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June 24, 2026
“Nice to meet you”: Introducing your advisors to the CICF team
For donors aged 70½ and older, an effective charitable giving tool available is the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD.
June 24, 2026
All that and more: Your DAF may surprise you
For donors aged 70½ and older, an effective charitable giving tool available is the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD.
June 24, 2026
A moment to meet: Philanthropy’s crucial role
For donors aged 70½ and older, an effective charitable giving tool available is the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD.
May 26, 2026
What we Learned at TEDxIndianapolis’ “Generosity for a New Era” Salon
How can we spark generosity in our own lives and throughout our region? That was the question at-hand at the recent TEDxIndianapolis Salon, “Generosity for a New Era,” hosted in partnership with Central Indianapolis Community Foundation.
May 21, 2026
Philanthropy starts with a love of humanity
The word “philanthropy” comes from Greek roots, translating to a “love of humanity”. At its heart, philanthropy reflects a deeply personal desire to help others, strengthen community and make a difference in ways that matter to you.
May 21, 2026
No Matter How You Give, We Can Help You Give Intentionally
Whether you’re just getting started, giving consistently or thinking about long-term legacy planning, our team can help you shape a charitable plan that fits your priorities and evolves alongside your life. 
May 21, 2026
Balancing gifts to heirs with the community’s future
Many families today are rethinking traditional estate planning approaches. Rather than automatically passing all assets to heirs, some donors are considering how their wealth can support both future generations and the long-term wellbeing of the communities they care about.
May 20, 2026
Indiana Students Still Believe in Education. Too Many Can’t Enroll. What the Data Means and How Our Community Can Help.
Taken together, these trends clarify where Central Indiana can focus next, from scholarship design to employer support and community partnerships that help more students follow through on their plans. 
May 5, 2026
Quality of Place Drives Quality of Life: Evidence to Attract Support for Placemaking and Beautification in Central Indiana
As financial resources tighten, donors’ attention naturally turns to what feels most immediate – food, housing, and health, for example.
May 4, 2026
Jennifer Bartenbach: We need clearly defined roles for Indiana’s public, private, and nonprofit sectors
A post-tax-season guide from the CICF Collaborative on smarter charitable giving. Learn three common donor regrets and practical fixes: donating appreciated assets, bunching gifts, and getting documentation right.
April 22, 2026
Tax season debrief: Three common regrets
A post-tax-season guide from CICF on smarter charitable giving. Learn three common donor regrets and practical fixes: donating appreciated assets, bunching gifts, and getting documentation right.
April 22, 2026
Charitable giving, due diligence, and how we can help
Get practical guidance on charitable giving and due diligence from CICF. Learn how our team helps donors find trusted nonprofits, understand local needs, vet organizations, and build a confident giving strategy that reflects your values.
March 27, 2026
When a Gift Isn’t a Check, We Can Still Help
Most charitable gifts are simple: you write a check, click “donate,” or send a stock transfer. But every so often, generosity shows up in a form that’s a little more complex.  Recently, one of our nonprofit partners, FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic, found themselves in that exact moment.
March 26, 2026
Oriana Fuenmayor: A Scholarship Story of Ambition, Opportunity, and Community Confidence
At a time when Indiana is seeing a decline in students pursuing higher education, stories like Oriana’s remind us why scholarship support matters.
March 23, 2026
Building your charitable plan, brick by brick
You do not need all the answers to begin giving more intentionally. This article shows how CICF helps donors take the first/next step – from opening a fund to shaping a longer-term charitable plan over time.
March 23, 2026
Why 2026 is different: Four tax-time reminders
New tax rules make charitable planning more nuanced in 2026. This article previews how CICF can help donors and their advisors think through deductions, documentation, QCDs, and giving strategies with greater clarity.
March 23, 2026
Women and philanthropy: Impact across generations
This article highlights how CICF helps donors structure giving in ways that reflect their values, involve future generations, and create lasting impact.
February 20, 2026
A Fun(d) Refresher
Whether you are considering establishing your first fund with the community foundation or considering adding another fund to complement the ones you already have, it can be helpful to step back and consider how different options support different goals. 
February 20, 2026
Eye on the storms: Keep giving
Charitable plans can outgrow the paperwork. If you have a donor-advised fund with CICF, it is a great idea to meet with our team once a year to review where things stand.
February 20, 2026
Your charitable intentions: Plan to plan!
Charitable plans can outgrow the paperwork. If you have a donor-advised fund with CICF, it is a great idea to meet with our team once a year to review where things stand.
Your Philanthropic Advising Team

Meet the knowledgeable team dedicated to amplifying your giving

Our Philanthropic Advising Team includes experts in charitable giving, legacy planning, and the Central Indiana community. We’re here to support you with thoughtful guidance and personalized strategies that align your giving with the causes that matter most to you. Our goal is to help ensure your philanthropy feels meaningful and fulfilling.

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Ben Tebbe
Senior Philanthropic Advisor
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Brandon Stover
Giving Strategies Associate
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Janeen Butler
Director of Scholarship Programs
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Jennifer Turner
Vice President of Philanthropy
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Joanna Nixon
Manager, Efroymson Family Fund
Josie Frey
Philanthropic Advisor
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Julian Edwards
Philanthropic Advisor
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Mina Moussa
Philanthropic & Non-Profit Services Associate
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Morgan Meyer
Scholarships Officer
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Nora Dietz-Kilen
Senior Philanthropic Advisor
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Reiya Davis
Philanthropic Advisor
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Robin Elmerick
Senior Director of Effective Philanthropy
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