The City of Indianapolis' Office of Sustainability and United Water today announced that applications for the Green Infrastructure Grant Program are available beginning July 27 through October 1, 2009 at www.sustainindy.org.
The Green Infrastructure Grant Program, funded by United Water, provides $100,000 per year through 2011 to local organizations working to implement environmentally friendly practices. Recipients are selected based on the viability of the project as a whole, plus the organization's capacity to ensure completion, to "seed" experience in the community for similar projects, to link sustainable principles to economic development and efficiency gains, and to act as an incubator by offering technical assistance to others in the community interested in implementing similar projects.
"Green Infrastructure is an important part of improving water quality in our city," said Office of Sustainability Director, Kären Haley. "These grants allow organizations in Marion County to implement projects that creatively address water quality issues."
The maximum grant awarded is $20,000 which requires a 20 percent matching contribution from the receiving organization. Examples of Green Infrastructure include rain gardens, rain barrels, green roofs and porous pavement. More information about green infrastructure is available at http://www.sustainindy.org/green-infrastructure.cfm
Recipients of the 2008 grants were: American Society of Civil Engineers, Binford Redevelopment Area and Growth (BRAG), Cottage Home Neighborhood Association, Southeast Neighborhood Development (SEND), and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. (KIB).
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
INRC Extends ICBI Deadline
Due to the positive response to the Indianapolis Community Building Institute (ICBI), we are pleased to offer additional seats for participants who have not yet applied. In light of this development we have extended our application deadline to Thursday, July 30th, 2009.
Sign up now for this intensive option for the opportunity to explore ideas and develop practical skills necessary for building effective neighborhood leaders.
Fall 2009 ICBI Schedule
(all classes will take place at INRC, 1802 N. Illinois Street)
Intensive Track One:
Saturday August 1 and Saturday, August 15
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Intensive Track Two:
Saturday September 12 and Saturday, September 26
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Intensive Track Three:
Saturday October 24 and Saturday November 7
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Graduation
Thursday, November 19
5:30pm to 8:00pm: Program begins at 6:00pm
Note: Participants must attend all sessions
For more information please call 920-0330 x 100 or visit www.inrc.org for an application.
Sign up now for this intensive option for the opportunity to explore ideas and develop practical skills necessary for building effective neighborhood leaders.
Fall 2009 ICBI Schedule
(all classes will take place at INRC, 1802 N. Illinois Street)
Intensive Track One:
Saturday August 1 and Saturday, August 15
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Intensive Track Two:
Saturday September 12 and Saturday, September 26
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Intensive Track Three:
Saturday October 24 and Saturday November 7
9:00am to 4:00pm; INRC will provide lunch
Graduation
Thursday, November 19
5:30pm to 8:00pm: Program begins at 6:00pm
Note: Participants must attend all sessions
For more information please call 920-0330 x 100 or visit www.inrc.org for an application.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Check Out Fountain Square Academy
Fountain Square Academy, one of only three public high schools in all of Marion County to make AYP (federal standards for academic achievement) in 2008, launched a television commercial today to inform neighbors of its many programs and to encourage students to enroll in its unique college prep program. Fountain Square Academy (FSA) was invited into the community by the Southeast Neighborhood Development Corporation and is now in its 5th year of operation. It serves grades 5-12 and partners with both Ivy Tech Community College and Garfield Park. High school students are enrolled in college classes and the school pays for the tuition and the textbooks. The high school's staff helps students while they are taking the college classes. Last year, students at its sister school, Fall Creek Academy, graduated with as many as 33 college credits and went on to a 4-year university as a sophomore. FSA partners with Garfield Park to offer basketball and other sports programs for students. Teach For America teachers will be working at the school this fall, too.
Last year, students at the school outperformed more than 73 percent of their counterparts across the country in what they learned in one year's time. The school is free to the public and provides the free breakfast and lunch program as well as transportation. To enroll, please log onto www.FountainSquareAcademy.org today. School starts August 10.
Last year, students at the school outperformed more than 73 percent of their counterparts across the country in what they learned in one year's time. The school is free to the public and provides the free breakfast and lunch program as well as transportation. To enroll, please log onto www.FountainSquareAcademy.org today. School starts August 10.
