonprofit health system operating in a rapidly changing sector, philanthropic giving is absolutely essential to making our shared vision of improved health a reality.
How you can help: No matter how (or how much) you give, each of you has the power to make an incredible impact. You can be a part of that impact by supporting People, Progress and Partnerships. To find out how, contact us by email at foundationinfo@iuhealth.org, or call 317.963.5576 to arrange a meeting and get a first-hand look at how our donor community is helping Hoosiers become healthier.
At IU Health Foundation, we believe: • People drive change. To provide patient-centered care, we must attract top medical and leadership talent. And we must continuously train our leaders to be the best health care providers anywhere to deliver on our promise: “The Best Care, Designed for You.” • Progress must be constant. We must address Indiana’s current needs—and tomorrow's. That means working to unlock cures and discoveries, such as highly specialized precision medicine. This transformational work saves lives while advancing the future of Indiana health care. • Partnerships advance the health of all, from our cities to our rural heartland. That's why we're working with partners such as Indiana University and collaborating with the state of Indiana. Together, we're tackling Indiana’s biggest public health concerns, such as the opioid epidemic, obesity and behavioral health.
IU Health Foundation Methodist Medical Tower 1633 N. Capitol Ave., Ste. 1200 Indianapolis, IN 46202 317.963.5576 iuhealth.org/foundation Facebook: facebook.com/IUHealthFdn LinkedIN: @IU Health Foundation Twitter: twitter.com/IUHealthFdn Instagram: instagram.com/iuhealthfdn YouTube: bitly/IUHealthFoundation-YT LifeLine Photo on page opposite: All FAA Part 135 aviation services provided by Metro Aviation, Inc., which maintains exclusive operational control over all aircraft.
Why we’re important: We are important because good health is important. By supporting programs that increase the quality of our care providers and leaders, boost education and
Crystal Hinson Miller, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Indiana University Health, President, IU Health Foundation, 317.963.3009, cmiller30@iuhealth.org
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JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS Who we are: The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis ( JFGI) is the central fundraising and community planning organization for 23,500* Jews in the Indianapolis Jewish community. Since 1905, the Federation and its agencies—Jewish Family Services, the Jewish Community Center, the Bureau of Jewish Education, the Jewish Community Relations Council, and Hooverwood, a residential nursing home—have played a vital role in providing programs and services to support roughly 2,000 individuals in Central Indiana every day, Jewish as well as nonJewish. The Federation, with an Annual Campaign of $3.9 million, resides on and manages a 40-acre campus, but its impact enriches the lives of Jews locally, nationally, in Israel, and around the world.
Council may lobby at the Statehouse for the rights of a group you are affiliated with, or a family in need at your office may receive support from our food pantry at Jewish Family Services. Our new LIFE & LEGACY TM program, which brings local Jewish organizations and synagogues together to seek permanent legacy gifts, will sustain a vibrant Jewish community now and in the future. How you can help: Volunteer with us! We are the gateway to involvement in the local Jewish community. Volunteers are the backbone of fundraising, governance and oversight. They participate in our allocations and planning process and serve on our boards. The Federation provides leadership development opportunities, including local programs, national conferences and international travel. There is something for everyone, and we are committed to helping community members find their passion within our network of Jewish organizations. Make a donation or create a legacy gift! Big or small, every dollar amount helps. The annual campaign, our planned giving and endowment program, and the LIFE & LEGACYTM program provide the resources that allow our donors to impact our Jewish community. For more than 110 years, our dedicated leaders, along with thousands of community members, have invested in the Indianapolis Jewish community's present and future. Thanks to past leadership insight, 94% of each annual campaign dollar raised goes directly to programs. Campaign donations, endowment gifts and planned giving can help continue that tradition. Partner with us! We welcome partnership opportunities through our corporate sponsorship program. The Federation and its agencies work together with other organizations to create dynamic programming for the entire community.
What we do: The Federation helps develop, manage and provide the financial resources necessary to meet and advance the cultural, educational, recreational and social welfare needs of the community. Thanks to our donors’ generosity, we can: • help a hungry family get the food they need from our Popsie’s Pantry—more than 600 people participated in our Adopt-a-Family effort alone. • help an elderly neighbor live independently at home through our Jewish Family Services at The Albert & Sara Reuben Senior and Community Resource Center; and provide care for a cherished community member at Hooverwood nursing home. • provide education and training about the Holocaust to teachers around the state. • provide Jewish summer camp and Israel experiences for area youth; and ensure a vibrant Jewish Community Center with important health and wellness programs for people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, interests and religions. • aid the Jewish Community Relations Council in safeguarding the rights of Jews and other partner groups, while promoting a just and democratic society in Indiana and around the world.
Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis 6705 Hoover Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.726.5450 jewishindianapolis.org Facebook: @JFGIndy Twitter: @JFGIndy
Why we’re important: When people are in need—a family loses its income, a child needs an education, a senior requires assistance, or an entire community is devastated by a disaster— the Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis is there. For more than a century, the Federation has supported the community and worked to educate children, feed the hungry, help the unemployed, provide comfort to seniors, and build community at home, in Israel and around the world.
Mike Rubin, President Debra Barton Grant, Executive Vice President/CEO, dbartongrant@jfgi.org
How we affect the community: The Jewish Federation, its beneficiary agencies, and its programs likely affect your life, no matter what religion you are. Maybe you are a member of the Jewish Community Center, or a loved one has received care at Hooverwood nursing home. Your child's school may use Holocaust education materials from the Bureau of Jewish Education. The Indianapolis Jewish Community Relations
*Based on results of the Indianapolis Jewish Community Study conducted in 2017. For more information, visit jewishindianapolis.org/community.
Katy Cantor, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Planned Giving and Endowment, kcantor@jfgi.org Michael Skolnick, Senior Director of Development, mskolnick@jfgi.org Erica Crowell, Chief Financial Officer, ecrowell@jfgi.org
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THE JULIAN CENTER Who we are: The Julian Center is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive provider of services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. We provide a multitude of residential and non-residential services for survivors of every age, gender, race, ethnic background, faith and socioeconomic circumstance. Our mission is to empower survivors of domestic and sexual violence and end the generational cycle of violence. Our vision is to create a community where every individual is safe and respected.
spot someone who may need assistance, recognize the signs of abuse in their own lives and advocate for someone who needs help. Our community partners include law enforcement agencies, other social service agencies and anyone interested in helping end the generational cycle of domestic and sexual violence. With the help of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, we have established one of the largest domestic violence intervention initiatives in the nation. Working hand-in-hand with IMPD, we attempt to identify early signs of domestic disturbances that might escalate to a domestic violence situation at a later time.
What we do: Although our emergency shelter is the heart of our services, our work reaches beyond the walls of our shelter and deep into our community to transform the lives of survivors and their families. Through individualized plans, we help survivors recognize their strengths and gain the skills and confidence they need to change the context of their lives. Our services include a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, community education and outreach, transitional and permanent housing, individual and family counseling, art and play therapy, and assistance with legal service resources. The Julian Center also offers employment readiness, and economic empowerment programs, law enforcement agency partnerships, the Thrifty Threads community thrift shop and a food pantry. Between 3,000 and 4,000 people receive direct services each year and an additional 3,000 people receive information offering services through outreach efforts.
How you can help: The Julian Center is a community agency which is able to work best when the community works with us. It cost $11,000 each day to operate the Julian Center shelter and our additional services and programs. Financial contributions fuel our ability to provide direct benefit to those who need it most. In addition, we welcome donations of clothing, household items, furniture, toiletries and other items that can be used by survivors or sold in our Thrifty Threads thrift store. Proceeds from sales directly support the operation of our emergency shelter. We also accept donations of serviceable, low-maintenance vehicles that we give directly and without charge to survivors who need them. We’re eager to help individuals learn more about our work through volunteer opportunities at our shelter or at Thrifty Threads. The Julian Center can also provide a speaker for your group or organization to help educate the community about the prevalence of domestic and sexual violence. Together we can create a stronger community. And we would love to see you at any of the number of fundraising events we hold throughout the year, including our annual Hoops and Heroes basketball game between the first responders of IMPD and Indianapolis Fire Department.
Why we’re important: Domestic and sexual violence is present in every community. Abuse can be verbal, mental, economic, emotional, sexual and physical and happens in households of every race, religion or socio-economic level. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in three women and one in four men have been or will be victims of some form of physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Half of our Julian Center shelter residents are children, and 50% of those children are under the age of five. More than 87% of those we serve fall below the federal poverty guidelines. For survivors who are able to remove themselves from immediate danger and don’t require the services of our emergency shelter, we provide empowerment and advocacy to help them break free from their abusers. With the financial support of our donors, the Julian Center provides assistance to all of those who need it. And all of the Julian Center’s services are provided at no cost to those we serve.
