About Us

Marion County’s Gun Violence Reduction Initiative

End Gun Violence Marion County is a three part initiative funded by the Marion County Public Health Department aimed at reducing gun violence in and around Indianapolis by connecting community members with existing prevention and reduction resources.

MCPHD has developed a virtual database for each part of the initiative — Providers, Community, and Youth — to provide direct, accessible resources for the community. This website was created to empower Community Members in need to make informed choices about their health and safety by simplifying access to existing community services and providers.

Community Providers

Individuals and Organizations providing community services and resources

Parents & Caretakers

Families and Individuals in need of access to community resources and providers

Youth

Youth and Families looking for alternative outlets to safely grow and express themselves

Over 100 Providers Supporting Marion County

Our Mission

This Directory was created for Parents, Caretakers, and Youth to connect them with essential services and activities that address their needs. It seeks to simplify the process for families in finding support for mental health, healthcare, mentoring programs, conflict resolution, and engaging activities such as sports, STEM programs, and the arts, all of which promote stability and improve overall quality of life. These wraparound services provide comprehensive support for youth and their families.

Our Vision

We envision a future where we can prevent gun violence by offering positive outlets for youth to express their energy, creativity, and social skills. Through engaging programs in sports, arts, and STEM, along with important wraparound services like mental health support, job training, and access to food services, we aim to help young people develop skills, build community connections, and get the support they need to lead fulfilling lives.

By teaching youth about the effects of violence and promoting understanding, we strive to create a safe environment where all young people can thrive, make responsible choices, and reduce the risk of gun violence in our communities.

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We select our providers through a combination of data collection methods, including self-reporting surveys, online databases, word-of-mouth referrals, and networking. To be featured, providers must offer their services at no cost, low cost, or on a sliding scale for members of our community. Providers must be located in Marion County, nearby counties, or be willing to accept clients from Marion County.

by connecting people with options to help community recoginzie all their options and make safer choices

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[Know the Numbers. Choose Peace.]

To learn more about gun violence statistics in Marion County, visit the Providers Website.