THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
Departing Board & Committee Members |
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| Without our volunteers, BRCF’s work would not be possible. We are truly grateful that these individuals selected BRCF as an organization to share their time and expertise. They are diligent in encouraging philanthropy and inspiring action that builds a stronger community. As 2024 winds down, we would like to recognize those individuals who have completed their terms on our board and/or committees. |
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YEAR-END CHARITABLE GIVING
BRCF Offers Unique Opportunities |
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This holiday season, as you consider year-end giving to support community causes, BRCF offers a variety of meaningful, personalized opportunities. One option is making a donation to the Foundation in honor of a loved one. It’s a thoughtful way to pay tribute by supporting a cause they care about. We’ll also send a notification to inform your loved one of the gift made in their honor. |
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ATTENTION COLLEGE STUDENTS
Internship Opportunities Available |
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| BRCF is excited to offer an opportunity for college students who are members of our Scholar Alumni Alliance (BRCF scholarship recipients) to gain hands-on experience during the summer of 2025 through internships with Shelby County nonprofits. Through our nonprofit internship grant program, BRCF supports Shelby County nonprofits by providing up to $5,000 in funding to help create paid internship positions. In addition, BRCF is hiring for their next paid internship position as well. |
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| This initiative not only strengthens our local nonprofits but also provides the next generation of leaders with valuable learning and career-building experiences. By applying for an internship, students have the chance to develop professional skills, network with community leaders, and contribute to meaningful projects that benefit Shelby County. |
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BRCF SCHOLAR ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Nolan Chaddon |
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The Martin and Mary Schulz Scholarship was created for students like me; with a passion for the arts and a desire to spread knowledge and creativity. With my diploma at my hilt, I’ll soon be working on a museum floor sharing visions of the past with the curious souls of today. - Nolan
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WINTER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION CYCLE
DEADLINE REMINDER: January 15, 2025 |
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| High school students on track to graduate by June 30, 2025, current college students, graduate students, and nontraditional students are encouraged to apply for BRCF scholarships aimed at those pursuing post-secondary credentials. One unique feature of BRCF’s application process is that only one application is completed to qualify for all scholarship opportunities for which an applicant is eligible. |
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| For specific criteria, requirements, and instructions for applying, along with a list of available scholarships, please refer to the BRCF Scholarship Resource Guide located on our website under the Scholarships tab. You can also find additional details in this FLYER for prospective applicants. |
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BRCF'S PUBLIC ART INITIATIVE
Pride In Place Program |
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Blue River Community Foundation (BRCF) has officially given public art a long-term slot on our to-do list of quality of life efforts for Shelby County. By starting a program called Pride in Place, we are building on our previous efforts to reimagine our public spaces while providing a display of public art to our community members.
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ART CALL OUT
Opportunity for Shelby County High School Artists |
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BRCF is seeking Shelby County High School student artwork to add to The Alley in Downtown Shelbyville. Students can enter up to two pieces of two-dimensional artwork to be considered. The artwork must be original (new or existing) and in acrylic, watercolor, oil, mixed media, etc. Up to three selections will be made. For complete program details, click the LEARN MORE button below. |
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REMINDER: 2024 TOGETHER WE GIVE CAMPAIGN
Support BRCF's Scholar Alumni Alliance Scholarhip Fund |
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BRCF’s annual Together We Give Match Campaign is still underway. This year's match opportunity helps establish a new fund — The BRCF Scholar Alumni Alliance Scholarship Fund. The Foundation is matching 1:1 each endowed gift of any amount, up to a total of $12,500 allocated for the match. This provides a unique opportunity to help grow the fund to the required $25,000. The deadline to make a gift is December 31st.
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SERVANTS AT WORK
SAW's - Snip Six Grant Report |
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SERVE SHELBY DAY 2024
Community Success |
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We are thankful for all of the volunteers who came together for 'Serve Shelby Day' on Fri., November 15 to assist local charitable organizations. The scheduled morning of dedicated community service helped 12 nonprofits with projects such as cleaning, painting, organizing, moving furniture, decorating for Christmas, preparing Christmas stockings and more. Over 100 Shelby County volunteers participated. |
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| This group included individual registrants along with a class from Shelbyville Middle School and corporate teams from Builders Lumber & Hardware, Gigabit Now, Radius Aerospace, Shares, Inc., Stephenson Rife LLP, Shelbyville VFW Post 2695, and Eagle Scouts Troop 223. Thank you for serving in our community and making this National Philanthropy Day a success! |
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| DATES & DEADLINES TO KNOW |
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December 3 - Giving Tuesday
December 4 - BRCF Office Closed 11-1
December 9 - BRCF Office Closing at noon
December 24 & 25 - BRCF Office Closed; Christmas Holiday
January 1 - BRCF Office Closed; New Years Holiday |
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The Dolly Parton Imagination Library program provides a free book monthly for children ages 0-5. BRCF administers this opportunity in Shelby County thanks in part to the Shelby County Imagination Library fund established by donors.
LEARN MORE and/or REGISTER |
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| Serve Shelby is a centralized source for nonprofits to connect with the community and for volunteers to discover ways to share their time and talent. Sign up for the monthly newsletter. |
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