Community Resources
Below are examples of vision (organizational goal) and mission (how the goal is accomplished) statements directly from local organization websites. If not already partners with MHCR, these organizations would be great options to invite collaboration for your/their next community events; contact them, asking to speak with the event or operations manager. Make sure to offer the resources you have– including volunteers– for their next events to build relationships and networks.
​Mars Hill Arts Center
Mars Hill Arts Center is a nonprofit focused on providing programming for the neighborhood of Mars Hill on the near southwest side of Indianapolis. It houses pottery, floral design, and craft studios, in addition to an activity space. The Mars Hill Arts Center also offers space for gatherings and special events at an affordable rental cost. The meeting room space can serve as a training venue and the arts center offers art and yoga as part of a corporate training experience. In addition, the space is utilized by a community Tae Kwon Do class and other community activities.
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2811 Mars Hill St - Indianapolis, IN 46241
317-340-0321
George T. Goodwin Community Center
Each year, the George T. Goodwin Community Center touches the lives of more than 800 families, individuals, seniors, and children in the Mars Hill and Decatur Township area. From working families struggling to make ends meet, to seniors seeking companionship and ways to stay healthy, the Goodwin Community Center connects neighbors and families with the resources that promote independence and life-long growth.
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https://www.goodwincenter.org/
3935 W Mooresville Rd - Indianapolis, IN 46221
317-247-5201
Indy Hunger Network’s (IHN)
Indy Hunger Network’s (IHN) mission is to ensure that anyone who is hungry can access the food they need. Our organization was created in 2009 to unify a network of hunger relief partners as well as coordinate the movement towards a cohesive system that works to end food insecurity in central Indiana. In 2015, Gleaners’ Board leadership and other caring community leaders made it possible to build a pantry adjacent to Gleaners’ warehouse. The Community Cupboard is a model for other hunger relief agencies, implementing best practices and innovative services designed to not just feed the hungry, but serve with dignity and respect. Converted to a drive-thru model during the pandemic, neighbors can receive a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, protein, dairy, and other items from the comfort of their cars, loaded by community volunteers.
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https://www.gleaners.org/ https://www.indyhunger.org/
3737 Waldemere Ave – Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 925-0191
CHIP - Coalition for Homelessness Intervention & Prevention
CHIP - Coalition for Homelessness Intervention & Prevention board and staff members believe that successful efforts towards ending homelessness require the collective talents, resources, and commitment of the entire Indianapolis community. No one group or individual has the ability to address these issues alone. CHIP mobilizes, advocates, and empowers community collaboration toward ending homelessness and fosters an effective system of homelessness prevention and intervention in the greater Indianapolis area.
[CHIP also provided the community hotline resource table below.]
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1014 Prospect St – Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 630-0853​
Recommended Community Hotlines
Hotline Resources from pages 4-5 of CHIPIndy.org/uploads/1/3/3/1/133118768/chip_handbook_of_help_2022-for_print.pdf
Additional Grant Resources
Additional nonprofit, grant, and foundation information for Indianapolis can be found at: https://www.causeiq.com/directory/indianapolis-carmel-anderson-in-metro/
Cause IQ has detailed sections for each, including nonprofit budget allotments, connected organizations, their attached grants and vendors, and filters to help you narrow your search. Pro subscription will allow the most access; for 501(c)(3), the Pro subscription option costs $299/month for 12 months. If this is not currently available in the budget, consider canvassing organizational donors for a one time, tax-deductible gift to MCHR.
Free grant searches at the local, state, and federal level can be found at:
https://grants.gov/search-grants
Grants.gov is a free resource hub compiled by the US government for awards and endowments; it gives contact information, grant cycle information, nonprofit organization and has multiple filters to narrow down your search.
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Community Action Agencies' Services: These agencies provide a range of services including job opportunity resources, money management courses, transportation options, and food banks. These services can help in building financial stability and addressing immediate needs like food security​​.
Link to Multiple Help Agencies in Indiana
https://www.in.gov/dwd/job-seekers/other-assistance-programs/
These include resources for food and clothing, mental health and addiction, healthcare, housing and utility assistance, education and employment, and tax assistance. The page also offers information about child care resources, child support enforcement, food stamps, homeowner assistance, coronavirus help, energy assistance, Medicaid, Medicare, and various other federal and state programs aimed at supporting different segments of the population.