Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center

What Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center does

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center is a nonprofit community social services organization founded in 1911 and headquartered at 1920 W. Morris Street in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a separate food pantry site at 2102 W. Morris Street. The organization operates an integrated service model under one roof, organized across four program areas: Basic Needs Services (food pantry, Indiana Diaper Bank partnership, Senior Food Boxes via CSFP, and the Mary's Magical Mission holiday assistance program), Employment Enrichment Services (employment coaching, Job Club, High School Equivalency classes in partnership with Washington Township Adult Education, English Language Learners classes in partnership with Marian University, drone pilot training with Triple T Academy, the Opportunity Youth program linked to Ivy Tech credentials, and Bridges to Career Opportunities), Family and Financial Resource Services (financial coaching, emergency financial assistance, and the Indy Energy Assistance Program), and Youth Enrichment Services (Summer Day Camp, the LEADERS career and college exploration program, and before/after-school programming).

The organization has no proprietary technology platform; service delivery is in-person and human-coach-driven at its facilities. Its customers are individuals and families in southwest Indianapolis facing food insecurity, unemployment, limited educational credentials, financial instability, lack of affordable childcare, and limited youth enrichment opportunities, along with secondary segments including low-income seniors (60+) and formerly incarcerated individuals served through the Stepping Stones program created with LISC and AmeriCorps. Service volumes include approximately 100 daily food pantry visits, 100+ youth in summer camp, 300+ families served through Mary's Magical Mission annually, and a cumulative 8,000+ individuals and families served each year.

Revenue is sourced from individual donations (one-time, monthly recurring, and planned giving via the Legacy of Hope bequest society), institutional grant funding from United Way of Central Indiana, LISC, AmeriCorps, and other foundations, plus modest sliding-scale fees from youth programming that accepts CCDF subsidies. The 44,000 sq ft headquarters co-locates with a partner Head Start preschool and adjoining William Penn affordable senior apartments, creating a one-stop neighborhood hub. The organization is led by President Heather Pease and is governed by a 19-member Board of Directors; it holds 'excellent' agency standing with United Way of Central Indiana.

Name

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center

Legal name

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center

Website

https://maryrigg.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center is a 1911-founded Indianapolis nonprofit that delivers integrated basic-needs, employment, financial, and youth enrichment services to over 8,000 individuals and families annually in southwest Indianapolis.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Food Services (62421), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Food assistance programs
• Employment training services
• Youth enrichment programs
• Financial coaching services

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization raises funds through online donations, check donations, and monthly recurring donation options. Donation tiers range from $10 to $1,000 for one-time gifts and $10-$50 for monthly recurring donations.
2. Grant Funding: Mary Rigg receives grant funding from organizations including LISC, AmeriCorps, and United Way of Central Indiana. The organization has gained national recognition and funding for programs including George Washington Community High School efforts and employment training programs.
3. Planned Giving and Endowments: The Legacy of Hope program accepts planned gifts including wills and bequests, life insurance, retirement plans, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts, and permanent endowment gifts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center is a nonprofit community center that delivers free or low-cost direct services to southwest Indianapolis residents across four program areas: Basic Needs Services (food pantry, diaper bank, senior food boxes, holiday assistance), Employment Enrichment Services (employment coaching, job club, HSE and ELL classes, vocational training), Family and Financial Resource Services (financial coaching, financial assistance, energy assistance), and Youth Enrichment Services (summer day camp, after-school programs). Services are delivered primarily in person at its 1920 West Morris Street facility, with food distribution additionally provided at a satellite pantry on Morris Street.

