Marion County Commissioners have taken significant steps to support local nonprofits during their meeting on September 16, 2025. The commissioners approved applications for two organizations, Martindale Brightwood Community Development Corporation (CDC) and Habitat for Humanity, to participate in the upcoming nonprofit tax lien sale. This decision is expected to enhance housing opportunities in the community.

Additionally, the commissioners conditionally approved applications for the Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) and Flanner House of Indianapolis, pending the payment of outstanding property taxes. Both organizations are working to resolve their tax issues before the October 1 deadline, which will allow them to bid on properties at the tax sale.

The tax lien sale is a crucial initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhoods by enabling nonprofits to acquire properties for development. Martindale Brightwood CDC plans to continue its work in single-family housing, while Habitat for Humanity will focus on building homes for families in need. Flanner House is introducing a new program to construct duplexes, allowing one family to own a unit and generate rental income from the other.

The commissioners expressed their support for these initiatives, highlighting the positive impact they will have on the community. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2025, where updates on the nonprofit tax sale outcomes will be provided. This ongoing commitment to supporting local nonprofits underscores the county's dedication to improving housing access and community development.