Is the Lake Institute connected with a particular religion or denomination? 

No.  As a public service arm of the Center on Philanthropy and Indiana University, we are not aligned with any one group.  Rather, we welcome all faith communities.  Our mission is to be a safe haven for all people. 

 Does the Lake Institute teach fundraising techniques?   

Not primarily.  While we do work with issues related to faith communities and non-profits in need of funds, we tend to focus on the larger issues that might be at stake.  When it comes to teaching the techniques of fundraising, we refer people to The Fundraising School, another program within the Center on Philanthropy. 

 Is the Lake Institute for practitioners (pastors, lay leaders) or for academicians (professors, researchers)? 

Both.  The Lake Institute offers programs for both audiences.  For pastors and lay leaders, we offer the annual Distinguished Visitor program, Conversations with Clergy, and our Seminars.  For more academically minded folks, we offer the annual Lake Lecture, the work of our Lake Scholar, and ongoing research in the area of faith and giving.

 How is the Lake Institute related to the Center on Philanthropy? 

                The Lake Institute is a program of the Center on Philanthropy.

 How do I contact the Lake Institute? 

                Call us at 317.278.8955 or write us at lfi@iupui.edu.