Indiana Establishes Faith-Based Institutions Initiative

Lt. Gov. Beckwith to lead new program aimed at supporting faith-based organizations

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has issued an executive order establishing the Indiana Faith-Based Institutions Initiative, a program that will be spearheaded by the office of Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith. The initiative aims to encourage and foster faith-based institutions to better serve individual Hoosiers, families, and communities across the state.

Why it matters

The state believes that Indiana's diverse faith community can bring unique skills, services, and resources to assist with societal challenges that the government alone cannot adequately address. By promoting collaboration between the state and faith-based partners, the initiative seeks to expand the reach of programs supporting Hoosiers in areas like addiction recovery, reentry after incarceration, family strengthening, and more.

The details

Through the initiative, Beckwith and the lieutenant governor's office will consult with experts and leaders of faith-based institutions to help identify ways to reduce barriers to their effective participation in addressing societal needs. The order specifically mentions supporting faith-based organizations working in the areas of addiction, reentry, family strengthening, workforce development, and community resilience.

  • The executive order was issued by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on February 26, 2026.

The players

Mike Braun

The governor of Indiana who issued the executive order establishing the Faith-Based Institutions Initiative.

Micah Beckwith

The lieutenant governor of Indiana who will spearhead the new initiative through his office.

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What they’re saying

“By promoting collaboration between state government and faith-based partners, the initiative aims to expand the reach of programs that help Hoosiers overcome addiction, reenter society after incarceration, strengthen their families, develop resilience through work and build meaningful lives rooted in purpose and service.”

— Micah Beckwith, Lieutenant Governor of Indiana (Social media post)

“Empowering organizations that uplift Hoosiers in times of need strengthens families, enhances civic engagement and broadens pathways to opportunity across our state.”

— Micah Beckwith, Lieutenant Governor of Indiana (Social media post)

What’s next

The Indiana Faith-Based Institutions Initiative will begin operating immediately under the leadership of Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith's office, with the goal of identifying ways to support and empower faith-based organizations across the state.

The takeaway

This new initiative reflects Indiana's belief that faith-based institutions can play a vital role in addressing societal challenges and supporting Hoosiers in need. By fostering collaboration between the state government and these community-rooted organizations, the program aims to expand the reach and impact of critical social services and programs.