RCCF Awards $22,000 In Hillenbrand Partner with Possibility Grants

Four recipients received funding.

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(Ripley County, Ind.) - The Ripley County Community Foundation in partnership with Hillenbrand, Inc., is proud to announce an investment of over $22,000 into the Batesville community through the Partner With Possibility Grant program. In total, $50,000 has been awarded this year to support local organizations making a meaningful impact.

Hillenbrand’s Commitment to Community

These grants are funded by Hillenbrand, a global leader in engineered industrial solutions, as part of their commitment to corporate and social responsibility. Partnering with the Ripley County Community Foundation demonstrates the company’s commitment to creating positive, lasting change.

“As a Hillenbrand employee and a board member of the Ripley County Community Foundation, I see firsthand how these grants make a difference. These grants go beyond financial support—they embody Hillenbrand’s commitment to partnering with local organizations to improve communities and lives. By working together, we can create a safer, healthier, and more inclusive Ripley County for everyone,” said Megan Walke, Ripley County Community Foundation Board Member and Hillenbrand interim Chief Financial Officer.

Hillenbrand strategically selects partners that align with its Purpose and Core Values, focusing on four key areas of impact: Health and Safety, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Education and Trade Skills, and the Environment.

The most recent Hillenbrand Partner With Possibility Grant recipients are:

• New Horizons Rehabilitation ($5,220): Funds will be used to purchase new front entry security doors, enhancing safety and accessibility while fostering a secure and inclusive environment for clients and community members
• Southeastern Indiana Economic Development Corporation ($5,150): Supports the SIEOC Navigators program, which assists uninsured individuals in understanding and enrolling in state and federal health programs, improving health and well-being for Batesville residents.
• Southeastern Indiana YMCA ($6,890): Enables the purchase of ADA-compliant stairs for the indoor swimming pool, promoting inclusivity, health, and safety for all YMCA participants.
• St. Louis Catholic School ($5,150): Funds will allow for the installation of updated standardized signage, improving safety and accessibility by ensuring clear and consistent navigation throughout the school.

These grants were made possible by Hillenbrand, Inc. and help the company live up to its Core Values and fulfill its Purpose to Shape What Matters For Tomorrow to help create positive change.