On Wednesday, Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ Student Life and IvyCares teams hosted the Basic Needs Resource Fair, bringing together 19 community organizations—including the Immigrant Welcome Center, United Way, PACE, Gleaners Food Bank, EmployIndy, and others—to connect students with vital support services.
More than 100 students attended the event, engaging with vendors who provided information on rental and utility assistance, food access, employment opportunities, workshops, and more. Students also enjoyed hourly raffles between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., culminating in a grand prize drawing for an electric bike, generously donated by the INDT 260 – Projects in Manufacturing class. Congratulations to Noah, an Ivy Tech student and the lucky winner of the bike!
Looking ahead, IvyCares and Student Life will host the Mental Health Resource Fair on November 18 at Ivy Tech Fairbanks in Lawrence from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. With 10 vendors already confirmed, this event will focus on connecting students to mental health and wellness resources available in the Lawrence community.
Together, we’re building a stronger, more supported student community—one resource at a time.
About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest public post-secondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system. Ivy Tech serves more than 200,000 students annually and offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training in more than 70 programs across Indiana. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is committed to providing affordable, high-quality education aligned with the needs of Indiana’s workforce.
