Give the Gift of Belonging
Everyone deserves a place where they feel welcomed, understood, and supported. At Turnstone, belonging looks different for everyone, but one thing remains the same: every person has a place, every ability is celebrated, and every story matters.
This November and December, we're sharing stories from the people who make Turnstone a place where everyone belongs. This week, meet brothers, Eli & Teddy. Their mom, Sammie, was searching for an inclusive childcare environment that understood each of her boy's unique needs when she discovered Turnstone.
Your generosity helps create possibilities for people of all abilities. For every $1 invested in Turnstone's therapy services, our community gains $3.02 in social and economic value. Over two years, our therapy program generates more than $10 million in community benefits.
For Eli & Teddy's family, Turnstone was the answer to a search for childcare that truly understood their boys. Your gift helps more families find that same peace of mind.
You belong at Turnstone. And thanks to your generosity, Eli & Teddy do too.
Make your impact go further this giving season!
Giving Tuesday: December 1
This year, your gift can go twice as far! Thanks to the O'Rourke-Schof Family Foundation, donations to Turnstone made on Giving Tuesday will be matched dollar for dollar up to $20,000! Whether you give directly to Turnstone or through the Indianapolis Gives Challenge, your gift on #GivingTuesday will count toward the match.
Indianapolis Gives: November 30 - December 10
We're also participating in the Indianapolis Gives Challenge, featuring daily giving challenges and prize money backed by Eli Lilly. Your support throughout the challenge helps Turnstone earn additional funding.
Other Ways You Can Support Us
It's easy to support Turnstone when you choose us as your charity partner at the following retailers:
Kroger Community Rewards: Choose Turnstone (Organization #11240) and we’ll receive a donation each time you shop with your Kroger Card.
Thrivent Choice: Members can help direct Thrivent’s charitable giving to Turnstone.
Office Depot: Mention Turnstone at checkout and Office Depot will give 5% back in credit on qualifying purchases to us!
Did you know you can make a stock gift to Turnstone? It's easy! Please contact Director of Development, Lauren Widenhofer, for more information on how to make your gift. You can reach her by emailing [email protected] or calling (260) 483-2100 x247.
You can help us raise money for Turnstone! Host a third-party fundraising event or create your own online fundraising page (click here to start your very own Facebook Fundraiser)!
Turnstone friend, Ashlyn, was raising funds on behalf of our Power Soccer team in honor of her Bat Mitzvah - you can take a look at her page here for an example of how you could help!
Please contact Director of Development, Lauren Widenhofer, at [email protected] or by calling (260) 483-2100 x247
As one of eleven Olympic & Paralympic Training Sites, Turnstone is committed to supporting the Paralympic movement and providing programs and opportunities for our athletes to hone their skills and further their athletic goals.
Thanks to a generous matching donation of $50,000 and with Jeff Butler as Chair, the Butler Family Elite Athlete Scholarship Fund aims to support these rising and elite Paralympic Athletes training at Turnstone. This fund will help provide scholarships to athletes who are pursuing their Paralympic dreams.
Help your donation create more possibilities by letting your employer know about your generosity!
We are so thankful for all the individuals and organizations who came alongside Turnstone in our efforts to empower people with disabilities this past year.
Consider designating your gift in honor of or in memory of a loved one. Or celebrate a special occasion with your donation to Turnstone.
Click here to learn more and view our honorarium and memorial gifts.
Turnstone values its philanthropic supporters and is committed to fulfilling all elements of the Donor Bill of Rights.
Because Turnstone relies on the support of individual donors to carry out our work, Turnstone considers all donations to be nonrefundable and irrevocable, including tickets to special events.
However, Turnstone will consider returning donations to the donor under these circumstances:
If the donation was made unknowingly, for example, in a situation where the donation was made with a stolen or lost card.
If your donation was intended for another organization.
If you accidentally entered the wrong amount or made a duplicate gift.
If you accidentally created a monthly donation when your intention was to make a one-time gift.
If we are unable to honor donor restrictions. Turnstone makes every effort to honor donor-requested restrictions and use donations in a manner consistent with donor-expressed wishes. Donors can also re-designate their gift to another purpose in these situations.
Other similar exceptional circumstances.
Refund Terms and Conditions
Refund requests must be made within 30 days of the date of the donation; this applies to both one-time, recurring donations, and special event tickets and will be considered at the sole discretion of Turnstone. Gifts from our generous donors are swiftly employed in our mission-driven work, and Turnstone will not process refunds requested later than 30 days after the transaction. Fraudulent transactions are an exception to this time limit.
Refunds are made using the original method of payment. For example, if you made your donation by credit card, your refund will be credited to that card. Turnstone may ask for proof of identity and backup documentation before issuing a refund. You are responsible for any and all tax considerations that may arise if your donation is refunded.
How to Request a Refund
To request a refund of your donation made directly to Turnstone, please email Lauren Widenhofer, Director of Development, at [email protected] and provide:
- Your name
- The date on which the donation was made
- The total amount of the relevant donation
- Your payment method and all relevant circumstances justifying your request.
Upon receipt, we will review your request and respond to you within two business days. If your request is accepted, we will process the refund as quickly as possible. Please note it may take 10-14 business days until a refund reaches your account.
We take pride in being a premier charity partner in our community. You can rest assured that Turnstone is accountable, transparent, and financially healthy as we pursue our mission in partnership with your support. Charity Navigator is America's premier independent charity evaluator.
Turnstone is proud to have earned a 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid. Now our community members as well as 10+ million Candid users can find in-depth information about our goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress. We’re shining a spotlight on the difference we help make in the world. Plus, we’ve provided fresh information to 200+ charitable websites and applications that use Candid data, such as Facebook and Network for Good.
