Grant Office Hours
2024-12-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event, Virtual Event
Are you new to grant writing and want to learn more about the opportunities? Working on a grant and want another set of eyes to review your potential submission? Need help researching potential grants for your organization? John Boner Neighborhood Centers is offering grant “office hours” with our Director of Grants, Christiana Long.
As Director of Grants, Christiana oversees and manages all of John Boner Neighborhood Centers’ grant funding efforts by exploring funding from state and federal agencies, public corporations, private foundations, and individuals. Her responsibilities include leading the organization’s funding strategy and drafting grant proposals by developing narrative, assisting in budget creation and program design, logic models, and submission. To date, Christiana has helped secure more than $25.4 million in funding for for the organization.
If you are new to grants, a young nonprofit organization, or an individual looking to learn about grants – feel free to schedule a time to connect with Christiana.
Office Hours will include:

Overall introduction to grants
Narrative construction, do’s and don’ts
Grant research and overview of grant types available
How to identify a grant opportunity is right for you or your organization
Real-time feedback on drafted grant prior to submission
Searching for data and supporting research, how these elements can strengthen a grant proposal
Submitting a proposal to a funder
Program development and planning support

During office hours Christiana cannot write or edit your grant application, prepare supporting materials or provide outside grant writing services.
Upcoming Office Hours every Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. EST.
Meeting are available in 30-minute increments. Book a time during office hours through this link.

Gateway + Empower Series
2024-12-10 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-17 10:00 - 13:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Discover the Gateway + Empower series! This series is hosted weekly in the Computer Lab and no registration is required. For more information email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org.

Discover JBNC services
Assess your personal needs
Connect with JBNC staff and programs
Learn job readiness skills
Gain financial literacy basics
Career development insights

Financial Literacy Sessions: Credit
2025-01-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-03 10:00 - 11:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Build Your Credit, Build Your Future!
Join us for our Financial Literary series and learn how to build a stronger financial foundation.
Our credit sessions will empower you with the knowledge and tools to:

Understand the factors that impact your credit score
Learn how to obtain and review your credit report
Discover effective strategies for building credit from scratch or repairing existing credit
Avoid common credit mistakes that can lower your score

Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Pathways to Your Financial Destination
2025-01-11 09:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-08 09:00 - 12:30, 2025-03-08 09:00 - 12:30 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Learn how to triple your savings, repair and build credit, set financial goals, develop spending plans, and more. Discussions and exercises during class will improve your financial well-being and allow you to reach your dreams. There is no cost to attend. Register here: https://vcc.jbncenters.org/event/pathways-classes
Questions? Contact your Case Manager or Sharon Brashears, Financial Coach, 317-808-2335
*Must attend the whole session to receive your certificate.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-01-13 09:30 - 2025-01-17 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/k8di4pv5LE
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Financial Literacy Sessions: Budget
2025-01-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Master Your Money: Learn to Budget
Join us for our Financial Literary series and learn how to build a stronger financial foundation.
Our budget sessions will empower you with the knowledge and tools to:

Tracking your income and expenses
Setting realistic financial goals
Creating a personalized budget
Tips for sticking to your budget

Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Employer Spotlight Sessions
2025-01-24 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-21 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-21 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-04 11:00 - 14:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
The Employer Spotlight is a monthly event that will highlight a different industry and employers. All sessions are from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and are FREE to attend.
Featured companies will:

Showcase their mission, values, and workplace culture.
Highlight current and future job openings.
Discuss skills and education needed
Allow you to build connections to further your career

Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-01-27 09:30 - 2025-01-31 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/6BP6qU5uqE
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-02-03 09:30 - 2025-02-07 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/XsHq4JWKNq
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-02-24 09:30 - 2025-02-28 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/8i61wnRj9B
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Parent Cafe: Curious George: Motivating the Whole Child to Stay Engaged & Curious
2025-02-27 17:30 - 20:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Join us for our monthly Parent Cafe. The topic is Curious George: Motivating the Whole Child to Stay Engaged & Curious.
Fostering curiosity in your child can be challenging, buit it’s one of the most rewarding things you can do as a parent. Join us for an engaging and interactive cafe where we’ll explore:

How you are currently encouraging curiosity in your child.
Ideas from peers on what’s working for them.
Exciting new strategies and activities to insprire your child’s natural wonder!

Don’t miss this chance to share, learn, and leave with fresh ideas to spark curiosity in your child.
Dinner and childcare are provided. RSVP so we can plan.
About Parent Cafés | For Parents. By Parents. With Parents.
Providing a safe, nurturing environment for parents to have intimate, authentic conversations about their families and ways to strengthen their families and communities.

What to expect at each café

Welcome & Agreements
1-on-1 conversations with other parents
Facilitated conversations on parent-selected topics
Goal and commitment setting
Debrief highlighting ‘Aha!’ moments and what you learned
In-Person: Childcare & dinner provided
Virtual: Attendees will receive a restaurant gift card after attending

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-03-10 09:30 - 2025-03-14 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/FbbtpcCF6n
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-03-24 09:30 - 2025-03-28 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/GR17qdzYFq
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-04-14 09:30 - 2025-04-18 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/9JUQrriVLy
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Homebuyer Workshop presented by Elements Financial
2025-04-16 18:00 - 19:30 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Join us for a Homebuyer Workshop and learn:

First steps for your home purchase
Keys to unlocking your dream
Understanding the home buying process
Benefits and costs of homeownership
Next steps in the process

Refreshments will be served, there is no cost to attend. To learn more or register email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org.

Career Readiness Workshop
2025-04-21 09:30 - 2025-04-25 16:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Whether you are preparing for your first job or seeking a career change, this workshop will provide practical tips and insights to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with essential skills for career success. Learn how to build a compelling resume, ace interviews, and develop a strong professional presence.
Key Workshop Highlights:

Professional resume writing
Interview preparation strategies
Networking and professional etiquette

Who Should Attend:
Those who are currently under-employed or unemployed and would like further skills training, certification, and licensing. students, recent graduates, and professionals looking to enhance their career readiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and take your career to the next level!
*Earn $100 for perfect attendance for the entire workshop!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/dkUgYAy1PB
Questions? Email financialsuccess@jbncenters.org for more information.

Parent Cafe: Early Learning: Building Blocks to Success
2025-04-24 17:30 - 20:00 | John Boner Neighborhood Centers, 2236 E. 10th St., Indianapolis, 46205, United States
Join us for our monthly Parent Cafe. The topic is Early Learning: Building Block to Success. The first 5 years of a child’s life, their brains are like sponges. Why not use that time to build a foundation for future learning and life success. ECE (Early Childhood Education) helps your child develop skills that will benefit them not only in school, but in life.
Dinner and childcare are provided. RSVP so we can plan.
About Parent Cafés | For Parents. By Parents. With Parents.
Providing a safe, nurturing environment for parents to have intimate, authentic conversations about their families and ways to strengthen their families and communities.

What to expect at each café

Welcome & Agreements
1-on-1 conversations with other parents
Facilitated conversations on parent-selected topics
Goal and commitment setting
Debrief highlighting ‘Aha!’ moments and what you learned
In-Person: Childcare & dinner provided
Virtual: Attendees will receive a restaurant gift card after attending
