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Stay informed with the latest updates from the Indianapolis Foundation. Explore stories about our impact, community initiatives, grantmaking, and partnerships shaping a stronger, more inclusive Indianapolis.

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As America Turns 250, Indianapolis Must Lean into the Hard Work Ahead

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As America celebrates 250 years, Indianapolis Foundation is celebrating 110 years of serving our city.

People in conversation at a table.

Building Community over BREAD

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With support from the Indianapolis Foundation, The Learning Tree’s BREAD series is creating intimate spaces for joy, conversation, and connection.

Indianapolis must act with urgency to address affordable housing

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President and CEO Ahmed Young wrote about solutions to affordable housing in the Indianapolis Recorder.

Holding Community in Uncertain Times

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IF Community Ambassador Luna on care, courage, and collective action

Going Far, Together

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Why Partnerships Are the Future of Community Impact

On These Grounds, a Legacy Endures

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IF President & CEO Ahmed Young reflects on the moment that shaped Indianapolis, and the choices that still shape us today.

IPS Alum Maria De Leon Encourages Students to Turn Passion into Action

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The Crispus Attucks alum urged students to pursue their passions and use their voices to create change.

Investing in a Thriving Indianapolis: IF Announces December 2025 Grant Awards

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The Indianapolis Foundation awarded more than $4.8 million in grants to 120 nonprofit organizations in December 2025.

Proximity is Power: A New Playbook for Community Impact

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Financial leaders and community partners explored how clarity of purpose and sustained investment in equity can help Indianapolis thrive.

Introducing rooted: A Publication Grounded in Community

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The inaugural issue from The Learning Tree, supported by the Indianapolis Foundation, explores the Community Ambassadors initiative

MLK Day Conversation with Bakari Sellers centers on the work ahead

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The Madam Walker Legacy Center’s MLK Day of Celebration featured a powerful conversation with civil rights leader and author Bakari Sellers.

Becoming the Leaders We’ve Been Waiting For

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Princeton scholar and author Dr. Eddie S. Glaude, Jr., calls Indianapolis to courageous action