The Julian Center 2011 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46202 317.941.2200 317.920.9320 (24-hour crisis line) juliancenter.org Email: info@juliancenter.org Facebook: @TheJulianCenter Twitter: @juliancenter Instagram: @juliancenter
How we affect the community: On any given day, a member of our team is out in the community discussing our work. Through our community education, audiences learn how to
Anne Hathaway, Chair of the Board Catherine O’Connor, President and CEO
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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CENTRAL INDIANA Who we are: Junior Achievement has a long history and strong reputation in Central Indiana, beginning with its formation in 1957. Since that time, JA has reached more than one million students through a variety of programs focused on career exploration and employability/life skills. For many years, JA has worked with volunteers from the business community to implement programs in the classroom and after school. In the 1990s, JA started Exchange City, a fifthgrade program, which involved an in-school component, followed by students spending a day operating a variety of businesses in a simulated city. This hands-on, experiential learning opportunity was very successful and became what is known today as JA BizTown. JA expanded K-12 in-school programs in 2010 and launched our newest program, JA JobSpark, in 2016. Student participation has increased from 10,500 in 2010 to 29,726 students in 2017. In addition, the percentage of students from underserved schools has increased from 27% in 2010 to 58% in 2017.
confidence needed to achieve an ambitious personal vision for post-secondary success. Students struggle to connect classroom learning with opportunities for their future, have limited awareness of career pathways and high-demand sectors and are not empowered to appreciate how their own interests may lead to strengths in a variety of careers. JA programs address each of these issues. How we affect the community: JA’s vision is for all students to participate in JA programs at each grade level, building a foundation for success that results in increased high school graduation rates and achievement of post-secondary plans, positively impacting the cycle of multigenerational poverty and creating a stronger Central Indiana community and workforce. Through JA ‘s Empowering Success Initiative: • Students will experience the positive impact of multiple, meaningful interactions with volunteers from a variety of industry sectors delivering JA’s K-12 project-based learning programs. • Students will graduate from high school with: 1) an understanding of their interests, talents and strengths 2) an awareness of high-demand industries, jobs and pathways 3) a personalized post-secondary action plan 4) a belief in their potential and 5) the employability/soft skills and life skills necessary to own their future success.
What we do: Junior Achievement of Central Indiana's mission is to empower young people to own their future success. JA educates and inspires young people in the areas of career exploration, employability/life skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy and philanthropy through hands-on, experiential learning opportunities for children in kindergarten through high school. JA in-school programs for grades kindergarten-12 are led by community volunteers, who have been trained by JA staff before making visits to local classrooms to share their knowledge and experience and lead a series of relevant, engaging hands-on activities. JA's in-school programs engage students with adult role models, teach them the basic concepts of business, expose them to a breadth of career opportunities and give them an appreciation for the value of education in achieving their future goals. JA BizTown is taught by teachers using a four-week, in-class curriculum followed by a visit to the JA BizTown facility where students operate their own mini-town and act as producers and consumers. JA JobSpark is a hands-on, two-day career expo meant to “spark” an interest in students and get them excited for their future. Eighth grade students visit eight career clusters engaging in hands-on, experiential activities and interact with local professionals working in a profession related to the cluster.
How you can help: Volunteer. JA needs nearly 5,000 volunteers each year to teach JA curriculum to more than 30,000 Central Indiana students. Email Sally Mann at sally@ jaindy.org for more information. Donate. A $500 donation sponsors a class of 30 students to receive JA programming. Learn More. Visit jaindy.org to learn more about our programs and special events including Indy’s Best & Brightest and the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame. Junior Achievement of Central Indiana 8395 Keystone Crossing, Ste. 102 Indianapolis, IN 46240 317.252.5900 jaindy.org Facebook: @jacentralindiana Twitter: @JACentralInd Instagram: @jacentralind
Why we’re important: Too many young people are not completing high school with the knowledge, skills and
Jennifer Burk, President and CEO, jennifer@jaindy.org
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THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF INDIANAPOLIS Who we are: The Junior League of Indianapolis was founded in 1922 by a forward-thinking group of young women. Nearly a century later, we are still forward-focused on building a better Indy. The Junior League promotes voluntarism, develops the potential of women and improves our community through the effective action of trained volunteers.
now occurs annually. Our members volunteer for numerous non-profits in Indianapolis for a consecutive number of hours, day and night, that corresponds to the number of years since the league’s founding. In 2018, the members will serve for 96 hours straight. How we affect the community: The JLI plays an important role in our community through our programs and through our training. Because of the experience they receive at the Junior League, our members are prepared to enact change in a real way. You can find JLI members serving on a variety of non-profit boards, working in volunteer management, executing some of the city’s most profitable fundraisers, running for local office and more.
What we do: The JLI is a membership and training organization focused on creating women leaders through effective community action. Our current community impact model is preparing students for academic success. Through our community projects and assistance grants, we hope to affect Indianapolis for generations to come. We are currently partnered with Stephen Foster Elementary School (Indianapolis Public Schools No. 67 ) and School on Wheels, and are passionate about improving the lives of children through high-quality educational programming.
How you can help: We are extremely involved in our Indianapolis community, and we hope you will consider getting involved with us. Membership is open to all women in Central Indiana who are at least 22 years old, and our membership spans all the way to women in their 90s. We have many recruitment events year-round, and new member classes begin each June and December. We would love to have your financial support to help us keep striving for a bigger effect in our community focus area. Please send donations to the Junior League of Indianapolis Annual Fund, in care of our office (address listed below). We’d also love to see you as a guest at our annual Holiday Mart fundraiser held each November, a great place to see the JLI in action. The Junior League of Indianapolis is proud to be one of the longest-serving charitable groups in our city. We are women building a better community; we are women who make a difference.
Why we’re important: In 2014, we launched a signature project called Partners Advancing Student Success. Having begun a school-based food pantry in partnership with Gleaners in 2015, we continue to provide the volunteers to have it open each and every week. We also refreshed the school’s media center, donating more than 1,200 books to help provide students with age-appropriate and enriching learning tools. During the past several years, the JLI has given nearly $1 million in community assistance and trust fund grants. Community assistance grant recipients focus on preparing students for academic success. Our largest grant winner for 2017 was Westminster Neighborhood Services, which received $25,000 to support its Summer Program, which provides academic enrichment, hands-on learning opportunities, field trips and three meals per day to its participants. Our trust fund grant recipients, on the other hand, benefit children with physical or mental disabilities. The opportunity to support such organizations speaks to our very first community project in 1922: providing funding and volunteers to open the Occupational Therapy department at Riley Hospital for Children. In 2014, the JLI developed a first-of-its-kind initiative titled Around the Community–Around the Clock that
The Junior League of Indianapolis 8425 Woodfield Crossing Blvd., Ste. 150 Indianapolis, IN 46240 317.925.4600 jlindy.org Facebook: @juniorleagueofindianapolis Twitter: @jlIndianapolis Stacy Payne Miller, President, president@jlindy.org
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MAGIC THREAD CABARET Who we are: Magic Thread Cabaret is a non-profit performing arts group, operated by Klein & Alvarez Productions, LLC, with Dustin Klein serving as its artistic director and Tom Alvarez as its managing director. It seeks to expose audiences to cabaret of the highest quality, promote the Great American Songbook and provide employment and educational opportunities for local performers, musicians and theater technicians. Our name refers to that mystical thread that connects the singer and the song with members of an audience—thus our tagline “Connecting songs to the soul.”
How we affect the community: We complement and enrich the community's quality of life by providing entertainment of the highest artistic quality. Our inaugural presentation on Thanksgiving weekend in 2017, featuring the 2015 Great American Songbook Ambassador Lucas DeBard, was both a box office and a critical success. Our 2018 season, featuring four vocalists presenting at The Cat Theatre located in Carmel, offers yet another entertainment option, one which is sophisticated and urbane, in the heart of one of the most vibrant cities and fastest-growing counties in Indiana.
What we do: We present vocalists along with accompanying musicians in a season of four performances each year at The Cat Theatre, an intimate club-like setting. We also participate in the IndyFringe Theatre Festival, held each August, and other community events. As far as the art form itself, the “New York Times” described it as: “The peak cabaret experience is a three-way relationship among singer, song and audience in which performers with formidable acting skills, whose interpretations make you hear songs as though for the first time, pour their life experiences in thematic shows. In the shouting, brawling world of mainstream pop, the essential qualities of a cabaret performance—intimacy, emotional vulnerability and interpretive subtlety have little place.”
