Henry County Community Foundation Awards over $160,000 in Community Grants through the Choose Henry Flex Fund

The Henry County Community Foundation (HCCF) board of directors has awarded $160,777.00 to organizations serving Henry County residents in the fall of 2025. The purpose of these grants is to assist local nonprofits in promoting and supporting social services, arts and culture, health and recreation, civic affairs, and the educational needs of Henry County residents.

The grants were made out of the Choose Henry Flex Fund, which generous donors across Henry County established to help address local needs and enhance our community. Every dollar donated to the Choose Henry Flex Fund makes a difference. The needs in the county are constantly changing, making the Choose Henry Flex Fund an essential part of our community.

Academy Place: Christmas at the Academy light support

Ambassadors for God’s Creatures: Low-cost pet care assistance for Henry County

Castle Kids Daycare: Games and cafeteria tables for their daycare space

Eastern Indiana Works: 2026 Henry County Career Day

First Christian Church: Help with the restoration of the historic bell tower

Friends of Memorial Park: Lighting project around Shively Lake

Heart of Indiana United Way: Dolly Parton Imagination Library support for Henry County youth

Ivy Tech Foundation: Natural play scape for Head Start classroom at NC/HC Ivy Tech

Middletown/Fall Creek Township Parks: ADA sidewalk for war monuments at Dierich Park

Muncie Area Disc Golf Club: Support for the disc golf course in Memorial Park

New Castle Band Boosters: Purchased a new sound system for the band

New Castle Little League: Remaining items to complete the batting cage project 

New Castle Police Department: Digital forensic tools and training

Servants at Work (SAWS): Assistance with costs to build 6 wheelchair ramps in Henry County

Victory Lane Camp: TIMS( Teens in Mission) Expansion