How public art is showing up in Fort Wayne’s neighborhoods
Neighborhood leaders say art installations help evoke and maintain a sense of place, identity, and pride.
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A fresh act for a historic spot: Strand Theatre finds new life and renewed community support
After years of uncertainty, Kendallville’s historic Strand Theatre is reborn.
Fort Wayne is rewriting the rulebook on rezoning to encourage development
Proactive rezoning removes some of the burden previously placed on residents, while helping shape and preserve neighborhood development.
Fort Wayne bets big on the future of its music economy
The formation of the Fort Wayne Music Office is the culmination of research, dialogue, and practicality.
Downtown Fort Wayne’s expansion brings services and community to Wells Street and Broadway businesses
The recently approved expansion of Downtown Fort Wayne into the Wells Street Corridor and Broadway has already shown benefits to its many businesses.
How creating space for connections can drive neighborhood development
Fort Wayne's neighborhood leaders use a shared space to crowdsource solutions and share ideas. These connections lighten the workload and stretch resources.
A community-wide initiative is underway to restore Fort Wayne’s Little Free Libraries
It’s been ten years since Little Free Libraries were built in Fort Wayne. Now one local club is reassessing their conditions and is asking for your help.
IFF’s energy-efficient work allows nonprofits to reduce energy costs, increase their mission-driven impacts across Indiana communities
IFF is helping Indiana nonprofits reduce utility costs and improve facilities through energy-efficient building upgrades. Programs in Bloomington, South Bend, and Indianapolis are helping organizations reinvest savings back into their community-focused missions.
How a statewide grant program supports the arts in rural communities
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) funds arts and cultural initiatives in rural counties that, in turn, support community, economic, and tourism goals.
What will a low-barrier shelter mean to Fort Wayne’s unhoused population?
City officials say a 24/7 shelter will offer programming, safe parking, and other amenities that will help people in need.
A fresh act for a historic spot: Strand Theatre finds new life and renewed community support
After years of uncertainty, Kendallville’s historic Strand Theatre is reborn.
Fort Wayne is rewriting the rulebook on rezoning to encourage development
Proactive rezoning removes some of the burden previously placed on residents, while helping shape and preserve neighborhood development.
Fort Wayne bets big on the future of its music economy
The formation of the Fort Wayne Music Office is the culmination of research, dialogue, and practicality.
Downtown Fort Wayne’s expansion brings services and community to Wells Street and Broadway businesses
The recently approved expansion of Downtown Fort Wayne into the Wells Street Corridor and Broadway has already shown benefits to its many businesses.
How creating space for connections can drive neighborhood development
Fort Wayne's neighborhood leaders use a shared space to crowdsource solutions and share ideas. These connections lighten the workload and stretch resources.
A community-wide initiative is underway to restore Fort Wayne’s Little Free Libraries
It’s been ten years since Little Free Libraries were built in Fort Wayne. Now one local club is reassessing their conditions and is asking for your help.
IFF’s energy-efficient work allows nonprofits to reduce energy costs, increase their mission-driven impacts across Indiana communities
IFF is helping Indiana nonprofits reduce utility costs and improve facilities through energy-efficient building upgrades. Programs in Bloomington, South Bend, and Indianapolis are helping organizations reinvest savings back into their community-focused missions.
How a statewide grant program supports the arts in rural communities
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) funds arts and cultural initiatives in rural counties that, in turn, support community, economic, and tourism goals.
What will a low-barrier shelter mean to Fort Wayne’s unhoused population?
City officials say a 24/7 shelter will offer programming, safe parking, and other amenities that will help people in need.
