CCHA Cares: Penrod
POST DATE: 8.11.25
CCHA Cares: Penrod
At CCHA Law, we believe in supporting the arts and that vibrant culture nurtures thriving communities. Which is why we’re proud to support Penrod and their annual event, The Penrod Arts Fair.
In this month’s CCHA Cares blog, we’ll highlight Penrod’s history, how they benefit our community, and how we can support its mission focusing on the cultivation, encouragement and development of public interest in and support of those arts, cultural and educational institutions located in and around Marion County, Indiana, its surrounding counties and the Indiana area in general.
About Penrod
Penrod is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Indianapolis with a mission to support arts and cultural initiatives and organizations in central Indiana. Penrod is led by members of The Penrod Society, a fellowship of professionals who dedicate time to uplifting the community through art. The organization is well-known for its signature event, The Penrod Arts Fair, the largest single-day art fair in the country.
Its flagship event, the Penrod Arts Fair, takes place annually on the first Saturday after Labor Day at Newfields. What began as a modest afternoon gathering at Oldfields has evolved into one of the largest single-day arts fairs in the nation, attracting around 20,000 attendees and featuring over 1,000 visual and performing artists, multiple performance stages, and numerous community partners across the grounds.
Proceeds from the fair directly fund grants for arts, cultural, and educational institutions across central Indiana, which support dozens of organizations, artists, and students each year.
Why We Support Penrod
Partnering with Penrod aligns perfectly with our commitment to uplift local organizations and amplify the impact of volunteer-led philanthropy. CCHA Law attorney Justin Hays is in his second year as a volunteer with Penrod Society and CCHA Law attorney Frederick Sprunger is in his first year as a volunteer with Penrod.
“Supporting Penrod is about celebrating creativity, the arts community, and supporting an all-volunteer organization that returns 100% of its proceeds from The Penrod Arts Fair to artists and art-based organizations from Indianapolis and the surrounding communities.. We’re proud to support The Penrod in nurturing Indianapolis’ cultural vitality.”— Justin Hays, Attorney & Volunteer at CCHA Law
Attend the 2025 Penrod Arts Fair
Penrod’s 58th annual Arts Fair is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Newfields.
This year’s event features over 1,000 visual and performing artists, five performance stages, a lively children’s area, food and beverage vendors, and more than 50 community booths representing arts nonprofits.
The night before the fair, guests can also purchase tickets to the 12th Annual Evening with Penrod on Friday, September 5, 2025. This exclusive preview gala offers early access to art from more than 100 artists, along with food, live performances, and a festive garden-party atmosphere. CCHA is proud to be a corporate sponsor for this year's Evening With Penrod for the second year in a row.
The evening is 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. and admission to the next day’s fair is included.
How You Can Support Penrod
Attend the fair! Tickets to the fair can be purchased online here, and Evening With Penrod tickets can be purchased here. Immerse yourself in art, music, and culture while making a tangible impact in central Indiana.
Become a sponsor! Learn more about how you or your company can help to sponsor this organization.
Volunteer! The Penrod Arts Fair event is run solely by volunteers. All volunteers receive a free ticket to enjoy the fair.
Consider making a donation! All proceeds are distributed back to the Central Indiana community in the form of grants.
About Church Church Hittle and Antrim
CCHA Law is proud to live, work, and serve in and around Indiana. We believe in giving back and have a long-standing commitment to the communities we serve.
As a full-service law firm, CCHA Law provides a myriad of legal services to clients across a wide variety of practice areas including: personal injury, business formation and representation, divorce and family law, estate planning and administration, collegiate sports, k-12 and higher education, complex litigation, governmental entity and municipal law, real estate law, criminal law, labor and employment law, mediation services, and appellate litigation. CCHA Law serves clients across the country and has offices in Indiana in Noblesville, Fishers, Fort Wayne, Tipton, Crown Point, Westfield, and Zionsville. Contact us to learn more.
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