Lawrence Awarded $20,000 Grant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 24, 2026

LAWRENCE AWARDED GRANT BY CHARLES SCHWAB DONATION PROGRAM
Funding to Assist Live Longer in Lawrence Initiative
 
Lawrence, IN – Mayor Deb Whitfield announced today that the city has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Charles Schwab Donation Program to assist with the city’s Live Longer in Lawrence initiative. The mayor said the funding will help launch a Live Longer in Lawrence Ambassador Program.

The City’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. John Kunzer, explained that the Ambassador Program would consist of community health advocates from each of the city’s eight distinct neighborhoods—Lanesville, Fort Ben, The Pike, Indian Lake, Sunnyside, Geist’s Edge, Oaklandon, and The Ridge—who will bring health education programs to the neighborhood level. “Additionally, the funding may be used for some dietitian time to work with local restaurants on Live Longer in Lawrence healthy meal options,” said Dr. Kunzer. “We are grateful for this donation as we continue to expand our Live Longer in Lawrence initiative to every corner of our city,” said Mayor Whitfield.
 
The Schwab Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable giving vehicle that allows donors to make tax-deductible contributions and recommend grants to qualified charities. It acts as a “charitable checking account,” offering immediate tax benefits while providing flexibility in when to support nonprofits.
 
Media Contact:
Denise Herd, Herd Strategies
317-796-0514
denise@herdstrategies.com
 
 
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About the City of Lawrence, Indiana 
Located northeast of Indianapolis, the City of Lawrence is Indiana’s 20th largest city and home to approximately 50,000 residents. While its military base was decommissioned in 1996, Lawrence has grown into a vibrant community that blends rich history with modern amenities. Under the leadership of Mayor Deb Whitfield, the city continues to thrive as a welcoming place to live, work, and play. Learn more at cityoflawrence.org.