Wednesday, Oct. 9
Enhance your conference experience with a field trip!
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Want to move your legs, get fresh air, and see the city?
Enhance your conference experience by joining one of the two field trips below. Registration for the conference is required.
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Tour Glick's Affordable Housing Solution
TIME: 8 am - 11:30 am (arrive at 7:45 to board the shuttle)
MEETING LOCATION: Outside the front entrance of The Westin Hotel
The health of our neighbors and the strength of our communities rely on quality affordable housing. Unfortunately, in Indiana alone, there is a shortage of 139,318 rental homes that are affordable and available for extremely low-income renters. On top of that, 76% of extremely low-income renter households in Indiana are severely cost-burdened, meaning they spend more than half of their income on housing. During this field trip hosted with Glick Philanthropies, we’ll visit the Far Eastside of Indianapolis. We’ll start our discussion by understanding the state of affordable housing in Indiana, including the need for more rental homes. Then, we’ll explore creative philanthropic solutions, including financing affordable housing and creating partnerships with direct-service nonprofits in your community to best support residents of affordable housing. In addition to speakers from Glick Philanthropies, affordable housing industry experts, direct-service nonprofit peers, and resident leaders will participate in the panel discussions.
This field trip is made possible with generous support from Glick Philanthropies.
E-Bike or Walking Tour of the Cultural Trail
TIME: 8:15 am - 10 am
MEETING LOCATION: Outside the front entrance of The Westin Hotel
Join our guided e-bike or walking tours to experience the world-class Indianapolis Cultural Trail—all without breaking a sweat! For those choosing to ride, the pedal-assist feature on your electric bike allows you to cover more ground with less effort and tour some of the city’s most famous landmarks while taking in the scenic beauty. Whether you walk or ride, you’ll learn about the philanthropic and community support that created and sustains this major community asset. The Cultural Trail spans the city and was developed by the Central Indiana Community Foundation. It connects seven cultural districts, including the White River State Park, Fountain Square, and Mass Ave. More than just a trail, the Cultural Trail supports a variety of programming that engages residents and visitors.
