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Noble expands into eastern Indiana
Provider of employment services for people with disabilities expands services to six more counties in an effort to grow revenue.
IUPUI launches undergrad program in philanthropic studies
Indiana University's Center on Philanthropy says its program is the only one in the country that focuses on philanthropy,
as opposed to the more technical not-for-profit management offered by other universities.
Strategy key as arts groups launch simultaneous campaigns
A wave of fundraising pitches is about to wash over Indianapolis arts supporters. Five organizations either have announced
or are working toward the launch of major campaigns.
Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana copes with funding shortfall
Juli Erhart-Graves, president of the volunteer-run organization, said demand has outstripped SNSI’s ability to raise
money and win grants during the economic downturn.
After another loss, JA plans for recovery
The not-for-profit hangs its hopes on efforts including more aggressive fundraising after reporting a $389,000 deficit for
its 2010 fiscal year. “It’s been a rough spell,” said CEO Jennifer Burk.
Centers for Working Families expanding in Indianapolis
The Indianapolis chapter of Local Initiatives Support Corp. will receive $500,000 to open more of its one-stop centers that
help the working poor develop, grow and protect their assets.
NFP of NOTE: Down Syndrome Indiana
Down Syndrome Indiana is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome.
LEADING QUESTIONS: Gleaners chief gets wake-up call
CEO Pamela Altmeyer reevaluated her priorities
and decided to step down after a family tragedy and the agency's latest capital campaign.
Girl Scouts selling Zionsville tract, three others
The decision by Girl Scouts to divest the camps follows a consolidation among Girl Scouts councils nationwide in 2007 that
left the local council with a much bigger service area and more real estate.
IU sees big jump in private funding
Indiana University announced Monday that it has seen a 38 percent increase in private-sector grants and contributions from
a year ago, when such revenue declined during the recession.
LEADING QUESTIONS: Education guru’s back-to-school advice
College costs continue to soar, putting more pressure on students. Jamie Merisotis, CEO of the Lumina Foundation, offers advice on how to keep them enrolled and engaged in school.
NFP of Note: Indy Reads
Indy Reads works to improve the literacy skills
of adults in central Indiana who read or write at or below the sixth grade level.
Indianapolis City Ballet organizers proceeding slowly
Local arts patrons Jane Fortune and her longtime partner Robert Hesse started City Ballet in the spring of 2009, but it was
more of a pitch than a reality. More than a year later, organization leaders are still not sure when they will hire their
own dancers.
Mind Trust education fund launches national network
The organization uses its money to lure national reform programs like Teach for America to the city and to fund education entrepreneurship fellows to launch innovative programs for schoolchildren in Indianapolis.
Habitat for Humanity builds green house in Cottage Home historic neighborhood
The house in the 1300 block of East Ninth Street is the first low-income home in the state to achieve platinum LEED certification.
Conservancy group looks to buy Girl Scouts camp
Red-tail Conservancy director Barry Banks says the group hopes to raise the full $150,000 as soon as possible to buy the 47-acre
Camp Munsee.
Not-for-profit gambling pinched by recession
The lingering recession is cutting into the money Indiana’s not-for-profit groups generate from bingo, pull-tabs and other
gambling ventures, straining their budgets.
NFP of NOTE: Central Indiana Land Trust
Through land protection, stewardship and education, the Central Indiana Land Trust protects natural areas, improving air
and water quality and enhancing life in our communities for present and future generations.
Gleaners CEO to step down after nearly 30 years
The 63-year-old head of the central Indiana food bank plans to leave after a nationwide search for her successor. She departs
as the group ramps up plans to move into a new headquarters.