Kiwanis Club and Foundation of Indianapolis

10/08/2026

It's no surprise that our top Abe Lincoln scholar is leading this effort on campus. Way to go Jazmine!

Ultimately, she wants to build a new community for students to feel a sense of belonging, along with offering accessible opportunities to stay physically fit outside of the CoRec. “It’s about being able to be in a community of people who are supportive and passionate about similar things.”

Some students may find it difficult to access the CoRec. Freshman Jazmine Nelson found a new outlet for exercise by creating her own adaptive sports club.

10/02/2026

We're so glad that Dylan said "Yes" to taking on a leadership role with Key Club!
"A lesson I learned from leadership is just to start. Just putting yourself out there even thought you might be scare of being judged, might be scared of rejection…”

09/21/2026

The Kiwanis Foundation of Indianapolis is accepting grant applications from local nonprofits for up to $5,000 to support youth-serving programs in Marion County. Apply at https://indykiwanis.org/grants by October 4.

Since 2015, more than 125 grants totalling $389,560 have been awarded to 70 community organizations.

**Application Process**
The Kiwanis Foundation of Indianapolis invites local non profits to apply for grant funding for the creation or expansion of initiatives that directly impact the quality of life of children and adolescents in Marion County.

We are pleased to support programming or projects of nonprofit organizations serving youth in Indianapolis by providing multiple grants up to $5,000 each. The number of grants awarded are determined by available funding on an annual basis. The committee considers the:
● community need being addressed
● number of youth served by the program
● long-term impact that a grant would enable
● uniqueness of the project

09/11/2026

Ashley Walsh thanked the Foundation yesterday for the $5,000 grant to support player scholarships & shared equipment for The Washington Township Little League!
This summer they were able to provide $5,733 in softball & baseball scholarships, with an increase to 236 players! 40 new PeeWee players joined tuition-free!

A family can expect to spend approximately $175 to outfit a younger player with basic equipment, and the grant also helped fund 10 new shared equipment bags to coaches (with helpmets, bats, balls & catchers gear).

Applications for 2027 grants are open through October 4: https://indykiwanis.org/grants

09/08/2026

Tom is a Kiwanis MVP!

- founding member of the KIDS (Kiwanians In Direct Support) Committee, meeting the needs of Riley families through hands-on support and service to Riley Children's Health.
- helped form AKTION clubs in the Kiwanis Indiana
- countless kids in the state of Indiana can thank Tom for the ability to ride bikes with their friends as he has championed the Adaptive Bike program
- Governor of Indiana District, 1989-1990

His kind heart and generosity stand out the most. He has made such a tremendous difference in the lives of others and our community.

No matter where we’re from, Kiwanians are family. 💙

For the past 6 years, Tom Dunham from Indiana has been part of our Siesta Key Kiwanis family whenever he’s in town. We’re grateful to have him with us!

Congratulations on 6 years, Tom!

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09/01/2026

As this Abe Lincoln scholar begins his 2nd year at IU Indianapolis, our Foundation continues to support his journey with a $5,000 four-year-renewable college scholarship.

08/20/2026

Today, Don Knebel, ReCenter Indiana board president, shared his passion for civic engagement of the next generation of leaders. This was Don's 3rd time as a speaker (1986, 2021 - recording links in comments)

Indiana ranks among the lowest states in civic participation. Although young adults are the state’s second-largest age group, they consistently have the lowest voter turnout. ReCenter Indiana’s nonpartisan research shows that non-voters ages 18–34 are not apathetic—they face real barriers to participation. Addressing these barriers presents a powerful opportunity to engage Indiana’s youngest voters in civic life.