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By: Stephen Mortland— Muncie, IN—Prepare for a night of imaginative play with Minnetrista’s second ever Murder Mystery Dinner: Foley Afoul on March 27 & 28. It’s the 100th annual Foley Artists Vocal Recordists and Animators Association Annual Conventionand there will be a rare showing of a “vaulted” 1920 animation film. The night is hosted by the CEO of Sahara-Montana Studios, Chuck Montana. When something goes awry, it will be up to attendees to navigate a night filled with imaginative play, plot twists, and plenty of delicious food. Solve the central crime as you are surrounded by glitz, glamour, and good…

By: Muncie Action Plan— Muncie, Indiana— On the 10th anniversary of Muncie Action Plan (MAP), the organization is going back to its roots and partnering with Next Muncie to facilitate another broad scale intensive community feedback and planning process. The announcement of the partnership was made at MAP’s annual community presentation on January 28th by MAP President Jenni Marsh and Next Muncie Co-Chairs Jeff Bird and Geoff Mearns. “The Muncie Action Plan board took a hard look at all the great work happening in our community and what the next steps for MAP should be. We looked at other organizations…

By: Melissa Jones—  Muncie, IN — Ball Brothers Foundation, which awarded its highest grant payout in history of more than $8 million last year, looks to the future with a strategic board appointment, an internal staff promotion and a website refresh. Dr. Jeff Bird was appointed to the foundation’s Board of Directors, and Jenna Wachtmann was promoted to vice president of the foundation staff during the board’s February meeting. “As the foundation continues to grow, we are further strengthening our board, staffing, and communications,” said Jud Fisher, president and COO of the foundation. Bird, president of IU Health East Central…

By: Kallie Sulanke, Community Engagement Officer— Muncie, IN—The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. awarded $569,987 to 14 non-profit organizations during the first Quarterly Competitive Grant cycle of 2020. The Community Foundation’s purpose is to improve the quality of life in Muncie and Delaware County for this generation and generations to come. Quarterly Competitive Grants are awarded to fund projects for which there is a demonstrable community benefit in one of the following areas of interest: arts and culture, human services, economic development, education, and community betterment. The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. is a…

Registration for 2020 Emergence Program is Now Open— Muncie, IN—Shafer Leadership Academy (SLA), a local not-for-profit organization that provides inclusive leadership development so that people, organizations and communities reach their full potential, is offering the 20th session of it’s signature leadership program. The program will run from April 7 to May 26, 2020. Emergence: Personal Foundations of Effective Leadership is SLA’s core leadership program. It is an eight-week highly interactive and engaging training opportunity ideal for emerging or experienced leaders seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities. At the end of the program, participants can expect to be better equipped to…

By: Sheena Peters— Muncie, IN—Muncie Habitat for Humanity is currently taking applications for individuals and families interested in partnership beginning in early 2020. Habitat is seeking applicants who are ready to begin their journey toward homeownership—NOW. This journey includes an application process, sweat equity hours, education classes, and ends with owning your own home. Join us at one of our upcoming informational meetings to learn more about the Homeownership Selection Criteria. Those in attendance will receive information on the income guidelines, learn about the application process, and will also learn more about the selection process which is determined by the…

By: Juli Metzger— Muncie, IN—Join the Indiana Youth Institute, United Way of Delaware, Henry and Randolph Counties, and Ball State University on Friday, Feb. 28 for “State of the Child Conference.” This year, the presentation of the 2020 Indiana KIDS COUNT Data Book will be followed by facilitated discussions on what the numbers mean and how communities can address the issues. The KIDS COUNT Data Book is a revealing look at statistics and demographics affecting all Indiana counties. This event will focus on Delaware, Henry and Randolph counties, communities supported by an expanded United Way of Delaware County. The conference…

By: Bob Scott, Vice President of Development— Muncie, IN—Nearly 2000 supporters gathered at the Muncie Fieldhouse on Saturday, February 8th to show compassion for their neighbors in need with a walk to the Muncie Mission. With this 16thannual edition of Walk A Mile In My Shoes, a total of over $1 million has been raised to provide food for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, and hope to those battling addictions. The 2020 Walk generated over $102,500 in contributions and included a record 104 registered teams from area churches, businesses, schools, friend groups, and families. New this year, several teams…

By: Molly Flodder— Muncie, IN—Survivor Voices, the East Central Indiana cancer survivor choir comprised of people from age 24 to 84, will host a “Survivors’ Sing Along” festival.  Anyone who is a cancer survivor or has been or is a primary caregiver is invited to participate in the festival on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 4:00 p.m. at Westminster Village, 5801 W. Bethel in Muncie. The event will begin with a rehearsal, a dinner will follow, then a break and at 7:00 p.m. a short concert for residents or visitors from the community. “We welcome anyone who fits our criterion and…