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Once a month, nearly two dozen city employees in Indianapolis step away from their desks and briefly set aside their tasks to spend a day focused on becoming more efficient leaders. They’re all part of the 2021 Leadership Education Accelerated Development Class (L.E.A.D.) run by IU Executive Education.

“When organizations invest in developing leaders, they can run agencies more effectively which benefits the people they serve,” says IU Executive Education Director Sara Johnson.

L.E.A.D. is one of the many consulting programs developed by Executive Education that focus on governance, organizational assessments, executive leadership and development, and/or strategic planning.

“We take pride in how well we work with our partners to develop a curriculum that best meets their needs,” Johnson explains. “Our consulting faculty are experienced practitioners with many years of real-world experience prior to joining our team. They use their experience to develop engaging programs for organizations across the country and even internationally.”

In L.E.A.D.’s case, the city of Indianapolis wanted to develop leaders within its ranks. This year, 10 agencies selected their brightest up-and-coming leaders and offered them the chance to join the program.

In 2020, 15 agencies were involved–including Josiah Johnson’s. He had recently moved from the city’s Human Resources department to the Office of Public Health and Safety.

“Working in local government, there are many opportunities provided to employees,” he says. “When I was working in HR, I sought out any opportunity to further not only my ‘pedigree’ but anything that would make me more well-rounded.”

His supervisors had taken notice of that initiative. One of them approached him in 2019 and recommended he sign up for the course — at no cost to him.

“Education is being handed out for free — that’s always a win and should be taken with the utmost gratitude,” he says.

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Child Advocates has received a $1,000 gift from the Indiana Democrat African American Caucus to support the organization’s ongoing race equity work.

Early Learning Indiana has awarded Closing the Gap grants to 18 organizations. The funds will be used to address local child care access issues, increase capacity and quality, and ensure affordability and choice for families. The funding is made possible through a 2019 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. Read

United Way of Central Indiana has announced that nominations for ELEVATE awards are now being accepted to recognize top young philanthropists. The program honors individuals and groups that exemplify the leadership, philanthropy and ingenuity needed to move the community forward on important social causes. Nominate

Meridian Foundation has awarded eight nonprofits $10,000 each to support their innovative approaches to serving the community. The recipients are the Society of St. Andrew, The Milk Bank, CICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions, Early Learning Indiana, Spirit and Place, PATTERN, Launch HOPE Foundation and GANGGANG. Read

The Junior League of Indianapolis (JLI) has awarded seven nonprofit organizations funding as part of its annual Community Assistance Grants program. Tindley Accelerated Schools, which received the largest grant of $30,000, will use the funds to expand its Innovation Lab. Read

DONATIONS REQUESTED: Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank is asking for food donations, including fresh vegetables, canned chicken/tuna, helper mixes, canned meat stews/chunky meat soup and canned fruit. Learn more

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Is now the right time for a partnership or merger/acquisition? virtual and in-person session (Charitable Allies Inc., 9100 Purdue Road, #115) on Jan. 18, 8-9:30 a.m. A panel of experts will explain the reasons why organizations should consider a merger, the different types of mergers/collaborations, considerations for employees and culture, legal strategies and tax concerns. Presented by VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm, The National Bank of Indianapolis, and Charitable Allies. Cost: Free. Register

IU McKinney Law is hosting a virtual Juris Doctor information session on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. for those interested in applying to start law school in 2022. The one-hour session outlines the steps in the application process. Cost: Free. Register

Fearless asking: How to build an individual giving program pre-recorded webinar. This workshop will help you understand the current fundraising environment and how to overcome the fears that get in the way of confidently asking for the support your nonprofit needs. Hosted by The Indianapolis Public Library. Cost: Free. Watch

9 steps to crafting a more effective email appeal pre-recorded webinar. Learn how to optimize email subject lines and preview text, structure donation appeal copy, and craft a compelling call-to-action to increase donations. Presented by Network for Good. Cost: Free. Watch

Retirement plan update: Common audit findings pre-recorded webinar. Prepare for the new year by hearing what auditors have to say about the most common audit findings. Hosted by VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm. Cost: Free. Watch

Back on my Feet needs a career coach to work one-on-one with members. The coach will help the members on their employment journey by assisting them with writing resumes, completing job applications, preparing for interviews and more. Schedule is flexible. Learn more

Indianapolis Motor Speedway has numerous fundraising opportunities through volunteerism. Levy, the track’s new concessionaire, is looking for small or large groups of volunteers to work events in May and July in exchange for a contribution to their organization. To learn more, email imsconcessions@levyrestaurants.com or visit the site.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana needs volunteers for guest services and culinary responsibilities. Upcoming volunteer orientations are on Jan. 8 and 29. If you are at least 18 years of age and able to commit to six months of service, learn more or contact Mary Friend at mfriend@rmhccin.org or at 317-267-0605, x 225.

IndyProv, a nonprofit arts organization, is looking for board members to support its mission. For more information, contact Robin Kildall robin@indyprov.com 

Charitable Allies Care & Keeping of a Nonprofit guide Learn about the details that should be included in your board of directors manual, annual filing requirements to keep your nonprofit in good standing, legal duties of a board of directors and types of insurance nonprofits often need. Download

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