Indianapolis Ambassadors

Conner Prairie: A Merry Prairie Holiday
2024-12-08 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-13 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-14 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-15 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-20 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-21 16:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-22 16:30 - 21:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Indiana, 46038
Join us for Central Indiana’s most beloved holiday festival and make the season magical at A Merry Prairie Holiday. Surround yourself amongst thousands of lights and celebrate the holidays in Prairietown with Historic Holidays. Capture picture-perfect moments all around as you celebrate the season.
Volunteer to help with Tractor/Tram loading/unloading, the tubing hill, sock skating monitor, and more.
Volunteers Needed

50

Contact for Additional Questions

volunteer@connerprairie.org

Volunteer Benefits

Meal or Snacks

Physical Requirements

Sitting
Standing
Outdoors

Dress Code

Dress for the weather

Parking Location

Provided with volunteering confirmation

Christmas Party at Phyllis' Clubhouse
2024-12-08 17:30 - 21:00 | Phyllis’ Clubhouse, 8718 Yardley Court, Indianapolis, 46268, United States
It’s the most magical time of the year!!
Gather with the Ambassadors to kick off the holidays! Let’s share some good tiding with all of our volunteer friends. Let’s be jolly as we celebrate forty-one years as an organization. Pizzas will be provided. Feel free to bring a side, snack, or dessert to share. There will be prizes, music, games, and lively conversation. The board member election results will be announced. This is one of the most exciting meetings of the year!!!
All are welcome! RSVP at our Meetup Event or email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Event Details:

Christmas Party
Phyllis’ Clubhouse
8718 Yardley Court
Indianapolis, IN, 46268

Date and Times:

Sunday December 8th
5:30pm – 9pm

Registration:

RSVP at our Meetup, or
Email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Parking Recommendations:

Park near the clubhouse in any spot labeled for guests,
There are a few spots in front of the clubhouse and several behind the nearby garages.

For additional questions, email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Salvation Army: Angel Tree Toy Shop, Setup and Distribution
2024-12-09 - 2024-12-18 | Indiana
Volunteers Needed for the Angel Tree Toy Shop
Every Christmas there are children lacking life’s vital needs because their families are struggling financially and cannot afford the expense. As you can imagine, it takes hundreds of volunteer hours to make Angel Tree Toy Shop happen each year.
Please consider joining us in one or more of the following roles:

organize a toy drive,
accept gifts being dropped off at one of three locations,
help families complete their applications for assistance,
inventory and organize gifts during sorting days, and
help families select gifts when they come to shop on distribution day.

Distribution will consist of a shopping experience where families will select gifts at either our Eagle Creek corps (4400 N. High School Rd.) or Fountain Square corps (1337 Shelby St.). Date and times below.
We welcome both individual volunteers and groups of volunteers (please note volunteers under 18 years of age must be with a parent/guardian/adult) to help us ensure a successful Angel Tree Toy Shop program at our Eagle Creek corps or Fountain Square corps.
>>>> Registration is Required to Participate <<<<

Volunteer Details:

Angel Tree Toy Shop
At either:

Eagle Creek corp
4400 N. High School Rd.
centralusa.salvationarmy.org/eaglecreekIN
Fountain Square corp
1337 Shelby St.
centralusa.salvationarmy.org/fountainsquare

Many volunteers are needed.
Positions include:

check in families,
monitor the parking area,
greet families while they wait for their shopping time,
walk with families through the shopping experience as they select gifts,
restock the shopping tables with gifts,
and help families load gifts into their vehicle.

Dates and Times:

Angel Tree Toy Shop and bag set up (4400 N. High School Rd.) – Assist with all the details helping with grace day during our Toy Shop on December 13 or helping with preparation for our bag distribution from December 16-17 at the Eagle Creek Corps (particularly looking for volunteers from 9am-12pm or 1-4pm each date).
Angel Tree Toy Shop and bag distribution (4400 N. High School Rd.) – Come out to support our various roles and help us with parking, check in, shopping, loading bags into vehicles, and more (including bilingual volunteers who speak Spanish, Chin or Burmese) as we provide families with Christmas assistance at the Eagle Creek Corps from December 9-12 and 18-19 (particularly looking for volunteers on December 9, 10, 11 and 18 from 3:30-7pm).

