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Public Transit is More than a Bus Line—it can be a Lifeline

August 15, 2022 A real problem is people don’t recognize the importance of transportation unless they don’t have access to a personal vehicle. *Insert nervous laugh as I look around the room guiltily.  When you’ve always had your own vehicle, you don’t even consider what life would be like without…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 o…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 bik…Read More.

Fishers Arts Council discovers the intersection of art and community

July 18, 2022 After an interview with Fishers Arts Council about transitioning into the Collaboration Hub from Fishers City Hall, we focus in on how art has meaning for a community's identity. As a recap, the Fishers Arts Council's monthly galleries and receptions are being held at the Collaboration Hub (the H…Read More.

Fishers Arts Council’s Galleries Find a Home at the Collaboration Hub

July 13, 2022 In a conversation with Fishers Arts Council (FAC), we discuss the move to the Collaboration Hub and why art found a place in the community Beginning in June 2022, the Fishers Arts Council‘s monthly galleries and receptions have been held at the Collaboration Hub (the Hub) located at Hamilto…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 well…Read More.