EVANSVILLE — Community advocates, civic leaders, and economic development professionals will gather in Southwest Indiana next week as Prosperity Indiana launches its highly anticipated 2026 Regional Meeting tour.
The statewide community development organization announced that its first stop will take place in Evansville on Wednesday, June 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will be hosted at Hope City Church, located at 801 SE Third Street.
The collaborative meeting is designed to unite local practitioners across the nonprofit, government, healthcare, philanthropic, and financial sectors. Attendees will receive crucial state and national community economic development and policy updates while engaging in localized, shared problem-solving.
What to Expect
The morning session aims to strengthen regional partnerships and provide actionable resources for local organizations. According to the event organizers, the itinerary includes:
- Policy & Resource Briefings: Updates on Prosperity Indiana’s latest resources, programs, and training opportunities.
- Expert Access: A live Q&A session with industry and sector experts.
- Interactive Insights: Live polling to capture real-time data and insights from the room.
- Collaborative Workshops: Peer-to-peer problem-solving and structured activities focused on building stronger regional networks.
- Community Sharing: An open opportunity for attendees to highlight their own organizational programming and community resources.
A complimentary breakfast and coffee will be provided for all registered attendees.
Organizers emphasize that the success of the tour relies heavily on the diverse perspectives of Southwest Indiana’s frontline practitioners.
“Your perspective as a regional practitioner is essential to shaping locally driven solutions. Your voice helps guide the direction of our collective work,” Prosperity Indiana said in a statement.
The organization is encouraging local leaders to extend the invitation to colleagues, regional partners, and anyone invested in the economic health of Southwest Indiana. Registration is currently open.
