The Farmers Market in Shelbyville’s Public Square will run on Saturday mornings (8am-Noon) from May 13-September 23. Apply to be a vendor Shelby County Farmer's Market today!
Read MoreFFY 2023 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S)
The FFY 2023 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S) grant application window is open for local applicants. To receive NSGP-S, organizations cannot be located in Hamilton or Marion Counties. Due to the deadline to return applications to FEMA, the application period for NSGP funding will be short. Indiana local applications are due to grants@dhs.in.gov by 5 p.m. EDT, April 25, 2023. All proposed projects are capped at $150,000.
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Kidzone Preschool & Childcare Ministry Receives Award
Kidzone Preschool & Childcare received the 2023 Week of the Young Child Award from the Indiana State Office of Early Childhood and Out-Of-School Learning. The preschool was one of five —out of 300 nominated organizations in the state to have received the award. The award includes a Week of the Young Child (WOYC) themed educational kid from Lakeshore, valued at $1000. (Full Article)
Read MoreShelby County Community Corrections: Juvenile Grant Scholarship Opportunity
Shelby County Community Corrections is offering a Juvenile Grant Scholarship Opportunity (for children 17 years of age or younger). This could be funding educational needs, extracurricular activities, and/or transportation needs.
Read MoreFamily Fun Fest (April 26)
The local Prevent Child Abuse Council is hosting a FREE Family Fun Fest Event! The event will be held April 26th from 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the parking lot between Boys & Girls Club and Girls Inc. This will include Activities for Kids, Raffle Prizes, Community Resources, Health Screenings, and so much more. If your local organization would like to have an info table at the event, please contact Linda Reismiller, Firefly Children & Family Alliance.
Read MoreShelby County Public Library: Seed Library
By repurposing the old bank vault of the Velma Wortman Morristown Branch of the Shelby County Public Library, a Seed Lending Library is now offered in Shelby County!
Read MoreShelby County Public Library: Craft Supply Drive
Do you have extra crafting supplies that you no longer need or want? The Youth Department at the Shelby County Public Library is collecting supplies. Questions: Brandy Graves at bgraves@sscpl.lib.in.us
Read MoreShelby County Youth Assistance Program: Trivia Night Fundraiser (April 23)
Shelby County Youth Assistance Program is hosting a TRIVIA NIGHT FUNDRAISER on Sunday, April 23rd from 3pm-5pm at Capone’s Downtown Speakeasy (1 Public Sq, Shelbyville, IN 46176).
Read MoreShelby County Public Library: Animal Shelter Supply Drive
Throughout the month of April 2023, the Shelby County Public Library will be taking donations for the Shelbyville/Shelby County Animal Shelter.
Read MoreMaster Gardeners Plant Sale (April 29)
The Shelby County Master Gardeners “Garden Sale and Show” will take place on Sat., April 29 from 9am-1pm at the Shelby County Fairgrounds (500 Frank St, Shelbyville, IN 46176). Shop vendors for plants, decor and tools. Free Admission, Free Parking, Speakers, and Free Children’s Activities. Request booth space..
Read MoreDiligent Diggers Plant Sale (May 20)
The Shelby County Diligent Digger Garden Club will hold their annual Plant Sale on Sat., May 20 (9am-Noon) at Clearwick Park (2609 Berwick Dr, Shelbyville, IN 46176). Profits from the plant sale are used to maintain flowers and shrubs in front of the Shelby County Public Library and to plant new annuals.
Read MoreSpecial Olympics State Basketball Tournament
Congratulations to all of the Shelby County Special Olympics athletes who competed at the State Basketball Tournament on April 1-2! Great job!
Read MoreNonprofit Formation Workshop (May 2)
Are you curious about what it takes to start or maintain a Nonprofit Organization? A beginner’s workshop is being offered by Blue River Community Foundation and Shelby County Chamber of Commerce on Tues., May 2 (10am-Noon) at ECHO Effect Art Campus in Shelbyville, Indiana with co-presenters David J. Fry and Jody M. Butts.
Read MorePOET Community Grant
POET – Shelbyville is offering Community Impact Grants of up to $2,500 to individuals or groups who have plans to make their local community better. Learn more and apply by April 28, 2023. Learn more & apply.
Read MoreIndiana's Child Care Expansion Grant
Indiana’s Child Care Expansion Grant program is a state-funded initiative to expand quality child care access, especially for our most vulnerable, hard-working families. The competitive grant opportunity provides funding for early childhood and school-age providers to grow seat capacity to serve more CCDF and On My Way Pre-K children and families. Deadline: May 12, 2023.
Read MoreThe First Church of God: Bundle Up Program (Collection in April)
The First Church of God, 1815 S. Miller St. in Shelbyville, IN 46176, is collecting coats, hats, scarves and gloves or monetary donations through the month of April. The coats will be given away on Sept. 30. If you would like a box to help collect coats call Christina at 317- 642-9024.
Read MoreShelby Community Band: Seeking Sponsors for 50th Anniversary Celebration
This year is Shelby Community Band’s 50th Anniversary. In October, they are planning a big celebration for this momentous anniversary. Because of that, they’re currently raising funds to help with extra costs. If you'd like to help support their big concert on October 8 at 3pm at the Strand Theatre, consider being a 50th anniversary sponsor!
Read MoreMHP: Bump 2 Baby & Beyond - Free Health Fair (April 15)
Join MHP's Bump 2 Baby & Beyond: Health Fair. Participants will enjoy raffles, free samples, information booths & more! This free event will be held on the 2nd floor of the MHP Medical Center on Saturday, April 15 from 9 a.m. - Noon.
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