More big donors want to be anonymous
Some public interest groups say the rising tide of anonymous gifts to not-for-profits can lead to potential fraud or dark-money abuses, so the groups have pushed to require institutions to list their big givers.
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Indiana Landmarks receives $10M Lilly grant for Sacred Places program
The Indianapolis-based organization says the funding will expand training opportunities, build congregational capacities, and assist with stewardship of historic churches.
AmazonSmile’s end is alarming, say not-for-profits that benefited
The e-commerce giant had launched AmazonSmile in 2013, contributing 0.5% of every purchase made by participating customers to the charity of their choosing.
Lilly Endowment provides $20M grant to help youth-support workers
A coalition of five agencies in Indiana that serve youth plans to use the grant to support the well-being of professionals in the industry.
Gold and black brings in plenty of green
Altogether, not-for-profit institutions in Indiana landed 54 gifts of $1 million or more in 2022, for a total of $241 million, or nearly 8% higher than a year ago. Purdue University received five of the top 10 donations.
Tamika Catchings deepens community ties with tea shops, plans for gym
The former Indiana Fever star—now a business owner, mentor, arts patron, community leader and philanthropist—is opening her third Tea’s Me and partnering with the MLK Center Indy on a neighborhood basketball gym.
Indiana Senate panel advances bill protecting donor privacy
Not-for-profit organizations in Indiana would be permitted to keep the identity of their members and donors secret under a bill now advancing through the Indiana General Assembly.
Three new art installations planned for 100 Acres park at Newfields
A $3 million gift from life science entrepreneur Kent Hawryluk is spurring the addition of the sculptures at the park known as 100 Acres.
Holiday Wish List for Dec. 23, 2022
The following is a list of Indianapolis-area not-for-profits and the things each needs most. Wish List is our effort to help connect not-for-profits with people who can help them. Anyone who wishes to contribute should contact the organization directly.
How not-for-profits help millions tackle their medical debt
Millions of Americans have had medical debt paid by not-for-profits that receive increased support from a wide variety of grantmakers and donors, including MacKenzie Scott.
Q&A: Foundation president focuses on Hoosier health
As president of Indiana University Health Foundation, Crystal Miller oversees $300 million in net assets and 50 employees.
Lilly Endowment gives $39M to museums for religion-themed projects
Grants were awarded to institutions such as Angel Mounds State Historic Site in Evansville and Indiana University’s Lilly Library.
Indiana State University receives record donation
Indiana State University on Friday announced the largest individual donation in the school’s 157-year history after the board of trustees approved the naming of the Bailey College of Engineering and Technology on the Terre Haute campus.
Women’s Fund of Central Indiana names new president
Tamara Winfrey-Harris has been with the CICF for more than six years, most recently as vice president of people, culture & brand.
GivingTuesday raises $3.1B for charities in tough economy
The organization said this year’s totals marked the largest amount donated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving since the group started tracking it.
Irsay donates $1M to Indianapolis Zoo for welcome center
To be named the Indianapolis Colts Welcome Center Plaza, the area will include a visitors center housing ticketing functions, restrooms, stroller rental and other amenities for guests.
MacKenzie Scott makes unsolicited $3M donation to Indianapolis-based charter school
The gift came as a surprise to Paramount Schools of Excellence, said CEO Tommy Reddicks. The funds are already earmarked for the ongoing construction of two new school facilities.
Payne’s dual roles at CICF to become separate jobs when he retires
Brian Payne, who is retiring from his longtime roles as CEO of the Central Indiana Community Foundation and president of the Indianapolis Foundation, said it was becoming clear that each position was growing into a full-time job.
FTX bankruptcy also endangers founder’s philanthropic pledges
The rapid collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX into bankruptcy last week has also shaken the world of philanthropy, due to the tens of millions of dollars in financial pledges and influence of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried in the “effective altruism” movement.
With new funding, Kheprw seeks to develop Black entrepreneurs
An organization focused on empowering Black residents in Indianapolis has received a huge boost as one of the first recipients of funding through the Indianapolis African American Quality of Life initiatives.