April 2023: A Perspective Piece on BBF's Commitment, Q&A with Minnetrista’s new President & CEO and more.
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Our Commitment: Muncie, Indiana and Place-Based Grantmaking - A Perspective Piece from Jud Fisher
Change doesn't happen overnight.
At Ball Brothers Foundation, we are laser-focused on localized grantmaking. Our recently updated strategic plan reaffirms our long-standing commitment to Muncie, Delaware County, and East Central Indiana—the place where the Ball brothers lived, worked, and raised their families when they moved to Muncie over a century ago. Ball Brothers Foundation is humbled to be a part of so many revitalization efforts over the years.
As one of the state's oldest and largest foundations, we'll continue to put our dollars—and our voice—behind local and regional efforts that bolster our arts and culture scene, expand educational opportunities, support vital human services, protect the environment, improve health, and create vibrant public spaces.
The latest Perspective Piece by Jud Fisher dives deeper into our board's commitment to place-based grantmaking.
Meet Brian Statz, Minnetrista’s New President & CEO
In January of this year, Minnetrista Museum and Gardens welcomed Brian Statz as its new President & CEO. Since its establishment over 30 years ago, Ball Brothers Foundation has provided annual funding to help support the Museum and Gardens’ operations. Ball Brothers Foundation sat down with Brian for a Q&A to learn more about his initial feelings about Muncie and what he finds exciting about his work with Minnetrista so far.
Before applying, Brian had visited Minnetrista and was in awe of its beauty and possibilities. When asked why he was interested in the position, Brian pointed around and stated, “just look at this place— everyone should have a Minnetrista.”
Ball Brothers Foundation Shares Insights on WMUN 92.5 FM
Jud Fisher, Ball Brothers Foundation President & CEO, spoke with Steve Lindell on WMUN 92.5 FM, The Talk of Muncie, about the upcoming 100th anniversary of the foundation, the new strategic plan, and more.
Reflecting on the impact grantmaking has had in the community over the years, Jud Fisher stated, “It’s an honor and privilege to work with all our partners. Watching the successes of organizations and attempts to make Muncie-Delaware County and East Central Indiana a better place to live has been amazing.”
