Non-Profit

By Kristen McConnell— MUNCIE, IN— The YMCA of Muncie is thrilled to announce generous grants totaling $2 million from the Ball Brothers Foundation as a significant contribution towards their ongoing capital campaign. The foundation’s grants further bolster the YMCA’s efforts to enhance and expand their facilities, services, and programs for the community. Ball Brothers Foundation, known for its commitment to supporting organizations that drive positive change and transformation in East Central Indiana, has recognized the YMCA of Muncie’s pivotal role…

Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. By Stacey Shannon— SELMA, IN—Academics, music and faith are the top interests for Wapahani High School senior Jarryn Orme. As class valedictorian, Orme said she has taken challenging, weighted, dual-credit classes since her junior year. She’s also been a member of academic teams at school since her freshman year….

By Amy Gibson— MUNCIE, IN—The holiday season is approaching, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie is reaching out to the community for support in making this time of year brighter for children who may be facing challenging circumstances. We cordially invite all community members with a giving spirit to join us in spreading joy and ensuring a happier holiday season for the children we serve. There are three meaningful ways to support our mission: —Toy Drive – Make…

By Carly Acree King— MUNCIE, IN —Community members from East Central Indiana are invited to attend the annual All Aboard: Board Leadership in Action Workshop on Thursday, November 16, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the YWCA of Central Indiana, located at 310 E. Charles Street in downtown Muncie. This free event is hosted by Shafer Leadership Academy and Nonprofit Support Network in partnership with Heart of Indiana United Way, Ball State Office of Immersive…

By Cailyn Tegel— INDIANAPOLIS — For the first time, Muncie Mission Ministries has launched a monthly donation program in honor of its 20th season anniversary. Local used car dealership Oak Motors supports this effort by matching any recurring monthly donations made to the nonprofit up to $10,000. Oak Motors has been supporting Muncie Mission in its quest to help at-risk Hoosiers with shelter, food, clothing, and addiction recovery programs for 12 years. “Muncie Mission Ministries, like many of the charities…

By Kelley V. Phillips— MUNCIE, IN—It’s the time of year when autumn colors pop against the bright blue sky–a sky striped with crisp, thin cirrus clouds fading into space. Though many leaves have fallen, it is not too late to go on a delightful autumn walk and be showered with golden leaves as they waltz on the wind with their inextricable dance partner, gravity. A hike starts with approaching a trailhead: a portal to another world. On one end, is…

By Cornerstone staff— MUNCIE, IN–Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 East Main St., again will host local artists and Cornerstone artists in displaying and selling their work Nov.2 from 5-8 p.m. in the Great Room. Artist in Residence Debra Gindhart Dragoo is coordinating this event. Community artists participating this November include Val Kelley, Mikell Vawter, Maya Doss, Angel Gillette, Megan Senate, Assata Flannigan, Liliana Osborne, Casey Myers, Jadon Stamm, Tom Stader, Janessa Erickson, Bards On The Run, Jill Palumbo, Anne…

By Eliza Guion— MUNCIE, IN— Ball Brothers Foundation presented its annual Fisher Governance Award to Ryan Hunter, board president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie. Hunter was recognized with the award at the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner on October 26.   The John W. and Janice B. Fisher Governance Award annually honors a nonprofit board member in Delaware County whose strategic planning and oversight skills have contributed to the achievement of the organization’s mission, financial stability, and…

By Jeannine Lee Ferrer, Feed My Sheep Chair— MUNCIE, IN—Are you ready for the return of the largest free holiday dinner giveaway in East Central Indiana? The 28th annual Feed My Sheep Thanksgiving Day Community Outreach, will be held this year on Thursday November 23rd from 10 a.m.-12 noon at Northside Middle School. I am the chair of this amazing organization and thrilled to say that Feed My Sheep is finally ready to return to our in-house Thanksgiving Day dinner…