Non-Profit

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awarded $455,550 in Community Grants this week. Community Grants provide nonprofit organizations serving Muncie and Delaware County the opportunity to apply for funding to support their work. Grants are awarded to address the broad needs of Muncie and Delaware County. Organizations interested in applying for funding are encouraged to connect with the Foundation’s Program and Nonprofit Relations team. Through these conversations, Foundation staff and volunteers develop a deeper…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County has announced that Michael Lunsford received the 2025 David Sursa Leadership Award to recognize his dedicated service to the YMCA of Muncie. The YMCA of Muncie nominated Mike Lunsford in recognition of his exceptional leadership and service to the Muncie community. As a former board member, Mike’s visionary leadership, steadfast commitment, and passion for community development left a lasting mark on the YMCA. Mike has also served many…

By Kyle Johnson, President, Cardinal Greenway Board of Directors— MUNCIE, IN— Cardinal Greenways is proud to announce the commencement of the third and final phase of the Kitselman Gateway Project, a transformative initiative that completes the critical connection between the Cardinal Greenway and White River Greenway across the White River. This major milestone not only enhances trail connectivity and safety, but also marks a significant moment in the revitalization of Muncie’s post-industrial landscape into a dynamic, inclusive, and beautiful public…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County recognizes the following finalists for the 2025 David Sursa Leadership Award: Keith Doudt, Urban Light Community Development Corporation; Brad King, Muncie Land Bank; Michael Lunsford, YMCA of Muncie; and Kim Miller, Muncie Arts and Culture Council. The David Sursa Leadership Award was established in memory of the Foundation’s first board leader. As inaugural President, David Sursa blazed the trail for The Community Foundation. His visionary leadership contributed significantly…

By United Way Staff— MUNCIE, IN —Heart of Indiana United Way, in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College and with support from the Shafer Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of Road to Reading—a new summer literacy initiative that brings books and learning directly to families in the community. Launching on May 29 at the Avondale Church/Ross Community Center, Road to Reading offers families the opportunity to “shop” together for free books and literacy resources from a fully stocked Ivy…

By Nick Werner and Dottie Kreps— MUNCIE, IN—Mark your calendars and bring your appetite. The Soup Kitchen of Muncie invites the community to its first Pasta for a Purpose Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Heartland Hall (North), inside the Delaware County Fairgrounds. This family-friendly evening will feature a hearty spaghetti dinner, live music, and a silent auction—all to benefit a vital local cause. Guests can choose to dine in or…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Local philanthropy continues to make a transformative impact in Muncie and Delaware County, with more than $21 million invested in 2024 by members of the Funders Forum Collaborative. This coalition of 17 philanthropic organizations has collaborated for nearly three decades to address critical community needs. “This year’s Philanthropic Snapshot highlights the collective power of giving in our community,” said Marcy Minton, president and CEO of The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, which convenes the…