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Tom Kilian Jr. Named Legacy Fund President

April 11, 2017 Legacy Fund, the Hamilton County community foundation and a Central Indiana Community Foundation affiliate, has selected Tom Kilian Jr., as its next president. In his new role, Kilian will lead efforts to encourage major gifts and contributions for Hamilton County and spearhead the foundation’s…Read More.

Legacy Fund, Shepherd’s Center Announce Program to Streamline Senior-Focused Services in Hamilton County

March 30, 2017 Hamilton County has the highest per capita income ($84,449) in Indiana, yet 30 percent of its citizens 65 years of age and older live on less than $15,000 annually. There is no shortage of organizations to assist Hamilton County seniors living in poverty, but it is frequently challenging for elde…Read More.

The Indianapolis Foundation Awards $1.5 Million to Address Marion County Needs

March 27, 2017 Grants support refugee resettlement, access to healthcare, education and economic development In its first competitive grant round of 2017, The Indianapolis Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation, allocated $1,517,100 to 29 not-for-profit organizations serving Marion Cou…Read More.

Legacy Fund Awards $117,000 to Address Hamilton County Needs

March 27, 2017 Education, mental health, leadership training and art among the programs receiving grants. Legacy Fund, the Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) affiliate serving Hamilton County, announced that $117,000 in grants will be awarded to 10 not-for-profits in the county. Legacy Fund’s board o…Read More.

The Indianapolis Foundation Announces Timeline for Phase I of Community Crime Prevention Grants

March 26, 2017 Indianapolis City-County Council approved $400,000 for expedited, phase I grants. The Indianapolis Foundation will accept applications for a new phase of its Community Crime Prevention Grant Program beginning April 3. Read More.

Staff Blog: Andrew Black

March 22, 2017 At CICF, Andrew Black is part of a team that responsibly stewards philanthropic resources to organizations in Central Indiana that are improving the quality of life for all people in the region. Black works primarily with local arts & culture organizations, including a new initiative related to a…Read More.