How you can help: First of all, you can help and support us by attending our shows, telling all your friends and family to do the same and finally, you can become a show sponsor or make a tax-deductible gift. To do so, write a check made out to our fiscal sponsor Fractured Atlas and send it to Magic Thread Cabaret at 3910 Lincoln Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46228. You may also make your donation online at fracturedatlas.org. Fractured Atlas is a New Yorkbased arts non-profit technology company that provides tools for artists. Magic Thread Cabaret 3910 Lincoln Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46228 317.502.5926 magicthreadcabaret.com Facebook: @MagicThreadCabaret Twitter: @MagicThreadCab Instagram: @magicthreadcabaret
Why we're important: It is critical that every community support its creative class consisting of artists and arts organizations that contribute to its quality of life. By offering stipends and professional opportunities for vocalists and musicians, we help make it possible for them to create their own shows, develop their skills as cabaret artists, and provide them with exposure to live audiences and the general public through marketing and publicity. Most importantly, we assist them in earning a living while they practice their art. In a larger sense, the Cabaret's positive impact on the community is measured by the positivity it engenders, its function as entertainment and inspirational value.
Tom Alvarez, Managing Director, 317.502.5926, tomalva@gmail.com Dustin Klein, Artistic Director, 317.255.5482, dklein@orchard.org
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NOBLE Who we are: Noble was founded in 1953 by families of children with disabilities who wanted to offer their children what society would not: an education. Since then, Noble has evolved into a community organization focused on one mission: to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through individualized services.
Unfortunately, many individuals with disabilities do not have this freedom. Instead, they are given a narrow list of options from which to make important life choices. That’s why Noble’s work is far from over. We will not rest until we achieve our vision: A world in which children and adults of all abilities live out their dreams in a community that embraces their contributions and recognizes them as fully participating members of our society. To realize this vision, we offer individualized services shaped around the dreams and needs of each person we serve, and lead our community in welcoming their contributions.
What we do: Throughout Central and Eastern Indiana, Noble provides an array of services to children and adults with disabilities like Down syndrome and autism. Over 90% of our services are provided in our community within the homes, schools and businesses where the people and families we serve live their lives and dream their dreams. Our services range from First Steps early intervention therapies for babies and toddlers to employment services for adults. We also support families through respite, educational forums and support groups. Today, we impact the lives of over 2,400 children and adults each year through our services, supports and advocacy.
How you can help: Government reimbursement for our services covers only 73% of our operating expenses. We work hard to stretch every dollar, but each year Noble faces the challenge of providing the high-quality supports and services that children and adults with developmental disabilities need and deserve. Whether it’s landing the right job, living on their own, or even launching their own business, dreams mean the world to the person who cherishes them. But the people we serve can only succeed with our help and your support. Charitable contributions to Noble help us close that funding gap of 27%, and fuel our ability to help people achieve their dreams to live, work and enjoy life in our community. By investing in Noble, you help Noble fulfill our commitment to build sustainable futures for people with disabilities through quality, innovation and transformation. Your support also lays the groundwork for our services to help people with disabilities live the life they choose in our community. By making a contribution, you join an exclusive group of donors driven to support Noble’s unique mission. On behalf of everyone at Noble, please accept our deepest appreciation for your support.
Why we’re important: At Noble, we “Dream it. Live it.” It isn’t just our tagline. It is how we serve the 2,400-plus children, adults and families who rely on us each year. Like you, the people we serve have dreams that they cherish deep in their hearts. It’s what gets us going in the morning and motivates us to work hard. And like you, their dreams include landing the right job, living independently, making friends and having fun. Imagine as a parent that the tiny newborn that you’ve been waiting nine months to hold is born with a disability. Your love doesn’t change. It’s still strong and protective, but your worry level goes up. How will you care for this new baby? Will she struggle in school? Will she have friends and be happy? What happens after school? Will she be able to work and become an independent young adult? When parents have a child with disabilities, they often worry that their dreams for their child are now unrealistic. Our goal is to help them understand that those dreams of living a purposeful, happy life; of working in a rewarding career; and enjoying everything that life has to offer are still very much within reach. Our staff is there to help the people we serve live out those dreams in a community that embraces their contributions.
Noble 7701 E. 21st St. Indianapolis, IN 46219 317.375.2700 mynoblelife.org Facebook: @MyNobleLife Twitter: @MyNobleLife Julia Huffman, President and CEO, 317.375.2708, j.huffman@mynoblelife.org
How we affect the community: Every day, you decide how to live your life, pursue your career, plan your weekend and enjoy your hobbies, all without needing anyone’s permission.
E. Scott Treadway, Board Chair, scott@estlawllc.com
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THE ORCHARD SCHOOL Who we are: The Orchard School is a progressive nonsectarian, independent school founded in 1922. For more than 95 years, we have been the leader in progressive education in Central Indiana.
Speaking of our world, The Orchard School was proud to welcome two cultural exchange students to our campus in the fall of 2017. These two middle school students, both from Guatemala, were part of the Jump the World Program. The experience proved to be beneficial for both the exchange students and our own students. The Orchard School also has a partner school in Japan. Every other summer, a group of students travels to Japan with one of our beloved teachers. Our students dedicate an origami mosaic created by our sixth grade students to the Peace Park in Hiroshima. The Orchard School is an inclusive community deliberately rich with diversity. We believe that experiencing and learning about diversity helps people relate to each other and to the world with greater respect, understanding and kindness.
What we do: We provide a transformative foundational education for students in preschool through eighth grade. We believe in engaging the natural curiosity of students in an active, child-centered and experiential learning environment. By providing a well-rounded education that includes core academics, visual/performing arts, physical education, outdoor education, service learning and extracurricular activities, we produce students who are confident selfadvocates and sought after by the top high schools in the area. Why we’re important: Orchard commits to advance each student’s academic success, self-confidence, openmindedness, ethical character, leadership and love of learning. Orchard parents consistently comment on the quality of our dedicated teachers. Thanks to our small class sizes and gifted staff, our teachers truly know their students and how to best guide them to reach their fullest potential. Our approach is child-centered, which leads to a rich experience and a child who truly enjoys learning. All this takes place in a warm, nurturing community where diversity is evident, recognized and celebrated.
How you can help: The Orchard School is committed to socioeconomic diversity. Many of our students are granted financial assistance awards. You can help through Annual Giving, planned giving opportunities and annual events. For more information, contact our development office at 317.713.5731 or visit orchard.org/support. You can also help spread the word about Orchard’s exceptional hands-on learning pedagogy and commitment to developing the whole child. We would love to partner with corporations, especially for community service opportunities. Please don’t hesitate to visit our campus to find out about all of the exciting learning that’s happening at our school, and how you can be a part of an Orchard student’s incredible journey.
How we affect the community: Character development and behavioral excellence are at the heart of our philosophy. One way we accomplish this mission is by integrating community service learning into our curriculum. Our commitment to service and civic responsibility is evident in a myriad of schoolwide philanthropic endeavors. Our Empty Bowls Dinner raises more than $4,000 each year to help feed the hungry in Indianapolis. Our middle school students participate in Days of Service. These efforts, like many others at The Orchard School, are integrated into the curriculum. This is why Orchard graduates are known as thoughtful, compassionate citizens who advocate for themselves and for others. Our graduates are passionate, bright, curious and ready to make a positive impact on Indianapolis and the world.
The Orchard School Foundation 615 W. 64th St. Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.251.9253 orchard.org Facebook: @TheOrchardSchool Instagram: @theorchardschool Twitter: @OrchardOwl Tom Rosenbluth, Head of School, 317.713.5709
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OUTSIDE THE BOX Who we are: Outside the Box supports more than 300 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The outcome for all people, whether employees or participants, is that we are immersed in the opportunity for individualized growth. Whether in the curriculum-based day program, the creative arts experience of Studio OTB, or our customized Employment Services, we want all people to be the best they can be.
current programming offerings to capacity. As the needs of the community change, so too does the direction for supports available through Outside the Box. Because of the need for supports that are designed to help individuals obtain meaningful employment, develop successful peer relationships and have opportunities to work in settings that are inclusive and supportive of their needs, Outside the Box plans to expand its current program offerings with a tri-fold approach. We are working to design and create a satellite campus that will house: eight classrooms for programming aimed at pre-employment readiness; a café staffed by persons with disabilities; and a multipurpose event space, which will allow for opportunities for community members to come in and learn about the value of employing and working alongside our program participants, and also host private events such as weddings, showers and corporate events. It is our hope that the future of supports for persons with disabilities continues to focus on inclusion and the celebration of unique abilities and strengths. We are thrilled to evolve alongside a community that has been so supportive of our efforts to impact the lives of the individuals we support!
