Non-Profit

By: Erin Moore, Ball State Office of Community Engagement— Muncie, IN—If you happened to drive by the Washington Street Bridge last Thursday evening, you saw a sight that was just a dream a few months ago – tables and chairs spanning the length of the bridge under a perfect autumn sky, colored lights, jazz music, food, laughter, and tons of Muncie love. Video produced by: Higher Aerial Photography and Guardian Brewery Our community’s first Bridge Dinner brought together more than 500…

By:  Allison Gregory– Muncie, IN– During United Way of Delaware County’s 2017 Campaign, Muncie employers are investing in their high-potential employees by lending them to serve and fundraise as Loaned Executives. The program is designed to provide leadership development and skill-building opportunities for participating employers and employees. This year, acting Loaned Executives are engaging with local business leaders in the following interactive workshops: United Way and Community Need Overview with United Way President and CEO Jenni Marsh, Power of Purpose…

By: Sam Condon—  Muncie, IN—It’s time for a new adventure! Today, Minnetrista rolled out its new Museums for All membership to the Muncie community. “We are excited to offer this new membership opportunity,” said Rebecca Gilliam, Vice President, Visitor Experience. “Minnetrista is a great place for families to spend time together, explore outside, play in the Backyard Garden, and check out the newest exhibition.” Museums for All is a cooperative initiative between the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and the…

 “Symphonic Lights Study #2”, Selected for the Honeywell Center’s 2017 National Photography Show at the Clark Gallery in Wabash, IN  Muncie, IN – A 28” x 22” framed color photograph titled “Symphonic Lights Study #2” by Tom Farris is one of 62 color, black and white and altered photographic art images selected for exhibition in the 2017 Honeywell Center Photography Show at the Clark Gallery in the Honeywell Center, Wabash, IN.  The juried exhibition will be on display until November 8th.  The…

By: Juli Metzger, past president and board member— Muncie, IN—Jason Newman, recently named Chief Executive Officer of the Boys & Girls Club of Muncie, brings more than 10 years of Club experience and more than 20 years in early childhood education and programming experience. Newman assumes the post in early October. Newman most recently was Program Director for the Boys & Girls Club of Philadelphia, Bridesburg Unit, where it was his job to oversee programming areas in academic success, healthy…

Photos by: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, IN— Each year, Altrusa International of Muncie creates a unique event for the community to enjoy—The Altrusa Style Show. The style show showcases local businesses that provide the newest in fashion, while raising funds to address a variety of community needs. This year, the following fashion businesses were highlighted at the Altrusa Style Show: Happy Mess Boutique; Juniper; Ford’s Tux at Vogue Cleaners; Hayloft Boutique; Macy’s; Lois Pearl and Town Boutique. The event was held…

By: Dustin Humm— Muncie Innovation Connector to host benefit for Delaware County non-profits January 20-21, 2018 YORKTOWN, Ind. – eKeeper Systems, an IT consulting firm providing comprehensive technology services to companies throughout Central Indiana, announced the 2nd annual Website Thru The Nite (WTTN) challenge today, calling for volunteers and non-profit participants in Delaware County to come together at Muncie’s Innovation Connector, January 20-21, 2018. The challenge will bring technical volunteers with web development experience to the table at Muncie’s Innovation…

By: Mike Rhodes— Eaton, IN—When you talk to Sue Dalton, owner of Dalton & Company about the “Secret Families Christmas Charity Fall Party & Turkey Shoot” to be held on her property this Saturday, it is obvious she is excited about it. More like exuberant. When talking about the event, she smiles ear-to-ear and it is clear she is passionate about this particular fundraiser for Secret Families—an annual event coming up during the holiday season. Helping people is simply embedded…