05/12/2026
Rowing changes lives, and scholarships ensure that financial need is never a barrier to being a part of the Indianapolis Rowing Center.
“Rowing impacts my life by being not just a sport but a sense of community,
the people I row with are like my family, and we all support and help each
other so deeply, I think it’s amazing!”
-Lulu Khairi (Junior Rower, class of 2027). “I began rowing to connect to my teenager. I’ve continued rowing because I
love being on the water, the IRC community is great, and being a part of the
competitive team is helping me take great care of myself. Winning medals
and having competition has been an added bonus!”
- Kristi Thomas (Masters Rower and Rowing Parent)
Ask a Junior who comes home exhausted but elated after a regatta, a Masters rower who loves the
camaraderie and challenge of pursuing speed at any age, or any rower who has gained fitness and found
joy on Eagle Creek. You’ll get a sense of why IRC’s mission matters: We provide access to rowing for youth and adults that encourages physical fitness, personal growth, teamwork and a strong sense of community.
Scholarships provide access for all
The Indianapolis Rowing Center provides scholarships for those with demonstrated financial need to 100% of youth and adult rowers who request it. In 2025, IRC provided $10,485 of financial assistance to
rowers who met the eligibility criteria. In 2026, our goal is to raise $20,000 to expand our support to include assistance with participation in regattas as well as coached programs. Your gift makes a difference
Your gift to the 2026 IRC scholarship campaign will make sure people continue to
benefit from all that rowing offers.
Ways to give:
● Donate online (at https://www.indyrowing.org/donate or the QR code below)
● Mail a check to the Indianapolis Rowing Center 7840 W. 56 St., Indianapolis, IN 46254.
● Make a gift from a donor advised charitable giving fund (Tax ID: 35-1760690)
