NHI Project

Many conservation organizations in the state perceive an "environmental awareness gap" among Indiana residents. This new coalition combines electronic media and wide-scale DVD distribution to bring together a coalition of educators, environmental and conservation groups, and state agencies to bridge that gap by generating compelling new content and presenting it through multiple platforms. This initiative further informs the constituencies of the partner organizations and creates new audiences with an increased awareness of the importance of Indiana's natural heritage in their everyday lives. It also provides wider access to programs seeking to encourage youth and adults to extend tehir philanthropic activities in the areas of natural resources conservation and the environment.

The Natural Heritage of Indiana project contributes to the goals of its funders and partners, while they contribute to the goal of the project.

NHI Funders

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust through a grant to the Friends of the Indiana State Archives - The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust seeks to help people in need, especially women, children and families; to protect animals and nature; and to enrich community life in the metropolitan areas of Indianapolis and Phoenix.

The Friends of the Indiana State Archives supports the management, preservation, and responsible use of Indiana’s public records and serves as an advocate for the Indiana State Archives.

The Efroymson Fund - This fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) perpetuates the Efroymson family's philanthropic tradition in central Indiana and beyond.

The Nature Conservancy of Indiana - A conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.

Indiana State University - Indiana State University, a doctoral research university, combines a tradition of strong undergraduate and graduate education with a focus on community and public service. We integrate teaching, research, and creative activity in an engaging, challenging, and supportive learning environment to prepare productive citizens for Indiana and the world.

Indiana Academy of Science - The Indiana Academy of Science is  a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote scientific research and to encourage communication between Indiana scientists
and others conducting research pertaining to Indiana.

Indiana Natural Resources Foundation - The mission of the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation is to promote, support, assist, sustain and encourage the charitable, educational and scientific programs, projects and policies of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. 

Indiana Native Plant and Wildflower Society - INPAWS promotes the appreciation, preservation, conservation, utilization and scientific study of the flora native to Indiana and to educate the public about the values, beauty, diversity and environmental importance of indigenous vegetation.

NHI Partners

Indiana Department of Natural Resources - The mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.

The Nature Conservancy - A conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.

Indiana Department of Education - Indiana Department of Education is a state government agency committed to serving the state's public educational needs.

Indiana State Library - Through its history, the Indiana State Library has developed strong collections in the fields of Indiana history and culture, Indiana state government and United States government publications, Indiana newspapers, genealogy and family history resources on Indiana and the eastern United States, Braille, large print, and books on tape for the visually impaired, library science, and American history, politics, and economics. 

Indiana State Museum - The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites preserves, interprets and presents material evidence of Indiana’s cultural and natural history in a context that encourages people to actively participate in discovering their world – as it was, as it is and as it can be.

Indiana Academy of Science - The Indiana Academy of Science is  a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote scientific research and to encourage communication between Indiana scientists
and others conducting research pertaining to Indiana.

Indiana Department of Environmental Management - IDEM provides quality environmental oversight and technical assistance in your community and around the state. Whether you're a business owner, consultant, student, farmer, teacher or parent, IDEM is here to help you.

Indiana Humanities Council - The mission of the Indiana Humanities Council is to be a leader, key partner, and trusted voice in providing a humanities perspective for issues crucial to a changing Indiana.

Indiana Supreme Court - The court consists of one Chief Justice and four Associate Justices who hear legal issues according to the State Constitution. Specifically, the Indiana Supreme Court is partnering with The Natural Heritage of Indiana project for Educational outreach. ISE held a program spring 2009 to explain the way Lawyers help preserve land.

Indiana Wildlife Federation - As the nonprofit, grass-roots affiliate of the  National Wildlife Federation , IWF works to promote the wise use of our renewable resources through educational programs.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis - The goal of the Children's Museum of Indianapolis is to create extraordinary learning experiences that have the power to transform the lives of children and families.

Indiana Geological Survey - The mission of the Indiana Geological Survey is to provide geologic information and counsel that contribute to the wise stewardship of the energy, mineral, and water resources of the state.

Indiana State Archives - The Indiana State Archives is the permanent repository for official records of state and local government in Indiana.

Indiana Historical Bureau - The Indiana Historical Bureau provides publications, programs, and other opportunities for Indiana citizens of all ages to learn and teach about the history of their communities, the state of Indiana, and their relationships to the nation and the world.

W-FYI - As a trusted catalyst for lifelong learning, WFYI public broadcasting engages and enriches our community through distinctive programs and services.