Non-Profit

By Kristen McConnell— MUNCIE, IN— The YMCA of Muncie is excited to announce its upcoming Day of Giving, set for September 5th, 2024. This annual fundraising event will focus on supporting the YMCA’s before and after school program, which aims to enrich the lives of school-aged children in our community. The YMCA of Muncie has long been dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can grow, learn and thrive. This year’s Day of Giving will highlight the importance of expanding these programs to reach more youth and enhance the amazing work already being done. With the funds…

 By Scott Smalstig— MUNCIE, IN—LaShanta Vaughn, CEO and Executive Director of Visit Muncie, the local visitor’s bureau, proudly announces the hiring of Joni Beymer as its Business Manager. Beymer started last week and brings over 15 years of experience in a similar role at the Horizon Convention Center where she handled numerous human resources, finance and administrative functions. Visit Muncie is the governing body of Destination: Muncie whose offices are on South Walnut Street in downtown Muncie. “This is a key role for us, and Joni is just perfect for it,” said Vaughn. “She knows our community and knows that…

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE — The “$2 Tour of the Village” returns Saturday, Aug. 24, from 3 to 7 p.m., on University Avenue between Calvert and Dill Streets. Admission is free and the first 100 people through the gates will be given a $2 bill to spend on $2 items (t-shirts, goodie bags, food samples) from Village businesses. This event, now in its fifth year, is hosted by the Riverside-Normal City Neighborhood Association (RNC), the Muncie Action Plan, and Ball State University’s Office of Community Engagement. Sponsors include Fairmount Properties, Ball State University and RNC. “We’re so excited to be…

By Jud Fisher— MUNCIE, IN — Delaware County nonprofit organizations are invited to nominate a board member for the John W. and Janice B. Fisher Governance Award before the deadline on August 15. The award, given by Ball Brothers Foundation, recognizes the important role board members play in strategic planning and financial oversight to achieve their organization’s mission. The award recipient will receive a $10,000 grant for their organization. “With this award, Ball Brothers Foundation can honor the often unrecognized efforts of nonprofit board members in Delaware County,” said Jud Fisher, president and CEO of Ball Brothers Foundation. “We share…

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— MUNCIE, IN—The Coalition of Women’s Organizations will host its 32nd annual Women’s Equality Day program at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, 2024 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…

By Lisa Roossien— MUNCIE, IN – On Saturday, August 24th, Tuhey Park will be the setting for a special community event of healing and celebration. The Mary’s Miles / RCM 5k fun run, scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon, is not just a race but a community gathering in support of a vital local cause. Recovery Café Muncie (RCM) is a nonprofit organization in downtown Muncie that is making a huge impact on the lives of our most vulnerable community members. RCM welcomes anyone who is in recovery from anything – whether mental illness, substance use, homelessness, grief, hunger, or…

By Rotary Press Office— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Noon Rotary Club Board of Directors considers grant requests annually. The Club typically awards between $8,000-$10,000 annually to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Board evaluates all requests as objectively as possible, consistent with the expressed priorities of the Club. Last year, grant funding was awarded to the following local nonprofit organizations: 8Twelve Coalition, Funders Forum, Habitat for Humanity, Home Savers of Delaware County, Little Red Door Cancer Agency, Muncie Children’s Museum, Muncie Civic Theatre, Second Harvest Food Bank, and Soup Kitchen of Muncie totaling nearly $12,000. The Rotary Club of Muncie Fund at The Community Foundation…

By WaTasha Barnes Griffin— MUNCIE, IN—Indiana Black Expo Muncie Chapter Celebrated Culture, Heritage, and Community and honored contributors to African American culture, progress and achievement in Muncie-Delaware County at the Ivy Tech John and Janice Fisher Building on Thursday, July 18, 2024 during its 29th Annual Corporate Luncheon. The annual luncheon was the kick-off to the Indiana Black Expo Muncie Chapter’s annual Summer Celebration at Heekin Park, Saturday, July 19th-Sunday, July 21, 2024. This year’s theme was Educate. Empower. Elevate. Mayor Dan Ridenour provided opening remarks and luncheon keynote, Muncie native, Dr. Mia Johnson, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Anderson, highlighted…

Deadline nearing for submissions to Red-tail’s Growing Home™ Habitat Certification program By JoAnna Darda, Outreach Coordinator, Red-tail Land Conservancy— MUNCIE, IN – Red-tail Land Conservancy seeks individuals and organizations from east central Indiana who have naturally landscaped yards to apply for Growing Home™ Habitat Certification before the certification submission deadline on July 31. Growing Home™ is an award-winning backyard habitat program for east central Indiana from Red-tail Land Conservancy. The program is designed to empower community members to rethink how their yard or garden can also serve birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial wildlife. Criteria for habitat certification include providing…