The 2025 SCUFFY Drive exceeded its annual goal, raising $939,123.14 to help support organizations serving people throughout Shelby County.
The campaign began with a goal of $925,000 and finished more than $14,000 above that mark.
The result came from the combined participation of individual donors, local employers, schools, volunteers, community organizations, and other supporters taking part in the annual county-wide fundraising effort.
Supporting 12 Partner Agencies
The 2025 Drive supported 12 partner agencies serving Shelby County.
Together, these organizations provide a broad range of programs and resources for children, families, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and residents experiencing difficult circumstances.
That network allows one annual campaign to have a much broader reach.
Instead of supporting only one program or one type of need, contributions help strengthen multiple organizations working in different areas across the county.
2025 Pacesetters Lead the Way
Seven organizations served as Pacesetters during the 2025 campaign:
- Brazeway
- Bowen Engineering
- Horseshoe Indianapolis
- Major Health Partners
- McNeelyLaw LLP
- Shelbyville Middle School
- Yushiro Manufacturing America, Inc.
Pacesetters conduct early workplace campaigns and help build momentum before the main Drive.
Their participation demonstrates the important role local employers and schools play in creating a successful annual fundraising campaign.
Students Add Their Creativity
The annual Art Contest continued in 2025, giving Shelby County students another way to participate.
Peyton Jones was selected as the 2025 Art Contest winner.
Programs like the Art Contest help introduce younger residents to ideas of generosity, community service, and involvement in Shelby County while giving them a creative role in the campaign.
One Annual Drive, Many Ways to Participate
The final campaign total is built through many different forms of support.
Some people participate through workplace giving. Businesses may make corporate contributions or organize internal fundraisers. Volunteers donate their time. Students participate through school programs. Individual residents contribute directly.
Each action becomes part of the same annual effort.
That combination is what allows the Drive to generate dependable support year after year.
Continuing a 70-Year Tradition
By 2025, the annual campaign had been part of Shelby County for seven decades.
The first Drive in 1955 raised $75,249. Since then, the campaign has grown dramatically while maintaining its focus on organizations serving Shelby County residents.
The agencies and community needs have evolved over time, but participation from donors, businesses, volunteers, and community organizations remains at the center of the campaign.
Another Goal Exceeded
Finishing at $939,123.14 meant the 2025 Drive not only reached its goal but moved beyond it.
That success translated into resources for partner agencies carrying out work throughout Shelby County.
Behind the final number were thousands of individual decisions to participate, each helping continue a tradition built around giving close to home.