Via WISH-TV: INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A local mission to help adults and families build literacy is getting a significant financial boost to improve health outcomes across central Indiana. Indy Reads has received a $150,000 grant from The MolinaCares Accord, in partnership with Molina Healthcare of Indiana, to design and pilot a new health literacy program. Ruba … Read more
MolinaCares announced a $150,000 grant to Indy Reads to develop new curricula that help adult students better understand healthcare — from talking to doctors, to managing health conditions, to encouraging individuals to take an active role in improving their health.
Ruba Marshood, Indy Reads Chief Executive Officer, was named 2026 Exceptional Nonprofit Executive of the Year, an honor recognizing individuals who exemplify leadership within the nonprofit sector.
Indy Reads seeks a strategic Vice President of Advancement to lead and grow a comprehensive fund development program encompassing grants, individual giving, corporate support, board engagement, and visibility—during a pivotal period of organizational growth.
Program Provides $400K in Grants & Leadership Training to Expand Critical Services Locally INDIANAPOLIS, November 13, 2025 – Bank of America has named Indy Reads and LISC Indianapolis as its 2025 Neighborhood Builders® for their work to address workforce literacy and economic opportunity. Bank of America’s signature Neighborhood Builders program continues to be one of … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS, September 8, 2025 – Indy Reads, a nonprofit focused on adult English literacy in central Indiana, is thrilled to announce that the organization has been named a 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program Successful Practice Honoree. The Literacy Awards Program, established by the Library of Congress in 2013, recognizes organizations in the United … Read more
We are pleased to announce that Indy Reads’ 2025 Fundraising Breakfast: Unlocking Our Potential presented by Electric Plus held on April 24, 2025 was a success!
INDIANAPOLIS, April 10, 2025 – Indy Reads, a nonprofit focused on adult English literacy in central Indiana, is excited to share the success of its pilot program with Electric Plus. Through this initiative, 25 employees have enhanced their skills with Indy Reads’ innovative curriculum. This 12-week pilot course offered more than 80 hours of instruction, … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS, December 3, 2024 – Indy Reads received a $100,000 grant from Glick Philanthropies to support their efforts to meet the rapidly growing demand for their personalized adult education classes, serving the most beginning level learner and beyond. Glick Philanthropies – a family of charitable initiatives dedicated to building community and creating opportunity that empowers … Read more
Indy Reads announces FY2024-2025 Board of Directors including three new members.