Civic & Nonprofits

Coverage of people and works undertaken by local government and nonprofits that provide innovative solutions for the community.

How Wabash County is responding to food insecurity

This story was created in partnership with Visit Wabash County. When challenges arise, community members step up. That’s the mentality residents in Wabash County have maintained as hunger relief has become a top priority for people throughout the county. According to data from the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Indiana, 14.2% of Wabash County residents […]

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Food aid in Allen County

Find resources or learn how to support these 11 organizations working to provide hunger relief in Allen County and beyond.

Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne asks community to support local nonprofits for #GivingTuesdayFW Challenge

Leading up to Giving Tuesday, the Community Foundation is encouraging charitable giving to area nonprofits.

Planting seeds for a greener future: Huntington celebrates ‘Oaktober’ with new city forester

For the first annual Oaktober, Huntington planted 500 trees across the town to boost its urban forest.

Brave Bags: A community-based program supporting children in crisis

Blessings in a Backpack’s Brave Bag initiative provides necessities and comfort items to support children during crises.

Andrews at an Bring-it Push-it Own-it event.
Meet Bri Andrews: A local advocate focused on solutions

“Now, I use my story to teach others how to reclaim their power, to advocate for policies that break cycles of harm, and to model a faith that meets people in their pain without judgment. This work isn’t charity – it's justice in action. It’s being the change that I want to see in this world."

Making a difference locally: Three tips for volunteering

“I think that takes real ownership over the community, like you are invested in it– you believe in it.”

Amy Trowbridge, who works for Ford Meter Box, helps cyclists at Dam to Dam registration.
Beyond the factory floor: Manufacturing companies making a difference in Wabash County

“You always hear about Paperworks and Ford Meter Box always stepping up and filling in the need. It goes back to the size of the community, where employers realize that they have a huge impact on the livelihood of our individual citizens and as a community as a whole.”

Margaret Wheeler (left) and Geena Howe (right)
Blog: Young leaders, big impact: Meet the students raising awareness and funds for cancer research

"This year, we’ve committed ourselves to something different. We're dedicating ourselves to instilling positive change wherever we go, whether it's with a simple smile or through something more impactful, like our Student Visionaries of the Year campaign."

Competitors sprint to their bikes to start the 6-hour endurance race.
How the Winona Lake Trail Fest brings its community together to support trails

“It’s a great way to cap off the cycling season by shining a light on this incredible amenity that we’re blessed to have."

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