Volunteer sign-up and training:

Register as a Salvation Army Volunteer
Contact Kathy Dalla Costa, Volunteer Manager, at kathy.dallacosta@usc.salvationarmy.org or 317-224-1010 with questions or for details how to sign up.

Volunteer Requirements:

Most positions require standing.
Under 18 years of age must be with a parent/guardian/adult.

For additional questions, contact Kathy Dalla Costa, Volunteer Manager, at kathy.dallacosta@usc.salvationarmy.org or 317-224-1010

Girls Inc. Indy: Help Winterize Outdoor Classroom and Sensory Garden
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis, 3935 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, 46208, United States
This past spring, Girls Inc. Indy created an incredible outdoor space to transform our ability to provide programming outside. With that, we were able to create a new Outdoor Classroom and Sensory Garden at our office, and we need volunteers to help winterize the spaces.

Description: Join us to prepare this special space for the colder months. Up to 10 volunteers are needed to assist with tasks such as raking leaves, pulling weeds, picking up sticks, and making sure the area is clean and ready for winter. This is a great opportunity to support Girls Inc. Indy and help maintain a safe, engaging environment for the young women we serve. Sign up to lend a hand and make a difference in our community!

Location: 3935 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

Volunteer Dates/Times:

Wednesday, Dec. 11: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Thursday, Dec. 12: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

· Additional Details:

We will have tools on-site, but welcome personal tools, too!
Water and snacks will be provided

Volunteer Here

IU Natatorium: Jingle Jamboree
2024-12-13 - 2024-12-15 | IU Natatorium – Indianapolis, 901 West New York Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Jingle Jamboree – Dec 13th thru 15th
The IU Natatorium will be hosting this pre-holiday celebration of fast swimming and fun for its third year from Friday through Sunday, December 13 – 15. Approximately 800 swimmers from across the Midwest will be competing in this meet.
The Jingle Jamboree is a 2.5-day, timed finals, short course competition that will be contested in two 25-yard pools. Volunteers are now being recruited for a variety of positions. All volunteers are asked to register for at least two (2) shifts throughout the course of the weekend. Timers must be 14 years of age or older; all other volunteer positions require minimum ages of 18 or 21. All volunteers receive complimentary parking and complimentary meals during their volunteer shifts plus the opportunity to work alongside some of the best volunteers in the country.
Please register now to join our 2024 Jingle Jamboree Volunteer Team at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AC2CA1FF2-50315187-2024

Volunteer Details:

2024 IU Natatorium Jingle Jamboree
IU Natatorium
901 W. New York St
Indianapolis, IN, 46202
(317) 274-0336
https://iunat.iupui.edu/
Many volunteers are needed.
Positions include:

Hospitality,
Deck Control,
Timers,
… and more.

Dates and Times:

Friday Dec. 13th thru Sunday Dec. 15th
6am – 9pm shifts

Volunteer sign-up and training:

Sign up HERE now to select your favorite volunteer role at times that work best for you.
To assist you in being well prepared to welcome our visitors, we will be hosting a virtual volunteer orientation session on Thursday evening, December 12th, at 7:30 PM. Details will be sent to all registrants earlier that week.
Please review the volunteer handbook when it becomes available.

Volunteer benefits:

Complimentary parking and meals during their volunteer shifts

Volunteer Requirements:

All volunteers are asked to register for at least two (2) shifts throughout the course of the event.
Timers must be at least 14 years of age; a minimum age of 18 is required for other positions.

Contact John Maxey at Natswimmingvolunteers@gmail.com with any additional questions

Jesus Christ Superstar
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
Select Days – Dec 6th thru 15th
A timeless work, Jesus Christ Superstar is a rock musical set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels (and told entirely through song), the show follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life.
Volunteer Positions

Usher

Volunteers Needed

10

Contact for Additional Questions

Jeff Owen at jowen@claudemcnealproductions.com

Volunteer Benefits

Free Entry to Event/Show

Physical Requirements

Standing

Dress Code

casual

Parking Location

at McGowan Hall – 1305 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Parking Instructions

would need to park near rear of building

YMCA at the Athenaeum Breakfast with Santa
2024-12-14 07:30 - 12:00 | YMCA @ the Athenaeum, 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Breakfast with Santa, on Saturday December 14th, is the biggest outreach event for the YMCA at the Athenaeum
Families are invited to Breakfast with Santa from downtown shelters and organizations providing for our underserved neighbors. After an enjoyable breakfast, grown-ups get to shop for presents for the kiddos (stockings, books, and toys), while the kiddos enjoy some entertainment (magic, face painting, balloon artists, and glitter tattoos) and get to shop for presents for a grown-up in their life, and everyone gets to visit with Santa!

