Community Foundation of Grant County, Indiana, Inc.

Apparently, it's World Book Day. What books are you reading these days? Find the CoFo Team Goodreads List here: https://lnkd.in/gtp3__7t

There's still time to register and attend Grant County’s Public Input Session to help shape a bold East Central Indiana Arts & Cultural Plan from the ground up! Use the link below to learn more and register! Tuesday, April 22, Marion | @ 5:00 PM Kennedy Art Center, 326 S Washington St, Marion https://lnkd.in/g-vdw-Cs This Arts & Cultural Planning process, facilitated by the East Central Regional Partnership, is made possible by the Indiana Economic Development Center with funding from Lilly Endowment, Inc.

Next week, we'll be hosting the Collabora BEFORE Tour: 📅 Wednesday, April 17th ⌚ 3-4:00 PM 📍 100 S Washington St, Marion. Come celebrate with us! This is a true BEFORE tour—so, please prepare for: 🤧 Ample dust 🚫🪑 Standing room only (no chairs or table seating) 🚫💧 No running water ✔ Also, no RSVP required! We’re also excited to reveal a Data Drive—a powerful new tool designed to provide local, current, and relevant data to inform decisions across Grant County. Think of it as a one-stop digital shop for nonprofits, grantseekers, and community leaders—accessible anytime, anywhere. The Data Drive content is organized in four areas: 1) Economic Vitality, 2) Talent Development, 3) Quality of Place, 4) Quality of Life. You are invited to join us as we celebrate the launch of these two dynamic community resources—Collabora and the Data Drive!

Where there's a will, there's a way. Where there's NO will, there's... 6 years in probate court. 😬

On Tuesday, May 6th, Taylor University will be hosting a grant writing workshop in collaboration with Taylor's Office of Grants & Sponsored Programs, free to all community members and groups. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gfzSxj7d

If you've been looking for ways to engage with the READI 2.0 process or simply more opportunities to contribute to the future of arts & culture planning in your neighborhood or city, here's your chance! Register and attend one of these local Public Input Sessions to help shape a bold East Central Indiana Arts & Cultural Plan from the ground up. Every voice is vital to a future where arts and culture enhance quality of life and strengthen local economies. Find your county's registration link on the website. Here are the details for Grant County: Tues, April 22 | 5PM | Grant County - https://lnkd.in/g-vdw-Cs If you live, work, or play in this county, we're grateful for your perspectives and look forward to what you'll contribute to these input sessions! As always, thank you for your critical work in our corner of Indiana!

Earlier this month, the Community Foundation’s Community Leadership Department—led by Meagan Mathias—hosted the first follow-up Community-Based Action Planning meeting with our two Coaches from Ball State. The gathering was well attended and filled with meaningful conversation. It’s exciting to see new faces around the table and hear fresh ideas—big and small—that have the potential to make a real difference in our community. Interested in getting involved or learning more? We’d love to connect with you!

Every three years, Marion Health checks in with our community to see what’s needed most when it comes to health and wellness. It’s called the Community Health Needs Assessment, and your input is crucial! 📝 I took the survey—it took less than 2 minutes! There’s also an extended version if you’ve got 5 extra minutes to spare. ✅ Quick. ✅ Easy. ✅ Helps shape the future of local healthcare! 💙 Take the survey & share it with friends and family! Let’s make sure our community’s voice is heard. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g2UF4Taz

Every three years, Marion Health checks in with our community to see what’s needed most when it comes to health and wellness. It’s called the Community Health Needs Assessment, and your input is crucial! 📝 I took the survey—it took less than 2 minutes! There’s also an extended version if you’ve got 5 extra minutes to spare. ✅ Quick. ✅ Easy. ✅ Helps shape the future of local healthcare! 💙 Take the survey & share it with friends and family! Let’s make sure our community’s voice is heard. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g2UF4Taz

✅📝Please join the Grant County Area Plan Commission March 20, 2025 for a Public Workshop from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at the 4H Fairgrounds to discuss the Grant County Comprehensive Plan as well as enter for the chance to win a raffle! 🎟