Batesville Kiwanis Club
Service club serving the Batesville community.
What they do: Its signature event is the annual Applefest at Liberty Park.
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Batesville Beautification League
Environmental beautification nonprofit that maintains community beautification projects, including memorial and honor bricks at the Village Green gazebo.
Who can join: Open — anyone interested in becoming a member, or just wanting to help out when they can.
Contact: President Clara, 812-934-3723; Vice President Connie, 812-934-4704 (as published May 2025 — not re-verified)
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Batesville Area Arts Council (BAAC)
A not-for-profit promoting the arts through artistic education, expression, and enjoyment in Batesville and the surrounding area.
What they do: Runs Arts in Education in K-12 classrooms across six Batesville and Oldenburg area schools, sponsors 20+ pieces of public art, and is run by a volunteer 20-member board.
Who can join: Open and inclusive — membership starts at $30/year; volunteering needs no artistic talent.
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Upcoming
- 37th Annual Auction for the Arts — “Art in Bloom” February 5, 2027, 6–11 PM, RomWeber Party Place
Batesville Main Street
Leads the effort to revitalize, support, and celebrate historic downtown Batesville — through events, business partnerships, and community connection.
What they do: An Indiana Accredited Main Street (2020) and 501(c)(3) since 2017, organized around four committees: Design, Economic Vitality, Events & Promotion, and Organizational Sustainability.
Who can join: Open to volunteers — event planning, beautification projects, supporting local businesses.
Contact: [email protected] · 132 S. Main Street, Batesville
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Upcoming events
- Main Street Greensburg's Small Business Saturday-Shop 'til You Drop NOV 28 · 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · 314 W Washington St, Greensburg, IN, Indiana 47240
Batesville Lions Club
Lions service club chartered December 14, 1942, and still active with 14 members.
Meetings: Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM at LaRosa’s Pizzeria (104 State Road 46 E).
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Batesville Area Historical Society — Batesville Historical Center
Researches, collects, preserves, and promotes the material culture and history of the Batesville area.
What they do: The Society formed in 1999; the Historical Center opened on George Street in 2008.
Who can join: Membership open — $15/year personal, $25/year couples, including event notices and newsletters.
Meetings: Museum hours: Thursday–Friday 10 AM–2 PM, Saturday 9 AM–12 PM. Group tours at other times by arrangement.
Contact: Curator Carolyn Dieckmann, 812-212-9382 · Museum 812-932-0999 · 15 W. George Street
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Upcoming
- 8th Annual All Aboard Model Train Exhibit October through December 2026 — 20+ trains in 15 displays, during regular museum hours
Batesville Community Education Foundation (BCEF)
Benefits Batesville through engaging, practical school programs that go beyond the basics — grants, scholarships, and learning opportunities in academics, athletics, and the arts.
What they do: An independent 501(c)(3), separate from the school corporation, with its own board.
Who can join: Donors and community sponsors fund the programs; scholarships are a separate track for BHS students.
Contact: [email protected] · P.O. Box 121, Batesville
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Batesville Food Pantry
Supported financially and through volunteers from area churches. Serves neighbors in need of food assistance — 750+ neighbors each month.
Who can join: Anyone can volunteer (20+ serve each week) or donate; neighbors in need can receive food assistance.
Meetings: Open every Wednesday 12–4 PM and the 4th Tuesday of the month 4:30–6:30 PM at 920 County Line Rd. Closed Wednesday, November 25 and Wednesday, December 30, 2026.
Contact: (812) 932-2622 opt. 2
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Batesville Athletic Boosters Club
Nonprofit supporting Batesville athletics.
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Rotary Club of Batesville
Local service and networking club.
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Ripley County Community Foundation
Manages local philanthropic funds, community grants, and youth outreach programs like Ripley Youth Outreach.
Contact: 13 E George St Ste b, Batesville
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VFW Post 3183 & Auxiliary
Supports veterans, active-duty service members, and local families.
Meetings: Auxiliary meetings on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 PM.
Contact: 132 E Boehringer St, Batesville
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Upcoming events
- Veteran's Day - Honoring our Veterans Program NOV 11 · 2:30 PM–3:30 PM · 410 Park Road, Greensburg, IN, Indiana 47240
American Legion Post 271
Coordinates local veteran services and community events like Memorial Day ceremonies.
Contact: 2899 E Legion Rd, Batesville
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Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE Aerie #1130)
Social and non-profit fraternal organization uniting members in the spirit of community.
Contact: 104 W Pearl St, Batesville
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Knights of Columbus
Catholic fraternal service organization offering a social hall and community event space.
What they do: Known locally as “The Hall”.
Contact: 624 Delaware Rd, Batesville
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Knights of St. John
Regional charity and fraternal organization.
Contact: 111 S Vine St, Batesville
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Tri-County Coon Hunter’s Association
Hosts shooting sports, practice sessions, and outdoor events.
Contact: 417 N Coonhunters Rd, Batesville
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Batesville Young Life
Faith-based youth mentoring and social organization for high school students.
Contact: 4 S Park Ave, Batesville
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So Loved Closet
Community clothing and outreach support resource.
Contact: 920 County Line Rd, Batesville
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