Upcoming Events
Conservative Leadership for a United America
We are excited to share an exciting leadership opportunity from our friends at Urban Rural Action: Conservative Leadership for a United America.
CLUA is a non-partisan civic action program that will build a robust, cohesive, and effective coalition of conservative leaders from different religious traditions united by a commitment to building relationships across differences and preventing political violence. (Left-of-center leaders interested in a similar opportunity can register their interest here.) Apply today to join UR Action's growing network of leaders committed to building a stronger, more united America.
Sacred Friends - September
Sacred Friendships discussions are the core of GIMA. These easy, one-hour conversations are for anyone interested in exploring the faith world of others. The purpose is to deepen our relationships and know each other, not just about each other. Each session focuses on a conversation topic led by two of our committee chairs, Betty Brandt and Rabbi Brett Krichiver. All are welcome!
September
Difficult Disagreement
Disagreement is a part of every community. Sometimes those who challenge us help us grow, and sometimes they test our patience, convictions, or sense of belonging. How do you stay in relationship with people when you disagree? When is disagreement an opportunity for growth, and when is it time to establish boundaries? How do we remain open to difficult truths without romanticizing conflict or tolerating harm?
9/15, 2p with Rabbi Aaron Spiegel
9/17, 1p with Betty Brandt
Multi-Congregational Book Study
Multi-Congregational Book Study
There is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America
Upcoming Fall Book Study
Brought to you by Northside Congregations for Housing (NCFH), a committee of the Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance (GIMA).
Plan to attend our upcoming Multi-Faith book study! This fall, dive into the 2026 Pulitzer Prize winner for Non-Fiction, “There is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America” by journalist and anthropologist Brian Goldstone.
In this powerful book, Goldstone follows five Atlanta families facing housing insecurity, using their stories to shine a light on the systemic issues and "shadow realm" of working people who lack a fixed place to sleep at night. The Pulitzer committee calls it “a feat of reportage, analysis and storytelling focusing on the issues that have created a national crisis of family homelessness among the so-called working poor.” It was also named a Book of the Year by both The New York Times and The Atlantic. Explore how working families—besieged by skyrocketing rents, low wages, and inadequate tenant protections—are becoming the new face of homelessness in the United States, and discuss how to respond.
This video segment from CBS Sunday Morning describes the book in more depth.
Schedule & Locations
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8 pm
The study will meet four times across seven weeks at four different Northside congregations.
September 15: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (Fellowship Hall)
6050 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
September 29: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
100 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
October 13: Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
6501 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
October 27: Meridian Street United Methodist Church
5500 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
And join us on Thursday, November 19: Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation annual Family Promise program on homelessness. 6501 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Reflection & Action: Come for the fellowship, the deeply moving stories, and the vital conversation on how our community can advocate for change.
Register at this link.
Indiana Eviction Justice Court Watch Training - September 2026
Court Watch Training
We offer once-a-month, online trainings for the basics of court watching, including the use of the Indiana Eviction Justice Network’s website. We suggest browsing through the information contained on the Eviction Basics, Eviction Court Watching, and FAQ’s pages before the training.
To register, fill out the form here. Once completed you’ll receive the Zoom link with your email confirmation. See you soon!
You can also go to court with a Court Watch Mentor, inquire here.
Watch the August 2024 training video here.
Housing In Indianapolis: A Consequential Conversation
Overview
Join us Sept. 17 for a consequential conversation on housing in Indianapolis. Hear community voices, share yours, and shape what’s next.
Indianapolis Housing Discussion: A Consequential Conversation
Housing is more than a roof over our heads. It affects health, family stability, neighborhood strength, economic opportunity, and the future of Indianapolis.
Join us for an important in-person community conversation bringing together housing leaders, advocates, faith and community partners, and residents to discuss the realities, challenges, and possibilities surrounding housing in Indianapolis.
Moderated by Ahmed Young, the discussion will feature Amandula Anderson, Aaron Spiegel, and Adam Mueller, each bringing valuable experience and perspective to the conversation.
