About
Building Community on the Near Eastside of Indianapolis
Who We Are
Our Vision
The Near Eastside is a vibrant, thriving, welcoming community.
Our Mission
John Boner Neighborhood Centers inspires neighbors and partners to improve the quality of life on the Near Eastside by providing tools for change and growth.
Our Values
- We hold an unshakable belief in the power of individuals and communities to create change that promote a shared destiny, social justice, and equality.
- We work to build a community where people want to live, work, and leave an impact.
- We ensure a welcoming and active environment for community residents, programs and services, and partners that will facilitate relationship development.
- The ability to impact the quality of life on the Near Eastside is defined by the breadth and depth of collaboration with partners.
- We are a community where residents set the agenda for the neighborhood and individuals define success.
- The center leverages resources and demonstrates good stewardship of investments within this community.
- Cultivation of leadership is the ability to attract, retain, and develop individuals.
Our History
It started with a card table and two folding chairs.
In 1971, a group of neighbors on the Near Eastside of Indianapolis determined the need for a neighborhood service center. With the community’s help, John Boner and Richard Moore set up a small, makeshift office on East 10th Street; and that’s where the Near Eastside Multi-Service Center was born. Over the years, this philosophy has inspired the creation of services and programs in response to the changing needs within our community.
A few years later, in 1994, the Near Eastside Multi-Service Center was renamed as the John Boner Neighborhood Centers, in honor of John Boner’s unwavering dedication to the community.
Growing with the community
Today, the John Boner Neighborhood Centers is a 501(c)3 social services and community development organization serving residents living in the community.
The energy, commitment, and dedication of center staff is the driving force behind our success and the unique opportunities offered to our neighbors. Through programs, services, and community development initiatives, staff help to inspire and support those who are committed to thriving towards an improved quality of life: Not just for themselves, but for the community they live in.
We believe that neighborhood-driven efforts are essential in developing a healthy, thriving, and vibrant community. We provide numerous tools for change and growth for our residents and community partners. Through our work, we hope to inspire and foster change to improve the lives of those we serve.
