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IMPD Chief Urges Congress to support crime fighting partnerships

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IMPD Chief Bryan Roach traveled to DC on April 22nd with Indianapolis LISC program officer Aaron Laramore to participate in a joint Department of Justice/LISC Building Partnerships for Crime Reduction Symposium. The symposium was a dialogue with police chiefs, prosecutors, residents and federal officials about successful strategies to put our most distressed communities on a path to safety and economic opportunity and in particular highlighted the importance of the Bryne Criminal Justice Innovation program, championed by Sen. Donnelly. Chief Roach met with Sen. Donnelly and also the staff of Sen. Todd Young (R, IN). The event brought together law enforcement … Continued

LISC National CEO Discusses 2016’s Record Investments and Impact

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LISC National CEO Discusses 2016’s Record Investments and Impact After reflecting on 2016, Maurice Jones, LISC CEO, lays out the year’s record investments and impact in the hundreds of neighborhoods where LISC works. And in this season of football playoffs and New Year’s resolutions, he reaffirms LISC’s ongoing commitment to bringing its A-game to revitalizing communities. Read the full message

Successful Development on Tap Speaks to Gentrification in Indy

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Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Development on Tap. The event, Gentrification in Indy with national housing expert Alan Mallach’s findings on changes in neighborhood incomes and housing values in Indianapolis, was well-attended and appreciated. “Indianapolis is a great city, with strong institutions, valuable assets, and healthy job and population growth. While some parts of Indianapolis are seeing rising incomes, house values and similar indicators, however, the data shows that substantially more parts of the city are seeing decline in these same indicators than are seeing growth. The city has been losing ground in important respects, experiencing weak … Continued

Successful Development on Tap focused on Transit

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Thank you to all the guests that attended last Thursday’s Development on Tap: “Is Transit a Gamechanger for Indy Neighborhoods?” We appreciate the thoughtful discussion from our panelists: Scarlett Martin, Orion Bell, Gary Hobbs and Michael McKillip, moderated by Rachel McIntosh. Matt Impink, Indy Chamber, updated guests on the current transit situation including the latest polling data on the referendum. Please click here to download the presentation.  

State Farm Neighborhood Assist- Be the Catalyst for Positive Change in your Community

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Have you ever wanted to help your community with a problem but didn’t know where to start? Maybe it’s a run-down park or to help the impoverished in your community. Now, YOU have the power to fix it. State Farm Neighborhood Assist wants to help identify and address key issues faced by consumers throughout the United States. State Farm Neighborhood Assist, a crowd-sourced philanthropic initiative, lets communities determine where grant funding is awarded. The application is short and simple, and can be found by visiting www.neighborhoodassist.com. You, or someone you know, could be the catalyst for positive change to your … Continued

Great Places 2020: Request for Letters of Interest

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LISC Indianapolis is asking Indianapolis neighborhood partners to submit a letter of interest for consideration by Sept. 30. The program is designed with a focus on effective placemaking and a vision for neighborhoods. Criteria for place selection is outlined on the Great Places 2020 website and includes the presence of a Quality of Life Plan, existing market activity, willing anchor institutions, nearby waterways or greenspaces, walkability and more. Once selected, each new Great Place will receive several months of planning assistance to create a detailed redevelopment plan for their target area. Please click here to download the Request for Letters … Continued

Support of Marion County Transit Plan

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The Local Advisory Board of LISC Indianapolis has resolved to support the referendum on the Marion County Transit Plan. The benefit of transit-oriented development is transformative for Indianapolis neighborhoods, particularly the Great Places 2020 communities. Also, stay tuned for details on the Sept. 22 Development on Tap entitled “Is Transit a gamechanger for Indianapolis neighborhoods?”. Details forthcoming.

WTHR Features Great Places 2020 initiative

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Thank you to WTHR-TV and Nicole Misencik for your spectacular coverage of the Great Places 2020 initiative. Thank you to Pia Urban Cafe & Market for hosting this conversation about making Indy’s neighborhoods great. Learn more about the campaign at www.greatplaces2020.org. Enjoy this short video about the great things happening in the Great Places!

2015 LISC Indianapolis Annual Report

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2015 a momentous year for LISC In 2015 LISC Indianapolis invested more than $15 million into Indianapolis neighborhoods in grants, loans, and equity. This supported 30 different non-profits, assisted 2,905 families and 102 businesses, built 91 homes, and improved 437,000 square feet of commercial space. We also support programs that enabled 528 family members to obtain jobs, over 500 families to increase their income, and the creation of 83 new neighborhood jobs. Please click here to read the 2015 LISC Indianapolis Annual Report.

Donate today to help the Indy Steelers!

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We have partnered with Patronicity to crowdfund for the Indy Steelers AYF. Your support will also help provide practice equipment such as tackling dummies, speed sled, resistance bands as well as some operational costs to continue to the program, enter tournaments and travel. Indianapolis LISC will match dollar for dollar up to $10,000! We have already raised $8,865 - just $1,135 shy of our goal! Click here to learn more and donate: https://www.patronicity.com/project/indy_steelers_football  

Donate to help improve Englewood Nature Playscape

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Great Places 2020 has joined forces with Patronicity to create a crowdfunding project in Englewood Village. A Retreat From The Concrete Jungle The Englewood Nature Playspace and Gardens is a beloved neighborhood asset, created over the last 15 years by and for neighbors, and in particular early childhood learners. It is a respite from the concrete and asphalt that dominates our neighborhood, and the only public greenspace in walking distance. Currently the space contains: Dozens of trees, including fruit trees Hundreds of native grasses and flowers Twelve raised garden beds A large sandbox Picnic Shelter with patio Climbing areas with … Continued

Indy LISC staff lends a hand

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Thanks to Groundwork Indy for organizing a great project last Friday, including a trash pickup along historic Burdsal Boulevard and renewing a community garden at Riverside Community Center.