This gathering is designed to be informative, accessible, and community-centered. We want people to come not only to hear from those working in housing, but also to ask questions, share experiences, and help shape what should happen next.
Whether you are a homeowner, renter, community leader, housing professional, advocate, congregation member, or simply someone concerned about the future of our city, your voice matters in this conversation.
Event Details
Thursday, September 17, 2026
6:30 P.M. EST
The Bradley Education Center
877 Udell Street
Indianapolis, Indiana
Presented with the support and participation of community partners including First Baptist Church North Indianapolis, The Indianapolis Foundation, The National Bank of Indianapolis, Indiana Justice Project, AfricaLogical Institute, Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance, and the Indiana Ministerium.
Come ready to listen, learn, connect, and contribute.
Housing in Indianapolis is a consequential issue. This is a consequential conversation!
Guns to Gardens
On September 19th from 10 am until noon, Allisonville Christian Church is hosting a Guns to Garden event. They'll be collecting unwanted guns, hosting a blacksmith on site melting them down, and transforming them into garden tools.
It's an event aimed at getting more guns out of our homes and off the streets, so there are fewer weapons out there that can be involved in accidents and tragedies. It's also intended as an inspiring witness to the Biblical and moral imperative for addressing the gun violence epidemic that plagues our society.
2026 Faith in Action: Housing, Opportunity, & Community
Join HUD and faith partners to build your knowledge of the full housing development cycle for faith based organizations.
Faith in Action: Housing, Opportunity & Community is a two-day summit bringing together faith-based organizations, housing professionals, community leaders, and government partners to explore practical strategies for expanding housing opportunities across Indiana. Through expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, and relationship-building, participants will gain a clearer understanding of the housing development process, available federal tools and resources, and the partnerships needed to move from vision to implementation. Whether your organization is new to housing development or seeking to expand its impact, this summit will provide actionable knowledge, valuable connections, and renewed inspiration to put faith into action in service of stronger communities.
Sacred Friendships In Action
Sacred Friends discussions are the core of GIMA. Thanks to our partners at Urban Rural Action, Indianapolis is now part of the Pluralism Leadership Academy along with Los Angeles, New York, and Washington D.C. This 3-session workshop series will equip leaders to engage civic housing issues through collaboration and civility. Spots are limited and by application.
Vote Together: A Dignity for All Block Party
Join the ACLU of Indiana for Vote Together: A Dignity for All Block Party, an evening of community, connection, and civic engagement!
Enjoy food and drinks, trivia, activities, and activation tables with the ACLU and local partners. You’ll also have the chance to hear from our new Executive Director, Nikkita Oliver, and learn more about what’s on the ballot and how you can get involved this election season.
Come celebrate the power of participation and help us kick off the ACLU of Indiana’s Dignity for All voting campaign.
Reserve your free ticket below!
‘NECESSARY ALLIES’ ENCORE SCREENING
In a world increasingly shaped by misunderstanding and cultural tension, Necessary Allies follows an extraordinary gathering of eight influential voices–faith leaders, community organizers, and cultural ambassadors—who come together with one shared purpose: to explore how humanity can move beyond division and build a future rooted in dignity, compassion, and unity.
Marion County Reentry Coalition
Join us at the 2026 Marion County Conference on Reentry! #IndyReentry2026
We're excited to reunite for a meaningful day of connection, learning, and collaboration focused on advancing successful reentry and building stronger communities.
Throughout the day, participants will explore topics including:
Health, mental health, and substance use disorder
Tools, resources, and services that support successful reentry
Holistic and person-centered approaches to reentry
Peer support and lived experience leadership
Housing and housing stability
Employment and workforce opportunities
Policy and systems-level support
And more!
Connect with professionals, community partners, advocates, and individuals with lived experience. Share insights, build relationships, and discover innovative tools, resources, and partnerships that help support successful reentry journeys.
Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m.
KEYNOTE
This year, we're thrilled to welcome back Ashley C. Ford as our keynote speaker.
In her powerful bestselling memoir, Ashley shares her memories, feelings, and experiences—from growing up in poverty to experiencing trauma to her complicated relationship with her mother and incarcerated father—with unflinching honesty, courage, and grace.
