Shelbyville, Ind. — Intend Indiana is excited to announce the groundbreaking of the first new construction home in Shelbyville as part of its Affordable HomeMatters initiative. The groundbreaking will take place on Friday, December 20, at 11 a.m. at 109 Walker Street, Shelbyville, Indiana. This project represents the first step in a five-year commitment to develop affordable homeownership opportunities for low-to-moderate-income families in Shelby County.
This groundbreaking marks the beginning of a partnership between Intend Indiana and the City of Shelbyville, announced earlier this year. Through this collaboration, four homes will be constructed in Shelbyville, with funding support from $500,000 in Federal Grants provided by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and financial support from the Blue River Community Foundation. Representatives from IHCDA, the City of Shelbyville, and the Blue River Community Foundation will join the groundbreaking event to celebrate this milestone.
“This groundbreaking represents more than just the construction of a home—it is a testament to what can be achieved through collaboration and a shared commitment to creating affordable homeownership opportunities,” said Steven Meyer, Chief Executive Officer of Intend Indiana. “We are proud to partner with the City of Shelbyville and the Blue River Community Foundation to invest in a brighter future for Shelby County families.”
“In recent years, the Blue River Community Foundation has focused on supporting impactful quality-of-life projects that benefit Shelby County,” shared Blue River Community Foundation Executive Director Jennifer Jones. “From the Blue River Trail Head and the warm-water pool at the Shelby County YMCA to the Julia and Nicholas Runnebohm Early Learning Center and the Wortman Family Civic Theatre, we are proud to contribute to initiatives that strengthen our community. Through our Impact Investing program, we are excited to partner with Intend Indiana and the City of Shelbyville to continue making a meaningful difference.”
The Affordable HomeMatters initiative is designed to provide affordable housing options for low-to-moderate-income families while fostering community revitalization and economic development. The homes in Shelbyville will feature high-quality construction and modern amenities, ensuring sustainability and comfort for new homeowners.
“Affordable housing is essential to a thriving community, and today’s groundbreaking marks an important milestone for Shelbyville,” said Mayor Scott Furgeson. “By investing in projects like this, we are addressing the housing needs of our residents while creating a future that is inclusive, stable, and aligned with our commitment to innovative, next-level solutions.”
“I’m thrilled to see this unique partnership take shape in Shelbyville,” added Adam Rude, Director of Planning for the City of Shelbyville. “Through localized initiatives and the revitalization of underutilized properties, we are tackling critical housing challenges while fostering neighborhood renewal that strengthens the core of our community.”
Intend partners with community-based organizations, nonprofits, foundations, banks, and state and local governments to leverage resources and deliver impactful programs designed to meet the needs of the community. Intend Indiana is also a chartered member of NeighborWorks America.
About Intend Indiana:
Intend Indiana, Inc. (Intend) is a nonprofit that connects people to opportunity and advances collaborative community development through equitable financing and housing solutions. Incorporated in 1987 to serve the near northside neighborhoods of Indianapolis, Intend has grown to provide community solutions across the state.