Piece of the PI: Newsletter

A monthly publication for the members of Prosperity Indiana

We REAP prosperity by providing Resources, Engagement, Advocacy, and Programs that support our members' work!

Summit

The 2025 Prosperity Indiana Summit on May 7-8 at Marriott Indianapolis North will bring together community economic development professionals to explore emerging trends, ideas, and leadership strategies aimed at expanding housing and economic opportunities across Indiana.

This year’s theme, Emerging Leaders, Emerging Ideas, will guide discussions around innovative solutions to today’s challenges.

Early bird tickets are available now through February 12. Plan to bring your whole team and take advantage of discounted rates. Join us for two days of thought-provoking sessions and networking opportunities. Register Today!

Learn more about this year’s Summit here.

Membership

As a valued member of Prosperity Indiana, it’s important to keep your member bundle up to date to ensure your team's access to a growing number of useful resources. Please take a moment to review your bundle and remove any individuals who are no longer with your organization, while adding any new contacts who should be included.

Our member directory is a tool for networking and connecting to maximize impact. Maintaining an accurate list of active contacts helps us ensure that everyone stays engaged with the latest updates and opportunities PI has to offer.

If you need assistance with updating your bundle, please reach out to membership@prosperityindiana.org

Thank you for helping us maintain an active and connected network!

Resources

Upcoming Events

PI is planning a Rural Development Symposium and would love your input! Please contact Marie Beason if you would like to join the planning committee.

IERA2 Updates

The Indiana Emergency Assistance Program – round two (IERA2) is still taking applications!

How do individuals apply for IERA2?

•        Apply through 211 or a Legal Navigator

•        211 Operators are available 8:00 to 5:45PM

•        1-866-211-9966 for a direct call

IHCDA General Customer Service:

Phone: 317-800-6000

Email: IERA@ihcda.in.gov

IHCDA Payment-Related Customer Service:

KBA Payment hotline number: 855-277-8879

*Note: this number is NOT for application status or recertification inquiries.

Housing Stability Counseling Services:

Currently, there is a waitlist for IERA2 participants, who would like to engage in Housing Stability Counseling services. To be added to this waitlist, complete the JotForm.

Tippecanoe Housing Solutions Coalition

The Tippecanoe Housing Solutions Coalition is hosting a public housing discussion the week of April 7th-11^th, 2025 at the Public Safety Center in Lafayette, Indiana! This workshop is a comprehensive event focused on creating housing solutions for Tippecanoe County, Indiana.

Attendees will collaborate and share ideas on how to implement housing solutions within our county. Conversations will center around evaluating possible housing projects, learning the resources and tools to prevent evictions and avoid foreclosure, county/city zoning regulations, current housing market updates, and navigating the professional ecosystem in the real estate development space.

Learn more and register by visiting: TIPPECANOE HOUSING SOLUTIONS COALITION​ – United Way of Greater Lafayette

Advocacy

2025 Session

Learn about the prioritized bills by Prosperity Indiana by viewing the summary sheet of important bills here.

View the full PDF here.

National Events

Prosperity Indiana staff will be attending the following national events and Capitol Hill days this March and would love to connect with as many of our members in attendance as possible:

• 2025 NLIHC Housing Policy Forum
• 2025 NCRC Just Economy Conference

Programs

Join a Coalition

Prosperity Indiana convenes three statewide advocacy coalition groups to help you stay in the loop on the top policy issues that our members care about while also engaging grassroots partners in advocacy opportunities. The Hoosier Housing Needs Coalition, Indiana Assets & Opportunity Network, and Hoosiers for Responsible Lending.

Not sure how to sign up, or unsure if you’re already a member of one of these coalitions? No problem! Click here for a helpful how-to guide and reach out to Policy Manager Hale Crumley if you have any questions.

PI & Member Events

• February 3: Career Readiness Workshop, John Boner Neighborhood Centers

• February 4: How to Hire and Manage an Intern, Indiana Philanthropy Alliance

• May 7-8: 2025 Prosperity Indiana Summit, Prosperity Indiana

PI & Member Jobs

• Finance Director, A Better Way Services

• Youth Specialist, Brightpoint

• CID Compliance Specialist, Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis

• Connection Finder, Pathfinder Services

PI & Members in the News

• Housing advocacy groups see hope in bipartisan evictions legislation, Indiana Business Journal

• Intend Indiana lands grant to expand homeownership services to Kosciusko County, Inside INdiana Business

• ‘Squatter’ bill, harm reduction policies bring advocates to Indiana Statehouse, Indiana Capital Chronicle

• Southern Indiana foundation provides $57K in grants to local nonprofits, WDRB

• Lawmakers debate bill that would automatically expunge evictions for some, WRTV Indianapolis

• State allocates $10M to rental housing for people recovering from addiction, Indide INdiana Business

PI Director of Policy & Strategy Andrew Bradley interviewed by WRTV-ABC over Senate Bill 142 and the legislation of the Indiana General Assembly.

Connect with Prosperity Indiana on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to see more of what we're out in the community doing for you!

Additional Information & Opportunities

IPA's How to Hire and Manage an Intern Webinar

IPA reveals its new Intern Toolkit, designed to optimize your organization's internship experience. Packed with sample job descriptions, offer letters, orientation checklists, and more, this resource is your go-to guide for successful internship hiring and management. During the webinar, we'll walk you through these resources step-by-step, sharing tips on how and when to use them effectively.

Learn more here.

AARP has opened its Community Challenge grant program for the 9th year

This program funds quick-action projects to make communities more livable and jump-start long-term change. Please visit AARP.org/CommunityChallenge for more information and to see some of the past grantees in action. For questions, email communitychallenge@aarp.org.

Applications are being accepted now through March 5 at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT and must be submitted through here.

United Way Leadership United Program

Leadership United participants are corporate and community leaders looking to develop their skills as nonprofit board leaders in the Central Indiana community. Participants gain insight into the challenges facing individuals and families in Central Indiana who are struggling to make ends meet and develop skills in nonprofit board leadership - leaving the program fully prepared to serve on a nonprofit board in our community.

Learn more about the program here.

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