Ashley C. Ford is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir, Somebody’s Daughter, and a former co-host of HBO's Lovecraft Country Radio, currently hosting Ben & Jerry’s Into The Mix. She has contributed to numerous publications, including The New York Times and ELLE Magazine, and has developed special projects for companies like Medium and Audible. Ford has taught creative nonfiction at institutions such as The New School and Ball State University. She resides in Indianapolis, Indiana, and works as the Women & Girls Reporter for Mirror Indy, Free Press Indiana.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH
Light breakfast and lunch will be included for all attendees. Dietary needs will be accommodated.
PARKING
Parking will be free in the parking lot in front of the building.
Book Launch
After eleven months of writing, rewriting, and more early mornings than I care to count, The Eleventh Kilometer is finally finished. I would be delighted to have you and your family join us for the launch.
📅 Saturday, October 17
🕒 3:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Carmel Clay Public Library
The afternoon will include readings from a few passages, a conversation and Q&A, book signing, and refreshments.
The memoir begins with my father’s daily eleven-kilometer walk to school in rural Telangana and follows what that journey set in motion across three generations. It is a story about family, migration, faith, resilience, and the lifelong search for belonging.
Please RSVP by registering for the launch:
AYITI IN THE HEARTLAND
Third Annual Cultural Celebration
Culture brings us together. Care keeps families supported.
Presented by the Dieudonne Foundation - empowering health and wellness through heritage, health, and community.
Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 p.m. | Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
Indiana Landmarks Center | Indianapolis, Indiana
Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture, heritage, artists, and community.
Event details • Tickets • Artists • Sponsorship opportunities
The Village We Make: An Immersive Journey to Find Connections Through Art, Music and Conversation
Join WFYI at Spirit & Place! Inspired by this year's festival theme of connection, this interactive experience guides participants through a series of immersive activities exploring belonging through art, music, interfaith dialogue and shared food.
More than a traditional event, The Village We Make is a participatory journey designed to help attendees discover their "villagers" — the people who strengthen our sense of community and remind us that we don't have to navigate life alone. Together, we'll explore what it means to build bridges across differences and create lasting connections through shared experiences.
This experience is intended for those ages 14 and older. To fully participate in the journey and enjoy the complete experience, attendees are asked to remain for the duration of the event. Participants are asked to bring Bluetooth-compatible earbuds or headphones to take part in one of the planned activities. If you do not have your own, a limited number will be available to borrow.
Doors open at 1:45 p.m. Come ready to connect, contribute and help create the village we all need. Click here for more information on the Spirit & Place festival.
In collaboration with Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center, Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance, Herron Classical School and Beth-El Zedeck. This event is part of the Spirit & Place Festival.
Herron-Riverside High School
Free
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM on Sun, 15 Nov 2026
“What Defines a Good Life?”
“What Defines a Good Life?”
- Thoughtful Conversations for a Stronger Community.
- Perspective Guides: Sirrilla D. Blackmon and Kevin McDowell (bios on website)
- Come not to win an argument, but to enlarge your understanding.
- Everyone’s voice will be heard and respected.
- Come not merely to speak, but to listen.
- Read more here: https://www.grayfriends.org/events
Please join us at:
Gray Friends Church
4810 East 146th Street - Noblesville, Indiana 46062
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Free and Open to Everyone
Coffee, Tea & Cookies During Small-Group Conversations
On-Site Parking
2026 Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit
2026 Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit
Second Chances and New Beginnings
You are invited to the 2026 Interfaith Health & Wellness Summit - Second Chances and New Beginnings - for a day of fostering fellowship, cultivating hope, and nurturing resilience.
Thursday, September 10th, 2026
10:00 am – 2:30 pm
NCAA Hall of Champions - Christine Grant Ballroom
700 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204
Join faith leaders, health experts, community organizations, and thought leaders as we gather to share experiences and insights to help strengthen the health and wellness of our community.
This is a no-cost event. Lunch and access to the NCAA Hall of Champions will be provided. Advance registration is required. Seating is limited.
