“Everyone can’t be a star, but when you have a teacher and music director like Mr. Hurst, everyone can be somebody. That has a ripple effect for a better community and society.”
-- Nominator*
*Wishes to remain anonymous
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Mr. Matthew Hurst
We are excited to announce this year's recipient of the Teacher Excellence Award, Mr. Matthew Hurst. Each year this award is given to one teacher in Henry County for going above and beyond in the classroom.
After receiving several nominations, a committee of three judges from outside of the county chose the winner.
Mr. Hurst is the lead choir director at New Castle Community Schools. During this year's presentation of their Spring Sing performances, Mr. Hurst was pulled onto the stage and surprised with the award.
Once the concert ended, Mr. Hurst reflected on what this award means to him, “I am honored and deeply humbled by the Community Foundation’s choice. I push my students daily to be better individual singers, and together be a better choir than the day before,” he said. ‘It’s truly about the growth. The kids grow in confidence, grow in musical successes, and in turn, the program grows. But it’s the little daily victories that give me the most joy. Perhaps someday, one of my own students will earn this award as well!”
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We hope you plan to join us for our annual meeting on June 28th!
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This survey is being conducted by the New Castle Henry County Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Our purpose is to determine the entrepreneurship and small business needs and interests in Henry County in order to tailor services, programming, and resources the EDC and its partners can provide.
Entrepreneurs and small business owners, please take 10 minutes or less to give us your thoughts on this concept. Find the survey here.
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Donor Impact Made through Fund Flexibility
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So, what is a donor advised fund (DAF), and what makes it special?
Donor advised funds are a unique way for individuals and families to help address the evolving needs in Henry County. These funds are a flexible option and are great for donors who want to play a more active role in grantmaking.
They allow donors the opportunity to recommend charitable organizations to receive grants and to work with the Foundation to identify local projects that could benefit.
Another remarkable aspect of the DAF is the ability to respond quickly to local needs. DAFs can be used to support everything from emergency response efforts to community economic development.
Who can be a part of the donor advised fund process?
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Join your friends and neighbors every 4th Friday (May - Sept) in Downtown New Castle. Enjoy Downtown Merchants, Vendors, Artists and Musicians.
Don't miss the Donut Hole Eating Contest Featuring Major League Eaters!
During the contest on May 27.
In addition to the eating contest, there will be live music, family activities, and food trucks from 6 to 9 pm. The featured music for the evening is Cook & Belle.
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Help us celebrate 200 years worth of service from Henry County's Service men and women.
Chamber Memorial Day Ceremony -- May 30th at 9:00 am on the Court House Lawn.
The Chamber Memorial Day Parade -- kickoff at 10:00 am
The Parade will travel West on Broad Street from 15th Street, South on Main St,
to Bundy Ave, South to Parkview Drive.
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The Art Association of Henry County
is now taking reservations for Mary Morris Summer Art Days!
Program A (Ages 8-17)
June 6, 7, 8, 16 & 17
9 am-2 pm
$65 Non Members
$55 Members
Program B (Ages 5-8)
June 13, 14 & 15
9 am-2 pm
$45 Non Members
$35 Members
Program C (Ages 3-5)
June 9th
1 pm-3pm
$25 Non Members
$15 Members
Please call us at 765-529-2634 to save your child's spot!
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HCCF has a designated fund that supports the Marry Morris Summer Art Days each year.
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Great summers start at the Y! At the Y day camp, your kids will make new friends and have tons of fun as they explore new adventures each day. -
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Join Healthy Communities of Henry County
for Canoe the Blue
Saturday, June 4 at 10:00!
Leave your kayaks/canoes at the 350/375 W bridge (south west
of New Castle) Drive to Knightstown & park at S. Washington St. & 4th St. Take the shuttle back to the CR 350 W. bridge for the 10:00 launch.
Sponsored by Friends of Big Blue River
Info: Jeff 765-524-1753 Kathy 765-520-0081
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Attention local nonprofits and community event planners -
Do you have an event coming up that you want people to know about?
Send your event information and any additional photos to amber@henrycountycf.org to be included in our e-newsletter.
We want to help spread the word about great things happening in Henry County!
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It's time for another board member feature! This month you can take a little time and learn more about one of our great members, Susan Falck-Neal - on our website!
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HONORING OUR LOVED ONES
At the request of family members, the Foundation is honored to accept donations in memory of the following individuals.
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May Memorials
Walter Atterson
Ann Bender
Jill Brough
Bob Cook
Archie Cox
Duke and Claudia Falck
Randy Fields
Mary Morris
Wayne and Norma Patton
Kenneth Pence
Eugene Powell
Patsy Sipes
Pamela Sue Snell
John Sweigart
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May Honorariums
Carla Angle
Chief Mark Boatright
Pat Bogue
Mary Davis
Jon Hankenhoff
Emma Lawson
Frank Schwegman and Judy Heavin-Schwegman
Jacob Simms
Debi Ware
Nate Woods
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GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY WE LOVE
The following individuals made a contribution during the month of May
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1822 Studios
Adam and Emili Warwas
Amazon Smile Foundation
Lisa Ash Dannie Bennett
Michael and Sherri Bergum
Joe Bowman
Patty Broyles
Maribeth Burton-Taylor
Mark and Becky Davisson
Christina Marie Quine Espiritu
Nick and Amber Estelle
Stephanie Garrett
Bob and Erika Gilman
Kenon and AJ Gray
Abby Haworth
Justin Helman
Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service
John Hubbard
Kelci Laster
Dr. John D. Lee
Kathryn Lorton
Amy, Sarah, and Sam Maddy
Magna Machine & Tool Inc.
Beverly Matthews
Donald McNeil
John F. Miller
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Nathan and Melissa Millikan
Frederick Morris
Audrey O'Malia
Eva Patton
Ralph and Dana Jones
Robert and Barbara Miller
Sandra Sahlberg
Kirk Saint Jr.
Anita Smiley
Amy Stoner
Arlen Stovall
James and Linda Sweigart
The Gemini Insurance Agency, LLC
Levi Thompson
Austin and Rashelle Thoms
Town of Lewisville
Town of Mooreland
Paul and Sherry Trainor
Walter P. Chrysler High School Class of 1965
Daniel and Debi Ware
Christopher and Lindsey Wilkey
Charles and Emma Willis
Ralph and Ruth Ann Willis
Mary Willis
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President and Executive Director
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Amber
Communication and Donor Engagement Manager
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Communication and Marketing Intern
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Office Manager and
Accounting Assistant
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Henry County Community Foundation
700 South Memorial Drive
PO Box 6006
New Castle, IN 47362
765.529.2235
info@henrycountycf.org
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