Stories of Change

The Curb-Cut Effect: a Benefit for Us All

October 25, 2021 The Curb-Cut Effect is a brilliant illustration of how a benefit bestowed on a small group of people has the power to spread opportunity up and outward to the larger population. Initially created to improve accessibility to people using wheelchairs, the curb cut unintentionally improved accessibility to all. Tashi Copeland, communications manager, explores the history of the curb cut and how the lessons learned from its wide adoption can be applied to other acts of equity.Read More.

Q&A with Dionne Griffiths

October 14, 2021 Dionne is the new grants officer at CICF. In this role she serves as liaison between not-for-profit organizations, the community and CICF leadership with a particular focus on the organization's responsive grantmaking efforts. She manages a diverse portfolio, advises on grantmaking processes and provides guidance to organizations applying for grants.Read More.

Our road forward

October 8, 2021 As we continue to navigate through this global pandemic, it is important to keep in mind that not all residents of Central Indiana will have an equitable return to normalcy once COVID is behind us. While many will begin that daily commute to the office, others will wake up still searching for employment, a safe place to live, or their next warm meal. As we begin to embrace family and friends once more, some will mourn the loss of a loved one. A return to normalcy will be difficult—if not im…Read More.

Violent Crime Prevention Program Accepting Applications

October 6, 2021 The Violent Crime Prevention Grant Program is accepting applications now through Nov. 5 for its 2021-2022 funding round. The program is funded from public resources allocated annually by the Indianapolis-Marion County City-County Council and administered by The Indianapolis Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF).  Read More.

Staff Spotlight: Sarah Weaver

October 5, 2021 CICF’s vice president of development and strategy, Rob MacPherson, recently sat down for a conversation with Sarah Weaver, director of charitable gift planning & legal counsel.Read More.

Innovation and Transformation: A Recap of the Festival of Philanthropy

September 28, 2021 The event—sponsored by Hylant Group, Inc—served both as a grand opening of the innovative co-working and meeting space, the Collaboration Hub, and a not-for-profit showcase. Despite the weather conditions, the organizations and guests persevered for the evening. While guests dined on cuisine and beverages from Ritz Charles’ Simply Served Catering, the attendees had the opportunity to learn and engage with the participating organizations making transformative changes in our communi…Read More.