Study reveals military veterans’ attitudes about community service
There is a connection between military service and civic engagement for some groups of veterans, but the overall relationship is not that robust.
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Junior Achievement says ex-CEO acted solo
Junior Achievement’s attorneys paint the not-for-profit's ex-CEO as something of a renegade to bolster their defense in an ongoing lawsuit by another former executive.
Parks Foundation plans east-side farm for Gleaners
The Indianapolis Parks Foundation plans to use a $150,000 grant from Indiana University Health to start an organic farm on the east side of the city benefiting Gleaners Food Bank.
Second Helpings names CEO
Second Helpings named Jennifer Vigran, a human resources professional and past board member, its new CEO.
City-County Council OKs new crime grants board
The Indianapolis Parks Foundation will administer the city's tax-supported crime grants program, under a proposal approved Monday night 26-0 by the City-County Council.
NFP of NOTE: Joy’s House
Joy’s House is committed to supporting families by providing exceptional adult day service.
Water playground proposed for far-east side park
Splash zone is among several improvements slated for German Church and 30th Park, a few of which will be considered Thursday by the Metropolitan Development Commission’s hearing examiner.
Council may give up crime-grant duty to Parks Foundation
Under a proposal on its way to the City-County Council, the Indianapolis Parks Foundation would oversee millions of dollars in tax-supported grants for crime prevention.
Indianapolis business community pitches in for Ugandan school
Building Tomorrow, which builds schools in Africa, usually finds its support on college campuses.
American Legion HQ changes membership tactics
In a move to shore up American Legion’s bottom line, the organization is holding back thousands of new members—along with their dues—from state affiliates.
Ex-Emmis exec uses estate toolkit to fund Butler venue
Howard Schrott will provide $6.5 million toward the $13 million performing-arts building.
NPF of NOTE: Central Indiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
The mission of the Central Indiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all, and energizing science to find the cures.
Missionary group says vendor holding website hostage
Evangelical Baptist Missions Inc. says its former IT vendor is holding its website hostage—potentially hampering the safety of people working abroad.
Report: Gifts to universities flat despite market recovery
College fundraising was flat during the 2010 fiscal year as a recovering stock market failed to instill donors with confidence. But Indiana University bucked the trend.
NFP of NOTE: Trusted Mentors
Trusted Mentors uses the power of mentoring to help adults establish stable lives by reducing the chaos brought about by poverty, homelessness, under-employment, and the effects of incarceration.
Mayor OKs school for students with learning disabilities
If approved by the City-County Council, the new Damar Charter Academy would open later this fall. It would specialize in students with significant cognitive, behavioral or developmental challenges, including those on the autism spectrum.
Salvation Army reaches holiday goal after late surge
The Salvation Army of Indiana announced Wednesday morning that it reached its holiday fundraising goal of $2.93 million after a last-minute appeal.
Peace gardens slated for downtown
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail being built through the heart of downtown will include sculptural gardens dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. and Abraham Lincoln, an extension of the $2 million Glick Peace Walk.
NFP of NOTE: Camptown Inc.
Camptown challenges, mentors and teaches youth about life through outdoor adventure and nature programs that help build confidence, character and hope.
Gleaners capital campaign raises $12.3 million
Gleaners Food Bank is wrapping up an ambitious capital campaign, announcing Wednesday that it has exceeded its goal despite the difficult economic environment.