Register by August 31, 2026, at 2026interfaithsummit.eventbrite.com
2026 Thomas H. Lake Lecture
2026 Thomas H. Lake Lecture
The Samaritan, the Levite, and Innkeeper: Three Approaches to the Ethics of Philanthropy
Lake Institute on Faith & Giving presents the 2026 Thomas H. Lake Lecture with Notre Dame Professor, Meghan Sullivan, PhD. Join the event on Thursday, September 3 at 4:30 pm ET.
In this talk, Meghan will focus on “The Samaritan, the Levite, and Innkeeper: Three Approaches to the Ethics of Philanthropy.” What does it truly mean to love humanity? Long before it became associated with modern nonprofits and foundations, the nature of philanthropy was up for fierce philosophical debate in the ancient world. Dive into one of history’s most famous stories—the Parable of the Good Samaritan—and look at it through a fresh lens. Explore the ethical frameworks embedded in the story and what it can teach about different approaches to giving and caring for others. You’ll walk away with meaningful insights to help guide your own thinking about how we practice philanthropy today.
Meghan Sullivan is the Wilsey Family College Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. She serves as Director of the University-wide Ethics Initiative and is the founding director of Notre Dame’s Institute for Ethics and the Common Good. Sullivan is deeply interested in the ways philosophy contributes to the good life and the best methods for promoting philosophical thought. In 2022, Sullivan published The Good Life Method with Penguin Press (co-authored with her teaching collaborator Paul Blaschko) based on a wildly popular introductory philosophy course she developed at Notre Dame called “God and the Good Life.” Since 2016, “God and the Good Life” has accompanied thousands of Notre Dame students through the process of developing a philosophical plan for their lives. Sullivan is currently working on a book about the role of love in our moral lives. Learn more here.
This event is free and open to the public. The in-person lecture will take place at Hine Hall Auditorium, 875 W North St, Indianapolis, IN 46202. The lecture will begin at 4:30 pm Eastern and will be available on livestream, too.
For questions, please contact lfi@iu.edu.
Setting the Table: Domestic Hunger in Families, Military, and Seniors
Join Bread for the World Indiana for an afternoon of learning, fellowship, and advocacy as they explore how federal nutrition programs strengthen our nation's social safety net.
Together, we'll examine how programs like SNAP, WIC, and other federal food assistance initiatives support children, families, active-duty military members, veterans, and older adults across our communities. We'll also discuss the important role advocates play in protecting and strengthening these programs.
Before our main program, you're invited to attend one or two breakout sessions designed to deepen your engagement with Bread for the World, strengthen your advocacy skills, and connect with advocates from across Indiana.
We'll also take time to put our faith into action by writing to our elected officials and encouraging them to make ending hunger a priority.
Main Program: 4:30 PM
Optional Training Sessions: Begins at 1:30 PM
Event Schedule:
1:30–1:45 p.m. – Welcome
2:00–3:00 p.m. – Breakout Sessions
3:15–4:15 p.m. – Breakout Sessions
4:30–5:30 p.m. – Main Program
Whether you're new to Bread for the World or have been advocating for years, we hope you'll join us as we learn, build community, and take meaningful action together to help end hunger.
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat - August
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat
This casual get-together offers a new way to engage with other court watchers monthly, on the last Wednesday of the month, at 10am. These meetings will be largely without an agenda to leave room to connect, ask questions, compare notes, and maybe even vent a little about this tough work!
All court watchers are welcome, regardless of location or type of court.
Stewarding Land. Building Futures.
Join Us for Stewarding Land. Building Futures!
Churches have long served as anchors in their neighborhoods, providing spiritual guidance, essential services, and places of belonging. Today, many congregations also have a unique opportunity to address one of our community's most pressing challenges—access to safe, affordable housing.
This symposium will bring together faith leaders, housing experts, and community development professionals to explore how church-owned land can become a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization.
Whether your congregation is simply exploring possibilities or actively considering development, this event will provide the knowledge, connections, and inspiration needed to steward your land in ways that create lasting hope and expand housing opportunities across the Far East Side of Indianapolis.
