• 08/01/2016 12:44 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    Nancy J. Doemel, 71, of Crawfordsville, died Saturday, June 18, in Indianapolis.

    Born December 28, 1944, she was the daughter of Dale and Irene Walcutt.

    Nancy graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School (Ohio) in 1963, received her Bachelor of Arts from Wittenberg University in 1966, and her Masters of Arts from Purdue University in 1975.

    Nancy married William N. Doemel soon after her graduation from Wittenberg, and she worked as an English teacher in the Bartholomew Consolidated School District, Columbus, IN, while Bill finished his PhD.

    From 1977 to 1979 she was a research associate at the Center for Science, Technology, and Public Policy at Indiana University. She authored a user’s guide to energy issues, “Energy in Indiana”, and coauthored reports on creating land use policy in the Hoosier National Forest and on the Garrison Diversion Project in North Dakota.  She served as citizen advisor to the National Forest Service from 1976-78.

    Nancy served Wabash College as Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations from 1979 until her retirement in 2010, and from 1979 to 1997 had the additional responsibility as part-time Director of the Great Lakes Colleges Association Scotland Program. In 31 years working at Wabash she raised more than $30 million for the college.

    In June she was honored by the Indiana Philanthropy Alliance with the 2016 Hazelett Award in Grantmaking.

    Nancy lived out her commitment to philanthropy and community service in many ways. She was a founding member of the Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) and has served two terms on the Board of Directors for a total of 12 years. She advised the Montgomery County Free Clinic Board as they raised over $1.2 million to build a new clinic to serve medical needs of the low-income families and individuals. She worked with her church on a $308,000 capital campaign providing fundraising guidance and grant writing assistance to meet this goal. She was active with the League of Women Voters, first in Land Use and Environmental Issues, Planning and Zoning, and more recently in Economic Health.

    “She was a tremendous leader who through her example showed what it truly means to be a volunteer community worker,” said MCCF Executive Director Kelly Taylor. “Her dedication, patience and hard work got results and set high exemplary standards for those with whom she worked. She made everyone better under her leadership.”

    Nancy was also an accomplished quilter, but noted in an article in Wabash Magazine that her art “did not come easily.” The article’s writer concludes: “That’s surprising to hear from a woman so skilled at weaving together disparate people and organizations to make something good and lasting for others.”

    Nancy was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Dale Doemel, who died March 9, 2016.

    She is survived by her husband, William N. Doemel; her sister, Ann Kohler (John); a niece, Beth Kohler Brown, and nephew, Grant Kohler (Dr. Katherine); and three grandnieces, Megan and Hannah Brown, and Madelyn Kohler.

    A memorial service for Nancy was held July 23 at 3 p.m. in the Wabash Chapel.

    In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made either to one of these funds at the Montgomery County Community Foundation, PO Box  334, Crawfordsville, IN 47933

    • The Dr. William and Ms. Nancy Doemel Fund—an unrestricted fund to benefit the Montgomery County Community Foundation

    • The Women’s Legacy Fund—to provide support for nonprofit agencies that serve women and children of Montgomery County

    • The William, Nancy and Christopher Doemel Organ Maintenance Fund for Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church—to provide funding for major repairs of the organ located at the Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church, Crawfordsville, Indiana.

    Donations can also be made to the Nancy J. Doemel Fund for Study Abroad, Wabash College, PO Box 352, Crawfordsville, IN, 47933. 


  • 07/29/2016 8:47 AM | Stephanie Brouwer
    Our sister organization, APRA-IL, will be hosting a half day networking event at Northwestern University on September 30, 2016. In an effort to build and strengthen the APRA-IL community, their program this year emphasizes providing space and time to collaborate, share and learn from fellow members and attendees.

    There will be two tracks for participants to choose from; Prospect Research and Data Analytics/Prospect Management. Each track will have activities and conversation geared towards the issues and the topics of interest to those participating.   

    For more information or to register visit the APRA-IL event page or contact Jessica Szadziewicz, the vice president of APRA-IL. 

  • 07/18/2016 5:30 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    Come join us on Thursday, July 28 to meet your fellow Hoosiers in Nashville during the APRA International Conference! We'll be at Findley Pub (on the hotel property) starting at 5pm, so feel free to stop by! This is a casual event, no RSVP required. If you have any questions please contact Susan Fetscher at sefetscher@usi.edu or call/text Susan at (812) 568-8767. Hope to see you all there! 