What we do: As adults, you and I choose how we spend our days and with whom we spend our time. For individuals with developmental disabilities, days are often spent at local day centers—on activities that may not be engaging or inspiring. Time is spent in large groups with other individuals, and even staff, who likely do not intimately “know” them. At OTB, days are truly customized. Instead of pushing people toward generic programming options, we strive to meet the individual where they are, focusing on their capabilities, not their disabilities. We do this through three programmatic avenues: Day Service, Employment Service, and Studio Art Service. Why we’re important: OTB’s programs are incredibly unique, as we are one of the only providers in Indiana that matches participants in small groups sharing a bond of age, personality, interests and personal goals, making it possible to assess and to meet the individual needs of participants. OTB is focused on creating the best lives for our participants, ensuring that participants have the ongoing support and resources to make their own goals a reality.
How you can help: Wondering how you can help? We want your talents, treasures and strengths, whatever they are! We believe that every volunteer should be valued, supported and appreciated. We depend on our volunteers to enhance our services and provide a way for us to reach the broader community. Our volunteers and donors (hopefully soon, you!) make a huge difference at OTB! Outside the Box 3940 E. 56th St. Indianapolis, IN 46220 317.253.6658 otbonline.org Facebook:@outsidetheboxinc Twitter: @OTBIndy
How we affect the community: Outside the Box’s unique history was shaped by the needs of its community. At the time of inception in 2008, community members were desperate for meaningful, educational-driven supports for themselves and their loved ones after graduating from high school programs. Outside the Box was created to meet this need; its strengths-based focus on individualized supports, successful day programming, employment supports and studio art programming has continued to expand, bringing
Katy Bird, Executive Director, 317.253.6658, kbird@otbonline.org
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THE PENROD SOCIETY Who we are: Founded in 1967, the Penrod Society is an allvolunteer organization whose mission is to support arts, cultural and educational activities and institutions in Central Indiana.
Music Society of Indiana, Fine Arts Society, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, Harrison Center for the Arts, Heartland Film Festival, Hoosier Salon Patrons Association and Fine Art Galleries, Indiana Landmarks, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indiana State Museum Foundation, Indiana Wind Symphony, Indianapolis Art Center, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Indianapolis Children's Choir, Indianapolis Men's Chorus, Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art, Indianapolis Opera, Indianapolis Parks Foundation, Indianapolis School of Ballet, Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, IndyChoruses, Indy Jazz Fest Foundation, International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, Jameson Camp, Jewish Community Center, the Julian Center, KIPP Indy Public Schools, Philharmonic Orchestra of Indianapolis, Providence Cristo Rey High School, Riley Children's Foundation, School on Wheels, Storytelling Arts of Indiana, Sugar Creek Art Center, VSA Arts of Indiana and WFYI.
What we do: Each year since its founding , the Penrod Society has hosted its signature Penrod Arts Fair on the first Saturday after Labor Day to showcase and enhance public awareness of the arts. The 2018 Penrod Arts Fair will be our 52nd event. Beginning in 2013, the Penrod Society began hosting its exclusive preview event, Evening with Penrod at the IMA, which takes place the Friday evening before the Penrod Arts Fair. Proceeds from both events are distributed through an annual grant process to numerous non-profit arts groups and arts programs run by educational and human services organizations. During its 50-year history, the Penrod Society has distributed more than $4 million to the Central Indiana community. Why we’re important: A vibrant and diverse arts community is important to the culture and growth of Central Indiana. The majority of organizations that receive grants from the Penrod Society are non-profits themselves, and their operating budgets depend on outside contributions. Indeed, a number of Central Indiana arts, educational and human services groups depend on annual gifts from the Penrod Society. In fulfilling its mission to support the arts, the Penrod Society helps ensure that Central Indiana becomes more culturally rich.
How you can help: Contribute to the Penrod Legacy Fund, an endowment-like fund established in 2014 as a vehicle for the Penrod Society to make larger gifts and have a greater impact on the Central Indiana arts community. Tax-deductible contributions may be sent to: Penrod Legacy Fund, Attn: Andy Thornton, c/o The National Bank of Indianapolis, 107 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Please join us on the Newfields grounds for the sixth annual Evening with Penrod at the IMA on Sept. 7, and for the 52nd annual Penrod Arts Fair on Sept. 8. Serve as a sponsor for these events by contacting Barry Wormser at fairchair@penrod.org.
How we affect the community: In addition to supporting various arts, educational and human services organizations throughout Central Indiana, the Penrod Society annually supports Newfields and the Indianapolis Museum of Art, sponsoring various events and exhibits. The Penrod Society has supported public art projects at Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital, and partnered with Indianapolis Public Schools and the Indianapolis Colts to display IPS student artwork in Lucas Oil Stadium. Other organizations that have received grants from the Penrod Society in recent years include: American Cabaret Theatre, American Pianists Association, Arts Council of Indianapolis, Art With A Heart, Big Car Collaborative, Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis, Butler University Dance Team, Classical Music Indy, Clowes Memorial Hall, Creative Mornings Indianapolis, Dance Kaleidoscope, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, Encore Vocal Arts, English-Speaking Union of the United States, the Festival
The Penrod Society PO Box 40817 Indianapolis, IN 46240 penrod.org Facebook: @PenrodArtsFair Twitter: @PenrodArtsFair Instagram: @penrodartsfair and @eveningwithpenrod Dan Lechleiter, Outgoing President Joe Hawkins, Incoming President Barry Wormser, 2018 Fair Chairman Peter Thornton, Treasurer Sam Rogers, Secretary Tim Haley and Ryan Evans, Vice Presidents Dan Becker, Tag Birge, Eric DeWitt, Bo Elder, and Dan Lechleiter, Board Members
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PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF INDIANA AND KENTUCKY Who we are: Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky (PPINK) provides high-quality health care to more than 48,000 women and men each year at our 19 health centers across two states. Our doors are open to all who need care and we provide our services in a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental manner.
for reproductive health services. In addition to providing high-quality care, PPINK is a leader in education for the communities we serve. The Sara and Albert Reuben Partners in Health Education (SARPHE) program is the community’s leading resource on sexuality and reproductive health for youth, parents, families and professionals. Last year, SARPHE served over 17,000 participants of all ages with medically accurate, comprehensive and culturally sensitive information.
What we do: Our centers are staffed by skilled clinicians and highly-trained health care professionals. 90% of our non-profit’s services are preventive in nature and include Pap tests, breast cancer screenings, birth control, sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment, and annual exams. Through the Sara and Albert Reuben Partners in Health Education (SARPHE) initiative, we also provide sexuality and reproductive health education programs, equipping people to make responsible decisions so that families thrive in Indiana and Kentucky.
How you can help: The people of Indiana and Kentucky have depended upon Planned Parenthood for their reproductive health needs for over 86 years. These individuals often have no other place to turn and—if not for the generosity of our supporters—will go without such vital services as Pap tests, breast exams, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections. We served over 65,000 people last year with education and medical services. With the continued commitment and generosity of our supporters we will remain a leading provider of reproductive health services in Indiana and Kentucky. We are a daily voice that is imperative in the fight for reproductive justice. When you give, you provide real services throughout Indiana and Kentucky, and we thank you. Please consider giving online at ppink.org/donate. Learn about other ways to give at plannedparenthood.org/ planned-parenthood-indiana-kentucky/get-involved-locally
Why we’re important: Our mission is to serve people in Indiana and Kentucky—without bias or judgment, without fear, without fail—by providing access to highquality health care confidentially and compassionately; by reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases through age-appropriate and accurate sexual health education; and by advocating for freedom of individual choice in all matters of sexual health and reproductive justice. How we affect the community: PPINK brings more than 86 years of history providing reproductive health care and information in the Hoosier state and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. No one does more to prevent unintended pregnancies. Our health centers provide care for patients with and without insurance, Medicaid patients and people who have no other primary care provider. Many of our patients are from communities that face barriers to health care access, including people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and people with low incomes. Without our health centers, countless Indiana and Kentucky patients would have nowhere to go
Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky 200 S. Meridian St., Ste. 400 Indianapolis, In 46225 800.230.PLAN plannedparenthood.org/ planned-parenthood-indiana-kentucky Email: media@ppink.org Facebook:@ppindkentucky Twitter: @PPIndKentucky Instagram: @ppindkentucky Christie L. Gillespie, President and CEO
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PROVIDENCE CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Who we are: Providence Cristo Rey High School is a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school serving students with economic need in Indianapolis. We are Learning That Works! We are one of 32 Cristo Rey Network schools in the United States, and the only one in Indiana.
graduates versus college graduates. A college degree and experience in the professional workplace is necessary to gain the kind of upward mobility needed to step out of poverty. The Cristo Rey Network was founded to empower students from economically disadvantaged families to build fulfilling lives that advance the common good. All of our graduating classes have achieved 100% college acceptance, and our alumni attend schools like Indiana University Bloomington, the University of Notre Dame, Marian University, Georgetown University, Wabash College, Purdue University, Franklin College, Ball State University, and the University of Indianapolis.