Safety Net Training
Our friends at the Multi-Faith Neighbors Network (MFNN) invite all Indianapolis-area congregations to their Safety Net Training on August 20th in Indianapolis. We live in a time when polarization and extremism are growing. This is a tragic reality, but we believe that congregations, civic organizations, and other small groups are the perfect places to help identify growing polarization, and provide off-ramps to help move people towards peacefully living together with those they may have strong disagreements with. In order to help combat polarization and extremism, we have created SafetyNet - a training module, curriculum, and resources to help address this issue.
Safety Net was created by MFNN in partnership with Search for Common Ground and the Polarization & Extremism Research & Innovation Lab at American University to help put resources in the hands of congregational and civic leaders that help communities push back against polarization, extreme rhetoric, violence, and more. In a time when division and polarization are increasing, we want to provide tangible resources that will equip you to lead your congregation or civic organization to peacefully push back and help prevent polarization from growing.
At this training, you will receive assistance about how to use this resource in your local context, as well as both physical and digital copies of the curriculum to use. We want to make sure you go home with tangible resources that will benefit your local community.
The specific information is below. Registration is absolutely free, and includes both breakfast and lunch, but please register for each person who is planning to attend so we can have the appropriate food prepared. Food will also be provided that will honor everyone's particular dietary needs.
Who should attend Safety Net Training? The curriculum is intended for congregational, organizational, or civic community leaders to use in their local context. The training itself will explain the curriculum, and train leaders to lead the curriculum in their local setting.
LOCATION: MTI School of Knowledge Auditorium - 4950 W. 34th St. Indianapolis, IN 46224
DATE: Thursday, August 20, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Indiana Eviction Justice Court Watch Training - August 2026
Court Watch Training
We offer once-a-month, online trainings for the basics of court watching, including the use of the Indiana Eviction Justice Network’s website. We suggest browsing through the information contained on the Eviction Basics, Eviction Court Watching, and FAQ’s pages before the training.
To register, fill out the form here. Once completed you’ll receive the Zoom link with your email confirmation. See you soon!
You can also go to court with a Court Watch Mentor, inquire here.
Watch the August 2024 training video here.
Sacred Friends - August
Sacred Friendships discussions are the core of GIMA. These easy, one-hour conversations are for anyone interested in exploring the faith world of others. The purpose is to deepen our relationships and know each other, not just about each other. Each session focuses on a conversation topic led by two of our committee chairs, Betty Brandt and Rabbi Brett Krichiver. All are welcome!
August
Humility
Humility is valued in many faith traditions, but people understand it in different ways. Can you describe a time when humility changed your perspective, strengthened a relationship, or taught you something important? How do you make the distinction between humility and other attributes like self-doubt, self-sacrifice, or staying silent when you should speak?
8/18, 2p with Rabbi Brett Krichiver
8/20, 1p with Betty Brandt
Demystifying Dharmic Religions
Demystifying Dharmic Religions
You are invited to an interfaith event being held at the Hindu Temple of Central Indiana on Aug 8th. there will be a panel discussion to learn more about the four Dharmic religions: Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. Session will be followed by Chai and refreshments.
Please feel free to share this with family and friends.
Hoping to see you !
2026 Housing Convening
2026 IUL Housing Convening
The Cost of Stability: Exploring Housing, Hard Choices, and Systemic Barriers
The Indianapolis Urban League is pleased to invite you to The Cost of Stability: Exploring Housing, Hard Choices, and Systemic Barriers, an immersive Housing Access Experience designed to deepen understanding of the challenges individuals and families face while navigating today's housing system.
Unlike a traditional workshop or presentation, this interactive experience places participants in realistic scenarios that require difficult decisions, limited resources, and competing priorities. Through guided reflection and discussion, attendees will explore how systems influence choices and consider opportunities to strengthen our community's response to housing challenges.
Event Details
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Madam Walker Legacy Center
617 Indiana Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Lunch will be provided, but space is limited, and registration is required. We encourage you to reserve your spot as soon as possible using the link below.
