CIBA Foundation

09/23/2026

Another grantee spotlight!

In July we presented a $5,000 check to the Good Samaritan Network (GSN) Recycle Bikes program, specifically its "Keeping the Wheels Turning in Hamilton County" initiative.

With a mission to get children and adults on bikes for health and wellness, the grant dollars will be used for bicycle parts and tires, along with storage and transportation of the bikes from the donors to the recipients after rebuilds.

Using its volunteer network, the Recycle Bikes program recycled over 423 bikes last year and distributed over 1,000. What a great program that is definitely filling a niche. Thanks for your efforts, Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County!

09/21/2026

Anyone interested?

UPDATE: We have had a neighbor and trail supporter step up and commit to handling these maintenance tasks!

Country Club Road landscape maintenance

The B&O Trail Association is looking for an individual or group of people who would like to contribute to the trail aesthetics by maintaining the landscaping on the west side of Country Club Rd. This would be ideal for a community service organization or club. It could also be done by a school or church group. A summary of the needs are below.

Small perennial bed next to road
Mulch once a year in the spring
Pull w**ds once a month during the growing season
Cut back perennials once a year in late fall or early spring (your preference).
Separate perennials once every 3-5 years as needed

Bushes along the edge of the trail
Pull w**ds once a month during the growing season
Optional: Mulch, once every two years in the spring to minimize w**d growth.

No routine maintenance is expected for large trees
No watering should be required

If interested, please reach out to [email protected] to discuss.

09/14/2026

Check this opportunity out from our friends at Nine13sports!

09/09/2026

In June we were thrilled to award $2,500 to the Hoosier Mountain Bike Association and its Indianapolis-based chapter Indy Trail Collective.

This volunteer-powered group keeps Indy’s top mountain bike trails in great shape—from Town Run and Southwestway to Overley Worman and Fort Harrison. Our grant helped them purchase new tools so more volunteers can work safely, efficiently and across multiple trail systems at once. Robust in-kind support through volunteer labor, tool stewardship, storage, coordination and ongoing maintenance efforts ensures long-term sustainability of the investment. More tools = better trails = happier riders!

08/30/2026

ANOTHER grant update!

In June we presented Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation a check for $1,000 to launch a new cycling based wellness program. Three Saturdays a year, instructors will teach basic bike skills, trail access and etiquette, group riding tips and safe cycling practices.

Participants will ride the Monon Trail; children must be at least 7. Registration fee will be minimal, and Saturday morning sessions are being planned to make family participation easy.

The goal is simple: help riders confidently and safely explore cycling beyond their neighborhood. Watch for registration details from Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation.

(Shown here: Karen Bohn and Paul Labbe, (CIBA Foundation), Kari, (Carmel Parks & Rec), Tilden Mendelson (CIBA Foundation) and Sean (Carmel Parks & Rec).

08/08/2026

The best part of these check presentations is seeing the people we're impacting! We recently presented a check for $2,100 to Jennifer Cvar, Executive Director of Momentum Indy for its DIVAs program.

DIVAs is a riding & mentorship initiative developed to foster a welcoming environment for women of all ages, experience, and abilities.

Funds will go to the all-women bike clinics to empower more women to ride bikes safely and with confidence. 12 consecutive clinics on Wednesday evenings are held between May and July to bridge the pace gap that often discourages beginners from progressing in ability. "The curriculum focuses on three pillars: advanced bike maintenance, group riding etiquette and safety communication, which will increase rider confidence, build on bike skill mastery, and inclusion," said Jennifer.

Thank you Momentum Indy for the work you do!

07/31/2026

What a good looking group! (Shown here: A few members of the Central Indiana Cycling and some of our CIBA Foundation members.)

Along with our recent N.I.T.E. Ride support for Central Indiana Cycling, we also presented the group with a check recently at a June outing of the Near Eastside Ride.

According to Anthony Cherolis, Executive Director of Central Indiana Cycling, funds will support:

>>> Free bike helmets and eflective tags at community events, beginner rides, flagship rides, education classes, and Bike & Roll to School day events

>>> Support of a Safety Demonstration Project at the 46th & Monon Trail crossing

>>> Build a speed sensor and traffic counter to support the advocacy committee's work with real time data in the city.

>>> League Cycling Instructor Certifications, to increase the number and variety of bicycle education and safety courses.

This is an investment in reducing severe and fatal crashes for bicycle riders in Indy and the Central Indiana region in alignment with Indy's Vision Zero plan to eliminate fatal crashes for all road users by 2035.

By the way: If you're interested in learning more about the weekly eastside rides check out this link: https://centralincycling.org/ride/near-eastside/

07/28/2026

And that's a wrap!

A successful N.I.T.E ride included a check presentation to Central Indiana Cycling (the organization executing the event.) The CIBA Foundation grant supported these goals:

>> Maintain safety
>> Grow the participation numbers
>> Keep the registration fee reasonable (including discounted & even free youth & family registration options.)
>> More investment in traffic control, sag support, and food options

This year, over 1000 participants pre-registered. The event had an earlier start time (9:30pm) plus two route options, 6 and 20 miles.

THANK you to Central Indiana Cycling for the work and passion they put into this year's event!

07/20/2026

Have you ever ridden in the N.I.T.E. Ride? This is the year! Weather forecast for next Saturday looks PERFECT! Prices go up tomorrow, July 20. Register tonight for the lower rate!

>>> CIBA Foundation is a proud sponsor of the N.I.T.E. Ride

PRICE INCREASE: Registration price goes up tomorrow (July 20) so be sure to register today to save some $$! https://centralincycling.redpodium.com/central-indiana-cycling-nite-ride-2026

06/01/2026

We’re thrilled to announce the incredible organizations receiving our 2026 grant awards!

Congratulations to these recipients and the work they do in our community.

Read more about our granting process here:
https://www.cibafoundation.org/grants