Previous Grants

National Grants

 

2013

Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN)

Mission:  IndyCAN's mission is to develop leadership capacity of those most impacted by systemic inequality in Marion County, increase civic participation, and improve conditions for the most vulnerable.  IndyCan’s equips low-income, immigrant, and of color volunteer leaders to work alongside decision-makers to shape resource and policy decisions and bring about lasting institutional change that  promotes human dignity, including; revitalizing neighborhoods, preventing foreclosure, equitable access to transportation, violence prevention, youth development, pathways to sustainable employment, and immigrant integration. Through transformative relationships, IndyCAN builds bridges across race, ethnicity, language, immigration status, age, income level, gender, and religion, strengthening the social fabric of its member congregations and the community. 

“I think IndyCAN is doing a great job for Marion County.  They are bringing churches together in a common mission: to reduce crime, help create jobs, and bring about a more profound respect for the dignity of all people.”
-Fr. Todd Goodson, Pastor of St. Monica Catholic Church

2012

Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN)

Mission:  IndyCAN's mission is to develop leadership capacity of those most impacted by systemic inequality in Marion County, increase civic participation, and improve conditions for the most vulnerable.  IndyCan’s equips low-income, immigrant, and of color volunteer leaders to work alongside decision-makers to shape resource and policy decisions and bring about lasting institutional change that  promotes human dignity, including; revitalizing neighborhoods, preventing foreclosure, equitable access to transportation, violence prevention, youth development, pathways to sustainable employment, and immigrant integration. Through transformative relationships, IndyCAN builds bridges across race, ethnicity, language, immigration status, age, income level, gender, and religion, strengthening the social fabric of its member congregations and the community. 

2011

Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN)

Mission:  IndyCAN's mission is to develop leadership capacity of those most impacted by systemic inequality in Marion County, increase civic participation, and improve conditions for the most vulnerable.  IndyCan’s equips low-income, immigrant, and of color volunteer leaders to work alongside decision-makers to shape resource and policy decisions and bring about lasting institutional change that  promotes human dignity, including; revitalizing neighborhoods, preventing foreclosure, equitable access to transportation, violence prevention, youth development, pathways to sustainable employment, and immigrant integration. Through transformative relationships, IndyCAN builds bridges across race, ethnicity, language, immigration status, age, income level, gender, and religion, strengthening the social fabric of its member congregations and the community. 

“I think IndyCAN is doing a great job for Marion County.  They are bringing churches together in a common mission: to reduce crime, help create jobs, and bring about a more profound respect for the dignity of all people.”
-Fr. Todd Goodson, Pastor of St. Monica Catholic Church

 

2010

Workforce, Inc.

Mission:  Workforce, Inc is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that helps ex-offenders transition back into the community through job training and important practical support, such as housing and legal assistance.  Over 6,000 individuals return to Marion County each year from prison, these individuals face a host of barriers to employment -- low education levels, limited work skills, absence of work experience, and stipulations related to ongoing supervision after release from prison. To overcome these barriers, Workforce, Inc. has created a work environment that offers flexibility, robust supportive services, assistance re-connecting with family, and community support. By providing these individuals immediate employment post-release, WFI is able to disrupt the revolving door of recidivism.

 

Ryves Neighborhood Association

Mission:  The Ryves Neighborhood Association is a grassroots, community based organization whose purpose is to affect changes and improvements in our neighborhood.  Our vision is to provide assistance to our neighbors and families to create a safe, desirable neighborhood.

“The RNA is an organization that is working to make the quality of life in Terre Haute and in particular, the Ryves Neighborhood area a better place to live, work and grow. The mission and activities of the RNA are rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and they have received a strong endorsement from law enforcement, community minded businesses and leaders in government. Their efforts to be part of our community have been significant and have given hope in a neighborhood that has struggled for generations to find their voice and create hope.”
-John Etling, Catholic Charities Terre Haute Agency Director

 

Rebuilding the Wall

Mission:  Rebuilding the Wall, Inc. (RtW) stabilizes and empowers low-income families by providing them the opportunity for homeownership through the renovation of vacant inner city properties. We are committed to combating social injustice by building relationships across racial and socio-economic barriers; and we stabilize community by the recycling of resources within the neighborhood.

 

 

2009

Ryves Neighborhood Association

Mission:  The Ryves Neighborhood Association is a grassroots, community based organization whose purpose is to affect changes and improvements in our neighborhood.  Our vision is to provide assistance to our neighbors and families to create a safe, desirable neighborhood.

“The RNA is an organization that is working to make the quality of life in Terre Haute and in particular, the Ryves Neighborhood area a better place to live, work and grow. The mission and activities of the RNA are rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and they have received a strong endorsement from law enforcement, community minded businesses and leaders in government. Their efforts to be part of our community have been significant and have given hope in a neighborhood that has struggled for generations to find their voice and create hope.”
-John Etling, Catholic Charities Terre Haute Agency Director

 

Workforce, Inc.

Mission:  Workforce, Inc is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that helps ex-offenders transition back into the community through job training and important practical support, such as housing and legal assistance.  Over 6,000 individuals return to Marion County each year from prison, these individuals face a host of barriers to employment -- low education levels, limited work skills, absence of work experience, and stipulations related to ongoing supervision after release from prison. To overcome these barriers, Workforce, Inc. has created a work environment that offers flexibility, robust supportive services, assistance re-connecting with family, and community support. By providing these individuals immediate employment post-release, WFI is able to disrupt the revolving door of recidivism.
www.recycleindy.com