United Way’s ELEVATE presented by GEICO celebrates up-and-coming community leaders in central Indiana United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) has announced the winners of this year’s ELEVATE awards, an annual celebration of the next generation of philanthropists, volunteers and activists in Central Indiana. More than 100 nominations were submitted across six recognition categories, including those honoring the top […]

Join us on Saturday for ELEVATE and test your sister city knowledge against other attendees. Land in the top three and win one of these great staycation packages valued at $400. Monza Themed* $200 voucher to stay at either the Bottleworks Hotel downtown or the Ironworks Hotel near Keystone at the Crossing.* $100 gift certificate […]

Sister Cities might be on opposite sides of the world, have vastly different histories and cultures, speak different languages, and enjoy different tastes. But as a collective human race, we share a common and united purpose: learn from one another, innovative together, and help support each other in these great times of need. Put your […]

We asked our ELEVATE award finalists and judges their favorite songs that scream “vacation” — the ones that they can’t wait to jam to in the car on the way to the airport. They delivered a great list of fun and diverse songs for you to enjoy as you prepare to “travel” with us on […]

If you are looking to elevate your evening, the planning committee has created a list of fun dining options to help you immerse yourself in the travel experience. Below is just a small sampling of dining and food options around Central Indiana inspired by our sister cities. Campinas, Brazil Occurring on Sat, February 27th from […]

Finalist: Serena Van Orman Award: Volunteer of the Year Day Job: Program Administrator, Indiana Diaper Bank Connect with Serena on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/serena-van-orman-44715a115/ For nearly two years Serena has been volunteering with Families First as a Survivor Advocate and goes above and beyond for her community in the ways she shows up, cares for and continually […]

Finalist: Lilly Pride Award: Employee Resource Group on behalf of Eli Lilly and Company Connect with Megan and Juan on LinkedIn: Megan Klopchin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-klopchin-157ba73/ Juan Granados-Zuniga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-granados-zuniga-5932ab1a/ Lilly Pride is a three-time ELEVATE finalist in the Employee Resource Group category. Lilly Pride’s key community engagement efforts focus on fostering awareness and engagement for issues pertinent […]

Finalist: Ryan Cutter  Award: Volunteer of the Year Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-cutter-29635b84/ “Best ability is availability” – This is the motto Ryan Cutter lives by. A native Hoosier who wishes more people knew about Indianapolis, Ryan is a volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters and the most of his time with his little. […]

Finalist: Rufus Cochran Award: Volunteer Leader of the Year Day Job: Business System Analyst, Roche Diagnostics Connect with Rufus on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rufuscochran/ Rufus’s community contributions focus on cultivating the next generation of community leaders—high school students and young professionals. Dedication to his community is apparent in the nonprofit organizations Rufus has founded and the connections […]

Travel Itinerary for February 27, 2021*as of 2/26/21 6:50 p.m. Log on and confirm you have your phone nearby in order to play trivia and to make any last-minute People’s Choice Award votes for your favorite finalist. 7:00 Program begins – Thomas Benoist will be your tour guide for the evening 7:05 Walking tour of […]