United Way divvies up $5.8M in homelessness funds to 20 groups
Twenty local agencies that help fight homelessness will receive $5.8 million in federal stimulus funds, the United Way of
Central Indiana announced today.
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Little Red Door names new leader
The Little Red Door cancer agency has hired Fred Duncan, the chief fund-raiser at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, as its new
executive director, the not-for-profit announced today.
Homeless youth ministry wins promo video
The local video production company Bennett Innovations will donate a $25,000 custom video to Outreach
Inc., a Christian organization that ministers to homeless youth.
Charities gear up to provide school supplies, clothes
Two local organizations are trying to outfit thousands of kids before Indianapolis-area schools begin classes in August.
Second Helpings replaces gala with ‘Harvest at Home’ event
Second Helpings has moved its fundraiser to its near east-side food pantry and slashed prices in recognition of the economic
climate.
If Pacers left, would these kids get help they need?
Combined forcesâ??the gifts of time, treasure and inspiration from the athlete in concert with the programming, dedication and outreach of community leadersâ??can change the direction of young lives.
Joy’s House hopes registry will click with donors
Joy’s House has created a registry at www.spreadingjoy.org. Donors can choose an item as expensive as a new sofa, or as
modest as a cookie sheet with the assurance that their money will be used specifically to buy that item.
NFP of NOTE: Arthritis Foundation Indiana chapter
The Indiana chapter of the Arthritis Foundation works to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure
of arthritis and related diseases.
Anthem gift will sponsor resource guide for seniors
Thanks to a $45,390 grant from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield,
the Central Indiana Council on Aging will offer seniors more information and support via its Web site.
Little Red Door experiences second recent change in leadership
Little Red Door cancer agency is conducting its second search for an executive director in six months, since Mary Beth Tuohy resigned in March.
Annual call for women’s suits takes on new urgency
Dress for Success Indianapolis is once again asking professional women to comb their closets for a spare suit.
NFP of NOTE: Sheltering Wings
Sheltering Wings provides emergency housing for women and children suffering from any form of domestic abuse.
Reeve Foundation backs athletes with disabilities
The Reeve foundation is supporting the Brawlers this year with a $16,645 grant to Rehabilitation Hospitals of Indiana Sports
Program.
Pulliam Trust steps up aid for needy people
The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust will give $2.27 million to human service organizations, which are dealing with increased
demand for food and shelter as people lose their jobs, or their homes to foreclosure
NFP of NOTE: Dads Inc.
Dads Inc. provides support and education for fathers to develop healthy relationships and positive involvement in the lives
of their children.
Girl Scouts taught lifelong lessons
Some of Indiana’s most high-profile women have something in common beyond their gender and community status: They were Girl
Scouts.
Hall of Fame stories teach lessons
Judging acts of heroism for the American Red Cross Hall of Fame program is always an education and inspiration. It’s powerful stuff to read about professionals going above and beyond the call of duty and about ordinary citizens stepping outside their comfort zones on impulse to save a fellow human being. This year, it struck […]
Pulliam Trust sponsors support for addicts
The recovery experts at Fairbanks Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center last year launched a recovery management program, thanks to a $200,000 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust.
NFP of NOTE: Fairbanks
Fairbanks is focused on recovery from alcohol and other drug problems, serving as a resource to improve the well-being
of individuals, families and communities by offering hope and support through its programs and services.