Volunteer Details:

Breakfast with Santa
YMCA @ the Athenaeum
401 E. Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 685-9705
https://indymca.org/athenaeum/
Many volunteers are needed.
Positions include:

Family Elf: You will be paired with a family to spend the morning with the kiddos, play in Winter Wonderland, help the kiddos shop for a present for a special adult in their life, and help make the morning magical for everyone. Depending on the size of the family, more than one elf may be paired together. Winter Wonderland will be in the same area as the breakfast and include face painting, balloon artists, glitter tattoos, and a magic show! Volunteer ages 18+ only for this event.
Greeter/Floater Elf: You will be placed in areas of greatest need, which may change throughout the event.
Santa’s Workshop Elf: You will help set up Santa’s Workshop, which includes areas for stockings, toys, and books. You will help the grownups select toys, wrap gifts, and pack everything up. After the event, you will help tear down the area. Volunteer ages 18+ only for this event.

Date and Times:

Saturday December 14th
7:30am – noon

Volunteer sign-up:

https://signup.com/go/MetkXLe

Volunteer Requirements:

Festive attire or clean pants/jeans and shirt.
Must be 18 or older.

Parking:

Parking will be provided in garage next door to the Athenaeum.
Additional details will be emailed to the volunteers ahead of the event.

For additional questions, contact Sarah Fisher (indysef@sbcglobal.net).

City of Fishers Cookies with Characters
2024-12-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Ambassador House at Heritage Park, 10598 Eller Road, Fishers, 46038, United States
The Grinch is coming back to visit Fishers! Sign up for this unique character experience, filled with games, crafts, cookie decorating, and more at the Historic Ambassador House! Registered guests will enjoy decorating cookies, a visit from the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, and other Whoville fun and games!
Volunteers Needed

31

Registration Link

https://www.volunteerfishers.com/need/detail/?need_id=749518

Contact for Additional Questions

Amy Crell @ crella@fishers.in.us

Volunteer Benefits

Meal or Snacks

Physical Requirements

Sitting
Standing

December Social: Global Village World of Trees and Santas (and Dinner)
2024-12-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
¡Feliz Navidad! Joyeux Noël! Frohe Weihnachten! Buon Natale! How many ways can you say Merry Christmas?
Come experience the sights and sounds of Christmas from around the world at this free event hosted by the International Marketplace Coalition. Christmas trees are individually decorated for a specific theme, message, or country. And live Santas will be dressed in consumes to represent each country.
The Ambassadors December Social will be held at Indy’s Global Village Welcome Center Dec, 15th from 3-5pm followed by a dinner at India Palace right next door. Join us for either or both!
All are welcome! RSVPs are encouraged at our Meetup Event or email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Event Details:

Global Village World of Trees
Global Village Welcome Center
4233 Lafayette Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46254
(317) 751-5229
https://www.imcoalition.org
Access to Global Village Trees and Santas is FREE
Optional dinner costs are your responsibility

Date and Times:

Sunday December 15th
India Palace Lunch Buffet Option, 2-3pm
Trees and Santas, 3pm – 5pm
India Palace Dinner Option, 5pm – 6pm

Parking Recommendations:

There should be a good amount of parking available on the side of the L-shaped building that is along Lafayette Road.
“Don’t park on the side near the mall.”

