Elevate 2025

Chris Leeuw

We're honored to welcome Chris Leeuw, founder of NeuroHope, as our Elevate guest speaker! Hear his inspiring journey from spinal cord injury to recovery and his mission to expand accessible rehabilitation.

Richard Propes

Richard Propes is an award-winning activist who has raised over $1million for organizations working to end violence in the lives of children. For more information on the Tenderness Tour, visit The Tenderness Tour. To discover Richard's story, read "The Hallelujah Life." Richard is a Tomatometer approved film journalist and founder/publisher for TheIndependentCritic.com. 

DJ Rickey Fontaine

Rickey is an Indianapolis native and seasoned DJ with over 15 years of experience performing at community events, weddings, and celebrations across the city. Known for his ability to create vibrant, inclusive atmospheres, Rickey uses music as a powerful tool to bring people together. He has DJed for many public benefit events, including for the Parks Alliance of Indianapolis, as part of the REV "Talent Crew", and at numerous community-focused gatherings throughout the city. His passion for music and connection shine through every performance.

Indianapolis Arts Chorale

Founded in 1972, the Indianapolis Arts Chorale uplifts the human spirit for multiple generations of singers and audiences by building deep emotional connections through the art of choral singing. The Indianapolis Arts Chorale is a not‑for‑profit community of auditioned voices with a commitment to excellence and a passion for choral music and its future. These are its hallmarks and have been for over half a century.