Register Here:
Indianapolis Urban League 2026 Housing Convening Friday, August 7th I 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM – Fill out form
Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues and community partners who may be interested.
The Indianapolis Urban League looks forward to learning with you.
August Streets to Home Indy Train the Trainer
August STHI Train the Trainer
Want to learn more about Indy’s homelessness crisis?
Ready to help end it?
Come to a Train the Trainer session presented by the Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance (GIMA) and learn:
Why Indy has a homelessness crisis and why we need the urgency to end it
How Streets to Home Indy can end chronic and street homelessness
How to use available resources to inform your congregation or community about ways to support the Streets to Home Indy initiative
We hope you’ll join us in this important work to ensure every neighbor has a safe, stable place to call home.
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat - July
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat
This casual get-together offers a new way to engage with other court watchers monthly, on the last Wednesday of the month, at 10am. These meetings will be largely without an agenda to leave room to connect, ask questions, compare notes, and maybe even vent a little about this tough work!
All court watchers are welcome, regardless of location or type of court.
July Streets to Home Indy Train the Trainer
July STHI Train the Trainer
Want to learn more about Indy’s homelessness crisis?
Ready to help end it?
Come to a Train the Trainer session presented by the Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance (GIMA) and learn:
Why Indy has a homelessness crisis and why we need the urgency to end it
How Streets to Home Indy can end chronic and street homelessness
How to use available resources to inform your congregation or community about ways to support the Streets to Home Indy initiative
We hope you’ll join us in this important work to ensure every neighbor has a safe, stable place to call home.
Sacred Friendships - July
Sacred Friendships
Sacred Friendships discussions are the core of GIMA. These easy, one-hour conversations are for anyone interested in exploring the faith world of others. The purpose is to deepen our relationships and know each other, not just about each other. Each session focuses on a conversation topic led by two of our committee chairs, Betty Brandt and Rabbi Brett Krichiver. All are welcome!
July Topic: Disruption in Faith and Freedom
Moments of disruption can become turning points. Whether in our traditions, our communities, or our lives, disruption can challenge what we believe and how we relate to one another. Across faiths, these moments often call for moral courage: the willingness to speak truth, to listen deeply, and to stay in relationship even when we disagree. What do these moments teach us about justice, faith, and freedom? When have you seen “moral courage” in your tradition or in your own life?
June 22, 1p with Rabbi Brett Krichiver and Betty Brandt
Zero HIV Stigma Day
Zero HIV Stigma Day
Engaging Faith Communities to End HIV Stigma & Criminalization
Join the HIV Modernization Movement - Indiana for their 3rd annual Zero HIV Stigma Day Community Meal & Conversation on July 21, 2026. Observed globally and annually on July 21, this day is dedicated to reflection, education, and action to end HIV stigma and ensure equitable access to care. This year's panel discussion on Engaging Faith Communities to End HIV Stigma & Criminalization will feature faith leaders and community members living with HIV.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Doors Open at 5:00pm: Explore our HMM Advocacy History Walk Visual Gallery (2016-2026), a reflection on a decade of impact and progress.
5:15-6:15pm: Community Dinner
6:15-8:30pm: Welcome and Program: Featuring a panel discussion on Engaging Faith Communities to End HIV Stigma and Criminalization.
ULI Indiana - DMD Affordable Housing Development Conference
Indianapolis DMD Affordable Housing Development Conference
What to Expect
Join DMD for a full day of:
Practical insights on navigating City processes and approvals
Clear guidance on accessing funding and development resources
Peer learning and real-world examples from developers and partners
Opportunities to connect with DMD staff, lenders, and technical experts
Why Attend
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your next project further, this conference is designed to help:
Demystify the development process
Build your capacity and confidence
Strengthen your project pipeline
Connect you with the people and resources needed to move forward
Scholarship Support
A limited number of scholarships are available to support attendance at this event. These scholarships are intended to ensure participation from nonprofit, small-scale, and emerging developers for whom the registration cost may present a barrier.
Priority will be given to individuals and organizations whose work aligns with affordable housing and community development goals, particularly those actively planning or advancing low-income housing projects.
