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Youth Philanthropy
Initiative of Indiana
E-Chronicle
September 2005
....your link to happenings in the youth philanthropy arena across the state.
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HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF EFFORTS
The natural disaster from Hurricane Katrina provides an opportunity for all citizens to help those in need. Network for Good lists several orgainzations that are accepting donations to help the hurricane victims.
One way to talk to children about this natural disaster is by using the Disaster Preparedness Coloring Book, which can be downloaded for free from Network for Good's Web site. The coloring book is designed for adults and children to work together on. Children can learn about natural disasters, as well as how to protect themselves while coloring.
Listed below are a couple of specific resources in the area that have been created to help hurricane victims:
The Greater New Orleans Foundation has established a fund to receive on-line contributions for hurricane relief in that community. Go to the foundation's Web site (www.gnof.org) and click on Hurricane Katrina Recovery Fund.
The Baton Rouge Area Foundation announced the establishment of two new funds in response to the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Katrina to southeast Louisiana. Tax deductible donations to one or both of these funds are now being accepted online at www.braf.org.
GREAT GRANTS/SUPER SERVICE AWARD GOES TO MADISON CO. YOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT YP JAM 05
A $500 "Great Grant-Super Service Activity Award, courtesy of Anthem, was presented to the Youth Leadership Academy of Madison County for their "Battle of the Bands" philanthropy project. Twenty-six high school juniors who were "graduating" from the Madison County Youth Leadership Academy decided to have a "Battle of the Bands" event to raise funds to grant to deserving Madison County youth organizations for community service. Their goal was to raise $1,000. Because of outstanding planning and commitment to the youth, the first class event raised $5,000 which was granted to nine great service projects. The project was collaboration with the schools, Center for Character Development
and community businesses. Congratulations to these outstanding young people and thank you Anthem for your generous gift to the YP Jam!
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COLT'S ALL STAR PROGRAM
Through a partnership with the NFL, the Indianapolis Colts are excited to introduce the 2005 Colts Student All Star Program. Through this program, Indiana youth ages 13 and under
can apply for up to $300 in grants to fund a student-initiated community project or program. Each grant applicant must partner with a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization in order to complete their project. All applications must be submitted by October 15, 2005, in order to be eligible. To learn more about this program, or to download a grant application, view here. |
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COLTS JR. COMMUNITY QUARTERBACK PROGRAM
Are you an Indiana high school or college student looking to make a difference in your community? If so, the Indianapolis Colts and the NFL would like to
help.
During the 2005 season, Indiana high school and college students can apply for individual grants up to $5,000 in grants from the Indianapolis Colts and the NFL for a student-initiated community project. Students must partner with a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization in order to complete their project. All applications must be submitted by October 15, 2005, in order to be eligible. To learn more about this program, or to download a grant application, click here.
Be sure to visit the community section of www.colts.com for updated information on all of the Colts community initiatives.
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JA INCORPORATES PHILANTHROPY IN BIZ CAMP
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana, Inc. (JACI) offered a curriculum-based (yet fun!) summer camp this year and partnered with Learning to Give, YPII, Drive of Your Life, NCAA, and others to explore entrepreneurship, financial
literacy, & philanthropy. Why would JA pick philanthropy? Campers tried to image Indianapolis without the buildings funded by philanthropic dollars -- without workers educated with private scholarships -- without inventions & research developed by philanthropic initiatives. Well, you get the picture, and so did nearly 400 campers. Philanthropy isn't just a nice thing; rather, it's a defining characteristic of a successful American economy. That's a pretty powerful message for Indiana's youth to hear! Stephanie Stilson, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana, Inc. (JACI), 252-5900 ext. 226, stephanie@JAIndy.org
YOUNG HOOSIER RECOGNIZED NATIONALLY!
