100th Running Host Committee Offers Grants to Support Life Enriching Civic Programs for Indiana Residents

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INDIANAPOLIS (February 24, 2016) – The 500 Gives Back Committee, part of the 100^th Running Host Committee, is offering $50,000 in grants to Indiana community organizations. The grants are intended to turbo charge new or established events, programs or place-making that will enrich the lives of Hoosiers and leverage the celebration around the 100^th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil.

As we approach the milestone 100^th Running of the Indianapolis 500, the 500 Gives Back Program strives to create a lasting legacy within Indiana by lifting up organizations that heighten civic pride, create cultural connections, foster social engagement and stimulate education. The 500 Gives Back grants are available to qualified, Indiana-based nonprofit organizations, public schools and government agencies. Grant size will vary, with maximum grant of $5,000.00. The deadline to submit grant applications is 11:59 pm ET on March 16, 2016. The grant application and extended eligibility requirements are available HERE.

The 100^th Running Host Committee is part of the 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs celebrating the legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and fostering a positive impact throughout the Hoosier state, working in tandem with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame museum. The Host Committee includes 12 full volunteer committees and 40 sub-committees with hundreds of enthusiastic community volunteers. These individuals are charged with working together to celebrate and leverage the 100^th Running by enhancing the quality of life for all Hoosiers, elevating the image of the State of Indiana, heightening civic pride, creating cultural connection, enabling social impact and stimulating education.

For more information on the host committee and a list of upcoming events, go to: www.500Festival.com/100thRunningor search #100RunningHC on social media.

The 100^th Running Host Committee is made possible through generous contributions from Indiana businesses and foundations. Current donors include: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield; BKD, LLP; CNO Financial Group; CSO Architects, Inc.; Duke Realty; Eli Lilly and Company; Emmis Communications; F.A. Wilhelm Construction Company; Hulman & Company Foundation, Inc.; Indiana Economic Development Corporation; Indiana Chemical Trust; Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever; Indiana University Health; Indianapolis Colts; Indianapolis Power & Light Company; JPMorgan Chase; JW Marriott Indianapolis; KAR Auction Services; Kathy and Al Hubbard; Kite Realty Group; LDI, Ltd. / Lacy Foundation; Lucas Oil Products; MacAllister Machinery Co.; Monarch Beverage, Inc.; PNC; Salesforce; Sport Graphics; St. Elmo Steak House / Harry & Izzy’s ; St. Vincent; The Heritage Group; The Indianapolis Foundation, a CICF Affiliate ; Vectren Corporation; Venture Logistics; Visit Indy and Zink Distributing Company.

About 2016

2016 is a once-in-a-generation year for Hoosiers. Along with the 100^th Running of the Indy 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil, the State will celebrate its bicentennial, the 60^th IPL 500 Festival Parade and the 40^th OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon. Hoosiers and racing fans will also mark 50 years of Team Penske in racing. 

About the 500 Festival

Founded in 1957, the 500 Festival is a not-for-profit organization that produces more than 50 life-enriching events and programs while celebrating the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and fostering positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana. One of the largest festivals in the nation, each year more than half a million people attend an event or program produced by the 500 Festival. Since its founding, the 500 Festival has contributed more than $350 million in economic value to Indianapolis. To learn more about the 500 Festival, please visit www.500festival.com, follow us on Twitter @500festival, or on Facebook.

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Sabrina List, Vice President, Marketing & Communication

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