Thursday, December 12th, 6:30 pm
The Giving Gala is a night to dream outside the desk and support our school by putting our resources behind the mission!
- Dinner catered by Baryo Authentic Filipino Cuisine
- Fine bourbon tasting provided by A Taste for Whiskey
- Live music by Kathryn Fenstermacher, harpist
- Silent auction
- Student-led tours
Gold Sponsors
Baryo Authentic Filipino Cuisine
Hoosier Technology
Event Sponsors
Dr. Tom Schroeder
Make a Financial Contribution
Make a difference by partnering with us to inspire children to achieve more than they believe is possible, see more than they know exists, and start working today toward a better tomorrow.
Inspire Academy is the first and only school at which students can get an EL Education in Muncie, Indiana. We are committed to providing students with opportunities that develop a passion for life-long learning. With the help of supporters like you, we are quickly improving our facilities. There is still work to be done on roofing, energy efficient lighting and windows, HVAC upgrades, and enhancing outdoor learning spaces. When you make a financial contribution, you help us achieve our goal!
Inspire Future Generations
We are committed to providing students with opportunities that develop a passion for life-long learning. In keeping with the ancient Hebrew proverb, we believe that children are not vessels to be filled but fires to be lit.
Dr. Thomas Schroeder Legacy Fund Literacy for All
Dr. Schroeder served for nine years on the Board of Directors, including eight years as Board Chair. He championed parental involvement in early literacy development.
Extra Curricular Scholarships
We provide athletic clubs and performing arts clubs for our students. Since a majority of our students experience poverty, a $50 participation fee can put significant strain on families. Please consider donating $50 today so economic status does not determine who can play sports or participate in theater.
Donor Honor Roll
Inspire Academy has been fortunate to receive the support of many of the citizens of Muncie and even others from across the country who believe in our vision and model of education. Their generosity has made it possible for us to provide extra enrichment to our students and is allowing us to narrow the resource gap that so many of our students face.
Patrons (CONTRIBUTE over $10,000)
Sponsors (contribute $5,001-$10,000)
- George and Frances Ball Foundation
Partners (contribute $1,501-$5,000)
- Linda & David Draper
- Ball Brothers Foundation
Mentors (contribute $501-$1,500)
- Thomas Schroeder
- Roger & Fran Nelson
- Hoosier Technology
- Robert Kersey
Advocates (contribute $101-$500)
- Delk McNally LLP
- Erin & John Heflin
- Sandra Ullom
- Emily Wiley
- Leslie Draper
- Servant HR
- Justin Whitt
- Stephen Bedi
- Yvonne Thompson
- Caitlin Hicks
- Yolanda Lloyd
- Nabil Mahboubi
- Elizabeth & Kennith Akers
- Todd Roark
- Alyia Carrigan
- Mary Wood
- Constance Fullhart
- Patrick Fassnacht
- Geraldine Marks
- Michael Crawford
- James Rediger
- Joann & Wesley Rediger
- Amy Friedeberg
- Shameka Gordon
- Ball State University Philanthropy
Friends (contribute $1-$100)
- Teresa & Randy Moore
- Donald Engle
- Chris Williams
- Nathaniel Howard
- Denise Millben-Williams
- Linda Lambert
- Michael Cowherd
- Steven & Barbara Smith
- Barbara Crookston
- Jerika Clemens
- Justus Norris
- Debbie Starost
- Sarah Helber
- Todd Roark
- Elite Page
- Eberhard Starost
- Ana Maric
- Cassandra Roberts
- Malena Hall
- Mandi Evans
- Ada Tickle
- Lesley Spencer
- Kaitlynn & Eddie Norris
- Brittany Pickett
- Dorica Watson
- Brittany Pickett
- Sarah Aldridge
- Kamma Staton
- Brandon Hayes
- Bin Jones
- Connie Cline
- Ronda Henson
- Dianna Case
- Tikeyla Price
- Laqwan Person
- Missy Kidd
- Mike Morris
- Amanda Gerhart
- Brittany Dibattiste
- Brenda Cook
- Carmen Morris
- Lou Pearcy
- Brandy Evans
- Sasha King
- Bill Jones
- Jones Family
- Connie Criswell
- Grannie & Papaw Akers
Patrons (over $10,000)
- Ball Brothers Foundation
Partners ($1501-$5000)
- Linda & David Draper
Mentors ($501-$1500)
- Hoosier Technology
- Edie & Keith Doubt
- Jen Doherty
- Robert Kersey
- Frances & Robert Nelson
- Beth & Phillip Pinegar
- Tom Schroeder
Advocates ($101-$500)
- Stephen Bedi