If you are interested in attending but require financial assistance, please email Jennifer.Mitchen@uli.org. Scholarship availability is limited and will be awarded based on need and alignment with event focus areas.
Indiana Eviction Justice Court Watch Training - July 2026
Court Watch Training
We offer once-a-month, online trainings for the basics of court watching, including the use of the Indiana Eviction Justice Network’s website. We suggest browsing through the information contained on the Eviction Basics, Eviction Court Watching, and FAQ’s pages before the training.
To register, fill out the form here. Once completed you’ll receive the Zoom link with your email confirmation. See you soon!
You can also go to court with a Court Watch Mentor, inquire here.
Watch the August 2024 training video here.
'NECESSARY ALLIES' The Premiere Screening
In a world increasingly shaped by misunderstanding and cultural tension, Necessary Allies follows an extraordinary gathering of eight influential voices–faith leaders, community organizers, and cultural ambassadors—who come together with one shared purpose: to explore how humanity can move beyond division and build a future rooted in dignity, compassion, and unity.
Indy Tenant Workshop
Indy Tenant Workshop
Part 1: Know and Use Your Renters' Rights
This event is for renters and advocates to learn about renters’ rights.
Do you have questions about what landlords are legally allowed to do?
Do you think your rights or the rights of others as tenants are being violated?
Do you want to learn about how you can leverage your power as a renter?
In this presentation, attendees will learn about renter’s rights under Indiana law and where the protections fall short.
Part 2: Community Organizing 101
The second half will focus on how to connect with other tenants to increase access to adequate housing through a unified renter base and the building blocks of community organizing.
There will be networking and planning activities after the presentations.
Prayer vigil at the Miami Correctional Facility
Multifaith Clergy and People of Faith Gathering at Miami Correctional Facility for 11th Prayer Vigil for our Immigrant Neighbors
You are invited to join clergy, congregational leaders and people of faith from around the state of Indiana at the 11th Multi-Faith Prayer Vigil for our immigrant neighbors hosted by the Episcopal Church, the Dioceses of Indianapolis and Northern Indiana on Monday, June 29th, 2026, at 2:00pm at the Miami Correctional Facility near Bunker Hill, IN.
Faith leaders continue to be deeply concerned about the state of the facility now being used to detain immigrants. “It’s no secret that the conditions at Miami are abhorrent, absolutely inhumane, unforgivable, really,” said Sarah Burrow, a director at Lewis Kappes and lead of the firm’s immigration law group. We understand the importance of security and safety and the enforcement of just laws. But what is happening behind us has nothing to do with safety and everything to do with cruelty and xenophobia all hiding behind the façade of “good business” and making money for the state.
This gathering will include readings, songs, prayers, and statements from across faith traditions calling for dignity and justice for immigrants and refugees. It is our task to call it how we see it and we will continue to do that until ICE Detentions stop here at Miami Correctional facility.
We will stand in prayerful solidarity with the immigrant communities and call attention to the urgent need for humane treatment of all people.
For more information, contact:
The Rev. Fatima Yakubu-Madus – fatimaym@cccindy.org
America 250: In God We Trust Panel Discussion
America 250: In God We Trust Panel Discussion
Overview
Carmel Interfaith Alliance presents America 250: In God We Trust Panel Discussion
Carmel celebrates America 250 honoring our historic legacy as a country founded on religious freedom. On June 24th at 5:30 pm, we explore the meaning of our national motto “In God We Trust”, since its adoption and from the diverse perspectives of faith traditions represented in our community today.Please join us for a moderated informational panel discussion bringing the history of our nation and our city together.Our esteemed panel features:
Dr. Samuel Young, Assistant Professor of History at Indiana Wesleyan University
David Sklar, Executive Director of the Indianapolis Jewish Community Relations Council
Dr. Shrividya Karthik, Hindu Temple of Central Indiana Member
Maryam E. Qureshi, Esq, President of the Al Salam Foundation
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat
Court Watchers Virtual Coffee Chat
This casual get-together offers a new way to engage with other court watchers monthly, beginning on Wednesday, June 24th at 10am. These meetings will be largely without an agenda to leave room for all of you to connect, ask questions, compare notes, and maybe even vent a little about this tough work!