Product overview

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center is a nonprofit community social services organization offering a unified portfolio of programs serving adults, youth, and families in southwest Indianapolis. The organization operates four core service areas: Basic Needs Services (Food Pantry, Indiana Diaper Bank Partnership, Senior Food Boxes, and Mary's Magical Mission holiday program), Employment Enrichment Services (Employment Coaching, Job Club, High School Equivalency, English Language Learners, Drone Pilot Training, Opportunity Youth Program, and Bridges to Career Opportunities), Family and Financial Resource Services (Financial Coaching, Financial Assistance, and Energy Assistance), and Youth Enrichment Services (Summer Day Camp, LEADERS, and After-School Programs). These programs are coordinated under one roof at 1920 W. Morris Street, Indianapolis, with additional satellite services like the food pantry at 2102 W. Morris Street. The organization also manages the Legacy of Hope planned giving program for donors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Pantry A grocery-style food pantry providing canned goods, fresh produce, bread, frozen and refrigerated products, and household essentials to families and individuals in need. Operates three days per week with no eligibility requirements.
• Indiana Diaper Bank Partnership Partnership with Indiana Diaper Bank providing diapers in sizes Newborn to size 6 for pickup Monday through Friday at the Mary Rigg center.
• Senior Food Boxes Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) providing free 45-pound boxes of food monthly to low-income persons at least 60 years of age, containing USDA Foods such as packaged meat, fruit, vegetables, juice, and dairy.
• Mary's Magical Mission Holiday Assistance Holiday assistance program spreading joy to over 300 families annually, providing toys, winter wear, books, holiday gifts, and food totes with gift cards for holiday meals.
• Employment Coaching Job search support services including resume and cover letter assistance, interview skills training, online job search strategies, and connections to education and vocational training opportunities.
• Drone Pilot License and Flight Training Class Free 8-week training and job assistance program for drone piloting careers, offered in partnership with Triple T Academy. Eligibility based on household income.
• Job Club Weekly employment support sessions every Monday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. providing resume building, job-search strategy guidance, and job application assistance.
• High School Equivalency (HSE) Classes Free High School Equivalency classes offered in partnership with Washington Township Adult Education with flexible schedules for individuals seeking to obtain their HSE diploma.
• English Language Learners (ELL) English language classes for speakers of all ages and levels to improve grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills. Offered in partnership with Marian University on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
• Opportunity Youth (OY) Program Program for young people ages 18-24 who are disconnected from school and work, offering employment coaching, career certification in healthcare/construction/HVAC/logistics/IT, and connections to Ivy Tech Community College opportunities.
• Bridges to Career Opportunities Career training programs providing certification opportunities in medical field (nursing assistant, phlebotomist, medical assistant, pharmacy technician), manufacturing (welding, material management), and other sectors with employment and financial coaching support.
• Financial Coaching Co-Active Coaching Model-based financial guidance including monthly budget creation, credit score assessment and improvement, debt management, tax preparation assistance, and student loan guidance.
• Financial Assistance Emergency financial support for utilities, transportation, and food needs. Includes Winter Assistance Fund (WAF) through United Way.
• Energy Assistance Program Indy Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helping income-eligible families with home energy costs through one-time benefits paid to utility companies.
• Summer Day Camp Summer camp supporting over 100 children ages 5 to 15 with activities including swimming, field trips, summer reading program, college readiness, career exploration, outdoor recreation, and creative arts.
• LEADERS Program Extension of Summer Day Camp for students ages 12-15 offering deeper career and college exploration, professional workplace visits, college campus tours, service activities, and 21st Century Scholar application assistance.
• After-School Program Before and after-school program for children in K-8th grade offering homework assistance, tutoring, indoor/outdoor recreation, social-emotional support, transportation from select IPS schools, and programming during school breaks.
• Legacy of Hope Planned Giving Program Charitable bequest society honoring donors who have planned legacy gifts in their estate plans. Includes various planned giving options such as wills, life insurance, retirement plans, charitable gift annuities, and trusts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Workers with HSE Diploma earn approximately $2,000 more per year compared to individuals without a diploma
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Indiana Diaper BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMary Rigg is partnered with Indiana Diaper Bank to distribute diapers sizes Newborn to size 6. Diapers can be picked up Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm at the center. Sizes and quantity are limited.
• Marian UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHSE & ELL classes (High School Equivalency and English Language Learners) are offered in partnership with Marian University. Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8pm.
• Washington Township Adult EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMary Rigg, in partnership with Washington Township Adult Education, offers free High School Equivalency classes with flexible schedules for anyone looking to further their education.
• GleanerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGleaners is listed as a food bank partner supporting the Mary Rigg Food Pantry and Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).
• Midwest Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMidwest Food Bank is listed as a food bank partner supporting the Mary Rigg Food Pantry operations.
• Second HelpingscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSecond Helpings is listed as a food bank partner supporting the Mary Rigg Food Pantry.
• Nine13coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNine13 is listed as a food bank partner supporting the Mary Rigg Food Pantry.
• United Way of Central IndianacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMary Rigg became a charter member of Community Chest in 1923, which later became United Way of Central Indiana. The organization maintains 'excellent' standing with United Way.
• Triple T AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMary Rigg partners with Triple T Academy for a FREE 8-week drone pilot license and flight training program. Classes are held at Triple T Academy and 16 Tech.
• Ivy Tech Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMary Rigg connects Opportunity Youth program participants to Next Level learning opportunities at Ivy Tech Community College including certificates and technical certificates in healthcare, manufacturing, building and construction, IT, and transportation & logistics.
• Indy PeaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndy Peace partnered early with Mary Rigg's Stepping Stones program to provide critical support for formerly incarcerated individuals transitioning back into society.
• Indiana Department of Correction Pre-Release ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA new collaboration with Rebecca Witter and the Indiana Department of Correction Pre-Release Program will expand opportunities for Stepping Stones program participants in the coming year.
• Deeply IngrainedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeeply Ingrained partners with Mary Rigg Summer Day Camp to teach woodworking skills to youth, including five and six-year-olds learning tool skills and older students building projects like benches.
• Purdue ExtensionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPurdue Extension provides nutrition education to Ranger group (ages 10-11) during Summer Day Camp programming.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of Greater Indianapolis: Large established community-services nonprofit offering youth programming, after-school, and family services across Indianapolis. Comparable across youth enrichment and community engagement, though operating a much broader facility portfolio (fitness, aquatics, sports).
• Catholic Charities Indianapolis: Faith-affiliated social services agency providing emergency assistance, family support, and case management across central Indiana. Comparable as a broader portfolio social services incumbent serving similar vulnerable populations via donations and grants.
• United Way of Central Indiana: Charter funder of Mary Rigg since 1923 and current partner in 'excellent' standing. Related as a regional funding backbone organization that coordinates and supports overlapping direct-service agencies like Mary Rigg.