What we do: Our high school is unique for two reasons: the students we serve and our work study program—the only one of its kind in Indiana! More than 90% of our student body qualifies for the Federal Free or Reduced Lunch program. Along with a college preparator y education, all of our students work one day each week at one of our 90-plus corporate partners in Indianapolis and Carmel. Our partners include Salesforce, Eli Lilly, IUPUI, Marian University, St. Vincent Health, IU Health, Shiel Sexton, the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, and IceMiller. See our full partner list at cristoreyindy.org/partners. Our students will earn more than 1,000 hours of professional experience over their four years, and begin building their network for their future career. Many of our students find their inspiration for college and their future career at their Corporate Work Study partner jobs.
How you can help: Donate online to support our students and teachers at cristoreyindy.org/donate. Donate to the Institute for Quality Education to fund Providence Cristo Rey student scholarships and receive a 50% tax credit; learn more at www.cristoreyindy.org/donatesgo. Become a Corporate Work Study partner. Hire our talented students at your company and make an enormous impact in a student’s life. Contact Jay Snyder to at jsnyder@pcrhs. org or 317.860.1000 x114 to learn more. Volunteer at our school: contact Sandy Pasotti at spasotti@pcrhs.org or 317.860.1000 x103 to get started.
Why we’re important: All of our students and their families are experiencing the challenges caused by poverty. We believe a quality education can change lives. Our model of rigorous academics combined with professional experience gives our students a way to break the cycle of poverty. We are the only private high school in Indiana that exclusively serves lowincome families. Our support systems for our students are designed around their needs, and include a full-time social worker, weekly medical clinic, and in-school tutors.
Providence Cristo Rey High School 75 N. Belleview Pl. Indianapolis, IN 46222 317.860.1000 cristoreyindy.org Facebook: @CristoReyIndy Twitter: @CristoReyIndy Instagram: @cristoreyindy
How we affect the community: Unemployment rates and wage earnings are significantly different for high school
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SECOND HELPINGS Who we are: Second Helpings is a unique Central Indiana initiative that brings together the resources of our community to eliminate food waste, combat hunger, strengthen critical social ser vice agencies and help unemployed and underemployed adults build meaningful careers and futures.
returning to give back and help the next generation of job training students on their journey. How we affect the community: Many of our hunger relief meals go to places like the Boys & Girls Clubs in Indianapolis, Lebanon and Noblesville, making sure kids have a good meal at the end of the day. Other meals are provided free of charge to agencies like Wheeler Mission Ministries or the Julian Center, allowing them to focus their resources on their core missions. Because Second Helpings works with millions of pounds of donated food and the gifts of hundreds of volunteers, each dollar invested in the hunger-relief program saves our community more than $4 in food costs.
What we do: Our work begins with food rescue. Wholesalers, retailers and restaurants provide prepared and perishable foods–more than 2.5 million pounds per year–that are used by staff and volunteers to create 4,000 hot, nutritious meals each day. Those meals are delivered free of charge to 85 social service organizations serving children, seniors and families in need. At the same time, the Second Helpings Culinary Job Training program prepares adults for careers in the food service industry, helping students build a better future for themselves and their families. More than 750 adults have graduated from this program, and Second Helpings alumni are now working in Central Indiana as cooks, executive chefs, business owners and culinary instructors. The work of Second Helpings is fueled by the gifts of our community–employers, financial donors, food donors and volunteers all coming together to transform lives and build a stronger, healthier community.
How you can help: Volunteers, food donors and financial donors are critical to Second Helpings’ work to eliminate waste, fight hunger and build better futures for thousands of Hoosiers. Second Helpings The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Center 1121 Southeastern Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46202 317.632.2664 secondhelpings.org Facebook: @secondhelpings Twitter: @SecondHelpings Instagram: @secondhelpingsindy
Why we’re important: Around one in five families in Indiana faces food insecurity and struggles to put healthy food on the table every day. Second Helpings uses rescued food to prepare thousands of nutritious meals and delivers them to 85 social service agencies that feed Hoosiers in need. It’s not enough to just address the issue of hunger. The Second Helpings Culinary Job Training program goes further to help men and women embark upon a path to self-sufficiency. The program focuses on personal responsibility, and its graduates go on to build better futures for themselves and their families, frequently
Jennifer Vigran, CEO, 317.632.2664, ext. 116 Amber Jett, Manager of Corporate and Donor Relations, 317.632.2664, ext. 120 Nora Spitznogle, Director of Programs, 317.632.2664, ext. 113
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ST. JOSEPH INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF Who we are: St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf is highly recognized as a long-standing national leader in deaf and hard-of-hearing education. Our staff is a group of uniquely trained and dedicated professionals with the sole mission of helping young children learn to listen, speak and develop academically and socially with the intent of preparing them to transition into local schools with great success.
How we affect the community: Although St. Joseph Institute serves a small percentage of the population, our role as the only full-time school in Indiana that teaches very young children who are deaf how to speak is vital in the community. Many states do not have a school like St. Joseph Institute. Our staff consists of highly skilled professionals, many of whom serve as leaders on a national level. For parents who want to help their hearing-impaired child learn to listen and speak, SJI can have a profound effect on lifelong success.
What we do: We teach young children who are deaf or hard-of-hearing how to speak. Through the use of advanced technologies including cochlear implants and hearing aids, children with hearing loss can have access to sound. Once a young child hears sound, our team of specialists works with the child and family on listening abilities, language development and literacy skills to prepare the child to be educationally on par with hearing peers.
How you can help: It is rooted in our mission to never turn away a child or family in need of service; this is a commitment we take very seriously. While SJI receives some state funding support, because we serve families statewide, the gap between the cost of providing services and funds received is dramatic. More than 50% of the families we serve are low-income households. There are many ways to make a difference in the lives of our children. You can provide weekly speech therapy to a baby or toddler through our Sponsor a Family program, designate SJI as a recipient of your corporate gift-matching program, consider hosting or sponsoring an event, or join our Founder’s Circle by making an annual pledge of $1,000 or more. We also welcome volunteers to help with outdoor landscaping or gardening, assist in our classrooms or serve on a committee. Tax-deductible donations may be made by mail or online at sjid.org.
Why we’re important: St. Joseph Institute offers a variety of Listening and Spoken Language services. We provide a continuum of support beginning with early intervention (birth to age three) as Indiana’s only First Steps provider of LSL services. We offer a full-time preschool and a primary school to prepare children for transition into community school systems. Once a child is ready to transition to a community school, SJI provides ongoing mainstream support for the child, parents and professional staff. For families who are unable to receive direct services from an SJI staff member in person, we provide Internet-based teletherapy that allows a child to access real-time educational sessions anywhere in the state from the comfort of his or her home. Ongoing consultation, audiological services and comprehensive educational training opportunities for families and professionals are also available.
St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf 9192 Waldemar Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46268 317.471.8560 sjid.org Teri Ouellette, President, touellette@sjid.org
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SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE FOUNDATION Who we are: Established in 2002, the Survivors of Violence Foundation provides hope and compassionate healing to survivors of violence. We offer reconstructive treatment that provides physical, mental and emotional healing for those with painful physical injuries or disfigurements caused by violence or abuse. The foundation’s work alleviates suffering and improves the quality of life for survivors with the greatest financial and health care needs.
believes that by helping heal the physical wounds, victims’ emotional healing can begin. The physical scars of abuse and violence can become daily reminders of trauma that prevent a peaceful recovery. Healing treatments can make a difference in how quickly the person recovers, then regains strength and self-esteem. How we affect the community: To bring healing to the lives of as many of these survivors as we can is a privilege for us. We are very excited about the potential of helping people uncover their inner strength and beauty, and we look forward to expanding treatments throughout the community. The treatments Dr. Chernoff provides require not only his time and expertise, but also surgery center time, supplies and aftercare. Improving scars and non-healing wounds requires multiple treatment sessions and multiple treatment methods. The funds raised through the foundation help cover the cost of these treatments. All requests for services are given careful consideration by the foundation’s allocation committee. For more information about the application process, visit violencesurvivor.org.