All court watchers are welcome, regardless of location or type of court.
Indiana Eviction Justice Court Watch Training - June 2026
Court Watch Training
We offer once-a-month, online trainings for the basics of court watching, including the use of the Indiana Eviction Justice Network’s website. We suggest browsing through the information contained on the Eviction Basics, Eviction Court Watching, and FAQ’s pages before the training.
To register, fill out the form here. Once completed you’ll receive the Zoom link with your email confirmation. See you soon!
You can also go to court with a Court Watch Mentor, inquire here.
Watch the August 2024 training video here.
Sacred Friendships - June
Sacred Friendships
Sacred Friendships discussions are the core of GIMA. These easy, one-hour conversations are for anyone interested in exploring the faith world of others. The purpose is to deepen our relationships and know each other, not just about each other. Each session focuses on a conversation topic led by two of our committee chairs, Betty Brandt and Rabbi Brett Krichiver. All are welcome!
June Topic: Unity Without Erasure
At GIMA, we believe in Authentic Diversity—that unity doesn’t mean sameness. But in practice, that can be hard. What does it mean to work together across faiths without diluting what we each believe? When does collaboration feel like compromise? Where do we draw the line? This month, we’re creating space to be honest about those tensions, trusting that sacred friendships are strong enough to hold them.
June 16, 3p with Rabbi Brett Krichiver
June 18, 3p with Betty Brandt
NOFO Information Sessions
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has opened the FY2026 annual Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity the FY2026 annual Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) competition. This annual funding competition helps bring millions of dollars to communities across the country to promote community-wide strategies to end homelessness. CoC’s submit a single consolidated application for new and renewal projects. The Indianapolis CoC has released the new project Request for Proposals and supplemental materials.
The Department of Metropolitan Development will hold a webinar on the application materials on June 11, 2026, at 1 PM. There will also be two open-door office hours on June 11th and June 16th for applicants seeking guidance and technical assistance from representatives of the Indianapolis CoC and the City of Indianapolis. These meetings will be held virtually and are open for applicants to enter at any time during the open room. Please see the meeting links below to join the office hours.
Thursday, June 11th, 1 pm-4 pm: Click Here to Join
Tuesday, June 16th, 1 pm-4 pm: Click Here to Join
The submission deadline for the Indianapolis CoC New Project Application is June 22, 2026, by 7:59 AM. All materials must be submitted to CoCNOFO@indy.gov.
Faith Over Fear Religious Freedom Gathering
Join GIMA as support our friends at IMAN (Indiana Muslim Advocacy Network) by reaffirming the right for Hoosiers to practice their faith without fear, as we call on the Governor to denounce the Lt. Governor's comments, and take action to protect religious freedom. Please note this is a nonpartisan gathering for religious leaders, congregations, and concerned Hoosiers to hear from local interfaith speakers and take action together. No signs permitted.
June Streets to Home Indy Train the Trainer
June STHI Train the Trainer
Want to learn more about Indy’s homelessness crisis?
Ready to help end it?
Come to a Train the Trainer session presented by the Greater Indianapolis Multifaith Alliance (GIMA) and learn:
Why Indy has a homelessness crisis and why we need the urgency to end it
How Streets to Home Indy can end chronic and street homelessness
How to use available resources to inform your congregation or community about ways to support the Streets to Home Indy initiative
We hope you’ll join us in this important work to ensure every neighbor has a safe, stable place to call home.
WYM: "Emerging Friends" Camp
For the Western Yearly Meeting, a regional Quaker body serving meetings and churches in Indiana and Illinois, becoming peace makers means developing the skills and dispositions to bring God's Kindom here on Earth. We know that the world God wants for us requires the end of interpersonal and state-based violence, harmony with creation, and a right sharing of resources. The peace we're learning to build is an active peace that includes the presence of justice, not simply the absence of conflict.
Their teen summer camping program is focused on peacemaking and open to all.
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