Why We Continue to Support HTMP

Topic: Community

Written By: Stephen Hopkins



The support that Heartland Truly Moving Pictures(HTMP) shows to indepenedent film makers has made a huge impact in society, and this is why we continue to support them! In a recent email received by Bev Middaugh, our CEO, HTMP informed us about a producer by the name of Kurt Kuenne. After winning a $10,ooo prize for his short film Validation, Kurt used his money to fund a documentary he was working on. This documentary, Dear Zachary: A letter to a son about his father, made such an impact that a law was passed to help protect Canada's children. You will always have our support HTMP. Thank you for all that you do, and thank you Kurt for all the hard work!



To read more about Kurt Kuenne and see some of his work please visit Truly Moving Pictures.

Give us a Chance, to Beat Breast Cancer

Topic: Community
Written By: Stephen Hopkins

Join us, Bright Ideas in Broad Ripple, in giving all of those who are affected by breast cancer a chance to beat it! The Catherine Peachey Fund heads a fundraiser called Give us a Chance! To
Beat Breast Cancer! This fundraiser makes it easy to donate by asking you to send them any amount of draw game or scratch-off hoosier lottery tickets. The money that is won will be used for breast cancer research and other programs in Indiana. You may not have a lot of money to donate, but one of your tickets could be the big winner! This is a great fundraiser, and benefits Indiana in a lot of different ways. Not only do your winnings help fight breast cancer, but the purchase of your tickets will help organizations such as the State Teachers' Retirement Fund, the Build Indiana Fund, and others! So help us give them a chance!

Happy Holidays!

Character Council

Topic: Community

Written By: Meredith Beck

November 16, 2010

Bev & Meredith attended the first annual Character Council Visions Dinner on Monday night, a fundraiser for the Character Council of Indiana. Nearly 300 others were in attendance including the Mayor, Greg Ballard; the M.C, Richard Mourdock, Treasurer, State of Indiana; and the Keynote speaker, Barry Collier, Athletic Director, Butler University.

What a great event! There was a silent auction, testimonials of people who have been helped with the council, great food, great atmosphere and good conversation. Richard Mourdock was funny and energetic, and kept us engaged all night. Mayor Ballard spoke briefly on the good that is happening in Indiana and Barry Collier was funny and on topic with his message about the emphasis on character that is part of the Butler Way. We were really glad to be a part of such a wonderful event for an organization that is truly making a difference one person at a time.

Check out the Character Council’s Website for more information on them at: www.charactercouncil.org . Look for information on their free breakfast under the Events tab and join in on learning about the month’s character quality.

LOOKING FOR A GREAT WAY TO SAY, THANK YOU?

Topic: Promotions

Written by: Stephen Hopkins

Are you looking for a great way to say, Thank you? Then you need to check out our November specials!! Here are are just a few of them!

Feel free to give us a call, and we'll help you get exactly what you are looking for.

Heartland Film Festival 2010

Topic: Community
Written By: Stephen Hopkins

October 11, 2010

Its that time of year, again. It is time to enjoy the beautiful collection of independent films and special events put on by the Heartland Film Festival. Every October, this film festival screens independent films from all around the world, that celebrate the positive side of life. This 10-day event runs from October 14-23. You can get your tickets here or through the website by clicking the image. Tickets can be purchased for $7 online or $8 at the theater. Don't miss out on this collection of truly inspiring independent films!

MUM SALE TO BENEFIT INDIANA WOMEN IN NEED (IWIN)

Topic: Community
Written By: Stephen Hopkins

SATURDAY, SEPT 17, 2011

It’s time again for the gorgeous blooming mums that we sell at Bright Ideas in Broad Ripple to support IWIN.

IWIN directly assists women who are in treatment for breast cancer with grants that can be used to simply make life a little easier, by paying for child care, transportation to treatments, groceries….whatever helps the individual.

IWIN is a volunteer organization so all funds raised go directly to the women… This year the flowers are sponsored, meaning all funds raised will be granted!

Preorder online.

Thank you for the great support that we always receive from all our friends!

CEO honored at Speaking of Women's Health Event

Topic: Community
Written By: Stephen Hopkins and Stephanie Ryan

Bright Ideas in Broad Ripple has been involved with the Speaking of Women's Health program since its inception and will continue to stay involved. This year we supported the cause by donating the reversible totes featured on WFYI.

We are proud to announce that our CEO Bev Middaugh was recognized for over a decade of commitment to the program. Bev started Bright Ideas in 1983 operating from her living room and has developed the business to include 28 employees, offices, a warehouse, and one of the largest showrooms in the midwest! As we continue to grow, we will continue to give back and support our local community. For Bright Ideas in Broad Ripple, friendship and the community are company hallmarks.