Fairbanks Foundation gives $20M to IUPUI public health school
The Indianapolis-based Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation is contributing $20 million to support IUPUI’s effort to open
a school of public health.
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Simon Youth Foundation hires Hetrick to handle national branding, marketing
Simon Youth Foundation, a local not-for-profit, helps at-risk high school students across the country by partnering with local
school systems.
Former reporter leaves IU journalism school $1M
IU says the gift from Frank Arganbright was the first single donation of at least $1 million for scholarships from an individual
in the history of the journalism school.
Not-for-profits reach out to younger donors and volunteers
Charities and not-for-profits are trying to broaden their appeal to younger adults without turning off older stalwarts.
IRS rules might solve not-for-profit mystery
New filing requirement promises real numbers, but compliance is weak.
Miller brothers who shared in fortune fighting over $3 million
J. Irwin Miller’s two sons have been battling for years over who should have paid expenses on the wealthy Columbus family’s
homes and businesses, but their fight isn’t about the money—especially after they inherited at least $20 million
apiece.
Not-for-profit Leadership Ventures calling it quits
Local organization that helped other not-for-profits attributes June 30 closing to economic downturn.
NFP of NOTE: Girls Incorporated of Greater Indianapolis
Girls Incorporated of Greater Indianapolis inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold.
LEADING QUESTIONS: Goodwill boss on lessons learned
Jim McClelland of Goodwill Industries picks his favorite book on management
and explains how he righted his biggest wrong turns.
Indiana BMV OKs 11 new specialty license plates
Indiana drivers last year purchased more than 400,000 specialty plates, generating more than $10 million for sponsoring groups.
Anti-development property owner gives homestead to local land trust
A 16-acre wood nestled against the White River and surrounded by the Keystone at the Crossing shopping center will become
a public nature preserve.
Grameen Bank might open here, providing small loans that add up
Bangladesh-based Grameen Bank, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning financial institution that developed the concept of life-changing
micro loans for the poor, is contemplating opening its third U.S. branch in Indianapolis.
Girl Scouts of Central Indiana moving to new headquarters
CEO Deborah Hearn Smith said the move will eventually bring a cost savings, but it has other benefits.
Girl Scouts to sell Boone County camp, three others
The Girl Scouts of Central Indiana says a study found that the four sites need significant renovations to reach current safety
codes.
Habitat foreclosures on rise
So far this year, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis has filed six foreclosure suits, more than in any of the past
five years. The organization also repossessed four houses as a result of the prior year’s foreclosures. In a typical year,
CEO Dean Illingworth said, Indy Habitat takes back one or two houses, so the recent uptick is troubling.
Arts Council hopes move, emphasis on donors will help with finances
The Arts Council of Indianapolis soon will move its office from Monument Circle to a smaller space on Pennsylvania
Street with an adjacent gallery. The move is symbolic of the council’s ongoing reinvention, as well as the financial
reality driving that effort.
HICKS: State lucky to have community foundations
A good community foundation knows when there is an unmet need. After faith-based organizations, nobody is closer to understanding immediate needs better than a strong community foundation.
Timmy Foundation to absorb doctor’s Nigerian mission
The foundation, founded by Dr. Chuck Dietzen, will absorb the Mercy Foundation, started by Dr. Mercy Obeime, in July.
NFP of NOTE: Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana seeks to end hunger by engaging individuals and communities to provide food for people in need.
LEADING QUESTIONS: Literacy leader pens success story
Indy Reads' Travis DiNicola empowers employees by preaching an entrepreneurial mindset.