The Fishers Century Club celebrated its December meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Knowledge Services/Club Coworking, selecting the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation (HSEF) as the recipient of this quarter’s pooled charitable funds. The philanthropic group, known for supporting local nonprofits through collective giving, heard presentations from three organizations before awarding the funds to HSEF.

HSEF, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Hamilton Southeastern School District, enriches student experiences through funding innovative educational projects and addressing pressing community needs. Last year, the organization notably paid off thousands of dollars in student lunch debt for families on free and reduced lunch, ensuring essential meals for all students.

“We had the privilege of hearing from three outstanding charities, and our members selected the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation as this quarter’s recipient,” said Adam Kallick, Founder of the Fishers Century Club. “HSEF’s impact on our schools and community is remarkable, and I’m proud of our club members for making this support possible.”

The event marked continued growth for the Fishers Century Club, with several new attendees joining the philanthropic effort. Members contribute $100 quarterly to create a collective impact for the selected charity.

Justin Hirnisey, Executive Director of HSEF, expressed gratitude for the support. “It was an honor to present at Tuesday’s meeting,” said Hirnisey. “The generosity of the Fishers Century Club will allow HSEF to further invest in our schools, students, and community in meaningful ways.”

The Fishers Century Club invites residents to attend its next meeting, scheduled for March 2025, and encourages the nomination of local 501(c)(3) charities. Those unable to attend but wishing to contribute to HSEF’s crowd-giving campaign can do so through the club’s online Grapevine platform at FCC’s Grapevine site.

For more information about HSEF, visit www.hsefoundation.org. To learn more about the Fishers Century Club and past recipients, visit www.fisherscenturyclub.com.