Emerging players

• Second Helpings: Indianapolis food rescue organization listed as a Mary Rigg food pantry partner. Comparable on the food distribution pillar, although its core model is food rescue/catering versus Mary Rigg's direct grocery-style pantry.

Direct peers

• Wheeler Mission: Indianapolis-based nonprofit serving similar low-income populations with emergency basic needs services including food, shelter, and recovery programs. Directly comparable as a community-based social services provider in the same geography targeting overlapping client segments.
• Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana: Major Indianapolis-area nonprofit offering employment coaching, job training, financial education, and youth programs funded in part through retail and donations. Highly comparable employment enrichment services and wraparound support model targeting similar client base.
• Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana: Regional food bank and active Mary Rigg food pantry partner supplying grocery-style distribution across central Indiana. Comparable as a community-facing food distribution operator targeting the same southwest Indianapolis food-insecure population.
• The Salvation Army of Central Indiana: Faith-based nonprofit delivering an overlapping suite of basic needs, youth, employment, and seasonal assistance programs in the Indianapolis area. Most comparable as a multi-service community safety net organization with similar funding models (donations + grants).
• Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis: Indianapolis youth development nonprofit delivering after-school, summer camp, and career exploration programs for K-12 youth. Directly comparable on the Youth Enrichment Services pillar of Mary Rigg's portfolio, including LEADERS career/college exploration.

Regional players

• Henry Street Settlement: Historic New York City settlement house operating since 1893 with a similar integrated model of social services, education, workforce, and youth programs. Comparable as a regional peer to Mary Rigg's settlement-house heritage in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/maryrigg.mrnc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mary-rigg-neighborhood-center-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/mary_rigg
• Xx.com/MaryRigg

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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