An Award For Your Vision And Hard Work?
Introduction:
There's a whole lot of great work going on in Indy's urban neighborhoods. And now some of the best of the best will get the recognition they deserve -- thanks to an all-new awards program this October. This awards program will bring together new and existing awards sponsored by a number of community partners. The awards will be presented as part of a week of neighborhood celebrations that will culminate with Neighbor Power! A Gathering To Inspire Greater Indy Neighborhoods.
The Event:
Neighbor Power! will bring together hundreds of people from around the city who are interested in neighborhood improvement and community development. LISC Indianapolis, the Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiatives, and many others have coordinated the free gathering, which will include discussions and workshops on neighborhood issues on October 17. (Find out more here.)
The Awards:
The gathering will also feature an awards program on October 16 that will showcase some of the great things we're already accomplishing -- and you're invited to enter. The six awards include:
Connecting Community Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve services, education, or cultural aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to local mural project, job training program, neighborhood cultural event, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
Building Local Economy Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve business diversity or economic aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to farmer's market, hiring locally, eat/shop local, small business development, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
Inspiring Places Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve safety, housing, or beautification aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to crime watch programs, housing, neighborhood clean-up efforts, community/police partnerships, streetscape improvements, gateways, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
The Collaborative Spirit Award, sponsored by the Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center (INRC). This award recognizes projects that involve partnerships between neighborhood organizations and schools, businesses, or other neighborhood organizations. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact INRC at namccormick@inrc.org.
The Mayor's Neighborhood Award, sponsored by Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB). This award will recognize achievements of residents engaged as volunteers in beautification and/or environmental improvement projects. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact KIB at lfox@kibi.org.
The Carl J. Lile Partnership Award, sponsored by the Indianapolis Coalition for Neighborhood Development. This award recognizes the dedication and commitment of a community development leader in Indianapolis. The nomination process is internal and applications are not being accepted. Contact dfredericks@iaced.org for more information.
Get Involved
Apply for one - or more than one.
But do it now: the entry deadline for all award applications is August 24.
Good luck -- see you October 16!
There's a whole lot of great work going on in Indy's urban neighborhoods. And now some of the best of the best will get the recognition they deserve -- thanks to an all-new awards program this October. This awards program will bring together new and existing awards sponsored by a number of community partners. The awards will be presented as part of a week of neighborhood celebrations that will culminate with Neighbor Power! A Gathering To Inspire Greater Indy Neighborhoods.
The Event:
Neighbor Power! will bring together hundreds of people from around the city who are interested in neighborhood improvement and community development. LISC Indianapolis, the Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiatives, and many others have coordinated the free gathering, which will include discussions and workshops on neighborhood issues on October 17. (Find out more here.)
The Awards:
The gathering will also feature an awards program on October 16 that will showcase some of the great things we're already accomplishing -- and you're invited to enter. The six awards include:
Connecting Community Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve services, education, or cultural aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to local mural project, job training program, neighborhood cultural event, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
Building Local Economy Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve business diversity or economic aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to farmer's market, hiring locally, eat/shop local, small business development, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
Inspiring Places Award, sponsored by Neighbor Power! This award recognizes an institution, organization, or group of people that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and vision in their work to improve safety, housing, or beautification aspects of the quality of life of its neighborhood. This would include but not be limited to crime watch programs, housing, neighborhood clean-up efforts, community/police partnerships, streetscape improvements, gateways, etc. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact LISC at sthomas@lisc.org.
The Collaborative Spirit Award, sponsored by the Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center (INRC). This award recognizes projects that involve partnerships between neighborhood organizations and schools, businesses, or other neighborhood organizations. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact INRC at namccormick@inrc.org.
The Mayor's Neighborhood Award, sponsored by Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB). This award will recognize achievements of residents engaged as volunteers in beautification and/or environmental improvement projects. To nominate someone for this award, click here, or for more information contact KIB at lfox@kibi.org.
The Carl J. Lile Partnership Award, sponsored by the Indianapolis Coalition for Neighborhood Development. This award recognizes the dedication and commitment of a community development leader in Indianapolis. The nomination process is internal and applications are not being accepted. Contact dfredericks@iaced.org for more information.
