GIFT

Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) is an initiative of IPA and Lilly Endowment Inc., which has supported the development of a community foundation in each of Indiana's 92 counties. IPA is home to the technical assistance component of the larger suite of GIFT initiatives.

IPA’s GIFT Technical Assistance team supports Indiana community foundations through professional development, networking, resources, and access to expertise and consultants to help guide and elevate their work. Visit the pages below to view GIFT-related content.

LEARNING EVENTS 

RESOURCES 

Cohorts & Communities

CEOs

GIFT offers retreats, cohorts, and a dedicated email listserv exclusive to Indiana community foundation executive directors, presidents, or CEOs to problem solve, share best practices, crowdsource new ideas, and stay connected with colleagues.

Questions? Contact GIFT Program Manager Lauren Daeger at ldaeger@inphilanthropy.org.

Leadership Retreat

Annual retreats bring together community foundation leaders for three days of inspiration and deep connection. These energizing events offer valuable peer exchange in a relaxed, retreat-style setting.

2025 Retreat

 

GIFT Email Listserv

The GIFT listserv is a private communications channel where Indiana community foundation executives crowdsource ideas and stay informed on key updates.

Group page

 

Asset-Sized Groups

Quarterly asset-sized peer groups offer a space for leaders to exchange insights with colleagues facing similar opportunities and challenges based on the size of their foundation. Each group meets virtually and is designed for candid dialogue and shared solutions.

Vice Presidents & Associate Directors

The CF VP cohort includes community foundation staff serving in a vice president role, including associate directors. Meetings include quarterly virtual calls and an annual retreat. 

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Indiana Community Foundation Culture

  • Commitment to ethical behavior
  • Welcoming and inclusive environment
  • Spirit of openness and collaboration 
  • Desire for continuous learning and innovation
  • Appreciation for geographic boundaries
  • The celebration of success

Questions?

Contact Our Staff

Amy Haacker

Amy Haacker

(317) 630-5200, Ext. 114

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