Daniel Kent, 16, of Carmel, Ind., a sophomore at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School in Indianapolis, has received national recognition for creating a nonprofit corporation dedicated to promoting computer and Internet literacy among senior citizens. Daniel, who for several years has taught both seniors and elementary school students how to use computers and the Internet, realized one day that there were many seniors who lacked the mobility or transportation to come to his classes. When he discovered that there were no programs in his area to address
this need, and that local senior facilities welcomed such a program, Daniel founded "Senior Connects." Daniel's acts of philanthropy were recently highlighted in the Youth Serve America's national newsletter. He has received several awards for his good works. Congratulations to an outstanding young Hoosier philanthropist!
$200,000 IN GRANT FUNDING FOR YOUTH SERVICE DAY
Youth Service America and the State Farm Companies Foundation are offering $1,000 and $2,000 grants to students (aged 5-25), teachers, school-based service-learning coordinators, and organizations to support service-learning projects for the 18th annual National & Global Youth Service Day (April 21-23, 2006).
Current Funding Opportunities include:
•National & Global Youth Service Day Lead Agency $2,000 Grants:
Fifty $2,000 grants, funded by the State Farm Companies Foundation, are available and applications must be received by September 12, 2005.For more information or to apply, please visit: www.YSA.org/nysd.
•State Farm Good Neighbor Service-Learning $1,000 Grants:
One hundred $1,000 grants, funded by the State Farm Companies Foundation, are available to implement service-learning projects for National & Global Youth Service Day. State Farm Grant applications must be received by October 17, 2005. For more
information or to apply, please visit: www.YSA.org/nysd.
TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES THROUGH SERVICE
Innovations for Civic Participation and America's Service Commissions (www.asc-online.org) have released a new publication to support state programming and increase the impact of service. "Transforming Communities through Service" showcases 51 of the most innovative AmeriCorps programs from around the country. The link to this project and publication is: http://www.icicp.org/index.php?tg=entry&idx=more&article=432&idg=2
THE HOME DEPOT AND KaBOOM! TO CREATE AND REFURBISH 1,000 PLAYSPACES IN 1,000 DAYS
With the physical activity of children on the decline and obesity increasing, The Home Depot, and the national nonprofit organization KaBOOM! announced a community initiative to create and refurbish 1,000 playspaces in 1,000 days throughout North America. Over the next three years, The Home Depot will invest $25 million and nearly 1 million volunteer hours in support of this program, which is expected to benefit 1.5 million parents and children. Communities interested in bringing a new playspace to their area,
please visit: www.kaboom.org for program details.
SEASONS OF SERVICE AND SPECIAL EVENTS
October 22, 2005 Make A Difference Day - www.makeadifferenceday.com
November 7-13, 2005 World Kindness Week - www.actsofkindness.org
November 19, 2005 National Family Volunteer Day - www.pointsoflight.org/organizations/nfvd.cfm
January 2006 National Mentoring Month -
www.whomentoredyou.org
January 16, 2006 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day / MLK Day of Service - www.mlkday.org
April 21-23, 2006 National & Global Youth Service Day - www.YSA.org, www.gysd.net
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For more information, contact:
Jerry Finn, Program Manager (812) 923-2065
The Youth Philanthropy Initiative of Indiana (YPII)
32 East Washington Street, Suite 1100
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
317.715.6709, YPII@aol.com, www.YPIN.org
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...growing lifelong philanthropists who give of their time, talent, and treasure for the common good.
Supporters of the Vision
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana, Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, Community Partnerships with Youth, Emmis Communications, Indiana Association of Cities and Towns Foundation, Indiana Association of School Principals, Indiana Association of United Ways, Indiana Dollars for Scholars, Indiana Grantmakers Alliance, Indiana Humanities Council, Indiana Pacers Foundation, Indiana Youth Services Association, Indiana Youth Institute, Indianapolis Colts, The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana, Inc.,
Leadership Fort Wayne, Legacy Fund Community Foundation, a CICF affiliate, Learning To Give-Indiana, Mary E. Ober Foundation, MCCOY, Moore Foundation, Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, South Madison Community Foundation Youth Commission, Y-Press, Youth As Resources/United Way of Central Indiana, Youth as Resources of Wayne County, YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, Youth Connections, and 4H Youth Development
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