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Building Indiana’s talent pipeline of senior professionals and board members within foundations and corporate giving programs.

The John Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute identifies and develops transformational philanthropic leaders in Indiana. This cohort-based program provides a continuing education experience that prepares future leaders for board and executive roles at foundations and corporations serving communities across Indiana. With each Mutz Institute cohort, we aim to:

Bring new ideas and fresh perspectives to the existing philanthropic community.
Support emerging philanthropic leaders through educational and professional development.
Elevate Indiana’s philanthropic field.
Create a network representative of Indiana's diverse communities.

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Highlights from Mutz Institute

Face time with some of the most influential people in the state and across the nation, including those in economic development, community development, business, higher education, nonprofits, and politics.
Real-talk on media pitches from Indianapolis Business Journal, IndyStar, Axios, Western Wayne News, Franklin College School of Journalism, and VOX Global.
Big idea talks with CivicLab, Mission Investment Exchange, IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, AmPhil, Locust Lab, and Monitor Institute.
Experts shed light on systems change, trust-based philanthropy, being data informed, impact investing, corporate social responsibility, and environment, social, and governance (ESG).

Support Future Participants

Financial constraints should not be barriers for participants. In collaboration with The Putnam County Community Foundation, Mutz Alums established an endowment for future participants. Please contribute today to ensure equitable access for decades to come at www.pcfoundation.org/donate-mutz.

About John Mutz

The Mutz Institute is named after one of IPA's founding members, John M. Mutz, whose life exemplifies philanthropy, citizenship, and excellence. John Mutz has been president of Lilly Endowment Inc., Lt. Governor of Indiana, and a corporate CEO. Go here to learn more about this Indiana visionary.

Applications for the 2025 Mutz Class are Closed

Who Should Apply

Excellent candidates for the Mutz Institute are senior leaders and board members in philanthropy, as well as those seeking to hold executive roles in the future. This includes public sector officials and high-potential individuals at foundations, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.

The Mutz Institute seeks a diverse class of individuals with a wide range of experiences. Successful applicants will possess self-motivation and strong character. They will have achieved recognition for service in their community or performance in the field of philanthropy and will have shown a willingness to serve others. Successful candidates should demonstrate the potential for future success and service to their communities, as well as a willingness to translate the program's benefits into a greater level of participation in philanthropic organizations.

Cost

Tuition costs are $1,000 for IPA members and $2,750 for non-members. Download the application below to see other participant responsibilities.

Cost should never be a barrier. Those who bring a diversity of thought and experience bring different gifts. We will work with accepted applicants to eliminate the cost barrier.

Anticipated Cost	Tuition	Over-Night Expenses	Dinner Table	optional Foundations on the Hill trip to D.C.
IPA Member	$1,000	$350	$1,000	*$1,500
Non-Member	$2,750	$350	$1,000	*$1,500

*Foundations on the Hill is optional. Registration is free; however, $1,500 is the estimate for the participant's travel expenses.

2025 Class Schedule

Classes are held monthly and take place from January through October. Participants are expected to attend in person; however, some classes may take place virtually and participants will be notified accordingly.

Jan 22-23
Feb 27
Mar 27
Apr 24
May 28-29
June 26
July 31
Aug 28
Sept 25
Oct 22 - Graduation and Philanthropy Leads Dinner

How to Apply

Applications for the 2025 Mutz Institute cohort are due no later than 12:00 p.m. E.T. on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Download the application below for detailed instructions on how to apply and submission requirements. Please note that submitting your application does not guarantee placement. An IPA selection committee will evaluate all written applications, interview potential candidates, and select qualified applicants.

Please email mutz@inphilanthropy.org or call (317) 630-5200 with questions.