Fairbanks leader Cross stepping down after impressive run
When Helene Cross arrived to lead Fairbanks Addiction Treatment Center in 2001, the alcohol and drug rehabilitation hospital was as sick financially as its patients were physically.
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NFP of NOTE: HVAF of Indiana Inc.
HVAF of Indiana is dedicated to eliminating homelessness for veterans and their families through prevention, education, supportive services and advocacy.
Report: Charitable donations ticked up in 2011
Charitable giving grew 4 percent nationally in 2011, but the increase was less than 1 percent after adjusting for inflation, according to a report released Tuesday by the Giving USA Foundation and The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.
NFP of NOTE: Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Indiana Chapter
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation's mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.
Little Red Door absorbs program of group that’s disbanding
Fishers-based Cancer-Free Lungs decided last year it was ready to shut down.
Gay youth group appeals license plate revocation
The American Civil Liberties Union is representing the Indiana Youth Group in its appeal of the state's March decision, arguing the BMV selectively enforced the policy that led to the ban.
Largest senior center in city to close at end of month
Indianapolis Senior Center, 708 E. Michigan St., is directing clients to other agencies for meals, transportation and other services the center has provided since 1962.
NFP of NOTE: Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis
Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis believes that every young person deserves to live a life filled with hope and opportunity.
NFP of NOTE: Cornea Research Foundation of America
The Cornea Research Foundation of America is a not-for-profit clinical research organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of vision.
Community foundations recovering from recession
Many have bounced back and report asset levels that exceed their 2007 highs.
NFP of NOTE: Partners In Housing
Partners In Housing assists the homeless and people with special needs by eliminating barriers to safe, affordable housing through the creation of beneficial partnerships.
Damien Center pays off building mortgage
Agency that offers HIV- and AIDS-related services owns its headquarters free and clear after $3 million capital campaign.
NFP OF NOTE: Horizon House
Horizon House provides direct support to persons who are homeless.
Not-for-profit aims to unite city’s sports-related businesses
A new not-for-profit organization looking to connect Indianapolis area sports-minded businesses is already attracting dozens of members.
Agency increases effort to help state’s artisans sell wares
Three years after budget cuts threatened the state-run Indiana Artisan program, the newly independent organization is moving ahead with ambitious plans to broaden its reach—and help artists and food producers build their businesses.
Funding challenges sideline not-for-profit award program
The Indiana Achievement Awards is going on what organizers called a “sabbatical,” though its return isn’t guaranteed. The change is the result of a loss in grant funding for all not-for-profit programs at the IUPUI Solution Center, which organized the awards.
Hoops fans funnel energy into giving
Brackets for Good pits one not-for-profit against another in an NCAA-tournament style fundraising competition.
Anti-bullying group hopes to hire 600 telemarketers
Indianapolis-based Bully Prevention Alliance said the contractors will receive commissions for soliciting donations by telephone for the fledgling not-for-profit that aims to prevent bullying in schools.
Local Komen event feels fallout from controversy
With the pace of registrations down 30 percent, local Race for the Cure organizers are pleading with past supporters not to sit out this year’s event, regardless of their feelings about Susan G. Komen national policies involving Planned Parenthood.