What we do: Dr. Gregory Chernoff uses cosmetic reconstructive surgery, laser and scar therapy to help heal the physical signs of injury and disfigurement. “We have the privilege of helping men, women and children who have injuries, physical scars or nonhealing wounds as a result of violent acts, abuse, injury or illness. Our foundation treats people referred to us from other non-profit organizations, medical professionals and law enforcement agencies,” Dr. Chernoff said. (Org anizations contact Dr. Chernoff directly if emergency surgery is required.) Dr. Chernoff has extensive experience and expertise treating non-healing wounds, injuries, fractured facial bones and scars of all levels of severity using a series of therapies. These therapies range from minimally to moderately invasive lasers, injectable cellular therapy, stem cell therapy and reconstructive surgical or surgical revision.
How you can help: Attend or sponsor an event. Volunteer your time, give a financial gift or provide an in-kind donation for an event or for a survivor of violence. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated.
Why we’re important: Dr. Chernoff has witnessed firsthand the physical and psychological damage caused by violence, abuse, injury, illness and disfigurement. As a result of this experience, he connects with victims and has made it his personal mission to help heal their physical wounds. He
Survivors of Violence Foundation 9002 N. Meridian St., Ste. 205 Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.573.8899 violencesurvivor.org
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SYCAMORE SCHOOL Who we are: Sycamore School is Indiana’s only private independent school for preschool to Grade 8 gifted students. We serve 420 students.
our community stronger. Indianapolis public and private companies and corporations are able to attract and retain talented employees because Sycamore exists for their children. We are educating kids for an unknown future. That’s why teaching them to think, both critically and creatively, and to love learning are the best gifts we can give them. There are few things we know about the future. We do know, however, that there will always be students who need schools like Sycamore. We have to be able to stimulate, educate and motivate our best and brightest, as they will become the leaders who will solve the problems of today and tomorrow. We begin that stimulation, motivation and engagement at school by involving our students in community service projects through which they identify and address the needs of our local community, as well as our world.
What we do: Sycamore educates very bright children by offering a program that is broader, deeper, more complex and more abstract than the typical program. With strong passion for our mission, teachers educated in what very bright children need and how to provide it, committed parents and capable learners, we are able to engage children in a way that’s exciting and productive. We also want our students to be people of integrity who are caring and compassionate and feel compelled to make the world a better place. Our four core character values are empathy, moral courage, relationships and respect. We teach these values as an integrated piece of our program in developmentally appropriate ways. As our mission states, Sycamore School exists so that academically gifted students can experience the enriched, accelerated education they need to reach their potential and to lead responsible, constructive, fulfilling lives.
How you can help: Sycamore is a prime example of institutional evolution and an inspirational story of response to a need. We invite you to share your knowledge and understanding of what Sycamore School does with friends who may have a gifted learner.
Why we’re important: Our dedicated faculty members are specifically trained and experienced in the education of gifted children. They understand not only the intellectual needs, but also the special social and emotional needs of these children. It’s important for our brightest students to have an intellectual peer group. At Sycamore, gifted learners find a home. There are few schools in the country with such a clear focus and unique commitment to providing an appropriate education for gifted learners. These children need a special education because they learn in ways different from the norm. At Sycamore, they become self-aware and comfortable in their own skins.
Sycamore School 1750 W. 64th St. Indianapolis, IN 46260 317.202.2500 sycamoreschool.org Facebook: @sycamoreschool.indy Twitter: @sycamoreschool Diane Borgmann, Head of School, 317.202.2502 Dr. Susan Karpicke, Director of Admission, 317.202.2510
How we affect the community: Sycamore is an important Indianapolis community asset, one that serves to make
Holly Lee, Director of Advancement, 317.202.2504
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TIMMY GLOBAL HEALTH Who we are: Timmy Global Health is an international organization based in Indianapolis. We build healthy futures by expanding access to health care in underserved communities and by responsibly integrating volunteers into global health solutions. We believe that long-term commitments to in-country partners and individual communities can improve health outcomes in a systematic and profound way. We directly support 10 communities in the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala and Nigeria.
challenges. These programs are yielding impressive results. More than 90% of Timmy students say they intend to incorporate global health into their professions and are motivated to continue volunteering in programs that address health disparities after graduation. In addition to our work with students, Timmy also fosters strong partnerships with non-profit health care providers and free clinics in the Indianapolis community. Whether we're donating important medicines and supplies or helping place student interns, Timmy collaborates with many Indianapolis-based health organizations to allocate valuable resources and talent.
What we do: Continuity of care is the hallmark of our work. We deliver health care to the communities we serve through sustainable relationships that include: • Mobile clinic support every two to three months to our partner communities, where volunteers treat both acute and chronic illnesses of more than 18,000 patients each year. • Hands-on service learning opportunities locally for more than 1,000 students last year, 500 of whom travelled on a medical service trip to the Dominican Republic, Ecuador or Guatemala. • An advanced referral program that extends beyond our clinics to ensure complete care for patients with difficult health conditions. • Robust patient recordkeeping through our proprietary electronic medical record, TimmyCare.
How you can help: The need to provide consistent, quality health care to communities around the world is great, and your support will have a powerful effect: • $4 buys a bottle of antibiotics to treat a child's ear infection. • $10 buys medication for a patient with diabetes for a year. • $60 buys a water filter unit for an entire household, which provides clean and safe drinking water for 10 years. • $250 covers the wages of one local provider for a week to treat patients in our mobile clinics. • $1,000 covers set up and maintenance of Timmy Care, our electronic patient record for an entire site, affecting dozens of communities and thousands of patients. • $2,000 sustains our crucial community health promoter program for an entire site for a year. • $3,000 will support our Guatemala nutrition program for an entire year.
Why we’re important: Timmy fights global health disparities by coordinating comprehensive health care in hard-to-reach communities in the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala and Nigeria. This work strengthens local health care systems and improves health outcomes for patients. We also foster a lifelong commitment to humanitarianism and health equity among our students and volunteers.
Are you a medical professional (MD, DO, NP, RN, PA, DDS, Pharmacist or other)? Your volunteer hours are critical to our mission. Please consider joining us for one of our upcoming medical service trips. Visit timmyglobalhealth.org/medicalprofessionals to learn more.
How we affect the community: Since 1997, Timmy's grassroots efforts have matured into a global health movement. Today, we are sending 500-plus volunteers abroad each year to deliver life-changing health services to more than 18,000 patients in our international clinics. But our effect is just as much local as it is global. Through Timmy’s dual mission, we have the unique opportunity to inspire students at campuses across the U.S., including all of the major universities in Indiana. Our outreach to students— many of whom are on their way to becoming physicians, public health professionals and non-profit innovators—helps empower the next generation of leaders to actively understand the role they have in transforming the lives of others. Timmy encourages students to affect their communities via local service projects, fundraising initiatives and advocacy events that raise support and awareness for pressing health
Timmy Global Health 22 E. 22nd St. Indianapolis, IN 46202 317.920.1822 timmyglobalhealth.org Facebook: @TimmyGlobalHealth Twitter: @TimmyGlobHealth Instagram: @timmyglobalhealth Kristina Graff, Executive Director, 317.920.1822, ext. 1, kristina@timmyglobalhealth.org Dr. Chuck Dietzen, Founder and Volunteer, drchuck@timmyglobalhealth.org
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UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL INDIANA Who we are: United Way of Central Indiana fights for the education, financial stability, health and basic needs of all people in Central Indiana by creating, managing and investing resources in sustainable solutions to our communities' most stubborn barriers to self-sufficiency. United Way invites all members of our community to live united by giving, advocating and volunteering to improve lives in Central Indiana.
Way has joined with strategic community partners to set specific, measurable goals in each of our priority areas— education, financial stability, health and basic needs. We continue to support programs and services that provide basic needs such as food, shelter, legal aid and transportation to those in need. In education, we are improving childcare quality and providing early literacy intervention to increase the high school graduation rate. Health goals include improving state health rankings and reducing the childhood obesity rate by 12%. And our goal is to ensure that 75% of families in Central Indiana are financially stable.
What we do: Our vision is for Central Indiana to be a community where children, individuals and families thrive; neighbors care for each other; and we are proud of all our residents’ quality of life. When you share this vision with us and we work together, good things happen: children have access to high-quality education, more families rise out of poverty and become financially stable, adults and children lead healthier lives, and critical services save the lives of our vulnerable neighbors.
