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Good Works Mission:  Indiana enjoys a rich tradition of Hoosiers working together to help themselves and their communities.  In that spirit, the mission of the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives is to: CONNECT organizations and communities to grants, services, and each other; PROMOTE volunteerism and service to improve the lives of Hoosiers; ENCOURAGE public and private resources to seed and sustain innovative and high quality community and faith-based initiatives; and, HIGHLIGHT the good works of individuals and their communities with best practices and innovative models. 

Featured News and Events

OFBCI NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR THE GOVERNOR'S SERVICE AWARDS (4/12/2012):

To nominate an individual, or yourself, please download the nomination form from our website at http://www.in.gov/ofbci/2390.htm. Once the form is completed, it can be submitted electronically or by mail. The OFBCI requests that all nominations be submitted by July 12, 2012.

 

FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT (UPDATED 3/28/2012):

Day of Service Grants -- Now accepting proposals for 9/11 Day of Rememberance grant funding

OFBCI encourages Day of Service projects that (1) demonstrate community connections and use of local resources, (including partnerships with a minimum of one organization that serves persons with disabilities), (2) build capacity of local national service programs through regional networking and co-planning of activities, and (3) increase member and volunteer understanding and commitment to national service and volunteerism.

Request For Proposal (Word)

Request For Proposal (PDF)

Budget worksheet