- Jennifer & JD Collins
- Leslie Draper
- Donald Engel
- Patrick Fassnacht
- Erin Heflin
- Austin Johnson
- Jane McDowell
- Delk McNally LLP
- Teresa Moore
- Chris Mullett
- Angela Pacheco
- JoAnn & Wesley Rediger
- Marjorie Sonstroem
- Bobby Steele
- Cheryl Stein
- Doris Taylor
- Renee and David Tyler
- Sandra Ullom
- Servant HR
- Pam & Gary Wangler
Friends (Contributions $1-$100)
- Nova & Phillip Barnes
- Kara Baugues
- Oseye Boyd
- Alyia Carrigan
- Judith & Stephen Cooper
- Michael Cowherd
- Barbara & James Crookston
- Mary & Cornelius Dollison
- Aidan Draper
- Andrea Eads
- Constance Fullhart
- Shameka Gordon
- Watasha Barnes Griffin
- William Brandon Hayes
- Sarah Heflin
- Matt Howell
- Demetria Jackson
- Courtney Jarrett
- Lisa Lachapelle
- Linda Lambert
- Beth Messner
- Brittany Pickett
- James Rediger
- Kelly Reyman
- Todd Roark
- Jerika Schultz
- Steven Smith
- Yvonne Thompson
- Ed Wolpert
Patrons (Contributions over $10,000)
- Ball Brothers Foundation
Sponsors (Contributions $5,001-$10,000)
Friends (Contributions $1-$100)
- Mary & Cornelius Dollison
- Linda Lambert
Partners (Contributions $1,501-$5,000)
- Linda & David Draper
Mentors (Contributions $501-$1,500)
- Edie & Keith Doubt
- Jen Doherty
- Frances & Robert Nelson
- Robert Kersey
- Tom Schroeder
Advocates (Contributions $101-$500)
- Marjorie Sonstroem
- Stephen Bedi
- Cheryl Stein
- Jennifer & JD Collins
- Renee and David Tyler
Patrons (Contributions over $10,000)
Sponsors (Contributions $5,001-$10,000)
Partners (Contributions $1,501-$5,000)
- Branam Family Charitable Foundation
- Dr. David Draper
Mentors (Contributions $501-$1,500)
- Jane McDowell
- Donald Engel
- Robert Kersey
- Tom Schroeder
Advocates (Contributions $101-$500)
- Cheryl Stein
- David Draper
- Elaine Miller
- John Lee
- Jennifer Collins
Friends (Contributions $1-$100)
- Brandy Grayson
- Kenneth Burris
- Angela Pacheco
- Emilie Carpenter
- David Wentland
- Casey’s General Store
- Constance Fullhart
- Phillip Barnes
- Cheryl Kneubuhler
- Edward Wolpert
- Emily Franks
- Gary Tabor
- Larry Williamson
- Marjorie Sonstroem
- Reneé Tyler
- Stephen Cooper
Patrons (Contributions over $10,000)
- The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc.
Sponsors (Contributions $5,001-$10,000)
Partners (Contributions $1,501-$5,000)
- Dr. David Draper
- PayPal Giving Fund
Mentors (Contributions $501-$1,500)
- David Wentland
- Tracy Osborne
- Fidelity Charitable- via Tracy Osbourne
- St. Lawrence Catholic Schools
- Robert Kersey
- Dr. Tom Schroeder
Advocates (Contributions $101-$500)
- Emilie Carpenter
- Kelly Reyman
- Ashley Harris
- Dr. James Rediger
- John Smith
- Dr. Andrew Draper
- Frances Nelson
- Anita Kishel
- Kim Case
- Hunter Wiseley
- Jay-Crew Landscape, Inc.
- Thompson Group
- Dr. Renae Mayes
- Todd Roark
- Staci Bemis
- Cheryl Kneubuhler
- David Jackson
- Kris Simmons
- Robin Rufatto
- Allison Robbins
- Stephen Bedi
- Eberhard Starost
- Jane McDowell
- Praxis Consulting
- Karen Gilliam
- Roger Nelson
Friends (Contributions $1-$100)
- Inspire Academy 4th Grade Crew
- Best Buy Employee Giving Program
- Jerome Zurin
- Jane Rinker
- Schaivon Nevings
- Edmond Davis
- Darla Brown
- AmazonSmile Foundation
- John Branies
- Erik Baugues
- Anitra Davis
- Kelly Dezman
- Ann Stegelman
- Ashley Cutcher-Smith
- James Heuston
- Molly Wilhite
- Valerie Hurwitz
- Christian Badar
- Mary Dollison
- Cathy Hargis
- John Branies
- Annette Walters
- Edward Wolpert
- Larry Williamson
- Constance Fullhart
- Leo Robinson
- David Willard
- Dr. Ron Sloan
- Michael Jessup
Patrons (Contributions over $10,000)
- Ball Brothers Foundation
Sponsors (Contributions $5,001-$10,000)
- Josh Block and Block Imaging
Partners (Contributions $1,501-$5,000)
- Aaron Fisher
Mentors (Contributions $501-$1,500)
- Adlai and Amanda Chester
- Dr. David Draper
- EL Education, Inc.
- Karen Gilliam
- Muncie By5
- Network For Good
Advocates (Contributions $101-$500)
- Russell Wood
Friends (Contributions $1-$100)
- AmazonSmile Foundation
- Anonymous
- Kelly Archey
- Stephen Cooper
- David P. Gilliam &
- Associates Inc. (in memoriam Lowell E. Cline)
- Dr. and Mrs. Ted Fullhart
- Robert Kersey
- Jack and Peggy Maynard
- Jennifer Miles
- Veronica Starrett
- Renee K. and David W. Tyler
- Levi Williams
- Edward M. Wolpert
