Non-Profit

By Joy Rediger, Urban Light Community Development— MUNCIE, IN—Recognizing the number of youth who are disconnected from traditional programs, the number of families experiencing stress and trauma, and the increasing number of juvenile delinquency cases and court-involved youth, especially for youth of color, a diverse group of local partners began meeting to discuss solutions.  The group – comprised of mental & public health representatives, juvenile justice professionals, community organizations, and local government – desired a strategy that meet youth and families where they are in their own neighborhoods. Over the last 18 months, this group worked together to identify best practices…

By Susan Fisher, Muncie Public Library— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie Public Library (MPL) recently received a $100,000 grant from The Patricia Schaefer Foundation Trust and a $30,000 Historic Preservation Fund grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The grants will be used for the restoration of the Carnegie Library in downtown Muncie. Carnegie Library was built with funds from industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie and opened in 1904. The building has continuously operated as a public library and now serves as the Local History & Genealogy branch of MPL. It is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in…

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN—Community Enhancement Projects (CEP), in partnership with the City of Muncie and the Muncie Parks Department, is pleased to announce a large community gathering to celebrate the opening of the Muncie Memory Spiral in Heekin Park. The gathering will take place on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 11 AM-5 PM at the location of the Muncie Memory Spiral, near the northeast corner of Hackley and Memorial. The community celebration will feature sweet treats for attendees, lots of old-fashioned games and activities, a classic car cruise-in, dance and music performances, food trucks and vendors, community organization information…

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— MUNCIE, IN—The Coalition of Women’s Organizations will host its 31st annual Women’s Equality Day program at 5 p.m. Aug. 28, 2023 in the Muncie City Hall auditorium. The event will honor the achievements of women who fought for the right to vote and the successes of today’s community leaders. Women’s Equality Day celebrates the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. The Muncie celebration will honor six local women who have made significant contributions to the broader community. The event will pay special tribute to Vivian V. Conley, who was a civil rights activist in Muncie at…

By Carly Acree King, Relationship & Resource Director— MUNCIE, IN—Nonprofit Support Network is excited to launch the pilot of the HR Resource and Help Desk, a free resource that addresses the unique human resource challenges faced by nonprofits. This resource is a centralized source for expert guidance and advice. The HR Resource and Help Desk will provide Muncie-Delaware County nonprofit staff and boards with the necessary support to navigate the complexities of human resource and employee management. “Managing the human resources aspect of nonprofit organizations can be a complex undertaking, often requiring specialized knowledge and resources,” shares Carly Acree-King, Relationship…

By Jenny Yarbrough, Board of Directors, WIBU— MUNCIE, IN—Women In Business Unlimited, WIBU, has announced nominations are open for three categories for the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Awards. Nominees for the ATHENA Leadership Award and Young Professional Award are leaders or emerging leaders who: Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession Provide valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community Serve as a role model for young women both personally and professionally Nominees for the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award are businesses and organizations that: Create an organizational culture that encourages women employees to achieve their…

By Kristen McConnell— MUNCIE,  IN— The YMCA of Muncie is thrilled to announce a significant and transformative capital gift of $3 million from the George and Frances Ball Foundation. This generous contribution marks a milestone in the YMCA’s mission to strengthen the local community and enhance the lives of its residents. “We are incredibly grateful to the George and Frances Ball Foundation for their unwavering commitment to our community’s wellbeing,” said Chad Zaucha, CEO of the YMCA of Muncie. “This transformative gift is a substantial investment in our new facility, ensuring we can better serve the needs of our community…