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GANGGANG is Committed to Ignite the Culture Industry

December 22, 2020 With initial investments from CICF and other leading philanthropic entities in the city, the organization seeks to promote and invest in culture entrepreneurs. And while it does support all “people of culture,” the organization has a strong slant toward racial equity. During its incubation pe…Read More.

The Neighbor Relief Fund of Marion County – summary of impact

December 16, 2020 The Neighbor Relief Fund of Marion County (NRF) was created in April of 2020 and has been managed with fluidity given the rapidly evolving nature of the pandemic. The fund is aligned with CICF’s equity goals, is resident-engaged, and prioritizes neighborhood-based, grassroots organizations that…Read More.

Through Relationships, Organization is Flattening the Curve of Violence in Indianapolis

December 7, 2020 2020 has been a challenging year for the city of Indianapolis. For Central Indiana. For this country. Not only are residents coping with the COVID-19 pandemic, but the epidemic of violence has continued to plague the Circle City. Many organizations are designing programs to remedy the situation. …Read More.

Crime Prevention Program Announces $2.2 Million in Grants to Combat Violent Crime in Marion County

December 7, 2020 Twenty-six projects will receive a total of $2.2 million in grants from the Violent Crime Prevention Grants Program this year. The Indianapolis Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) administers these grants, using criteria and funding allocated annually by the In…Read More.

Central Indiana Racial Equity Fund Awards $519,500 to Local Organizations

November 19, 2020 The Central Indiana Racial Equity Fund (CIREF) has awarded $519,500 in grants to eleven not-for-profit organizations working to advance racial equity in Indianapolis and its surrounding counties.Read More.

Bringing Opportunity Back: How a Unique Partnership Between Neighbors, a Medical Device Company, Government, and Not-for-Profits is Changing an Indianapolis Community

November 18, 2020 A unique partnership designed to bring jobs, free education, wrap-around services, and community ownership to a new medical device manufacturing facility was announced today on the northeast side of Indianapolis.Read More.