The Indianapolis Foundation

Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating Latinx Leaders in Philanthropy

October 5, 2022 -by Gabrielle Sanchez Steenberger Communications Associate, CICF In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, I sat down with Fabio Yataco, community leadership officer at The Indianapolis Foundation, who has been recognized several times as a leader in our philanthropic community. He recently joined the Líderes  (leaders) fellowship,—a program created by Hispanics in Philanthropy—that celebrates and connects […]Read More.

The Indianapolis Foundation-City-Cummins partnership helps strengthen neighborhoods, not-for-profits and residents with $3M, three-year investment

September 20, 2022 The Indianapolis Foundation has launched Neighborhood Empowerment Pathways, a three-year, $3 million partnership with Cummins, Inc. and The City of Indianapolis to sustain grassroots not-for-profits that are closest to the community’s assets and challenges, and through their proximity, uniquely positioned to supply solutions and seize opportunities. The partnership makes possible trainings, such as Executive Mindset, Strategic Planning for Grassroots and Community-Based Organizations, and D…Read More.

African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis Announces $100k Grant Opportunity

September 9, 2022 The African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis (AALFI), a major fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF), has announced a $100,000 grant opportunity for one organization addressing wealth-building and preservation activities in the local Black community.Read More.

CICF Philanthropic Collaborative Shares Progress on Equity Journey 

July 27, 2022 —by Brian Payne, President and CEO, Central Indiana Community Foundation  In 2018, the Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) philanthropic collaborative, including The Indianapolis Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation and Women’s Fund of Central Indiana, made a promise to our community—to make Central Indiana a place where everyone has an equitable opportunity to reach their full […]Read More.

Your Story, Our Community: FreeWheelin’ Community Bikes

July 27, 2022 By Tashi Copeland  Near the corner of Fairfield and Central Avenue in Indianapolis, you’ll see a building adorned with a bright yellow sign and free-styled letters with three words—Freewheelin’ Community Bikes. As you enter the shop, you’ll find yourself encased with an assortment of bikes, greeted by an enthusiastic staff. But what you’ll also find […]Read More.

Mayor Joe Hogsett, The Indianapolis Foundation announce recipients of Elevation Grants

July 5, 2022 Today, Mayor Joe Hogsett and The Indianapolis Foundation announced 31 recipients for the first round of funding from the Elevation Grant Program. This round, $4,318,539 will go towards projects focused on thriving neighborhoods, empowering youth, and restoration and resilience through mental wellness. Previously known as the Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program, the Elevation Grant Program will invest $45 million in neighborhoods over the next three years to address root causes of violent cr…Read More.