NEW ALBANY, Ind. – The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana (CFSI) will celebrate 35 years
of philanthropy, partnership, and community impact with Carrying It Forward, a special anniversary
event on Thursday, June 11 at The Vista at Origin Park in Clarksville.
The evening will feature a fireside conversation with internationally recognized explorer, author, and
Louisville philanthropist Tori Murden McClure, moderated by Angie Fenton of Extol Media. Guests
will hear stories from McClure’s groundbreaking journey as the first woman and first American to row
solo across the Atlantic Ocean, along with reflections on perseverance, leadership, community support,
and philanthropy.
Held at The Vista at Origin Park, the event will also mark one of the first major celebrations hosted at
the region’s newest riverfront venue.
“For 35 years, the Community Foundation has worked alongside generous donors, nonprofit partners,
and community leaders to address needs, create opportunities, and invest in the long-term strength of
Clark and Floyd counties,” said Linda Speed, CFSI President and CEO. “This anniversary is not only a
celebration of our Foundation’s history, but of the people and communities we are privileged to serve.
We are proud of what has been accomplished together over the past three and a half decades, and we are
excited about what we can continue to build for future generations.”
The evening will include hearty hors d’oeuvres from local favorite Stumler’s Catering, alcoholic and
non-alcoholic beverage options, networking opportunities with community and business leaders, and
stories highlighting the Foundation’s impact throughout Southern Indiana.
Tickets for Carrying It Forward are $25 per person. All sales will benefit the Community Impact Fund,
which allows the Foundation to respond to emerging opportunities and challenges across Clark and
Floyd counties through strategic grantmaking and community investment.
Since its founding in 1991, CFSI has awarded more than $78 million dollars in grants and scholarships
supporting education, nonprofit organizations, community development, and strategic initiatives
throughout Clark and Floyd counties.
For more information about this event, please visit www.CFSouthernIndiana.com/35th-anniversary.
About CFSI
The Community Foundation of Southern Indiana was founded in 1991 as the region’s partner, resource,
and steward in philanthropy. The Foundation manages $171 million in charitable assets and
approximately 285 individual funds – each of which supports the unique charitable intent of the donor
who established the fund. Annually, the Foundation awards millions in grants and scholarships and is a
National Standards certified community foundation. For more information about the Community
Foundation, contact 812-948-4662 or visit www.cfsouthernindiana.com.
