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Community Multiplier Program

Community First Bank Drives $220K in Funding for Local Affordable Housing Initiatives

The Community Multiplier – Member Match Program is FHLBank Indianapolis’ newest program, designed to boost local support for affordable housing initiatives. As a member financial institution, Community First Bank (CFB) utilized this program to secure $220,000 for nonprofits in Hamilton, Howard, and Marion Counties in 2025 — $200,000 in grants from FHLBank Indianapolis and $20,000 in matching donations from CFB. 

Scroll down to learn more about the incredible organizations we’re proud to support.

Image of family at Kokomo Rescue Mission
Kokomo Rescue Mission “This funding will allow us to keep sheltering the homeless, feeding the hungry, and ministering to the hurting. With over 100 people staying in one of our three shelters every night, 300 people counting on us for food each day, and roughly 3,000 individuals coming to us for extra assistance each year, the funding from this award will make a lasting impact in our community. Thank you!”
Image of house that Bridges Outreach built
Bridges Outreach “The funding provided by this grant was a huge blessing. Specifically, this will allow us to grow our Bridges Homes program by helping renters become first-time homeowners! Funds will be used for homeownership training, remodeling and building new homes in Kokomo, and community development in the neighborhoods we serve.”
Group photo of Prevail's staff
Prevail, Inc. “Safe and stable housing is the foundation for rebuilding lives. Thanks to the Community Multiplier Grant, Community First Bank is helping provide essential funding for housing case management and flexible financial assistance—empowering survivors to overcome financial barriers to secure sustainable housing and regain stability. This investment is a lifeline to independence, safety, and renewed hope.”
Selfie of a mentor and child from Family Promise of Hamilton County programming
Family Promise of Hamilton County  “So far in 2025, we have received 160 crisis calls. We continue to work every day to empower families in making their transition from housing insecurity to sustainable independence. We couldn’t do this work without support from our community and grant opportunities like the Community Multiplier Grant. Thank you for your faith in our mission and vision. At Family Promise of Hamilton County we believe that every child deserves a home!”
Family Service Association of Howard County  “Homeless and Veteran are two words that should not go together. At Jackson Street Commons, our staff take great pride in serving those who have served our country and now need support. Through a combination of housing plus services, we are able to help these Veterans stabilize and achieve their goals. The Community Multiplier Grant will help us in this mission.”
Photo of a group of participants at a CAGI event
Community Action of Greater Indianapolis “Our participants often come to CAGI burdened by constant pressure, financial hardship, and a deep sense of uncertainty about the future. They are looking not just for resources, but for a path forward. Programs like our Financial Education offer more than just information, they provide hope, stability, and empowerment. Through hands-on learning, participants gain the tools to budget effectively, build savings, repair credit, and make informed financial decisions. These skills not only improve their immediate circumstances but also lay the foundation for long-term self-sufficiency and economic mobility.”
Community First Bank of Indiana team volunteering at a Habitat for Humanity build day
Habitat for Humanity of the Kokomo Community “We are committed to expanding our capacity to deliver safe, decent, and affordable housing solutions to families in need. The combined financial support from the FHLBank Indianapolis Community Multiplier program and the contribution from Community First Bank will be instrumental in advancing this mission through the strategic hiring of a dedicated Project Manager.”
Turning Point System of Care “The Recovery Cafe initiative is an inclusive, peer-supported program for adults in recovery from substance abuse and mental health challenges, many of whom also face housing instability. The Cafe offers a safe, welcoming space where members receive case management, peer support, and access to essential services like mental health care, primary healthcare navigation, employment assistance, and substance use counseling. By addressing underlying challenges, the Cafe promotes long-term housing stability and improved quality of life.”

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