Union City, IN (May 9, 2025) – Union City residents will soon have a new space to honor veterans if this crowdfunding campaign reaches its goal of raising $30,000 by July 8, 2025. If successful, the project led by American Legion will receive a matching grant as part of the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s (IHCDA) CreatINg Places program. 

“This memorial will be a meaningful addition to Union City," said Matt Rayburn, Chief Real Estate Development Officer at IHCDA "We are grateful to those who have served our country, and for this opportunity to create a permanent space to honor local veterans.”

Funds from this campaign will be used to create a veteran’s memorial downtown. 

“We are incredibly excited for citizens to show their support in creating a place of honor for those who have served our country. It seems that we all have connections to a family member or friend who has served, and this is a chance to show visitors and future generations how we love and honor the many contributions to our freedom.  We are also delighted that for every dollar given toward this special endeavor, IHCDA will match it.  It truly is a special opportunity for our community” said Mayor Chad Spence.
 

Since the CreatINg Places program began in 2016, projects have raised more than $12.8 million in crowdgranting funds and an additional $10.7 million in matching IHCDA funds. The program is available to projects located in Indiana communities. Non-profit entities (with 501c3 or 501c4 status) and local units of government are eligible to apply. Eligible projects must have a minimum total development cost of $10,000, where the recipient will receive $5,000 in IHCDA matching funds should it successfully raise $5,000 through Patronicity. IHCDA will provide matching grant funds up to $50,000 per project.