CICF's mission is to inspire, support, and practice philanthropy, leadership, and service in its community.
CICF focuses on three areas that make central Indiana a better place to live for now and future generations; Grantmaking from a variety of funds to other effective not-for-profits; Community leadership on issues like helping families overcome obstacles, creating great public spaces, and embracing our ethnic communities; and Philanthropic advising to help people make their charitable giving more thoughtful and enjoyable
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