Greg & Lisa Conner establish Ivy Cares Nursing Emergency Fund

Ivy Tech Community College Hamilton County announces the establishment of the Ivy Cares Nursing Emergency Fund, made possible through the generous support of Greg and Lisa Conner. This fund will provide critical financial assistance to nursing students facing unexpected challenges, ensuring they can continue their education and contribute to the healthcare needs of Hamilton County.

Greg and Lisa Conner’s deep-rooted ties to Hamilton County and passion for healthcare inspired them to establish the Ivy Cares Nursing Emergency Fund for Hamilton County nursing students. (Photo provided)

The Conners’ deep-rooted ties to Hamilton County and passion for healthcare inspired this contribution. Greg, a 2001 Noblesville High School graduate, grew up in Noblesville and currently serves as President of Vanderlande North America, a Toyota Automated Logistics Company. Lisa, originally from Rahway, N.J., has called Indiana home for many years. She pursued her passion for healthcare by earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University and a Master of Science in Nursing from Ball State University. She has worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner with Riverview Health since 2012.

“Healthcare is an extremely underserved field,” Greg said. “We wanted to help create an avenue for members of this community to not only find their way into healthcare but also be able to financially make it possible.”

Lisa added, “I am proud to work in healthcare, serving the community we live in. Through this contribution, we are excited to support future nurses and the mission of Ivy Tech.”

The Conners emphasize the importance of having healthcare professionals from Hamilton County serving their own community.

“A big part of healthcare is about relating to your patients,” Lisa said. “You’re often interacting with people at the most vulnerable times in their lives. Having local professionals who share a connection with the community is vital.”

Ivy Tech Hamilton County Chancellor Dr. Rachel Kartz expressed her gratitude for the Conners’ generous donation.

“The Ivy Cares Nursing Emergency Fund will be a lifeline for our nursing students,” Dr. Kartz said. “Greg and Lisa’s commitment to supporting healthcare education in Hamilton County reflects the very best of community partnership. Their contribution will have a lasting impact on our students and the broader healthcare landscape in our county.”

Outside of their professional commitments, the Conners remain active in the local community. Greg serves as President of the Friends of Central Pool, which operates the Forest Park Aquatic Center, while Lisa volunteers with Hinkle Creek Elementary and serves as President of the Noblesville Swim Club Board of Directors.

“We are so fortunate to live in such a great community,” Greg said. “Noblesville and Hamilton County mean the world to our family, and we are firmly committed to helping ensure future generations have an even greater experience.”

For more information about the Ivy Cares Nursing Emergency Fund or to learn how to support Ivy Tech Hamilton County, please contact Kelly Wallace, Executive Director of Development Ivy Tech Community College, Hamilton County Campus, at (765) 203-1341 (texts are welcome) or by emailing kwallace138@ivytech.edu. You can also donate online at ivytech.edu/givenow.

About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor’s degree.