What was the catalyst for Habit of the Heart ?
Here is a quick perspective from one of the original founders – Jeri Brown:
In 2000 a group of women met informally at Dave’s All American Pizza to learn about philanthropy.
Connecting With Women was the first name with a goal to involve women in Hendricks County with Philanthropy. Money was made and the grassroots of Habit of the Heart was started.
2001 with 7 committee members the first fundraising event was held at the Gazebo at Prestwick Country Club.
2004 committee membership doubled and amount raised was significant.
2005 another milestone, committee initiates its own permanent fund in the Community Foundation and a 2 day event is started and weekend nets $20,000.
Fast forward to 2015—committee now 46 members and $80,000 was raised. Many children have been helped by what was established by a few women 15 years ago.
2016—I can truthfully say, I would never have believed that all the things that have been accomplished by the women in Hendricks County for women and children since that meeting in 2000. It takes all of us here today plus that committee of 7 to make this happen.
Let us continue the good work of a few good women in Hendricks County!
Sign up for tables on September 16th on the Habit of the Heart facebook page!
Sign up to be a “Community Partner” and let’s keep growing to continue the dream that turned into reality.