For additional questions, email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

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Trail Building with Hoosier Hikers Council
2024-12-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Green’s Bluff Nature Preserve, 39 209277 #86.757031, Spencer, 47460, United States
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Since 1995 the Hoosier Hikers Council has been building, repairing, and maintaining hiking trails in the state of Indiana. Join the Hoosier Hikers Council on the third of each month (through December) to support The Nature Conservancy for a day in the woods! They will continue work on the new trail at TNC’s Green’s Bluff Nature Preserve in Owen County.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS

No experience needed.
All tools and instructions are provided.
The terrain here is moderate.
Volunteers should be comfortable with physical activity including bending, shoveling, raking and hiking.
Please go prepared with drinking water, close-toed shoes and weather-appropriate layers.

LET THEM KNOW IF YOU’LL BE JOINING!
Please RSVP to hoosierhikerscouncil@gmail.com to let them know that you’re coming to the workday so they can plan enough lunch for all the workers. Please be aware that they unfortunately don’t have the resources to accommodate special dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.
DIRECTIONS
Green’s Bluff is located west of Bloomington and south of McCormick’s Creek State Park in Owen County. Volunteers will be parking at a large powerline maintenance area that’s accessible from a smooth, flat, gravel driveway. To get to the worksite, take W Porter Ridge Road west from State Road 43. There’s a double-decker bus parked at the intersection of SR 43 and Porter Ridge Road. Go west about 0.5 miles to Green’s Bluff Road, a gravel road which will be on your right. Follow Green’s Bluff Road northwest for about 0.5 miles to Pawpaw Road, which is also gravel. Bear left onto Pawpaw Road and go about 0.3 miles. Go past a No Trespassing sign on a wooden post to a driveway on your left that leads to a green gate. There will be white flagging tape at the driveway and on the gate. Go through the gate and follow the gravel driveway about 0.4 miles through the woods until you emerge onto a large, flat parking area under the power lines.

General Meeting at Exodus Refugee
2025-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Exodus Refugee, 2457 E. Washington Street, Suite A, Indianapolis, IN 46201, 46201, United States
All are welcome to the General Meeting of the Indianapolis Ambassadors hosted by Exodus Refugee on the second Wednesday in January.
Exodus Refugee Immigration is dedicated to the protection of human rights by serving the resettlement needs of refugees and other displaced people fleeing persecution, injustice, and war by welcoming them to Indiana. Exodus has a long history of welcoming refugees and asylees from many countries, cultures, languages, faiths, and political opinions. Exodus has helped thousands of refugees establish their lives in Indiana. Come learn how volunteers help to make this all possible.
Afterwards the group goes out for a short social. The after meeting social is optional. This time, we will be heading over to the Inferno Room in Fountain Square.
All are welcome! RSVPs are encouraged at our Meetup Event or email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Event Details:

Exodus Refugee Immigration
2457 E. Washington Street, Suite A
Indianapolis, IN, 46201
317-921-0836
https://www.exodusrefugee.org/
Kristopher George, Community Support Team Coordinator

Kris will share information about the needs in the community and opportunities to get involved to support their mission to provide resettlement support for refugees.

Date and Times:

Wednesday January 8th
6pm – 8pm

Parking Recommendations:

Free parking is available in the large parking lot in front of the building.

After Meeting Social:

The Inferno Room
Tiki cocktails & creative bar bites on offer in this bamboo clad, island-themed haunt.
902 Virginia Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 426-2343
https://theinfernoroom.com

