Hamilton County Community Foundation

Congratulations to all of the 2026-2027 Stronger Partners Brighter Futures Cohort Members! We are especially excited to see two Hamilton County organizations, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre and Grace Care Center, in this wonderful group of well-deserving nonprofits.

This program helps nonprofits launch or strengthen planned giving programs by providing expert guidance and practical tools to build long-term momentum. The program is facilitated by Cape Fletcher Associates, a Central Indiana-based philanthropic consulting firm.

Join us in congratulating this year's cohort!

Happy Pride Month from HCCF!

This month invites us to reflect on what it takes to build a community where everyone feels like they belong.

Strong communities are built on inclusion. Yet LGBTQIA+ individuals are disproportionately impacted by challenges like housing instability and mental health needs, especially in the absence of support.

At HCCF, we believe everyone deserves access to the resources and opportunities that allow them to thrive. That’s why we’re committed to supporting efforts that build a more inclusive, connected Hamilton County.

From challenges to opportunities, one message from Westfield Chamber of Commerce's State of Healthcare was clear: when healthcare is part of broader community conversations and leaders across sectors align on Hamilton County's most pressing priorities, we move beyond ideas and into real action.

Collaboration throughout the county is the most essential part of turning momentum into meaningful change and creating a stronger community that truly thrives.

Yesterday, we partnered with the City of Carmel to bring together City of Carmel Arts Grant recipients at the first session of our Nonprofit Bootcamp series. Attendees heard from several expert speakers about the ins and outs of nonprofit operations and finance.

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! Central Indiana Community Foundation, Carmel Fire Department , Sue Finkam for Carmel Mayor, & City of Carmel, Indiana Government

We had the opportunity to join Carmel High School's Class of 2026 at their scholarship night!

So far, they've earned more than $12 million in local and college-sponsored scholarships—a reflection of their hard work and bright futures ahead.

We’re grateful to be invited to celebrate alongside these amazing students, families, and educators during this scholarship season!

A proposed bipartisan bill could change how charitable giving works through retirement accounts, with potential benefits for donors and communities alike.

In this article, HCCF board member Tom Bayer breaks down proposed legislation that would expand how charitable giving works through retirement accounts, and what it could mean for donors, nonprofits, and communities like ours.

Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/4J4XfgA

We are still thinking about Hamilton County Tourism's inaugural State of Tourism event!

We loved hearing about the impact of tourism across the county and we ended our day by exploring Conner Prairie's must-see exhibit, Wellspring.

As HCT President and CEO Karen Radcliff shared, “When tourism thrives, the community thrives.”

With so much on the horizon, 2026 is really is the year to be here!

The HCCF team has been busy this month attending honors nights throughout the county!

At Noblesville High School's Honor Night, we were proud to celebrate alongside our fundholders and community members who made these scholarships possible.

Thanks to their generosity, students received more than $230,000 in scholarships!

We are excited to share HCCF's first ever Annual Report!

In it, we highlight our impact across Hamilton County and showcase the momentum driving our community forward.

Thank you to the donors, fundholders, nonprofit partners, and community members and leaders who continue to invest their time, resources, and energy into Hamilton County.

View the full report: https://loom.ly/yoexB1c