OrthoIndy Foundation Grants is sponsored by OrthoIndy Foundation. The OrthoIndy Foundation is committed to improving mobility and function, specifically for residents of Central Indiana, with a particular emphasis on veterans and the elderly, by benefiting end-users to increase self-sufficiency, promote wellness, and improve the quality of lif…

OrthoIndy Foundation | OrthoIndy A Force For Good in Central Indiana Celebrating over $10 million in grants Since 2012, the OrthoIndy Foundation (OIF) has been committed to a mission of improving mobility and function, specifically for the residents of Central Indiana – with a particular emphasis on veterans and the elderly – by benefiting the end users to increase self-sufficiency, promote wellness, and improve the quality of life for those affected by orthopedic issues.

Since then, the OrthoIndy Foundation has grown into a philanthropic force for good, recently announcing the impact it’s made has now totaled over $10 million in grants to a variety of deserving organizations, including he Indianapolis Fire Department’s Survive Alive Village, Servants at Work, the Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership, St.

Anthony Parish Gymnasium, Indiana Canine Assistance Network, Morning Dove, Back On My Feet and Habitat for Humanity. Additionally, 100% of OrthoIndy’s employees’ charitable donations have been matched dollar for dollar. A special thanks to the Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) who is entrusted with the management of the OIF’s funds.

CICF performs all due diligence activities and vetting of grant requests by 501(c)3 non-profits. Strategic direction of the OIF’s philanthropic activities is done by the OIF Advisory Committee. Check out 10 Stories for $10 Million below on OIF’s journey to this milestone.

Thanks to the OIF Board, CICF and everyone who has made this important work possible. accessABILITY is a Central Indiana based nonprofit dedicated to empowering their peers with disabilities to lead and control independent lives fully included in community life. Back on My Feet combats homelessness through the power of running, community support, and essential employment and housing resources.

The support from the OrthoIndy Foundation has been pivotal, enabling Back on My Feet to reach individuals in desperate need of hope and a new start. Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity OrthoIndy Foundation has contibuted funds to participate in building homes for those in the Habitat program. OrthoIndy employees have helped build a number of homes in the Indianapolis area.

“I feel so blessed. This has been the most amazing experience! I loved working alongside the OrthoIndy team.

They were unbelievably kind and arrived each morning energized and ready to work! Through this incredible blessing, I hope to finish my degree and pay it forward; especially Veterans, so that they might also have an opportunity to better their future, as I did. Thank you OrthoIndy Foundation!

” – Vito Sanders, Habitat homeowner Read about our impact in the community Helping Veterans and Families Helping Veterans And Families (HVAF) helps homeless veterans return to self-sufficiency and engages at-risk veterans and their families to prevent them from becoming homeless by providing supportive housing, case management, employment support, therapy, and basic needs including food, hygiene, and clothing.

“We are grateful to OrthoIndy for supporting HVAF as we work to end veteran homelessness. Their investment in Veterans Villa and other HVAF facilities ensure that our properties are fully accessible to the veterans we serve. ” – Emmy Hildebrand, HVAF CEO Joseph Maley Foundation, established in 2008, celebrates differences and cultivates an inclusive community through education and service of youth in Greater Indianapolis.

“We are incredibly grateful for the vital support from OrthoIndy Foundation. Because of this ongoing support, we are currently serving more than fifty schools in the Greater Indianapolis area annually. We see the impact of our work daily, and we are thankful that OrthoIndy Foundation sees the value in empathy-building, and inclusive programming like Disability Awareness.

” – Vivian Maley, Executive Director Little Wish Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that grants wishes to children battling cancer. The NeuroHope Foundation, a nonprofit that has assisted more than 200 people in six years on their road to recovery, has committed to invest $1 million toward its expansion and relocation. This commitment has been made by the OrthoIndy Foundation.

“These injuries are life-changing. NeuroHope was created so patients have the support they need throughout their entire recovery process. By providing long-term, affordable access to therapy and fitness programs, this grant creates a continued care center unlike any in the community.

” Chris Leeuw, Founder and Executive Director of NeuroHope The $10 million YMCA in Pike Township was built thanks to a $3 million donation from the OrthoIndy Foundation. As a thank-you for this donation, the new YMCA is called the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA and is situated at 5315 Lafayette Road in Pike Township.

Founded in 2003, Servants At Work (SAWs®) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing freedom to people with permanent disabilities in low-income households through the construction of wheelchair ramps. “Our longstanding partnership with OrthoIndy Foundation and its employees is a testament to how strong our community is. We get to witness freedom being regained with each ramp build.

OrthoIndy helps make this happen and we – and our clients – are forever grateful. ” – Tim Thurston, Executive Director For over 4 years the OrthoIndy Foundation and Wish For Our Heroes have partnered to make Central Indiana military members, their families, and veterans more connected to their community and better supported in an area lacking a major military presence that would provide programs and support.