As an educator, I’m a relentless, tireless advocate for kids. I treasure the vision of kids learning and growing. Arts for Learning brings arts to the lives of kids. In my experience, kids need lots of opportunity to build confidence, identity, and creativity. Arts for Learning brings those to …Read More.
The Summer Youth Program Fund, a collaborative of 10 local and national partners, announced that grants totaling $2,886,669 will be awarded to 165 not-for-profit organizations serving Marion County youth. The grants will fund 207 summertime programs, activities and experiences for more than 93,00…Read More.
Central Indiana Community Foundation announced Pamela Ross as its new vice president for opportunity, equity and inclusion, a new position to the foundation. Ross will be responsible for leading the foundation’s initiatives that support equity and inclusive economic growth.Read More.
The most rewarding thing is showing the kids that the bicycle can be used as a tool not only for exercise but for exploring their city. The sky is the limit. As long as we keep plugging along and keep doing what we’re doing, there’s no stopping what we can do. —Chris, program operations dir…Read More.
I have seen so many miracles here. You can have the worst day ever but when you arrive at Agape and you see the staff, students and horses, you’re overcome with peace and it turns into the best day ever. You feel so much joy and love by giving back. –Tina, volunteer at Agape Therapeutic [&hel…Read More.
With the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”) in December of 2017, many are speculating about the impact the law will have on charitable giving. Because the standard deduction was nearly doubled, $12,000 for individuals and $24,000 for married couples, the Tax Policy Center projects …Read More.