2021: Our Road to Equity—a Year in Review
2020 was a year filled with unique challenges, some that were incredibly unexpected and others that were previously ignored by too many for too long. Within these challenges is profound tragedy and loss. There also lies an incredible opportunity to collectively learn how we as a community—and as a foundation—can do better. This year has proven that our commitment to equity and reconciliation is in direct alignment with what is needed to make our community in Central Indiana a place where …Read More.
The Willie T. Donald Exoneration Coalition & Fund
23 years, 10 months and 25 days in prison for crimes he did not commit. In the state of Indiana, inmates who are found guilty are offered reintegration services after their release from prison, however, those who are discovered to be innocent and therefore exonerated, often after years of imprisonment, are not offered any such […]Read More.
CICF announces historic investment in trails and greenways
$25 million Lilly Endowment grant supports partnership with the City of Indianapolis for design, construction, and community engagement and support Today, Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) announced it has received a $25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support the Connected Communities Initiative, a collaboration with the City of Indianapolis. The funding will significantly […]Read More.
Women’s Fund Announcement: OPTIONS Class 21
Congratulations to these extraordinary leaders in the Indianapolis community on being selected for the newest class of OPTIONS. Tamara L. Cypress CSR Lead Consultant Black Onyx Management, Inc. Danielle M. Dove Director of Marketing & Sales Indiana Repertory Theatre Nashelle Frazier Community and Economic Development Manager Fifth Third Bank Hilary Horrey Community Relations and […]Read More.