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Cambridge City Main Street – All About Community
As we wrap up Main Street month, Forward Wayne County asked Troy Lewis, President of Cambridge City Main Street, to share his perspective on the importance of his organization. He shared that Cambridge City Main Street is all about community.
Attracting and Retaining Young Professionals
Population decline is a problem several small communities, including Wayne County, face as local leaders try to solve this downward trend. One strategy that has become prominent in recent years is attracting and retaining young professionals. Younger generations are...
Is My Megaphone Even Turned On ?
Forward Wayne County is continuing the December focus on Our Community with another guest blogger. Continuing with the theme of community advocacy, we asked Roxie Deer, Executive Director of Richmond Neighborhood Restoration, to discuss her experience as a community...
Advocating for your Community
Wayne County is full of community advocates. They can be anyone from local board members, business owners, nonprofit organizations, and regular citizens. Community advocates help provide guidance and leadership in various local sectors. This December, Forward Wayne...
Holiday Happenings in Wayne County
December is in full swing, which, like every year, marks the joyous yet sometimes chaotic Christmas season. For Wayne County, it usually means a month full of holiday-themed events, and this year is no exception. Throughout this December, you will find everything from...
Developing Year-End Appeal
Year-end appeal marks the time between November and December where nonprofits make a mad dash for lofty fundraising goals. A 2019 study by the Blackbaud Institute indicated that December is the most charitable month of the year. The year's waning months signal the...
Volunteering During the Holiday Season
This November, Forward Wayne County is focusing on Giving and Philanthropy. To help add some insight, we asked Major Bill Welch from the Richmond Salvation Army to discuss the importance of volunteering during the holiday season. Major Bill Welch Volunteering and the...
Generational Giving: Engaging with Young Donors
Generational differences are present in all sectors of society, as older and younger generations exhibit traits and habits that are unique to them. One of the more low-key differences in generations is seen in how each one donates and volunteers with nonprofits or...
At the Intersection of Main Street and Government
A city's main street district is a critical component of any community, as it can act as a source of entertainment and economic development. In Wayne County, a governing body or nonprofit usually manages activities happening on Main Street. This creates an interesting...
A Look at Systems Change
Policy change is a central and vital function of government, but it includes a complex system of stakeholders and issues that are trying to be addressed. Successful policy attempts to solve deep-rooted societal problems. This is easier said than done. However,...
The HELP Program and Wayne County
This October, Forward Wayne County is focusing on Government and Policy. To add some perspective, we asked Beth Fields, the Wayne County Community Coordinator, to talk about the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program (HELP) and how local governments collaborated with...
Creating Community Through Art
Arts and Culture play a critical role in communities across Wayne County. This is seen through creating a community identity, preserving local artistic history, or building a sense of space and belonging. As we continue discussing this topic, read below to learn how...
Welcome to the Team – Again
This month, we welcomed a new team member of the Forward Wayne County team, Seth Stegall. We asked him to share his story and what he hopes to accomplish in his new role. Hello there! This blog may be a reintroduction for some of you and, for others, a new face. My...
Wayne County’s Music Community
We are talking about Arts & Culture this month and asked Sean Lamb to share his thoughts: I have proudly been a part of Wayne County’s music community for the better part of 20 years. Over those years, I’ve seen so many changes at a local level that benefit people...
College Now – An Opportunity for Wayne County’s Students
As Forward Wayne County focuses on Education this month, we reached out to Kyle Wright, manager of the College Now Program at Indiana University East to ask a few questions about the program and how it impacts students in Wayne County! Kyle Wright, manager of the...
Furthering Your Education in Wayne County
Wayne County residents have countless ways that they can further their education past high school. Higher education, job training, and certificate programs are all over - as are the tools to help you find and afford them. As we focus on Education this month, read...