How you can help: When you give to United Way of Central Indiana during our centennial year, you’re not just writing a check. You’re making an investment. And you see the return on that investment every time you step out your front door by way of safer streets; healthy, aspiring children; self-sustaining families; and an enhanced quality of life for everyone. Every gift makes an impact on our community. Your gift of time is also welcome. United Way makes volunteering fun, easy and accessible for individuals and groups. Most important, we provide a meaningful, engaging volunteer experience for everyone. If your passion is helping students become stronger readers and achieve grade-level literacy, we encourage you to check out ReadUP, our signature volunteer tutoring program. Just one hour a week can change a child’s life.
Why we’re important: United Way invests in expert research and performs regular community assessments to identify the areas of greatest need in Central Indiana, works with strategic partners in the public and private sectors to find the best solutions to address these needs, and drives those results to scale. United Way ensures your dollars do as much good as possible in the areas of most need. We offer a unique value proposition in which we support a strong network of human service agencies through unrestricted funding, and we hold those agencies to a high level of performance. We connect the dots between those agencies and others doing work in the sector to provide a critical mass of services necessary for success. And we keep a bird’s-eye view on the entire pathway to identify gaps and weaknesses and strategically invest community resources to fill them.
United Way of Central Indiana 2955 N. Meridian St., Ste. 300 Indianapolis, IN 46208 317.923.1466 Uwci.org Facebook: @UWCI Twitter: @uwci Instagram: @uwci
How we affect the community: For nearly a century, United Way has been fighting for every person in our community—for our children to gain access to a quality education, for our families to achieve financial stability, for a healthier community, and to ensure that every individual has access to resources to meet their basic needs. United
Ann D. Murtlow, President and CEO, ann.murtlow@uwci.org Kimberly Bostic, Tocqueville Society Director, kimberly.bostic@uwci.org
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THE VILLAGES Who we are: Serving more than 3,000 children each day in Indiana, The Villages champions every child’s right to a safe, permanent and nurturing home. Established in 1978, The Villages has grown into a nationally known, fully accredited, statewide organization that offers a diverse array of programs and services for abused, neglected and at-risk children and their families.
Why we’re important: Indiana’s child welfare system is facing a crisis, with an unprecedented number of children being removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect in 2017. Referred to as a “tsunami,” nearly 29,000 children flooded Indiana’s child welfare system last year. The Villages, one of only 2% of child and family service agencies that are fully accredited by the prestigious Council on Accreditation, is highly qualified to address this growing crisis and is passionate about “championing families” for these vulnerable children.
What we do: The V illag es of Indiana provides a comprehensive array of family services including: • Adoption. The Villages offers private, international and special-needs adoption services, providing preparation, education, placement and support to families throughout their adoption journey. • Children’s Village Child Development and Education Centers. Quality, accredited child care and early childhood development services for children ages six weeks through kindergarten are provided from our Level 4 “Paths to Quality” centers in Indianapolis and Bloomington, and Early Head Start Programs are provided at Children’s Village Indianapolis. • Dads Inc. Support and education for fathers is provided to help them develop healthy relationships and positive engagement in their children’s lives. • Family Services and Community Partners. The Villages strengthens individuals, families and communities through counseling, education, mentoring and support services. • Healthy Families. Education and training to first-time, at-risk parents to help strengthen the parent-child relationship is provided in each family’s home, assuring a safer, healthier and more nurturing beginning for babies. • Kinship Care. The Villages Family Connection Network supports grandparents and kinship caregivers who are “parenting” their grandchildren, empowering families and enabling them to achieve and sustain a stable, positive family experience. • Older Youth Services (Transitional Living). Vulnerable teens aging out of the foster care system are provided with extensive life skills training in a community-based living environment to help them become self-sufficient and achieve success educationally and vocationally. • Therapeutic Foster Care. When children are removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, they are placed in nurturing and loving foster care homes through The Villages.
How we affect the community: Annually, 89% of children served by The Villages foster care program are in only one home, providing stability while in-care and far exceeding state and national averages. In 2017, The Villages prioritized the recruitment and training of qualified, nurturing foster parents to address the growing need for additional foster homes. The Villages is also very proud that 93 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to services for the children, youth and families we are privileged to serve. More than 11,000 vulnerable children and families are impacted by the wide array of programs and services The Villages provides each year. How you can help: The Villages would be unable to provide enrichment activities to our children, youth and families without the support of generous donors. Contributions help provide after-school tutoring for foster and kinship children; driver’s education classes for an Older Youth Services client; summer camp experiences; and trips to the zoo, museum or other summer activities— common things that many people take for granted, but not The Villages children! Year-round, The Villages is in need of gift cards, in any dollar amount, to support the youth and families we serve, making sure they have the groceries, transportation, school supplies, clothing and medication they need to succeed. The Villages 3833 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208 317.775.6500 villageskids.org Facebook: @villageskids Twitter: @villageskids
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THE WOODARD/VAN RIPER FAMILY FOUNDATION Who we are: We are unique! The Woodard/Van Riper Family Foundation partners with local charities and financially supports them to succeed with their individual missions.
$5,000). Charities who placed fourth to 14th in the Road Rally were each awarded $2,000. They were WFYI, Patachou Foundation, The Villages of Indiana, Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Humane Society of Indianapolis, IMPD Horse Patrol, Damar Foundation, Near North Development Corporation, Heartland Film Festival, Indiana Landmarks Foundation and Stoked. How we affect the community: We get involved! We are deeply passionate about improving our local community. We are not a typical charity, but a family foundation that is a provider to charities. We make an impact. We support smaller charities, so when they receive a donation, it makes both a big impact with them and to those they are helping. Our goal is to get young people involved as well. By establishing the Road Rally event, second and third generations of the Woodard/Van Riper family proactively get involved with multiple charities. We’re helping teach “the art of giving back”!
What we do: We rally! Some charities are driven, other charities drive to success! We encourage charity personnel and their boards of directors to work together as teams and get to know each other better by creatively solving a driving, road sign quest. We host The Woodard/Van Riper Family Foundation Charity Road Rally. The Rally consists of 14 charity teams who embark on a four-leg, 100-mile car drive where the passenger and driver team answer “scavenger hunt” type questions relating to road signs, interesting monuments and landmarks you might see (or not see) when going on a road trip. This unique event also fosters interaction between participating foundation teams so that everyone involved better understands each charity’s needs and mission.
How you can help: Although The Woodard/Van Riper Family Foundation is self-funded, we’re always interested in sharing ideas and resources on how to make our city and surrounding towns better places to work, live and dream!
