Non-Profit

Veterans Memorial Gardens Dedication Ceremony to Take Place Saturday, October 7th

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Members of the public are invited to the dedication ceremony of a new in-the-works Veterans Memorial Garden located at the Muncie-Delaware County Senior Citizens Center, 2517 W. 8th Street in Muncie. The dedication ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. The project is being completed in phases and is intended to be a living memorial to the men and women who have served our country. Dignitaries who will be in attendance include: Indiana Senator Scott Alexander,…

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Cornerstone Center for the Arts Will Host First Thursday Event on October 5th

Local Artists to Display and Sell Work at Cornerstone in October By Dee McKinsey— 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 Oct. 5 from 5-8 p.m. in the Great Room.   Artist in Residence Debra Gindhart Dragoo is coordinating this event.  Community artists participating in this First Thursday include Stefan Mckell, Val Kelley, Jill Palumbo, Angel Gillette, Tom Stader, Liliana Osborne, Hazel McCully, Shera Hixson,…


Fields of Faith 2023 Takes Place on October 4th at Muncie Central Fieldhouse

By Jeff Mosier— MUNCIE, IN—The Fellowship of Christian Athletes of East Central Indiana is excited to host Fields of Faith 2023. The event will take place Wednesday, October 4th in the Muncie Central fieldhouse, 525 N. Walnut St. Muncie, IN 47305. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Music begins at 6:40 p.m. Program begins at 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends and help us fill the field house.   Since 2009, Fields of Faith Muncie has been the largest local Christian event…


First of its Kind ‘Indiana Girl Report’ Provides Statewide Data on Challenges Girls Experience

By Dawn Brand Fluhler—  INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Girl Scouts is proud to release The Indiana Girl Report. The groundbreaking report was commissioned through the Indiana Youth Institute in collaboration with Girl Scout councils from across the state and the Girl Coalition of Indiana. The report is the very first of its kind and was developed through qualitative and quantitative research to provide insight into critical challenges girls are experiencing and the variances across the state. The report’s findings create a…


Nonprofit Support Network Announces Inaugural Nonprofit Summit and Community Luncheon

By Carly Acree King— MUNCIE, IN – Nonprofit Support Network is thrilled to announce that tickets are now available for its inaugural Nonprofit Summit presented by Northwest Bank. The summit is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. This groundbreaking event aims to raise awareness about the Nonprofit Support Network’s invaluable work while providing access to education and professional development opportunities within the local community. The Nonprofit Summit offers a day…


Heart-to-Heart Connections: Expanding Our Impact to Touch More Lives

By Jenni Marsh—  MUNCIE, IN—In compiling this year’s annual report, our team was amazed by the extraordinary impact Heart of Indiana United Way was able to achieve over the past year—thanks to:  • Donors—there were 3,350 of them! • Volunteers—1,306 volunteers gave their time and talent! • Champions—used their voice to advocate for neighbors and friends!  Our mission has always been to fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person. Our commitment to fostering stronger, healthier, and…


Red-tail Land Conservancy Wins 2023 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— INDIANAPOLIS, IN—If you are a frequent viewer of MuncieJournal.com, you may remember many of the stories we’ve published about the work of the Red-tail Land Conservancy. On Wednesday of this week, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) awarded a 2023 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence to Red-tail Land Conservancy during the annual Partners for Pollution Prevention Conference and Tradeshow in Indianapolis. “This is the highest environmental award in the state,” said Kelly Phillips, Communications and…


Muncie Mission to Host Groundbreaking for Recovery Homes 

By Bob Scott, VP Development— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie Mission Ministries, Inc. will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Project Greathouse, the construction of five new recovery cottages, on Friday, September 22 at 3:00 pm. The homes will be built adjacent to the Mission’s men’s residential facility located at 1725 S Liberty St. Project Greathouse will provide supportive housing for men who have completed the residential recovery program at Muncie Mission. Already seven neighborhood homes have been renovated as recovery housing for 14…


New Canoe and Kayak Launches Planned in City of Muncie

By Eliza Guion— MUNCIE, IN — Over the next several years, five new launches are scheduled to be constructed along the White River in Muncie, allowing for canoeing, kayaking, and tubing from the city’s east to west gateways. The addition of these launches comes on the heels of five decades of work by individuals and organizations to improve the water quality in the White River, one of East Central Indiana’s most important natural assets. As the health of the river…


Boy Scout Troop 22 Cooks Up 30th Annual Hog Roast on Sept 16th

By Jessica Gestwicki— MUNCIE, IN – Boy Scout Troop 22 will be dishing up heaping helpings of BBQ and fixings at its 30th Annual Hog Roast fundraiser at the Delaware County Fairgrounds, Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 11am to 6pm. Proceeds will help the troop prepare for a challenging backcountry experience at Philmont Scout Ranch, BSA’s high-adventure base in New Mexico. Funds will also offset rising participation costs so scouting opportunities remain available to all. Besides the great food, Scouts…