Lilly Day of Service

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In an effort to engage a large percentage of their employees in a major beautification project, Eli Lilly and Company has formed a partnership with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful to make a major impact on the city of Indianapolis.

In the first year, Lilly expects to engage more than 8,000 volunteers in service. This date coincides with the company’s founding, which was May 10, 1876 and will celebrate their 132^nd birthday. Their goal is a team-oriented activity that makes a mark on the city of Indianapolis and gives their employees a greater sense of pride and engagement in their community.

Projects:

Harding St. (between I-70 and Raymond)

Tree planting along right of way at I-70 exit – 100 trees
Rhodius Park Tree Planting – 115 trees
Medians Enhancement surrounding Lilly Technology Center – 14 total
Trees within right of way along Harding by Kentucky – 20 trees
Trees along White River Trail west of Harding – 250 trees

Madison Ave. (between Terrace Ave. and Pleasant Run Pkwy)

Murals – 3 sites identified
Hendricks Park Tree Planting – 15 trees
Sexton Park Tree Planting – 15 trees
Tree Planting along Madison Avenue slopes – 250 trees
Manual High School Tree Planting – 100 trees
South New Jersey Median Enhancement – 2 total
Invasive Removal
Litter Cleanup

Monon Trail (between 10^th St. and 30^th St.)

Mural – 2 sites identified
Trail Tree Planting – 100 trees
O’Bannon Park Tree Planting – 50 trees
Litter Cleanup

Project Green Schools

8 Eagle Scout project schools
10 non-Eagle Scout project schools

Greenways Cleanup

Invasives removal
Litter Cleanup

Murals along Madison Ave. and the Monon Trail
Click now for the list of friends who helped on
the Mural Design Advisory Committee.

Manual High School students worked with professional artists to create the conceptual after pictures which are computer generated
Click on the links below to view mural locations and planned artwork
Provide comments and click to tell us your favorites

	Mural #1 Madison Avenue north of Manual High School Mural Inspiration: The butterflies flow from the center of a young person's mind and turn into various portraits that lead from childhood to adulthood and finally to some well known Indianapolis figures. This mural depicts the power of ideas, and how dedication to learning leads to success in life.
	Mural #2 Madison Avenue north of Raymond Street Mural Inspiration: Starting from the Indianapolis skyline, this mural depicts city children, adults, and families all active, enjoying life, and living healthfully—taking walks, flying kites, swinging on swing sets and riding bikes.
	Mural #3 Madison Avenue northern wall east side. Mural Inspiration: This mural celebrates music, as youth listen, play and dance to their own beat! This mural illustrates the joy we find in music, and more broadly, to how music and the arts contribute to a thriving and interesting city!
	Mural #4 Monon Trail Mural Inspirations: Sections A & B - This mural depicts people of all ages walking, skating, biking and enjoying a variety of activities along the Monon Trail. Section C - A garden of huge flowers blooms under a rainbow sky to remind us of nature and the beauty it holds, with butterflies symbolizing the promise of regeneration as each new season unfolds. Section D - Under a cloud dotted sky, trellises support crops and flowers in home and community gardens. Gardening and produce unite humankind through the ages, nurturing our bodies, and providing exercise and relaxation to all people of all ages in rural and urban environments.

Thanks!

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