Neighbor Resources
COVID-19 Relief
COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
Covid-19 Vaccinations are available. Please click here or call 211 to learn more
Emergency Broadband Benefit - Discount
The Federal Communications Commission has launched a temporary program to help families and households struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Emergency Broadband Benefit provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible households. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. Learn more here.
Excluded Workers' Assistance Fund
Heart of the House Foundation's Excluded Workers Program offers financial assistance to those who do not qualify for federal or state assistance programs, such as Medicaid, SNAP, or Unemployment AND who have suffered an economic loss due to COVID-19 (either through a diagnosis for which they do not receive paid time off) or a reduction in hours or job loss due to the pandemic. Applications are available in both English and Spanish: English Spanish
IndyRent Assistance
The 2021 IndyRent Rental Assistance Program once gain began processing applications on April 5, 2021.
For more information and to sign up for the waitlist, click here, ahora disponible también en español.
Free at-home COVID-19 tests delivered to your door
Get free at-home COVID-19 tests. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them. You can place your free order here.
Indy Amp Program
The Indy Affordable Modification Program (IndyAMP) allows homeowners negatively affected by COVID-19 to refinance mortgage debt at a below-market interest rate for up to 30-years. IndyAMP allows owners to remain in their homes, become current with their mortgages, and lower their monthly payment. Learn more and/or apply here.
Facing Eviction?
The Office of Public Health and Safety and the Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic announced the launch of a new online tool that will help tenants document their eligibility for protection under the nationwide eviction moratorium that was announced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on September 1. You can learn more here.
Childcare & Early Learning Resources
Happy Angels Daycare
Necesita un Centro de Cuidado Infantil? Ubicado en Christian Park, Happy Angels Daycare, puede ser una opción. Para más información, haga un click aquí.
Shepherd Community Center
Shepherd Community Center has opened a new childcare center and they have availability for kids (6 weeks to 4 years old). Neighbors can call (463)777-1316 or e-mail Diana at dianar@shepherdcommunity.org
Payton's Play Space
In addition, Payton's Play Space has also recently opened in the Fountain Square area. You can contact Courtney for details at (317) 455-6682 or paytonsplayspace@yahoo.com.
Build Learn Grow Program Now Accepting Applications
Qualifying families can receive scholarships covering 80% of their child's early care and education and out-of-school learning programs.
Families of essential workers with qualifying income are eligible to receive scholarships toward their children’s early care and education, summer learning, or out-of-school care. To learn more, click here.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Interested in receiving a free children’s book every month at no cost and with no obligation to your family? If your child is under five, apply to www.imaginationlibrary.com to get started!
Education/Workforce Development Resources
Project Azul
Project Azul believes in the power of jobs to improve the lives of people. Project Azul leverages a robust network of education, community, and employer partners to serve participants. They support participants as they receive a job-ready credentials and place them in careers in fast-growing employment sectors. Through this preparation and training, participants are able to achieve a better quality of life for themselves and their families by earning living-wages and opening doors to opportunity. Contact them here if you are interested or know someone who may benefit from these trainings.
WorkOne Indy
WorkOne Indy hosts in-person Wednesdays @ WorkOne hiring events. Each Wednesday from 10:00am to 1:00pm EST, ten local hiring employers will be present to meet one-on-one with job seekers. For more information, click here.
Goodwill's Senior Community Service Employment Program
This program offers job skill training programs for those 55 and over. Interested in applying? You can find the application here.
Indy Reads English Language Classes
Indy Reads has English Language classes! Don't have a high school diploma? Need English language help? Looking for a new job? Indy Reads has FREE adult education classes that can help you reach your educational and career goals. Take the first step and enroll today. You can enroll here.
Modern Apprenticeship Program for High School Students
Do you know a high school student who would be interested in experiencing opportunities like Isaiah’s? Applications for the next Modern Apprenticeship cohort are now being accepted. Encourage them to submit a #MAPIndy interest form today. You can access the INTEREST FORM or LEARN MORE.
TeenWorks Summer Jobs Program
The application window is open for this 6 week summer employment opportunity that gives teens in Indianapolis the opportunity to make friends, explore career options, and do valuable work in the community, all while getting paid. APPLY HERE.
Latinas Welding Guild
The Latinas Welding Guild is a need-based program focused on creating barrier-free education and advancement of women in what is often a male-dominated field. They offer partial or full income-based scholarships for all our classes with no prerequisites and work with women on a case-by-case basis. They are looking for women who want to start up a business, enter the workforce, learn the skill to be a welding force in our community, or join our organization. They connect eligible participants with potential employers, teach interview skills, partner with industry-related professionals, take field trips, and collaborate with other organizations that focus on health and wellness. To learn more, click here. To apply for 2022 classes, click here.
Energy/Utilities/Other Supports
Solar United Neighbors
Want to go solar? You can join the Indianapolis Solar and EV Charger Co-op! Learn more by clicking here.
Free Tax Preparation Services
Households with income below $66,000 can now access free tax preparation services through Indy Free Tax Prep. To learn more on how to enroll, click here.
Food Distribution and Food Access
Community Compass - Indy Hunger Network
Need help finding a food pantry or other food assistance program near your home or work? Check out the Indy Hunger Network Community Compass to locate food resources near you. Click here for more information.
Indy pArks Meal Service
Open to all children 18 and under, and no registration necessary. Grab and Go meals are distributed a variety of Indy Parks locations throughout the city. To find the dates/times, click here.
New Vision Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
New Vision hosts a food pantry 2-2 food pantry every third Thursday from 12-2. New Vision is located at 4501 Fletcher Avenue.
Southeast Community Services (SECS)
SECS has food distribution on Thursdays from 3-6PM. The food distribution site is located at 924 Shelby Street.
Health and Legal
Indiana University Student Outreach Clinic
The Indiana University Student Outreach Clinic is a free, student-run clinic that provides primary care-based medical, dental, social and legal services for the uninsured and underserved in the Indianapolis community.
The Clinic is open on Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm at the Neighborhood Fellowship Church on a first come, first serve basis. All services are available during this time with the exception of dental services. Learn more here.
Hate Crimes Hotline Available
Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears is combating hate in Indianapolis through the launch of the office’s new non-emergent hate crimes hotline. The Marion County Hate Crimes Hotline can be reached at 317-327-5314 and provides a reporting mechanism for individuals who believe they have experienced or witnessed a potential bias-motivated crime.
The Marion County Hate Crimes Hotline is monitored by a trained Social Worker and Victim Advocate employed by the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. Once a report is recorded, the victim can choose to file a formal report with the local law enforcement agency or be referred to an identity-based community service provider for trauma counseling and other assistance. This is a non-emergent hotline, and all emergencies or immediate threats should be reported to 911.
LISC Creative Placemaking Toolkit
Local government officials and cultural leaders like you are increasingly embracing creative placemaking as a tool to strengthen communities. In urban and rural places across the country, creative placemakers collaborate with residents to develop arts, culture, and design projects that help transform the economic, social and physical landscape in tangible—and equitable—ways. The below digital toolkit was created especially to support local leaders as they embark on the work of bringing diverse partners together to integrate arts and culture into community development and planning. Click here for the full toolkit.
CreatINg Places Grants
CreatINg Places is a collaborative effort between the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and Patronicity. As a place-based crowd-granting program, CreatINg Places empowers the public - residents, businesses and community organizations - to play a role in achieving community improvements and building community pride.
Projects that meet crowdfunding goals can receive a matching grant for between $5,000 and $50,000. Learn more here.