For additional questions, email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Rising Pursuit Services: Sneaker Ball in Westfield
2025-01-18 19:00 - 22:00 | West Fork Whiskey Co, 10 E 191st Street, Westfild, IN, 46074, United States
On this day of the Event, Rising Pursuit Services presents the Anniversary Sneaker Ball which includes individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, family friends and all supporters in the Indianapolis community. This event, which will consist of divine dancing, and dining, will take place at Whiskey Fork & Co from 7pm-10:00pm. This significant event is in efforts to honor and celebrate our individuals in this program and all their success in this year’s timespan. Additionally, to show that people with disabilities strive while displaying incredible abilities to exhibit confidence, poise, and elegance. There will be speakers from Bureau of Disabilities, food, drinks and dancing.
Why This Event Matters
Many families supporting individuals with disabilities have expressed the severity of reliable transportation. All proceeds for this event contribute to providing a solid foundation for transportation. Rising Pursuit Services strives to implement an additional transportation vehicle to assist with vocational, programming and outing necessities. Furthermore, this will be an educational vehicle for individuals who have the capacity to enroll in our first Driver’s Education Course. Many individuals aspire to learn the fundamentals of driving requirements, and to be sufficient and safe to transport themselves. This Sneaker Ball not only opens the realm of possibilities for these individuals but builds skill sets that they can carry with them in all aspects of their livelihood.
Who We Are
Founded in the year 2023, Rising Pursuit Services is a nonprofit organization supporting adults 18 and above, with intellectual and developmental disabilities socially, mentally emotionally and physically at the Adult Day Program located in the Castleton area of Indianapolis. This company offers a variety of strategic processes to implement personal and professional tactics to assist in reaching the goals of individuals in the disability community. Rising Pursuit Services provides support in pursuit of a well-rounded and high-quality life, consistently achieving success. A great majority of our individuals transition from the special needs high school classrooms, as they only can remain enrolled until the age of 22 years. We do not have an age limit. We continue to develop their skillset, vocationally, physically, and socially engaging in a group or individual setting to improve proficiency every single day.

We are requesting all volunteers to dress in all black:
We are needing volunteers to assist in decorations starting at: January 17th, Friday 5:30pm OR January 18th Saturday 1:00pm
We are needing volunteers to take down decorations starting at: January 18th 9:45pm (please arrive by 9:15pm)
We are needing volunteers to serve food starting at: 7:00pm (please arrive by 6:30pm)
We are needing volunteers to pick up trash: January 18th 9:30pm (please arrive early or by 9:00pm)
We are needing volunteers to assist with technology starting at 7:00 (PowerPoint and mics please arrive by 6:30 pm

All volunteers are welcome to food and to arrive early and stay after their shift.
To volunteer:
Go to: risingpursuitservices.org then go to ‘events’ then select ‘volunteering’
Volunteers may park anywhere in front of the building of Whiskey Fork & Co.

Questions or further assistance please call
Alexis Burrus Raven Powell
(317)721-2737 or (317) 503-4440
or email: risingpursuitservices@gmail.com
Sneaker-Ball-Flyer-for-Clients.pdf

WFYI NPR Economic Club of Indiana Luncheon
2025-01-22 10:10 - 13:50 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, 46225, United States
Volunteer for the January Economic Club of Indiana Luncheon
The January 2025 Economic Club of Indiana luncheon will feature Dr. Gregg Colburn, an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington (https://re.be.uw.edu/people/gregg-colburn/) who publishes research on topics related to housing and homelessness and is co-author of the book, Homelessness is a Housing Problem: How Structural Factors Explain U.S. Patterns (University of California Press). His research has been featured in leading media outlets, including The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist, Bloomberg, and National Public Radio.
For details, please visit https://www.wfyi.org/programs/the-economic-club-of-indiana
Volunteer with WFYI and NPR for this wonderful event! Lunch will be provided for volunteers, and they’ll have the opportunity to listen to speakers. During the luncheon events, volunteers are needed to help with event support including light set-up and tear-down as well as guest check-in.
For sign-up, please visit https://wfyi.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1012949
The Economic Club of Indiana is a forum for leaders in Central Indiana to hear from nationally recognized speakers on current and important topics. The club has been a notable setting for discussions on local and global issues for over 40 years. WFYI Public Radio partners with the Economic Club of Indiana to record and broadcast the club’s monthly luncheons. Many talented and articulate leaders are scheduled to present their thoughts and ideas throughout the season. All Economic Club of Indiana luncheons will be held at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, unless otherwise specified. Mark your calendars and get ready for a lunch filled with stimulating conversations and delicious food. We look forward to seeing you there!

