LISC Indianapolis

My name is Sean Radford and I am serving as the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) AmeriCorps member at Edna Martin Christian Center. Being an AmeriCorps member has given me the opportunity to perform work that I recognize is truly beneficial to others. Read more about Sean's journey: https://lnkd.in/gvjtQR2X

My name is Kiaora Muhammad and I am serving as the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) AmeriCorps member at Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center. I am serving in this role to have the chance to learn more about the work being done in a community center and get to network with other individuals who are seeking the same things as me. Read more about Kiaora's journey: https://ow.ly/FyzO50SEJzN

My name is Zaria Fancy and I am serving as the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) AmeriCorps member at John Boner Neighborhood Centers. This program intrigued me because of the location of the building I’ll be working in and the opportunities for career advancement within the organization. Read more about Zaria's journey: https://ow.ly/NHjG50SEJnf

LISC Indianapolis staff had a wonderful time at the United Way of Central Indiana Annual Celebration! We hope everyone enjoyed the popcorn!

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) recently awarded $30,000 in predevelopment funds to Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center to expand their child care offerings to a nearby building. The funds will be used for project management, compliance consulting, and enhanced parent engagement planning. This project addresses the growing demand for licensed child care in Crooked Creek including those families with language barriers. Read more: https://ow.ly/3qAu50SEuP7

The LISC Indianapolis Income and Wealth Building team has been working closely with the Economic Mobility team at United Way of Central Indiana to enhance coaches’ knowledge and skills to continue supporting residents and neighbors throughout Indianapolis. This morning coaches from across the Center for Working Families and Bridges to Career Opportunities network learned about financial wellness for their personal finances.

The deadline has been extended for the Facade and Property Improvement Program to this Friday, July 19th. This round of funding is now available for both For-Profit businesses and Non-Profit organizations. https://lnkd.in/dcZjqNtw

LISC Indy Facade & Property Improvement Program Grant - DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY! Through the Small Business Facade and Property Improvement Program, LISC Indianapolis provides matching grants to property and business owners willing to renovate the street-front exteriors of their structures. This is a rebate program where business and property owners receive reimbursement for up to 50% of the cost of the project in amounts ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 for completed work. We are prioritizing minority/immigrant/ women-owned businesses, properties located in LISC neighborhoods, design elements that prevent crime, and COVID-19 adaptations. The application deadline is July 12. https://ow.ly/NLLa50Snq7u

On June 28th, the Supreme Court ruled that local governments can arrest unhoused people for sleeping in public places. LISC is profoundly disappointed with this decision as it allows the criminalization of the those who are unhoused and does not solve the growing homelessness crisis. Read LISC’s statement here: https://lnkd.in/euZ4Ppg2

LISC The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation are offering grants to #nonprofits to upgrade athletic facilities for youth in under-resourced communities. Join our June 26 webinar to learn how to build a strong proposal to submit by September 5. Register today: https://ow.ly/1VRP50Se9BQ