Lt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA Launch Crowdfunding Campaign For South Alley Activation

Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) today launched a crowdfunding campaign to transform an empty Danville alleyway.  If this crowdfunding campaign reaches its goal of raising $20,000 by Oct. 31, 2022, the project led by the Downtown Danville Partnership will receive a matching grant as part of IHCDA’s CreatINg Places program.

“We are thrilled to see this alley be transformed into a destination in downtown Danville,” Crouch said. “This project is a great example of what CreatINg Places seeks to do – make public spaces more functional, accessible and beautiful while bringing community members together for a common goal.”

Funds from this campaign will be used to create a community gathering space and downtown destination in the south alley just off the courthouse square. The project will add shade sails, seating, light and art to welcome residents and visitors to spend time in Danville.

“We are excited to create a safe and welcoming destination on the south side of the square with a spectacular view of the courthouse,” said Anne Johansson, Executive Director of the Downtown Danville Partnership. “With help from our community we can maximize the space in this alley to provide another place to gather on the square.”

The CreatINg Places program began in 2016. Projects have raised more than $7 million in public funds and an additional $5.8 million in matching IHCDA funds. The program is available to projects located in Indiana communities. Non-profit entities (with 501c3 or 501c4 status) and local units of government are eligible to apply.

Eligible projects must have a minimum total development cost of $10,000, where the recipient will receive $5,000 in IHCDA matching funds should it successfully raise $5,000 through Patronicity. IHCDA will provide matching grant funds up to $50,000 per project.