Social: Movie Night at Tracers Point AMC
2025-01-28 18:30 - 21:30 | AMC Traders Point 12, 5920 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
The Alamo drafthouse is a bust.! Last minute employee appreciation day. We have changed it to Traders point AMC 7:15pm showing of Flight Risk with Mark Wahlberg.
If you want to save money, join the Free rewards program that you can do online beforehand. That makes the movie Six dollars. What a great deal!
Luciana’s Mexican Restaurant at Traders Point 86th street is a great place to meet up at six pm before the movie. Hope to see you this coming Tuesday!! GO Chiefs! – VP Christopher

Global Village: Lunar New Year Celebration
2025-02-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
Enjoy a day full of performances including traditional folk dance and music. Learn about Lunar New Year fashion, enjoy craft activities, food, and a special Lunar New Year market as we welcome the Year of the Snake in this family friendly event. Guests are encouraged to attend in red or traditional outfits from East and Southeast Asia. The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success.
Take advantage of your time and enjoy these temporary installations:
EXHIBIT Let’s Play!: Dolls from around the World
Jan 11 — Feb 1
Dolls are one of humanity’s oldest universal toys. See a sampling of unique dolls from our vast collection comprising examples from all over the world!
EXHIBIT Lunar New Year & S is for Snake
Jan 18 — Mar 29
Learn about the customs surrounding Lunar New Year celebrations across East and Southeast Asia. Usher in the Year of the Snake with an art exhibition featuring snake depictions by local artists.
If you’re able to volunteer for this event, please reach out to the Event Manager, Jamie Sweet, JSweet@imcoalition.org

WFYI NPR Economic Club of Indiana Luncheon
2025-02-04 10:10 - 13:50 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, 46225, United States
Volunteer for February Economic Club of Indiana Luncheon
Join the Economic Club of Indiana for a lively February luncheon featuring National Urban League president Marc Morial! As President of the National Urban League since 2003, Marc Morial has been the primary catalyst for an era of change and a transformation for the 100-plus-year-old civil rights organization. His energetic and skilled leadership has expanded the League’s work around an empowerment agenda, redefining civil rights in the 21st century with a renewed emphasis on closing the economic gaps between Whites and Blacks and rich and poor Americans.
For details, please visit https://www.wfyi.org/programs/the-economic-club-of-indiana
Volunteer with WFYI and NPR for this wonderful event! Lunch will be provided for volunteers, and they’ll have the opportunity to listen to speakers. During the luncheon events, volunteers are needed to help with event support including light set-up and tear-down as well as guest check-in.
For sign-up, please visit https://wfyi.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1012951
The Economic Club of Indiana is a forum for leaders in Central Indiana to hear from nationally recognized speakers on current and important topics. The club has been a notable setting for discussions on local and global issues for over 40 years. WFYI Public Radio partners with the Economic Club of Indiana to record and broadcast the club’s monthly luncheons. Many talented and articulate leaders are scheduled to present their thoughts and ideas throughout the season. All Economic Club of Indiana luncheons will be held at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, unless otherwise specified. Mark your calendars and get ready for a lunch filled with stimulating conversations and delicious food. We look forward to seeing you there!

General Meeting at the Indianapolis Ballet
2025-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Indianapolis Ballet, 502 N Capitol Ave B, Indianapolis, 46204, United States
All are invited to the February General Meeting of the Indianapolis Ambassadors hosted by the Indianapolis Ballet.
The Indianapolis Ballet is Indiana’s premier destination for professional dance instruction, performances, and outreach. They offer world-class training, dynamic performances, and excellent placement of our students in elite university dance programs and professional companies across the nation. Come learn how volunteers help to make this all possible.
Afterwards the group goes out for a short social. We are headed to the Eagle on Mass Ave.
All are welcome! RSVPs are encouraged at our Meetup Event or email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Event Details:

Indianapolis Ballet
502 N Capitol Ave B
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 955-7525
https://www.indyballet.org/
Jeffrey Marks, Development Associate & Volunteer Coordinator

Jeffrey will introduce us to history and importance of the ballet in Indianapolis and about opportunities for volunteers to be involved with culturally important organization.

Date and Times:

Wednesday February 5th
6pm – 8pm

Parking:
Parking is metered in front of their building. Additional parking in the lot behind the building across from Kroger. It’s a paid lot with meters. No validation.
For additional questions, email Chris Blair at volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org.

