Kendrick Foundation

05/23/2026

Join the YMCA of Morgan County for their Morgan in Motion 5K walk/run on Wednesday, May 27! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️This special event is in partnership with Morgan County Mental Health Task Force in recognition of Mental Health Month.

Lace up your shoes, wear your green, and come out to support both your physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you walk or run, it’s a great opportunity to connect with others, enjoy the outdoors, and take a positive step toward better health—inside and out.

05/22/2026

Thanks so much to everyone who joined the Morgan County Mental Health Task Force and our amazing community partners for the Morgan County Goes Green challenge last Friday. We loved seeing everyone come together, show their support, and have a little fun along the way. 💚💚💚

We are grateful to be part of such a supportive and caring community. Thanks for helping us “go green” and shine a light on mental health. 🧠💚

05/22/2026

The 2026-27 competitive grant cycle closes TODAY @ 4:00 p.m. (EDT)!

If your organization is working to improve the health of Morgan County residents—especially in the areas of mental health, substance use, and/or physical activity and nutrition—visit kendrickfoundation.org/grants/ to learn more and apply. 💻

Applications close this Friday, May 22, at 4:00 p.m. (EDT).

05/20/2026

Join us for the Active Living Workshop on June 3 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This workshop is for anyone who cares about Morgan County and the ways to stay active.

🍽️ Free lunch provided.
🤝In partnership with the Morgan County Health Department, Indiana Department of Health, Health by Design, and Indiana Department of Transportation.

👉Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/active-living-workshop-morgan-county?fbclid=IwY2xjawR67KJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0RkV2M3l5NzJHT2pxTEtqc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtBdhjOeixKT_1N-gDm8ynNitRB8ZACJxyXRG-hvQb6HPh4B0cPlT2o8iem8_aem_d8ZQM6vKuB7j9kjl4hdwBg

What makes a neighborhood walkable? Why do some streets invite you out while others keep you in your car? Morgan County, let’s talk about it. Join the Morgan County Health Department, Health by Design, and state agency partners on June 3rd for an Active Living Workshop at the Morgan County Administrative Building. From 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, you’ll hear from experts, dig into real project examples, and hit the sidewalks for a walk audit to see your community through fresh eyes.
Whether you’re a planner, public health pro, elected official, or just someone who cares about how Morgan County is growing, this day is for you. Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/active-living-workshop-morgan-county
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05/20/2026

We are approaching the close of our 2026-27 competitive grant cycle.

If your organization is working to improve the health of Morgan County residents—especially in the areas of mental health, substance use, and/or physical activity and nutrition—visit kendrickfoundation.org/grants/ to learn more and apply. 💻

Applications close this Friday, May 22, at 4:00 p.m. (EDT).

05/19/2026

May is National Bike Month, promoted by the League of American Bicyclists and celebrated in communities from coast to coast. Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking a try. 🚲🚲🚲

Whether you’re riding for fun, fitness, or with family, or taking essential trips to work or shop, you are part of the movement for safer streets, connected communities, a healthier planet, and happier people.

05/18/2026

💚 There is still time to join the Morgan County Mental Health Task Force and its partners for A.I.D. — Awareness. Interaction. Direction.
This 90-minute training will help participants recognize signs of mental distress, respond with care, and connect people to helpful resources.

Together, we can build more support, more understanding, and more good days in Morgan County. 💚

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morgan-county-aid-training-awareness-interaction-direction-tickets-1987410498300?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&keep_tld=true

05/15/2026

Are you participating in our Morgan County Goes Green challenge TODAY?! Comment below or send your pictures to mcmentalhealthtaskforce@gmail.com.
Mental health is important, and by joining together, we are advocating for mental health. 💚💚💚

05/14/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW! May is , and we invite you to join us for the second year of our Morgan County Goes Green challenge!

Did you know that one in five Americans will experience a diagnosable mental health condition this year? In Morgan County, 20% of adults report frequent mental distress, 32% report feelings of loneliness, and 23% report they lack social and emotional support.

Mental health is important, and by joining together, we are advocating for mental health.

As the official color for mental health awareness, green represents renewal, hope, and vitality. Wearing green, whether it’s a complete outfit, a simple green awareness bracelet or lighting up our building, symbolizes unwavering support for mental health.

05/14/2026

💚May is Mental Health Month, and this month the Morgan County Mental Health Task Force and its partners will be featured in The Morgan County Correspondent Morgan County Correspondent as part of a series. This week you’ll learn more from Liz Stirn of Guided Vision Consulting about youth mental health and the resources available through partnerships with our community schools, Adult and Child Health , Centerstone, and Youth First, Inc. Read the article here: https://morgancountycorrespondent.com/2026/05/14/investing-in-the-hearts-and-minds-of-local-youth/

05/14/2026

The Kendrick Foundation is proud to celebrate the YMCA of Morgan County as they mark 65 years of service to our community.

From strengthening families and promoting healthy living to creating spaces where individuals of all ages feel welcomed and supported, the YMCA has long been a cornerstone of well-being in Morgan County. As a valued Kendrick Foundation grantee, their impact reaches far beyond their walls—building connections, fostering resilience, and improving lives every day.

Today, on “Why We Love the Y” Day, we join the community in recognizing the countless ways the YMCA makes Morgan County stronger.

Happy 65th anniversary to the YMCA of Morgan County —and thank you for all you do.

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