Values in Action
Carrying Forward Kirk and Deb’s Vision
Kirk and Deb Mace spent their lives serving Muncie—Kirk as a police sergeant, Deb as an investigator. Their legacy of compassion and community care lives on through the Kirk and Deb Mace Memorial Foundation Fund, established in 2023 in partnership with The Community Foundation.
Close friends Dr. Jeff and Sue Bird helped launch the fund to honor the Maces’ memory and values. “We wanted to make sure their legacy wouldn’t fade,” said Jeff. “The Foundation helps us focus on community engagement while they manage the investments and grantmaking.”
The fund has already awarded over $40,000 to local nonprofits and continues to grow through volunteer-led events like a golf tournament, motorcycle ride, and dance. It supports causes the Maces loved—like Little Red Door and Heroes & Helpers—and aims to build a $1 million endowment.
“We’re building something that will outlive us - Something that will keep honoring Kirk and Deb for generations.”
For those considering how to make a lasting impact, the Kirk and Deb Mace Memorial Foundation Fund shows how a bold vision—paired with the right partner—can create a legacy.
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