  • 07/09/2016 2:36 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    The United Way of Central Indiana is looking for a Research Associate to assist with research and analytical projects conducted by the Strategic Information Department which support the organization's goals and objectives. This person would act as a liaison between the Strategic Information Department and internal clients (fundraising, volunteering, marketing, and community impact) and external partners. For more information visit the APRA-IN jobs page or read more about the position at http://www.uwci.org/careers.

  • 06/29/2016 5:42 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    We are excited to announce a new award that has been created to build recognition for APRA-IN members within their own organizations, cultivate prestige amongst their APRA peers, and to develop credibility for advancement in their career. The award will recognize a member who has successfully lead a project within their organization in collaboration with other departments or organizations.

    The application process will require that you describe the problem or situation that you were facing within your organization. An explanation of how the problem or situation was resolved or improved, and the impact it had on the organization or the field of research is required. You should describe any collaboration that was done with other departments or organizations and the lessons learned from the project.

    This is a chance to share your success with other researchers faced with similar challenges. We hope you will consider nominating yourself or a peer who has lead a project. The winner will receive a certificate for display and free attendance to an APRA-IN function in 2016. The application can be found on the APRA-IN website under the "Members Only" tab (look for "Project Award Application") or click here.  Please submit your application to Cathy Spieth, APRA-IN awards committee chair, at cathy.spieth@uwci.org.  You may also call Cathy Spieth at 317-921-1346 if you have any questions.     

    To view the application click here

  • 06/29/2016 1:59 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    APRA-IN would like to recognize former president Vicky Martin on her retirement. After nearly three decades of service to the Indiana University Foundation, Vicky is ready to start an exciting new chapter filled with family, travel, and gardening. Vicky served on the APRA-IN board for a number of years and later made the leap from researcher to front-line fundraiser. She continued to serve APRA-IN by sharing her experience and insight as a speaker at chapter conferences. Congratulations on your retirement, Vicky! We wish you the very best!


  • 06/21/2016 2:00 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    Each month we will be highlighting a different APRA-IN board member. Read on to learn more about Neal, our mentorship chair! 

    Neal Quandt 

    Indiana Tech – Advancement Services Manager

    ·         What book are you currently reading? The End of Wall Street by Roger Lowenstein and a textbook for my current MBA class.

    ·         Favorite vacation spot? My wife and I own a mobile home on a lake in Southern Michigan.  We spend many of our weekends during the warmer part of the year there.

    ·         Hobbies - I enjoy reading, watching movies, working out and live music (my father and I try to attend two or three concerts every year).  My guilty pleasure is a good cigar.

    ·         An unusual/fun fact about you - I have never purchased a product from Starbucks for my own consumption


  • 06/21/2016 1:57 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    Each month we will be highlighting a different APRA-IN board member. Read on to learn more about

     Susan, our programming chair! 

    Susan Fetscher

    University of Southern Indiana Foundation – Grant and Research Coordinator

    ·         What book are you currently reading? I am currently reading Superforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction by Philip Tetlock and Dan Gardner and The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith (a.k.a. JK Rowling)

    ·         Favorite vacation spot? Ormond Beach, Florida, but I love exploring new places.

    ·         Hobbies – I enjoy fitness, reading, cooking, binge-watching Netflix, and my 6-year-old is teaching me to play Minecraft.

    ·         An unusual/fun fact about you – I prepare and lead a weekly trivia night at Tin Man Brewing Company in Evansville. If you are ever in town, you should stop by!

  • 05/23/2016 4:39 PM | Stephanie Brouwer

    We would be most grateful to have your participation in this brief survey to help us better understand our members' interests in volunteering with APRA Indiana. Volunteering is a great way to become involved and network with your peers!

    To complete the survey, simply follow the link below:

    APRA-IN Survey for Volunteer Service



  • 05/09/2016 9:58 AM | Stephanie Brouwer

    Matt Georgi currently serves as the owner and creative director at Caldwell VanRiper. For more than 20 years, Matt has been developing the creative skills that make a difference for clients. From community colleges to NBA teams to quick-service restaurants, and of course the Indiana State Fair, his resume is as diverse as his hat collection. But no matter what client, Matt and his team believe the best creative is built on the best ideas. To that end, he believes ideas can come from anywhere and at any time, so he’s always thinking. And unlike some creative folks, Matt has spent time as a director of advertising, so he has a unique understanding of the client side. So go ahead, talk budgets, timelines and audiences. He can speak marketing. 

    Come hear Matt discuss "IT Factor – Why Initiative Takers Succeed" at 11am during the APRA-IN Spring Conference at the University of Indianapolis on Tuesday, May 10. 


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