Founded in 2004, The Power of One is a 501-c(3) not-for-profit located in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Following is a brief history of the organization.

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2004

The Power of One was founded to support an orphanage in Eldoret, Kenya.

 

2011

The mission was expanded to fund programs beyond the orphanage

  • Initial funding was given to Hoosier-based small grant projects in the most impoverished areas of the world (up to six $5,000 grants annually)

  • Newsletters were developed/disseminated sharing the highlights of our funded projects

  • Grant application packets/review processes were developed

 

2013

First Strategic Plan developed to refine mission, core values, vision, and key strategies for advancing The Power of One

 

2014

Hosted first successful friend/fundraiser, featuring the work of our grantees

 

2015

Expanded Board of Directors with three new board members.

Launched website and enhanced essential organizational infrastructure

 

2016

Founding Board Member, Marty Moore died. (May 22nd)

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OUR HISTORY