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Indiana’s oldest and largest community foundation, supporting the betterment of Indianapolis.

10/02/2026

Congratulations to Indianapolis Foundation Board Member Lacy M. Johnson on being named a 2026 Laureate of the Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame.

Lacy’s connection to Indianapolis runs deep. Across law, business, public service, and philanthropy, he has spent decades helping shape the institutions and decisions that move our city forward. His service has included leadership with the Indianapolis Airport Authority, Downtown Indy, Madam Walker Legacy Center, Indiana University Foundation, and numerous civic and community organizations. We are fortunate to have his experience and perspective on the Indianapolis Foundation Board.

Junior Achievement of Central Indiana’s recognition of Lacy as a 2026 Laureate celebrates a career of leadership and impact that has reached across Central Indiana and beyond.

Congratulations, Lacy, on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to celebrate you.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the families, first responders and communities forever changed by that day.

Twenty-five years later, we also remember what emerged in the aftermath: people paying attention to the needs around them, responding with courage and generosity, and mobilizing resources to help communities recover.

That spirit of collective response continues to shape what strong communities require of us.

Today, let us all remember what can happen when people come together in service to one another.

We remember. And we remain committed to our community.

08/28/2026

BIG NEWS!!! Over 600 individual donors have supported their neighbors here in Marion County!

Look what we can do when we all come together and play our part. Your gift will help in the short term and long term recovery of our city over the coming months!

THANK YOU for coming alongside this work. We see you and appreciate your generosity.

-IF

08/18/2026

Applications are now open for 2027 Summer Youth Program Fund grants!

The fund supports free or low-cost summer programs for youth ages 4 to 24. Eligible organizations can submit one application to be considered for funding from 10 philanthropic partners.

Grants can support staffing, program materials, healthy meals and snacks, scholarships that help lower registration costs, and more.

Apply by October 16, 2026, at 4 p.m. Learn more and get started at https://indianapolisfoundation.org/indy-summer-youth-program/

08/17/2026

Severe flooding is damaging homes, displacing families, and placing extraordinary demands on first responders across Indianapolis. Immediate needs cannot wait. Affected residents will continue to need support as they recover and rebuild in the weeks and months ahead.

That's why the Indianapolis Foundation has launched the Indianapolis Flood Relief Fund to give people a direct way to help. Donations will support local organizations meeting urgent needs today and helping Marion County residents recover in the months ahead.

Please give and share: https://indianapolisfoundation.org/flood

08/05/2026

Join us this Friday, 8/7! Our Forward Movement initiative will host a one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt at the Eiteljorg Museum during a FREE First Friday. Come together to discover stories that matter.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-friday-forward-movement-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1991386240853?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/24/2026

Huge CONGRATS to our president and CEO, Ahmed Young, on being named to the Indianapolis Business Journal's 2026 Indiana 250 in the Nonprofit and Education category.

Every year, the Indiana 250 recognizes Indiana's most influential and impactful leaders across across a wide range of industries.

Well done to all the other honorees who are shaping the future of our state through their leadership and commitment to making a difference in communities across Indiana.

Ahmed’s commitment to serving the communities and people of Indianapolis is resolute. He leads with purpose, gratitude, and a deep belief in what’s possible when we invest in one another.

Congratulations, Ahmed, and congratulations to all of the outstanding honorees recognized in this year's Indiana 250.

05/05/2026

BIPOC nonprofit leaders across Indianapolis are invited to come together for a day of learning, connection, and reflection.

Join us for the BIPOC Nonprofit Leaders Summit on Thursday, May 21. This free, daylong experience designed to support your work and strengthen our collective impact.

Through workshops, plenary conversations, and community dialogue, we’ll explore what it takes to lead, adapt, and grow in today’s environment.

Register today! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/zk7va2v

04/15/2026

Last week, the Indianapolis Foundation welcomed several dozen community partners to the English Foundation Building for an informational session on our competitive grant round.

These sessions are an important part of the process, offering space to walk through the application, answer questions, and connect directly with our team. We want every prospective grantee to feel prepared and confident as they consider applying.

Our competitive grant round is now open and will close on May 15. See details here https://indianapolisfoundation.org/competitive-round/

If you’re thinking about applying, we encourage you to learn more and explore the process. We are hosting a virtual information session and office hours in the coming weeks. Click for more info https://tinyurl.com/yz29ppa8.

04/09/2026

This past weekend, we were honored to join the Kennedy King Memorial Institute’s 58th Commemorative Ceremony at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, gathering with community to honor a legacy that continues to shape Indianapolis.

Ahmed Young, President and CEO of the Indianapolis Foundation, reflected on the night Robert F. Kennedy stood on those very grounds to share the news of Dr. King’s assassination ... and the compassion that followed in a moment of deep grief.

“These moments of reflection are choices,” Ahmed shared. “Opportunities to hear a sacred voice.”

That message still resonates today. As we remember, we’re also looking ahead... continuing to invest in young people, strengthen our communities, and ensure the next generation understands the history that brought us here and the role they play in what comes next. Read the full article https://lnkd.in/g8eBk5Rn and view our photo gallery of the event. https://lnkd.in/gtXpbPm6

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615 Alabama Street
Indianapolis, IN
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+13176342423

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