Exciting things are happening at Calvary Lutheran School.  In December of 2025 Calvary received a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment to build an addition. This 4200 square foot addition will include a STEM (Science*Technology*Engineering*Mathematics) classroom, Resource Room, meeting space, office space, and study rooms. This project will not only add space for these important educational resources, but it will also free up other areas of the building currently housing these programs and activities. 

Imagine a student’s time at Calvary with a fit for purpose 1200 square foot STEM classroom equipped with 3-D printers, pulldown electric outlets, ample storage, and state-of-the-art technology. These facilities will impact student learning and awareness in all the areas of STEM, preparing them for a bright future ahead. 

A specifically designed and outfitted resource room is another large part of this building project. This dedicated space will promote a learning atmosphere that is both flexible and structured, helping us meet the demands of education today. These spaces would allow us to care for the needs of students in ways we have not fully been able to before. The building project is now underway with a target completion date of May 2027.

So, how can our church and school families support this project?

First, we ask for your prayers, as we seek the blessing and guidance of our Lord, so that this project will provide for students and faculty advancements now and for future generations. 

Second, we ask for your financial support. Calvary is responsible for 20% of the total costs of the project with the other 80% being covered by the grant through the Lilly Endowment. You may choose to contribute in any of the following ways:

• Contribute online at https://www.clcs.org/give. (Select the “STEM Campaign” selection on the giving website.)
• Donate using one of the campaign donation envelopes are available in the church or school offices, or through the “Other ____” line on your weekly donation envelopes (Clearly mark “Minds Inspired. Faith Empowered.” on your envelope.)
• Contact Calvary’s CAO, Tia Kochan, to discuss details (317-783-2000) to discuss any other types of donations (e.g., stock gifts, Qualified Charitable Disbursements from a retirement account)

Please make sure to clearly mark all gifts “Minds Inspired. Faith Empowered.” so your donation is directed properly.

By working together, we can directly impact the educational quality and the generational impact of Calvary Lutheran School both today and into the future. Please see regular updates in Calvary’s bulletin announcements, newsletter, and other communication pieces. For more details about the campaign or the building project, please watch the video at the top of this page.