The Rotary Foundation of Indianapolis is a private, stand-alone corporation that serves as the primary community charitable arm of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Annual contributions to the Foundation are added to an eternal endowment fund and allocated income from that fund is utilized to support grants for charitable and educational purposes, primarily in the Indianapolis and Central Indiana areas. Download the 2018 Annual Report.
Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Announces
Community Grant Recipients
$70,000 in funding distributed to four Indianapolis nonprofits
Indianapolis, IN (December 4, 2018): The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation awards annual Community Grants through a competitive application and review process. The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the 2018-19 Community Grants.
• WFYI Public Media will receive $25,000 to fund a recurring, interactive program at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center that will feature the “Eva” documentary, a half-hour discussion and an interactive exhibit. The “Eva” documentary brings difficult topics to the forefront as it features the life journey of Eva Mozes Kor, Holocaust survivor.
• Fight for Life Foundation will receive $25,000 to expand the Building Dreams program to serve an additional 1,500 vulnerable students at five K-8 schools within the Indianapolis Public Schools boundaries. The program works to overcome trauma and build social-emotional competencies.
• Dove Recovery House will receive $10,000 to support “Steps to Success,” a community outreach and housing initiative to expand programming for women who are taking the first step toward recovery, financial stability and securing safe, affordable housing. In addition to two years of support at the House, participants also receive a rental subsidy towards permanent housing.
• Central Indiana Police Foundation will receive $10,000 to equip 110 local police officers with Trauma Kits that provide training and tools to help address immediate needs of those who are injured during a first response call. With the Kits, police officers can provide life saving treatment until ambulatory services arrive.
“We had over 100 applications submitted this year. The number of applicants highlights the incredible needs and services provided throughout Central Indiana,” says Indianapolis Rotary Foundation President Bill Bubenzer. “We appreciate the hard work of all those who submitted applications and are confident that our Community Grant recipients will use their funding to make a significant community impact.”
The Indianapolis Rotary Foundation is a private, stand-alone corporation that serves as the community charitable arm of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis. Each year, the Foundation generously donates almost $200,000 annually to projects and organizations in the Central Indiana Area that promote the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.”
With almost 300 members, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is one of the largest and most active Rotary Clubs in the world. Founded in 1913, the club has compiled an extensive record as one the leading supporters and contributors to the quality of life in Indianapolis. For further information about the Rotary Club of Indianapolis, visit www.indyrotary.org.
Riley Trim-a-Tree
Please join us at the 2018 Riley Trim-a-Tree on Thursday, December 6th, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. as we join with Riley children and their parents to make Christmas ornaments and decorate the Christmas tree in the lobby at Riley Children’s Health. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Matt Wilhelm at matt@walkeragency.com or 317-759-9310. We are seeking 15 volunteers for this fun event!
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
The bells will be ringing again for the Salvation Army. This year as we celebrate the Holiday Season, we can bring a little joy into many families by collecting monies in the Red Kettles. Please participate for 1 hour, with another Rotarian on November 29th , December 6th or 13th from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m.. We are in the downtown Mall Parking Garage Level (all location info will be sent to you) as always and are a delight to many shoppers and small children! Please see or contact Stacey Robinson or Jennifer Hobbs (or any Community Service Committee member) to be sent the Google Doc sign-up sheet. It is easy and the giving is so meaningful!
Riley Plea Tree
November 27th kicks off our annual gift drive for Riley Hospital. Look for the Riley Plea Tree at our regular Tuesday luncheons on November 27th, December 4th and December 11th. The gifts we provide are much needed and so appreciated by Riley patients and families, and are distributed directly to patient rooms by the Riley Cheer Guild. More information to come soon and we hope you include this as part of your giving this holiday season.
Join us for our series, Coffee and Conversation, where President John Mainella moderates Q&A and conversation with fascinating leaders in Indianapolis. Steve Campbell, Vice President of Communications for the Indianapolis Colts will be the guest of honor on December 13 at 8 a.m. during this intimate morning meeting designed for all Rotarians and guests to learn more about People of Action and topics of interest in our community. John and Steve will talk about his role with the Colts and the challenges and opportunities of working with and for an NFL team.
