Jumpstart Martindale Brightwood was launched to help Martindale Brightwood residents to become developers of their own neighborhood through quality, community-focused real estate development training and financing options. The program is free! The program was established to create a training program for aspiring/new real estate developers who were seeking a mentor to guide them through the world of residential real estate development. The program targets developers who reside in Martindale Brightwood or Indianapolis and have a strong interest and commitment to developing the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood. Spaces are limited! Apply Now! https://mbcdc.org/jumpstart-apply/

A variety of topics including, stretching, and breathing with yoga, healthy eating habits and portions, storytelling, creating a farm at your home, and meditation. Neighbors and community members of all ages are welcome to attend one or all of the FREE sessions.

This yoga session is wonderful for anyone beginning their yoga practice or wanting to expand or explore their yoga journey. We will move slowly and intentionally. In these sessions we […]

MBCDC partners with the City of Indianapolis, local financial institutions and community organizations to coordinate homeowner repairs for all residents – including roof repairs, replacing flooring, installing new counters and making homes accessible and safe.

Are you in the construction industry? Are you a Black, Brown, or woman-owned construction business owner interested in becoming certified with the City and State? In this two-day RFP/Contract Masterclass you will receive vital instruction on how to properly apply for Request for Proposals (RFPs), Contracts, and Bids.

Do you live within the city limits, but wonder how you can become a farmer?  Ever wonder qualifies you as a farmer and the cost?  Do you want to learn your history as farmers and encourage your children and extended family members to become farmers? 

Join us in our Healthy Eating Tips workshop, where we will be provided the right tools for simple nutrition and healthy eating.

Learn best practices to consider when hiring a general contractor and funding options available.

Let’s get replenished in the garden.  Enjoy guided meditation and healing vibrations of chimes, light drumming, and other sacred sounds.  Allow yourself to experience deep relaxation and inner peace.   Immerse in a wellness practice that helps with focus, energy, sleep, pain management, stress management, clarity and so much more.

Join us at Genesis Plaza to board the Fifth Third Bank Mobile Empowerment Bus (the eBus)! A large, retrofitted bus with customer service and learning stations inside! Other community partners and vendors will be set up.

Small business owners are invited to a 6-hour workshop that provides a brief overview on reading financial statements and then the set-up and ongoing workflow of the QuickBooks Online software.