About this Event
Gather Indy: Neighbors, Makers & Winter Give
Practical Focus: A relaxed Sunday evening gathering designed for Indianapolis residents, creatives, and community members to discover local independent makers, build genuine neighborhood relationships, and participate in a winter-support community action.
Curated Local Maker Tables: Explore a handpicked group of up to 6 independent Indianapolis makers across illustration, ceramics, small-batch textiles, stationery, and home goods (conversation-first showcase, not a crowded trade market).
The Gather Passport: Every attendee receives a pocket card with three low-pressure connection prompts: Meet 3 new neighbors, Discover 2 local makers, and Complete 1 optional act of community giving.
Local Spotlight Minutes: Concise 60-to-75-second introductions from featured creators highlighting their craft, local mission, and where to find their work (no sales pitches).
Transparent Winter Needs Drive: Support our seasonal winter drive benefiting Horizon House (official needs list includes new/gently used winter coats, warm blankets, insulated gloves, knit hats, and thermal hand warmers).
100% Direct Giving Policy: Gather & Give Collective does not collect pooled cash donations or run charity gaming raffles; financial contributions are made directly through official nonprofit portals.
Food & Hospitality: Seasonal light bites and refreshments are included with paid admission; filtered water and non-alcoholic beverages provided complimentary.
Strict Anti-Pitch Policy: Multi-level marketing (MLM), aggressive sales prospecting, financial coaching pitches, and unsupervised commercial flyer distribution are strictly prohibited.
Agenda
- 5:15 PM – 5:30 PM: Doors open, check-in, Gather Passport collection, and optional winter-item drop-off.
- 5:30 PM – 5:45 PM: Welcome orientation, event format overview, and community drive briefing.
- 5:45 PM – 6:20 PM: Discover Round I (open exploration of curated maker tables and informal neighbor introductions).
- 6:20 PM – 6:30 PM: Local Spotlight Minutes (rapid-fire 60-second introductions from local creators).
- 6:30 PM – 6:40 PM: Community Give Moment (overview of winter needs and direct-giving channels without emotional pressure).
- 6:40 PM – 7:25 PM: Gather Connection Hour (open social time, light bites, and Gather Passport interaction).
- 7:25 PM – 7:45 PM: Discover Round II (revisit maker tables, conversation follow-ups, and optional purchases).
- 7:45 PM – 7:55 PM: Community Wrap-Up (final donation drop-off collection and digital directory review).
- 7:55 PM – 8:00 PM: Closing remarks and event conclusion.
Event venue & nearby stays
735 Shelby St, 735 Shelby Street, Indianapolis, United States
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