Big hearts, community leaders, and visionaries. When we think about nonprofits, these types of monikers come to mind. Nonprofits are often the driving force in our society and work tirelessly to champion causes close to their hearts and ours. These three Carmel-based organizations are dedicated to serving the public good by addressing various social, economic, and educational issues. Their work relies on the support of volunteers and community members to make a difference, as they often operate with limited resources. Their deep sense of passion and commitment to making the world a better place brightens the futures of those they serve and the communities they call home. Often, their missions rely on the kindness and generosity of donors who share their vision for a better world. Today, we can easily become disconnected to this work, so it is more important than ever to honor and appreciate the unwavering commitment of our communities' nonprofits. Here are a few of our favorites from around Carmel.
The Children’s TherAplay Foundation
Children's TherAplay is a licensed therapy facility providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy to children with disabilities. Using horses (hippotherapy) as a tool for accelerating physical, emotional, and behavioral development, TherAplay has been treating children aged 18 months to 13 years for over 20 years. Some transformational outcomes include children with mobility limitations taking their first steps and non-verbal children speaking their first words.
Carmel Swim Club
More than just a swimming club, CSC is a community-driven organization with a national presence. Guided by its mission statement of "teaching excellence through swimming, for life," nearly 500 young athletes aged 6-18 participate in the competitive team each week. Since 1973, CSC's highly-trained and decorated coaching staff have been dedicated to nurturing and developing young people in central Indiana to lead successful and fulfilling lives.
Give a Note
Founded in 2011 in partnership with the National Association for Music Education, this organization was created to strengthen music education opportunities for all students. Their unique grant system offers direct financial support to schools, empowering them to allocate funds where they are needed most, like introducing new music classes, purchasing musical instruments or providing equipment for concerts. Every contribution provide students with the transformative advantages of music education.