Super Bowl Party at the Cosmopolitan on the Canal
2025-02-09 17:30 - 22:00 | Cosmopolitan on the Canal, 310 W MICHIGAN ST, Indianapolis, 46202, United States
🏈🎉 Get Ready for the Ultimate Super Bowl Showdown! 🎉🏈
The big game is almost here, and we’re gearing up for an unforgettable Super Bowl party, and you’re on the VIP list!
🔥 When: Sunday, February 9th
🔥 Time: 5:30pm to 10pm
🔥 Where: 310 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
🚙 Park: On Senate Ave near the Cosmopolitan on the Canal (corner of N Senate Ave and W Michigan St.), walk towards the Canal and Fresco Italian Cafe. Entrance to the venue through left side of Fresco (please see pictures for details)
Expect:

Epic Game Coverage on the big screen!
Delicious Snacks – Guests are encouraged to bring a favorite snack to share.
Cold Drinks – Water and soft drinks provided, otherwise BYOB
Non-stop Fun with games, halftime entertainment, and plenty of surprises!

This is going to be the party of the year, so don’t miss out. Whether you’re here for the game, the snacks, or just the vibes, we’ve got everything covered.
So grab your lucky jersey, bring your game face, and let’s make this Super Bowl one to remember!
RSVP ASAP – We need to know if you’re ready to cheer, eat, and celebrate with us! RSVP on our Meetup event or email Chris Blair volunteeradmin@indyambassadors.org
Let’s gooooooo! 🏆
P.S. We need five volunteers to clean up and rearrange the venue afterwards.

Central Indiana MathCounts Competition
2025-02-14 08:30 - 12:30 | Sycamore School, 1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
The Central Indiana MathCounts competition will be held on Friday, February 14 at Sycamore School (1750 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260), and needs volunteers to help with proctoring and scoring tests.
Most volunteers are needed from 8:45 am until 12:30 pm. Volunteers that want to serve as proctors will need to arrive earlier (~8:30 am) and will be done earlier. No math expertise is required.
You are welcome to stay after we are done with the tests to see the final countdown round where the top 16 students face off in a Jeopardy style contest for a trophy and bragging rights. You’ll be amazed at how smart these kids are!
Light snacks and lunch will be provided.
Volunteers should email Jeff Cottrell at cottrell@lilly.com to register prior to February 14.
The MATHCOUNTS Competition Series is a national program that provides students the opportunity to compete in live, in-person contests against and alongside their peers. Created in 1983, it is the longest-running MATHCOUNTS program and is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. For over 40 years MATHCOUNTS has provided engaging extracurricular math programs for middle school students. An experience in MATHCOUNTS builds confidence, fosters a love of learning and develops skills that help students reach their full potential.

Global Village: Community Day
2025-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, 46254, United States
On this day we welcome our global community to enjoy a day of celebration. Enjoy a brief program with performances, talks, and surprises. Also enjoy games, activities, food and more! The Global Village Welcome Center needs volunteers like you to make this event a success.
Take advantage of your time and enjoy these temporary installations:
EXHIBIT Lunar New Year & S is for Snake
Jan 18 — Mar 29
Learn about the customs surrounding Lunar New Year celebrations across East and Southeast Asia. Usher in the Year of the Snake with an art exhibition featuring snake depictions by local artists.
EXHIBITION Artwork by Terry Wilson
Feb 8 — Mar 1
Terry Wilson is the featured artist during the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month. Wilson’s mixed media works offer portrayals of historical local and national Black heroes. Works in this exhibition are available for purchase.
If you’re able to volunteer for this event, please reach out to the Event Manager, Jamie Sweet, JSweet@imcoalition.org

General Meeting: Allison Mansion at Marian University
2025-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Allison Mansion on the Marian Campus, 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Indianapolis, 46222, United States
All are invited to the March General Meeting of the Indianapolis Ambassadors. James Allison, an Indianapolis entrepreneur and one of the founders of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, commissioned the mansion as part of his 64-acre Riverdale estate in the early 1900s. The exterior is a blend of early Prairie School and Lombardy Villa architecture, designed by Indianapolis architect Herbert Bass. Master landscape architect Jens Jensen, known as the “Prophet of the Prairie” for his use of native plants and Midwestern imagery, designed the grounds. Come learn how volunteers can contribute at this incredible attraction.
Afterward, the group is invited to join up for refreshments for our ‘Out After’ at Dawson’s on Main.
RSVP on our Meetup Event.
