The United Way of the Wabash Valley and the City of Terre Haute are pleased to announce the allocation of $750,000 through their Nonprofit Grant Program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) as approved by the City Council. This initiative will support 20 local nonprofits dedicated to serving the community.

Mayor Brandon Sakbun expressed enthusiasm for the program, stating, “The United Way and City of Terre Haute Grant Program provides vital funding opportunities for small businesses and nonprofits. These grants, made possible by the American Rescue Plan Act, will foster support to our nonprofit community and offer essential support to Hoosiers impacted by the pandemic and rising inflation. Programs like this embody the true spirit of local government, creating opportunities that benefit all.”

The Nonprofit Grant Program aims to alleviate operational pressures for nonprofits, enhancing their organizational capacity and

development to better serve the city’s most vulnerable populations. These grants are designed to promote efficiency and effectiveness, allowing organizations to fulfill their missions more sustainably. Eligible nonprofits applied for funding to support various initiatives, including organizational planning, staff development, capital expenditures, and infrastructure improvements. Grant amounts range from $10,000 to $50,000.

The following organizations received funding:
– 14th and Chestnut Community Center: $48,500 for a new commercial-grade walk-in refrigerator, freezer, and flooring to improve food distribution through their pantry.
– Art Spaces: $12,500 for website redesign and a new sculpture collection map.
– Camp Navigate: $38,108 for staff development and enhancements to technical and financial systems, including a marketing and donor management platform.
– Catholic Charities Terre Haute: $40,500 for property acquisition to upgrade agency facilities.
– Community Theater of Terre Haute: $20,360 for network infrastructure upgrades and enhanced security systems.
– Council on Domestic Abuse: $50,000 for renovations to a newly purchased building to expand shelter services.
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Hamilton Center: $38,255 for new chairs to improve sanitation for staff and clients.
– Indiana Teen Challenge: $50,000 for a 12-passenger van to transport residents for work and organizational needs.
– Jonah Inc.: $27,200 for HVAC upgrades and lawn care equipment for affordable housing units.
– Mental Health America of West Central Indiana: $50,000 for strategic planning and infrastructure upgrades, including a new server.
– Next Step Foundation: $37,896 for continuous staff training through a “train the trainer” model.
– Pride Center of Terre Haute: $41,000 for staff training and upgrades to community center space and technology.
– Reach Services: $50,000 for building purchase assistance for therapy clinic relocation.
– Riverscape: $20,802 for a new donor management system and website enhancements.
– reTHink: $49,772 for interior and exterior renovations.
– St. Joseph University Parish: $44,684 for relocating the food pantry to a more functional space.
– Trees Inc.: $18,560 for donor and volunteer management systems.
– Vigo County Historical Society: $11,919 for security upgrades and a new interactive visitor kiosk at the Paul Dresser Home museum.
– Wabash Valley Recovery Center: $50,000 for professional development, equipment upgrades, and strategic planning.
– Western Indiana Community Action Agency: $49,944 for upgrades to the building’s temperature control system.

Abby Desboro, Executive Director of the United Way of the Wabash Valley, stated, “This partnership with the City of Terre Haute has created a fantastic opportunity for nonprofits to invest in their growth and effectiveness. Finding funding to enhance operations can be challenging for nonprofits, and these grants are essential for providing much-needed services to our community. We look forward to seeing these projects come to life and strengthening our nonprofit sector.”