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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana develops mentors committed to helping boys and girls grow into the next generation of caring, confident, and competent adults.

Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University - The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University increases the understanding of philanthropy and improves its practice through programs in research, teaching, public service, and public affairs.

College Mentors for Kids, Inc. - College Mentors for Kids, Inc. exposes underprivileged elementary school students to the opportunities of higher education through weekly campus-based activities with college student mentors.

Community Partnerships with Youth, Inc. - Community Partnerships with Youth Inc. is a non-profit national training and resource development organization with over ten years of experience in promoting increased youth voice in organizations and communities.

ESP (Education & Support for Philanthropy) - ESP is an organization dedicated to supporting Youth Philanthropy efforts through nonprofit education and youth empowerment.

Emergent Leadership Institute - The purpose of the Emergent Leadership Institute is to engage young people to become holistic members of their community through volunteerism and service learning.

Emmis Communications - Emmis Communications (NASDAQ: EMMS) is the 7th largest radio group in the U.S. Emmis has been voted the Most Respected Radio Company in a poll of industry CEOs.

Indiana Association of Cities and Towns Foundation - The mission of the IACT Foundation is to support and initiate efforts to promote more efficient and effective local government for the benefit of Hoosiers.

Indiana Association of School Principals - The Indiana Association of School Principals leads in the advocacy and support of all principals in their commitment to every child.

Indiana Association of United Ways - United Ways work together to promote public policies that strengthen charitable giving; volunteering; and human service planning, coordination, and funding.

Indiana Dollars for Scholars - Indiana Dollars for Scholars is a state network of community-based, volunteer-operated scholarship foundations in cities, towns and neighborhoods in Indiana.

Indiana Grantmakers Alliance - The Indiana Grantmakers Alliance is a membership organization dedicated to advancing philanthropy throughout Indiana.

Indiana Humanities Council - The Indiana Humanities Council strengthens communities through targeted initiatives in leadership, education, and culture

Indiana Pacers Foundation
The Pacers Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life of youth in the state of Indiana by inspiring and motivating them to become involved in community activities, take their education seriously, set personal goals, actualize their dreams and take responsibility for their own lives and neighborhoods.

Indiana Youth Services Association - The Association and its members are committed to providing the people of Indiana with the services necessary for vulnerable youth to grow into healthy, productive, and nurturing adults.

Indiana Youth Institute - The Indiana Youth Institute promotes the healthy development of children and youth by serving the institutions and people of Indiana who work on their behalf.

Indianapolis Colts - Official NFL site for the Indianapolis Colts.

Inquisitive Kids - The mission of Inquisitive Kids, Inc. (IKI) is to enable supportive adults and community organizations to come together for the common goals of instilling in children an enthusiasm for academics, an appreciation of the arts, and development of life skills.

Junior Achievement of Central Indiana, Inc. - The Junior Achievement organization's purpose is to educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives. 

Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc. - Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc. is a nonprofit with a mission to unite people to beautify the city, improve the environment and foster community pride. Each year, approximately 30,000 volunteers dig in to complete nearly 500 community improvement projects.

Leadership Fort Wayne - This organization's mission is to provide leadership development for a diverse group of citizens to enable them to effectively serve their community.

Learn and Serve Indiana - The Learn and Serve Indiana program has a mission to support service-learning programs in schools that help students from kindergarten through Grade 12 meet community needs, while improving their academic skills and learning the habits of good citizenship.

Legacy Fund Community Foundation, a CICF affiliate - CICF's mission is to inspire, support, and practice philanthropy, leadership, and service in our community.

Mary E. Ober Foundation - The Mary E. Ober Foundation was founded a decade ago by Mary Ober and the founding board members. The Foundation places the highest priority on creating relationships in the Indianapolis community and surrounding regions, resulting in solutions that are both innovative and will ensure accountability.

Marion County Commission on Youth (MCCOY) - MCCOY is a clearinghouse of information and strategic thinking regarding youth issues as well as the driving force behind comprehensive community-wide solutions.

Moore Foundation - The Moore Foundation is a private foundation with interests in education and services for youth.

Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
In January 2005, Governor Mitch Daniels created the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (OFBCI) to insure that the faith-based institutions of Indiana were provided equal access to state and federal resources and services.

Simon Youth Foundation - Simon Youth Foundation exists to foster and improve educational opportunities, career development and life skills for at-risk youth through focused programs and initiatives.

South Madison Community Foundation Youth Commission - This Foundation in Pendleton, Indiana comprises 8-12 grade students focused on self-governance, community service and award of community grants.

Timmy Foundation - The Timmy Foundation is a humanitarian organization, based in Indianapolis, that seeks to actively engage young volunteers in global medical relief.

Trustee Leadership Development, Inc. - Trustee Leadership Development, Inc. is a not for profit organization whose mission is to develop strong boards and assist central Indiana organizations effectively meet their missions.

Y-Press - A nonprofit youth news bureau that stresses youth development and leadership skills.

Youth Embracing Service, Inc. (YES) - YES is a non-profit youth service organization created by youth to encourage youth participation in service work and to create a network of youth philanthropists who make a difference. The organization is based in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Youth as Resources/United Way of Central Indiana - Youth as Resources of Central Indiana (YARCI)is a youth development program that gives money (small grants) to youth groups to operate volunteer projects in their community.

Youth as Resources of Wayne County - Youth As Resources of Wayne County is committed to developing responsible, involved, caring citizens through positive youth development, youth/adult artnerships, and community involvement.

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis - Whether building community by bringing people together or by reaching out to meet a specific community need, the YMCA builds strong communities every day.

Youth Connections - Youth Connections strives to be an advocate for youth and their families by providing programs and services for positive youth development, crisis intervention and family services.

www.learningtogive.org - Find over 1,000 innovative K-12 education in philanthropy lesson plans on this site. The lesson plans serve to educate young people about philanthropy, and the nonprofit and volunteer sectors. Easily integrated into socialstudies, English language arts, math, and science curricula, the lessons are coded to Indiana academic standards. Many of the lessons have been adapted for use in community organizations.

4H Youth Development - Assists youth and adults in their development by conducting hands-on educational programs, using the knowledge base of Purdue University, other land grant universities and the United States Department of Agriculture.