Get Involved
Apply for one - or more than one.
But do it now: the entry deadline for all award applications is August 24.
Good luck -- see you October 16!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
THE INDYFRINGE BUILDING IS EVEN COOLER!!!
Thanks to the generosity of funders, donors and FringeFriday supporters the building is air conditioned. And there's more... a whole new look that will amaze you!!
Check it out next weekend at FringeFriday Performer Showcases, July 31and
FringeNext Preview, Saturday, August 1.
FringeFriday: July 31Thurgoode
IndyFringe Building, 719 E. St. Clair St.
5:30 p.m. Mix and Mingle (complimentary nibbles and cash bar)
6:15-7:30 p.m. performances
Get a sampling of several local Fringe 2009 shows including:
Broken Fragile Mind by Motus Dance Theatre
New Vaudeville by Midwest Emerging Artists
Simple Joys by Jennifer Sutton
Thurgoode by Fantaz Winnebago Productions
and More!
FringeNext Preview: Saturday, August 1
IndyFringe Building, 719 E. St. Clair St.
7 p.m.
Jared
Jared Sherlock, Master of Magic, will host a preview of our exciting and entertaining youth theatre. After getting a start in the first year of FringeNext in 2006, Jared's magic act has gone onto much acclaim including being featured in the Wall Street Journal for winning the 2008 Startup Nation's Top 20 Dorm Based Business. Now you can be dazzled by a new set of up and coming talents in their new home at the IndyFringe Building. You never know who might be the next big star.
Both events are free and open to the public so bring friends. Come see the progress of the IndyFringe building rennovatons. Now with airconditioning thanks to your help!
Check it out next weekend at FringeFriday Performer Showcases, July 31and
FringeNext Preview, Saturday, August 1.
FringeFriday: July 31Thurgoode
IndyFringe Building, 719 E. St. Clair St.
5:30 p.m. Mix and Mingle (complimentary nibbles and cash bar)
6:15-7:30 p.m. performances
Get a sampling of several local Fringe 2009 shows including:
Broken Fragile Mind by Motus Dance Theatre
New Vaudeville by Midwest Emerging Artists
Simple Joys by Jennifer Sutton
Thurgoode by Fantaz Winnebago Productions
and More!
FringeNext Preview: Saturday, August 1
IndyFringe Building, 719 E. St. Clair St.
7 p.m.
Jared
Jared Sherlock, Master of Magic, will host a preview of our exciting and entertaining youth theatre. After getting a start in the first year of FringeNext in 2006, Jared's magic act has gone onto much acclaim including being featured in the Wall Street Journal for winning the 2008 Startup Nation's Top 20 Dorm Based Business. Now you can be dazzled by a new set of up and coming talents in their new home at the IndyFringe Building. You never know who might be the next big star.
Both events are free and open to the public so bring friends. Come see the progress of the IndyFringe building rennovatons. Now with airconditioning thanks to your help!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Cultural Trail Meeting
If you haven't noticed, construction on the Cultural Trail's north and northeast corridors is now in full swing. Next up: our very own Virginia Avenue southeast corridor. Please join Gail Payne from the Cultural Trail and her team for a full update on the project, and Craig von Deylen from Perkins von Deylen Architects for his update on the important projects that will bring exciting and transformational change to the Southeast Corridor of the Cultural Trail, and to the Fletcher Place and Fountain Square neighborhoods.
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 19, 2009, from 6-8 p.m., at the Fountain Square Theater Building* at Shelby and Prospect Streets (the room will be marked). Bring your friends and neighbors (and your questions) and learn all of the latest information about the progress now happening, plus future plans and timetables.
See you August 19!
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 19, 2009, from 6-8 p.m., at the Fountain Square Theater Building* at Shelby and Prospect Streets (the room will be marked). Bring your friends and neighbors (and your questions) and learn all of the latest information about the progress now happening, plus future plans and timetables.
See you August 19!
SAVE THE DATE ANNOUNCEMENT!!
Planning for the 2009 Southeast Neighborhood Gathering is well underway! The date for this year’s gathering will be November 5th and the even will be held in the evening. Specific details will follow, but please mark your calendars. The neighborhood gathering is open to all and the more the merrier!
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