Brightpoint

09/04/2026

Behind every Brightpoint program is a team of people working to support individuals, families, and communities across northeast Indiana.

We're currently hiring for multiple positions and looking for talented individuals to join our team. Visit our careers page to explore current openings and see if there's a role that's right for you: mybrightpoint.org/careers.

Image description: Blue, purple, and yellow striped background with a piece of paper pinned on top. Paper features Brightpoint logo and text: We are hiring: Youth Specialists, CKF Outreach Coordinator, Family Support Workers, Custodians, Family Advocates. Apply online.

09/03/2026

Brightpoint is proud to be a 2026 Charity Partner with Fort4Fitness!

If you're planning to participate in the Fall Festival races on September 26, there's still time to register and select Brightpoint as your charity partner. Your participation helps raise awareness and support for our mission of creating brighter futures throughout northeast Indiana.

Learn more and register at fort4fitness.org.

It's more than a race. It's Fort Wayne's biggest fitness celebration!

Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker or simply looking for a fun morning with family and friends, the Fort4Fitness Fall Festival has something for everyone. Choose the Half Marathon, 10K or 4 Mile and enjoy an unforgettable race day experience.

Once you cross the finish line at home plate inside Parkview Field, the celebration is just getting started:

🏅 Finisher medal at the finish line
🍎 Post race food
🛍️ Official event merchandise
🍺 Free beverage with your race bib coupon
🎪 Fall Festival Expo
🎶 Live music in the amphitheater
📱 Instant race results via the QR code on your bib

No matter your pace, you'll be surrounded by an incredible community, cheering crowds and an atmosphere you won't want to miss.

Register today and join us on September 26! 👟

🔗: https://fort4fitness.org/get-registered

09/02/2026

A lot happens behind the scenes at Brightpoint!

Today, we're giving you a glimpse into our Kendallville Head Start site and the dedicated team members who help create an engaging environment for children and families.

From preparing classrooms and planning activities to supporting children's growth and development, their work helps make Head Start a place where children can learn, explore, and build important skills.

Thank you to our Kendallville Brightpoint Head Start team for all they do each day. 💙

09/02/2026

Join us for Session #2 of the Landlord Education Series!

This session will cover the Fair Housing Act, including what discrimination is, who is protected under the law, and other important information for landlords and housing providers. The session will take place on September 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Allen County Public Library. Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a certificate.

Register today: https://form.jotform.com/261614208003141

08/31/2026

When Destiny Erhardt first connected with Brightpoint’s Weatherization program, she expected a few small improvements around her home. Instead, she found a caring team that went above and beyond and helped her family through a trying time.

When unexpected challenges arose, the Weatherization team continued looking for solutions. After discovering several inches of standing water in the crawl space, they brought in additional help to remove the water and repair related problems. They also addressed ventilation concerns, replaced aging equipment, and helped Destiny better understand how her home's systems worked.

"They made us feel like we were part of their team," she shares. "They walked us step by step through everything they were doing."

Today, the results are noticeable. Last summer, Destiny kept her thermostat set at 69 degrees and worried her air conditioner couldn't keep up with the heat. This summer, her home stays comfortable at 73 degrees while her cooling system runs far less often. She has also seen a significant reduction in energy use.

What began as a Weatherization project became something more: a safer, more efficient home and a caring team that helped her family through a challenging time.

Read more of Destiny’s story in our latest newsletter: https://www.mybrightpoint.org/index.php/3d-flip-book/newsletter-july-august-2026/

Image description: Destiny, surrounded by her mother and two children, smiles for a selfie on a sunny day with a neighborhood and trees in the background.

08/30/2026

There are no stops planned for the Brightpoint Mobile Office the week of August 30th. We will be back on the road next week!

To find out when we will be in your neighborhood, visit our full calendar here: mybrightpoint.org/events

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08/28/2026

Let’s shine the spotlight on some of our WEX interns! (WEX is code for work experience. 😉)

Brightpoint’s Youth Evolvement program connects youth ages 16-24 to paid internships and work experiences across 11 counties in Northeast Indiana.

Through WEX opportunities, youth and young adults gain valuable workplace skills, build confidence, explore career paths, and make meaningful connections that can help shape their futures.

We're thankful to partner with local employers who invest in the next generation!

Brightpoint Youth Evolvement

Image descriptions: Each photo features a youth or young adult intern sitting at a desk in front of a Brightpoint banner alongside their name and the logo of the employer who hosts the intern.

08/27/2026

Changes are coming to Indiana’s Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP). Effective January 1, 2027, certain HIP members ages 19-64 will be required to complete 80 hours each month of approved activities to keep their coverage, unless they qualify for an exemption. Approved activities may include: employment, education, job training, and/or volunteering.

To help partners and community members understand the new work requirements, Covering Kids & Families of Indiana and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) are hosting a town hall meeting next week.

HIP Work Requirements Town Hall
🗓 Tuesday, September 1
📍Ivy Tech Fort Wayne Auditorium - 3800 N Anthony Blvd.
🕓 6 to 7:30 p.m. ET

All are welcome: HIP members, partners, providers, and anyone who wants to understand the changes.

As always, Brightpoint can help HIP members navigate these changes and keep up with the required reporting. Schedule an appointment with our Health Coverage Assistance team at (800) 589-3506, option 2 or online at mybrightpoint.org/ckf.

08/26/2026

Women's Equality Day is a reminder that equality is about more than rights. It's also about access to opportunities.

For many women, access to affordable child care is essential to pursuing education, maintaining employment, and achieving financial stability. When child care is out of reach, women often face barriers that limit their ability to thrive.

Did you know that 46% of the households served by Brightpoint are headed by single mothers?

At Brightpoint, we believe that supporting families through quality child care and other resources helps create pathways to opportunity and strengthens our entire community.

💜 Happy Women's Equality Day.



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08/26/2026

Strong families build strong communities.

Through Brightpoint's Family Development program, families receive individualized support that helps them identify strengths, set goals, and move toward greater stability.

Last year:
✅ 5,681 people were served
✅ 75% of participating families improved their overall self-sufficiency
These results reflect the power of personalized support and the determination of the families we serve.

📖 Read more about Family Development and other community impact highlights in our 2025 Annual Report: https://www.mybrightpoint.org/index.php/3d-flip-book/annual-report-2025/