This Coffee and Conversation will be located in the Colts Locker Room at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Attendees must be registered in order to attend. Click here to register.
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is proud to celebrate the kick off of Indy Do Day at Gleaners Food Bank with Senator Richard Lugar!
After a short program featuring Senator Lugar and a tree dedication service in honor of the Lugar family, Rotarians will select from one of three opportunities to volunteer at Gleaners- landscaping, building science kits with Teachers’ Treasures or making backsacks to curb kids’ weekend hunger. Rotarians, and all of their guests, are encouraged to stay a little longer if schedules allow. We look forward to serving Indy together!
You MUST register for this lunch in advance. Click here to register, or pay at an upcoming Tuesday lunch.
Sink holes. The Big Dig. Potholes. The Red Line.
Construction. Construction. Construction
What else will we discuss with Indy DPW Director, Dan Parker, during Coffee and Conversation? Join us to find out.
Coffee and Conversation with Dan Parker, Director, Indianapolis Dept. of Public Works
Wednesday, August 29th, 8 a.m.
CHA Companies at Union Station
Registration on Eventbrite required!
Once again, The Indianapolis Indians will host the Annual Rotary vs Kiwanis Softball Game. Help us bring home the Babe!
This year, the game will be on Monday, June 11. Game time is at 5:05 p.m., with an Indians game beginning at 7:05 p.m. Each ticket is $15.00 and children 2 and under are free. $2 of every ticket will go to our own Indianapolis Rotary Foundation. Register and pay here!
Please purchase tickets no later than Sunday, June 3. Physical tickets will be distributed at the Rotary program on Tuesday, June 5. If you are unable to pick-up your tickets at the June 5 Rotary program, they will be provided at the Indianapolis Indians Will Call office on June 11.
Details:
Go Team Rotary!
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is proud to announce that nominations for the Rotary Outstanding Achievement Recognition (ROAR) Award is open (formerly called Rotarian of the Year.) Nominations for Rotarians in good standing who have demonstrated “Service Above Self” during his or her lifetime are being accepted. This award recognizes a life devoted to reflecting the Four Way Test, not just within the Club, but in their career and community life as well. This is considered a lifetime achievement award.
Award Information:
Download the ROAR nomination form.
Past Recipients:
2007: Marge Tarpley and Danny Danielson
2008: Dr. Tim Dudley
2009: Hugh Baker
2010: Bill Batt
2011: Bill Ervin
2012: Gene Busche
2013: Club celebrated 100th anniversary and named Rotarian of the Century: Senator Richard Lugar
2014: Paul Raikes
2015: Club celebrated retirement of Executive Director, Susie Harmless, and, therefore, no ROY named
2016: Judge Tom Fisher
2017: Elaine Bedel
The Rotary Club of Indianapolis will be going offsite for our luncheon program to one of the city’s hottest spring locations on Tuesday, April 24. Join us!
Register today for our club’s lunch at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. The program will begin with a lovely boxed lunch for networking, a program presented by the Ruth Lilly Deputy Director for Horticulture and Natural Resources Jonathan M. Wright and if you can, stay for a tour of their incredible outdoor natural exhibit, Hello Spring.
Please note the alternate timing for this great program:
Boxed Lunch in the Sutphin Fountain Room:11:30-12:30
Program in DeBoest Lecture Hall: 12:30-1:15
Optional Tours of Hello Spring:1:15-2:15
Free onsite parking available. Guests always welcome; advance registrations are required for this unique insider look.
As Club Secretary, I am excited to announce the official start of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis Board of Directors election process. On March 13 we will elect seven new directors who will serve a two year term. Candidate info forms are available for review by clicking here.
Rotary members in good standing are eligible to vote via absentee ballot or in person on March 13. Download the Absentee Ballot here.
Completed forms can be emailed to Kelly Tingle. You can also email the names of the seven individuals you choose to Kelly Tingle. It is important that you identify yourself in that email or your vote will not count. Absentee voting must be complete by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13.
Our Board of Directors helps set the tone, vision and even character of our club for years to come. Thank you in advance for participating in the election and ensuring we have continued outstanding leadership.