For many people, Indianapolis is a wonderful place to live. But, over 230,000 families in Central Indiana are in or close to poverty. Despite working hard, more than 1 in 3 Hoosier households cannot afford the basics: housing, food, healthcare, childcare, and transportation. 65% of jobs in Indiana pay less than $20/hour, and two-thirds of those pay under $15/hour. 25% of Indiana households are working and earning more than the federal poverty level, but not enough to make end

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 based on a simple idea of a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past seven years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. One of the best ways to get involved is in your own community. Synthesis is committed to giving back to the community by serving as volunteers, members, and leaders for nearly 40 various service organizations. Commu