Why we’re important: We bring charities together! We help charities get to know one another in a competitive and social setting. Too often charities are competing for the same donors. By bringing 14 charities together to compete at a weekend event, charities get to better know each other. By bringing charities together, the safety net to our community grows wider and stronger than may have been the case before charity directors and teams knew each other by name. There were lots of winners in the 2017 Road Rally. First place went to the National Junior Tennis League (awarded $10,000), second place was Coalition For Homeless Intervention & Prevention (awarded $7,500) and third place went to College Mentors For Kids (awarded
Woodard/Van Riper Family Foundation The Stutz Business Center 1060 N. Capitol Av., Ste. C-200 Indianapolis, IN 46204 317.488.7373 turnerwoodard.com/turners-philanthropy.php Turner J.R. Woodard, President Turner John Woodard, Vice President Taylor Woodard, Secretary and Treasurer
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MARCH 3
Trivia Night to benefit Sycamore School, sycamoreschool.org/trivianight
3
The Reel West exhibit exploring Hollywood Western films opens, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
3
15th Annual Beach Ball, to benefit Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, Grand Hall, Indiana State Fairgrounds, morninglightinc.org
3
Fight For Air Climb, Salesforce Tower, fightforairclimb.org
3
Ascent 121 Human Trafficking Prevention Training (adult program), Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, candlesholocaustmuseum.org/visit/programs.html
6
Chosen to Die, Destined to Live: The Story of Rwandan Genocide Survivor Frida Umuhoza, Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, candlesholocaustmuseum.org/visit/programs.html
9
Big Red Liquors’ Noble Evening in the Garden presented by The National Bank of Indianapolis (Preview Gala to the Indiana Flower and Patio Show), Indiana State Fairgrounds Expo Hall and West Pavilion, mynoblelife.org
10-11
Eiteljorg presents silent film double-feature with live ICO accompaniment, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, icomusic.org
10
Curiosity, Courage, Challenge: Middle School Girls STEM Conference, Sycamore School, sycamoreschool.org/girlsconference
12
Sneak Peek: Appreciating Art for 2- to 4-year-old children, Sycamore School, sycamoreschool.org/sneakpeek
16
Big Read program speaker and author Julie Otsuka: “When the Emperor was Divine,” Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, vigo.lib.in.us/events
18-4/18
Mission Possible: Campaign for Kids, youcaring.com/assistanceleagueofindianapolisoperationschoolbell-756753
23-25
Indianapolis Opera presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific, Schrott Center for the Arts/Butler University, indyopera.org
24
Celebrate Ability with Easterseals Crossroads presented by Community Health Network, Indiana Roof Ballroom, eastersealscrossroads.org
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Dr. Sue Matheson lecture about film director John Ford and gallery tour, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
APRIL 5
Mohican Songs of the Spirit: Bill Miller concert and panel discussion, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
6
Timmy Global Health Annual Gala, Biltwell Event Center, timmyglobalhealth.org/get-involved/2018-gala
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APRIL continued 7
Ascent 121 Human Trafficking Prevention Training (student program), Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, candlesholocaustmuseum.org/learn/youth-board
8
Sundays at The Basile, Resident Artist Recital, Basile Opera Center, indyopera.org
13
Concert with Raymond Meade, songwriter and performer of “The Railway People,” Terre Haute Brewing Company, candlesholocaustmuseum.org
14
Yom HaShoah Candle Lighting and Commemoration, Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, candlesholocaustmuseum.org/visit/programs.html
14
Terre Haute premiere of “Eva,” new documentary about Eva Kor, Indiana State University, candlesholocaustmuseum.org
14
New exhibit opens, Interwoven: Native American Basketry from the Mel and Joan Perelman Collection, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
14-15
Eiteljorg presents Indianapolis Women’s Chorus performance about pioneering women, Who We Are: She, Eiteljorg Museum, indianapoliswomenschorus.org
20
Spring Exhibition Opening, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org
20
A Future United, Celebrating United Way of Central Indiana’s 100th Anniversary, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, uwci.org/100
20
Christamore House Guild’s Book & Author Benefit Luncheon, Indiana Roof Ballroom, christamoreguild.org
21
Eiteljorg’s Spring Market of handmade art by regional artists, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
21
Matt Breman Memorial Run4Kids, Downtown Canal at Ohio Street River Basin, villageskids.org
21
Plane Pull, Republic Airways Hangar, indywish.org
22
Naked Monkey Brunch Run 5K presented by 92.3 wtts to benefit Morning Light community programs for hospice and senior residents, The Rathskeller, 317.218.7554
25-26
26th Annual ArtReach Exhibition Opening, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org
25-29
Around the Community, Around the Clock, jlindy.org
26
Fairbanks Circle of Hope Dinner, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, fairbankscd.org/our-events/circle-of-hope
26
Dining Out For Life 2018, 50+ restaurants in Indianapolis Metro Area, diningoutforlife.com/indianapolis
27
An Evening for Autism benefitting The Independence Academy, Renaissance Hotel, Carmel, iaindiana.org
28
Cowpokes & Cocktails charitable gala fundraiser to benefit Eiteljorg educational programs, Fitness Farm, eiteljorg.org
28
Gathering of Goddesses and Gods, plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-indiana-kentucky/ get-involved-locally/ways-to-mingle/gathering-of-goddesses-and-gods
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A Day of Tea, Fashion & More! to benefit Children’s Dyslexia Center of Indianapolis, Scottish Rite
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APRIL continued Cathedral, cdcoi.org/wordpress/annual-fundraiser
MAY 3
Mass Imprisonment in America: The Story of Sam Mihara, Japanese Internment Survivor (part of The Big Read), Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center, candlesholocaustmuseum.org/visit/programs.html
4
Gallery talk on history of the Eiteljorg with museum President and CEO John Vanausdall, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
8
Children’s TherAplay #Horsepower500, Carmel, childrenstheraplay.org
9
5th Annual 500 Prelude Benefitting the Survivors of Violence Foundation, Prime 47 Steakhouse, 500prelude.org
11
Lung Force Luncheon, Conrad Hotel, Indianapolis, lung.org
18
OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair Preview Party, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org/braf
18
Cocktail reception celebrating opening of exhibit, Harry Fonseca: The Art of Living, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
19
Contemporary Native art exhibit Harry Fonseca: The Art of Living opens to public Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
19-20
OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org/braf
20
Spring Showcase, Scottish Rite Cathedral Theatre, indianaballetconservatory.org
24
2018 Annual Golf Outing to benefit Habitat For Humanity Hamilton County, Purgatory Golf Club, Noblesville, for more information, contact outreach@habitathamiltoncounty.org
JUNE 5
Noble Golf Classic, Sagamore Golf Club, Noblesville, mynoblelife.org
7
The Caroline Symmes Celebrity Softball Challenge, Victory Field, indywish.org
8 & 10
The Magic Flute, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, The Hilbert Circle Theatre, indyopera.org
16
Juneteenth Celebration, music, dance, cultural performances, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
17-22
Hear Indiana Listening & Spoken Language Camp for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children, Happy Hollow Children's Camp, Nashville, IN, hearindiana.org/camp
18
St. Joseph Institute Annual Golf Event, Broadmoor Country Club, eventsforsjikids.org
21
Gala honoring Mel and Joan Perelman, donors of the Interwoven: Native American Basketry exhibit, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
21
Inside the Bottle (ITB) At Lucas Estate, Carmel, otbonline.org
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Art from the Heartland and SMART/SMART+ Exhibition Opening, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org
23
Preview Party for artists, collectors, museum friends, Indian Market and Festival, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
23-24
Indy Mega Adoption Event, Indiana State Fairgrounds, indymegaadoptionevent.org
23-24
26th annual Indian Market and Festival with Native fine art sales, live music and cultural presentations, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
JULY 13
A Night At The Barre Summer Gala, indianaballetconservatory.org
16
Magic Thread Cabaret Benefit, Glossbrenner Mansion, kleinandalvarez.com
25
Family Night at Victory Field, villageskids.org
AUGUST 13
Wish Golf Classic, Sagamore Golf Club, indywish.org
16
4th Annual Rolling For Hope to benefit Morning Light community programs for hospice and senior residents, Pinheads, Carmel, morninglightinc.org
18
ArtSparkle, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org/artsparkle
24
Fuelicious, Lucas Oil Estate, indywish.org
24
IMPD Horse Patrol Association Polo Event, Hickory Hall Polo Club, impdmountedpatrol.org
30
Celebrate the Life Ahead Gala, Conrad Indianapolis, exodusrefugee.org
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2018 Raising Roofs Gala to benefit Habitat for Humanity Hamilton County, Prime 47 Steakhouse, Carmel, for more information, contact outreach@habitathamiltoncounty.org
SEPTEMBER Fall 2018 Children’s TherAplay Hoe-Down, Carmel, childrenstheraplay.org 7-8
Quest for the West Art Show and Sale, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
7
Sixth Annual Evening with Penrod, IMA, penrod.org
8
Hear Indiana 5K, 10K, Kids Run & Carnival, Ft. Harrison State Park, hearindiana.org
8
52nd Annual Penrod Arts Fair, IMA, penrod.org
9 -10/7
Quest for the West art exhibit, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
15
Songbook Celebration Gala, thecenterpresents.org
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SEPTEMBER continued 15
Portrait of Wishes Ball, Hyatt Regency, indywish.org
20
The Villages’ Annual Golf Classic, Broadmoor Country Club, villageskids.org
22
Carmel International Arts Festival, Art & Design District, Downtown Carmel, carmelartsfestival.org
22
Art Rocks! Street Party, Arts & Design District, Downtown Carmel, carmelartsfestival.org
OCTOBER TBD
Christamore House Guild’s Fall Fundraiser, christamoreguild.org (Date to be 10/18 or 11/18)
13-14
Indy Mega Adoption Event, Indiana State Fairgrounds, indymegaadoptionevent.org
19
Annual Faculty Show and Skip McKinney Faculty of the Year Exhibition Opening, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org
20
31st Annual Grande Masquerade, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, damien.org/grande-masquerade
27
Day of the Dead celebration, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
NOVEMBER 3
Evening of Promise Gala, JW Marriott, lung.org
10
Reopening of reimagined Western Art Galleries, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
14-18
Holiday Mart, Elements Blue Ribbon Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, jlindy.org
16
Raising the Stakes for Noble, The Crane Bay Event Center, mynoblelife.org
17-1/21
Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure, a holiday tradition, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
DECEMBER 1
Eiteljorg’s Winter Market, handmade art and unique holiday gifts by regional artists, Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org
6
Christmas in the Kitchen, Hyatt Regency, indywish.org
13-16
Indiana Ballet Conservatory presents The Nutcracker, Newfields The Toby Theater, indianaballetconservatory.org
14
81st Annual Student Show, Indianapolis Art Center, indplsartcenter.org/studentshow
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