Non-Profit

By Rachel Combs— Muncie, IN— Patterson Block Muncie is hosting a grand opening celebration on Thursday, August 5th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm during the Arts Walk in downtown Muncie. This will be a family-friendly event with food vendors, live music, games, giveaways, local artist displays and more. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 5:00 pm. The Patterson building was built in 1876 by Arthur F. Patterson and is one of the largest historic buildings in downtown Muncie at a staggering 21,000 square feet. This iconic building’s newest owner is Kimberly Ferguson, a native Hoosier and Ball State graduate….

By Dominic Bordenaro, Data & Marketing Coordinator— Muncie, IN—Registration for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie’s Back2School programs are now open! Our after school and virtual learning programs are geared towards academic success, healthy lifestyles, and building character & leadership skills. All Club members receive dinner and a snack every day. Programs include homework help, computer coding, sports & fitness, and more. These programs cost a one-time membership fee of $15 per child. Transportation is available from Inspire Academy,East Washington Academy, Grissom Elementary, Southview Elementary, North View Elementary, Longfellow Elementary, West View Elementary, Southside Middle School and Northside Middle…

By Melissa Jones— Muncie, IN—Delaware County nonprofits have until Aug. 15 to nominate one of their board members for Ball Brothers Foundation’s annual John W. and Janice B. Fisher Governance Award, which recognizes board members who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to their organization. “Board members serve a vital role for nonprofits. The pandemic has emphasized just how important a strong board is to the resiliency of an organization. As we move into a new phase of recovery, dedicated board members will only become more of a necessity,” said Jud Fisher, president and CEO of the foundation. “It is through…

By Susan Fisher, Member, Kiwanis Club of Muncie— Muncie, IN—Do you represent a non-profit organization in Muncie or Delaware County whose purpose is to serve the needs of children? If so, the Kiwanis Club of Muncie invites you to submit an application for funding to support your project or service. “Due to the disruption of our weekly meetings, which often feature presentations from local non-profit organizations, we have been unable to connect directly with many of the groups who may be in need of funding,” said Dave Dixon, a Kiwanis member. “With this call out for funding proposals, we hope…

By Corey Ohlenkamp— Muncie, IN – Saturday morning saw dozens of volunteers, primarily police officers, pair up with around 100 children to gather needed supplies for the first day of school inside Muncie’s Target. The annual back-to-school event, hosted by Muncie Crime Stoppers, provided $100 for each child to help with the ever-growing list of school supplies needed to start off each academic year. “I look forward to these events every year. We are able to interact with the kids, get what they need for school, and it leaves our officers feeling humbled and appreciative of the opportunity to serve,” said Muncie Police Chief…

By Dominic Bordenaro— Muncie, IN—The annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie’s Just Desserts fundraiser, presented by Heidi J Hale, is scheduled for September 25, 2021 at 4 p.m. This event will be held in person at the Clubs’ Madison Street location. Just Desserts is exactly what it says – it is all about desserts. Sponsors will be able to purchase tables and they, and their guests, will bid for desserts created by local bakers. This year, the goal is to raise $25,000 to support the Clubs’ SMART Girls program, which goes with the theme Smart Girls – Empowered Women….

By Melissa Jones— Muncie, IN — Following an extended “intermission” during the pandemic, Muncie Symphony Orchestra’s momentum continues to swell into the new season. In May, the orchestra announced it had received more subscription revenue in the first three weeks of sales than it had in any of the past 10 full seasons, and in June, MSO rocked a full house at Canan Commons during a free Beatles tribute concert. In addition to drawing in large crowds this year, MSO is also attracting an influx of sponsorships. Just last week, the orchestra accepted a $10,000 sponsorship check from LifeStream Services….

By Kate Stoss— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Rotary Club celebrated the transition to the new for the 2021-2022 Rotary year on June 29, 2021. Ana Pichardo, retiring 2020-2021 President of the Muncie Rotary Club, presided over the installation ceremonies of the new club officers and praised the club members for their continued commitment in upholding the mission and values of Rotary. 2021-2022 Muncie Rotary Club Officers President: Kate Stoss President Elect: Matt Howell Immediate Past President: Ana Pichardo Secretary: Robert LaFrance Treasurer:  Linda S. Gregory “I am honored to serve as the Muncie Rotary Club President,” stated Kate Stoss….

By Kallie Sulanke— Muncie, IN—The Exchange Club of Muncie celebrated its 100th anniversary on March 7, 2021. In its 100th year, the club is pleased to recognize its board of directors and slate of officers: Jeffrey A. Heavilon, M.D., President. Jim Kouns, Vice President Marianne Benson, Secretary Mike Donovan, Treasurer Forrest Bowers, Past President Neal Barnum, Board Member Rick Edmundson, Board Member Lee Nicholson, Board Member Harold Roberts, Board Member Joseph Rogers, Board Member Tim Williams, Board Member “I am pleased to be part of a club that is celebrating 100 years of serving Muncie,” said incoming president Dr. Heavilon….