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Trade group launches to advocate for Indiana’s creative economy

June 3, 2026
Joey Harris

The Creative Economy Leadership Alliance Inc., or CELA, aims to elevate the voice of the creative industry in legislative, policy and economic development conversations.

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Indianapolis-based Fathers and Families Center announces $5.5M campaign, new location

June 3, 2026
Daniel Bradley

The organization has already raised $3.9 million for its campaign with gifts from Eli Lilly and Co. Foundation, United Way of Central Indiana and other groups.

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Lesley Gordon takes on creative work as GangGang’s first executive director

May 28, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Former IndyGo and the Indiana State Fair staffer Lesley Gordon is the first executive director of creative advocacy agency GangGang.

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Second Helpings leader Linda Broadfoot stepping down

April 29, 2026 | IBJ Staff

The hunger-relief organization said it would launch a national search for a new CEO as it enters “a pivotal moment” in its history.

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TAYLOR HALL

Rev fundraiser to feature Taylor Hall singing at IMS for the first time

April 23, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The event will spotlight a celebrity chef and more than 90 local restaurants, but the night also features bands, DJs and visual artists.

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Women’s Fund of Central Indiana rebrands, expands statewide

March 30, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The transition reflects both urgent need and direct feedback from women, the foundation said in announcing the change.

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Goodwill Legacy Group is latest step in local nonprofit’s growth

March 27, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

The network is expected to expand proven Goodwill programs into new communities.

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IBJ Media, NCAA and Indiana Sports Corp. name 10 for Be Better Awards

March 23, 2026 | Holly Hays

The late Jim Morris frequently challenged himself and those around him to “be better,” and the award seeks to recognize those in Indianapolis who embrace his dedication to faith, family, friends, community and vocation.

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BIGGER PICTURE SHOW

‘Bigger Picture’ poster exhibition highlights Hollywood’s animal magnetism

March 19, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The event organized by Indianapolis-based Lodge Design & Marketing serves as a fundraiser for the upcoming Indy Film Fest.

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After series of mergers, Indy Goodwill leads launch of Goodwill Legacy Group

March 16, 2026 | Holly Hays

The Indianapolis-based nonprofit network is expected to expand proven Goodwill programs into new communities.

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IBJ Podcast: Originally on path to be preacher, Damar CEO leads efforts to aid thousands per day

March 9, 2026 | Mason KingMason King

Over Jim Dalton’s 24 years as a Damar executive, the nonprofit’s annual budget has increased from about $4 million to more than $140 million, and its employee count has swelled from 67 to about 1,400.

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Frustrations remain for forest alliance even after shifting strategies

February 6, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The group wants the city to dedicate funding to buy forested areas, to protect them from private development.

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John Green

Green brothers’ studio becomes nonprofit as they aim to make ‘trustworthy content’ online

February 4, 2026 | Associated Press

Indianapolis author John Green and his brother, Hank, operate educational media company Complexly, which has garnered billions of views through web series that explain just about every classroom subject from animal biology to Latin American literature.

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Eskenazi Health Foundation names new CEO

January 21, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

The new hire succeeds Ernest Vargo II, who retired Jan. 15 after serving as CEO for 15 years.

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Community Health Network Foundation CEO Joyce Irwin to retire

January 14, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

During Irwin’s time with Community, the Foundation has raised more than $137 million in donations to be distributed to programs across Community Health Network.

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Nonprofit group Indy Women in Tech disbands after 9-year run

January 5, 2026 | Susan OrrSusan Orr

Indy Women in Tech was formed in 2016 to encourage women and girls to enter science, technology, engineering and math careers.

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Indy-based, foster youth-focused nonprofit faces $600K state, federal funding loss

December 23, 2025 | Taylor Wooten

The cuts, which represent about 12% of Foster Success’ budget for its Indiana programs, will curb access to basic needs assistance, education and job training, financial empowerment and networking.

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Former nonprofit exec gets 33 months in prison, ordered to repay more than $2M

December 22, 2025 | Daniel Carson, The Indiana Lawyer

Authorities said the woman diverted company funds to pay personal expenses, such as credit card bills, golf equipment, wine and luxury travel, including an 11-day stay at the Four Seasons in Hawaii.

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NEIDHAMMER COFFEE

Neidhammer Coffee Co. to close amid nonprofit owner’s funding crisis

December 22, 2025 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The nonprofit 91 Place—which purchased Neidhammer Coffee Co. in 2023—is also seeking support to continue offering places to stay for young adults affected by homelessness, trafficking and violence.

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Most US adults aren’t making year-end charitable contributions, poll finds

December 22, 2025 | Associated Press

December serves as a deadline of sorts for donors, with the National Philanthropic Trust estimating that nearly one-third of annual giving happens in the final month.

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Nate Feltman and Mickey Maurer: Mickey’s Camp: A final summer and a lasting legacy

December 19, 2025 | Nate Feltman and Mickey MaurerMickey Maurer

Mickey’s Camp was never meant to be perpetual. It was meant to be meaningful.

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Mission-driven Indy furniture maker partners with national distributor

December 18, 2025 | Taylor Wooten

In reaching its first large-scale supply agreement, Purposeful Design intends to further its mission of training and employing men who have experienced homelessness and addiction.

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