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UNITE INDY partners with individuals, suburban churches, business leaders, and public officials to mobilize resources to support urban churches, ministries & charities struggling to help those in need.
Butler Prof's youth empowerment initiative
got a start at the UNITE INDY office last week where our staff members and representatives of some leading youth- assistance organizations joined the discussion about ways to empower youth - especially those who have witnessed or fear violence. Last year Professor Stephanie Fernhaber also developed a program to join food banks and pantries in an effort to support the areas of dire need. United in purpose, the conversation was enlightening and encouraging for all.
Breakfast with Rev. Fitzhugh Lyons'
Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance near 25th and Keystone is not for those watching their cholesterol intake. UNITE INDY attends monthly to strengthen ties with those doing important work in our inner city churches and ministries. Along with local news and views, Deputy Mayor Dr. David Hampton (left), updated us all on the latest findings in the case of the police shooting of Aaron Bailey. For information on IMA membership, see below!
Engage Indiana promotes caring businesses
and awards those that are a force for good in our city. The idea was conceived by Chris Cotterill (right) two years ago, and developed in conjunction with the Indianapolis Business Journal. Five hundred plus attended the event that promotes volunteerism in the corporate community as it establishes our state as a national leader in corporate social responsibility. (Yes, Chris is our son... and we're proud of him!)
These dead fish represent our dying
ministries. The lake is Indianapolis, and the ministries are perishing for lack of funding. The self support-raising model used by most churches and ministries may work in the suburbs, but in economically-challenged areas it fails because self-support doesn't work in poor areas. It's time to start saving our inner city churches and ministries.
New! UPCOMING EVENTS
Listed below are gatherings of organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for our inner city neighbors. Come, be a part of the action!

January 2017
What: Urban Servant Leadership Unconference
Why: To educate, inspire and empower current and emerging urban leaders — Learn from experienced community organizers how to network, advocate, sustain and grow as a leader in Indianapolis.
When: January 27, 2018 at 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Who: UNITE FOR CHANGE
Where: Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46218
How: FREE  
For more info: Please visit https://www.uniteforchange.org/un-conference

February 2017
What: Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance (IMA) Breakfast 
Why: Networking, featuring businesses, political figures, church and community events, job opportunities, etc.
When: First Tuesday of every month except January and September - Next Breakfast: February 6, 2018 at 9:30 a.m.
Who: Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance
Where: Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 2624 E. 25th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218
How: $100 per year 
For more info: Please call Rev. Fitzhugh L. Lyons, Sr. or Rev. Perry Carter at 317-925-6851

COMING SOON!
More UNITE INDY Forums, based on the success of our March 2017 Race Relations Forum (see event summary publication,  “Building Race Relationships” , or event  Video ). As a result of a recent survey of 50 urban Indianapolis pastors regarding the main issues faced by the communities they serve, upcoming Forums will be designed to examine what can be done to improve our inner city neighbors’ lives regarding:

  • Employment - First Quarter 2018
  • Education - Second Quarter 2018
  • Substance Abuse - Third Quarter 2018
  • Mental Health - Fourth Quarter 2018
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