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:
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.
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.
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.
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. |
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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.
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.
The fourth cohort of the Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute includes 22 individuals from thirteen Indiana counties. They represent a mix of foundations, corporations, and social impact organizations.
Those selected for the 2024 Mutz Institute class include:
July 2024 | Philanthropy's Role in Supporting Local Journalism and Telling Effective Stories
July 2024 | An Examination of Board Membership: How To Be a Force for Good
June 2024 | Amplifying Impact: The Crucial Role of Advocacy in Non-Profit Organizations
May 2024 | The Columbus Way. The Collaborative Way.
April 2024 | Approaches to Philanthropy: Lessons in Equity, Collaboration, Evaluation, and More
March 2024 | New Approaches to Philanthropy
February 2024 | Philanthropy Unveiled: A Journey of Insight and Transformation
January 2024 | Strength in Challenges: Building Stronger Communities Through Philanthropy
August 2023 | Inclusive Community Leadership
July 2023 | The Value of Storytelling
June 2023 | The Private Sector as a Force for Good
May 2023 | Advocating for Communities We Serve
May 2023 | Community Collaboration—The Columbus Way
April 2023 | Digging Deeper into Philanthropic Approaches
March 2023 | Different Philanthropic Approaches
February 2023 | Why Philanthropy?
September 2022 | Value of Inclusive Leadership
July 2022 | Good News & Good Views
July 2022 | Importance of Journalism & Storytelling
May 2022 | Value of Collaboration
May 2022 | Bold Ideas for Leading with Impact
September 2021 | Indiana - A State That Works
May 2021 | What Mutz Taught Me About Making an Impact
April 2021 | Mutz Cohort Joins Foundations on the Hill
February 2021 | Examining Philanthropic Structures
January, 2021 | Inaugural Class Convenes for Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute