Civic & Nonprofits

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

Anjelica Soto and Rosemary Boxley of Sistarz & Sistarz.

Giving back to their community: This Fort Wayne nonprofit is providing families with school supplies

Rosemary Boxley and Anjelica Soto share the powerful work of Sistarz & Sistarz Nonprofit Organization.

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Blue Jacket spent a week in July cleaning for Citilink buses.
How two Fort Wayne organizations are evolving to meet ‘essential’ needs during the pandemic

Blue Jacket and 100+ Women Who Care quickly adapted their operations to meet the needs of Fort Wayne's community, paving the way for other organizations to follow.

Erin Lawhon and other Grace College students are 3D printing ear guards for frontline workers wearing COVID-19 masks.
‘Why would I not help?’ How Northeast Indiana college students are giving back during COVID-19

As the pandemic continues, college students are putting their creativity and ingenuity to work, helping frontline workers stay comfortable on the job.

Donovan McLeister, left, and Trell Jones, right, are the Co-Founders of Dare to Live Different Inc. 
Dare to Live Different: Why two young residents are giving back in Fort Wayne

“Fort Wayne is a good city. It’s nice. It’s big; we just want to make it a little bit better.”

As states reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, people grieving a loss may experience higher levels of anxiety.
For those grieving a death, reopening Indiana may cause extra layers of anxiety

Erin’s House plans to continue its virtual groups into the summer. Here's why.

An app is helping Fort Wayne nonprofits prevent good food from going to waste.
As the pandemic draws attention to food disparity in Fort Wayne, here’s one way you can help

An app is helping Fort Wayne nonprofits prevent good food from going to waste.

A group of volunteers at the third Curbside BBQ in Southeast Fort Wayne.
Less talk, more action drives free Curbside BBQs in Southeast Fort Wayne

These community-led events are serving residents in a food desert with supplies and support.

Under normal conditions, children meet for programs at Erin's House.
Where can grieving children and families find hope during COVID-19? Erin’s House offers help

"Even under normal circumstances, grief can be lonely and feel like no one understands. These feelings are often exacerbated by social distancing." 

Many nonprofits are still serving on the front lines of the pandemic with fewer resources and volunteers.
As nonprofits keep serving during COVID-19, Northeast Indiana’s foundations are helping them survive

Many nonprofits are still serving on the front lines of the pandemic with fewer resources and volunteers.

Farmers State Bank in LaGrange donated snack baskets for employee break rooms.
Showing their appreciation: How LaGrange County is giving back to its local hospital

From signs on social media, to prayer nights, and luminary walks, residents across Northeast Indiana are supporting local healthcare workers.

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