Blue Jean Ball

What a night, y’all! We just have to tip our hats and holler a big ol’ THANK YOU to everyone who two-stepped into the Blue Jean Ball this year. 

The evening was filled with boot-scootin’ fun, sweet treats, and community spirit. From the dance floor and sundae bar to the auction and raffle tables, generosity rippled out to support ALICE families across south central Indiana. 

A mighty shout-out to our incredible sponsors, partners, and volunteers—you’re the real deal, and we couldn’t do it without you. 

Most importantly, support goes straight to work here in South Central Indiana. Together, we’re fueling programs that:

• Open doors to Youth Opportunity so every child can learn, grow, and thrive.
• Build a Healthy Community with access to food, healthcare, and mental health support.
• Strengthen Financial Security so families can move from crisis to stability and stability to long-term success.

Every dollar raised helps connect people to possibility.

Together, we showed once again that #UnitedIsTheWay. 

This laid-back, fun-filled benefit concert brought people together for a memorable evening in the historic barn at Whippoorwill Hill, nestled in the heart of the rolling countryside.

Live country music from Jennifer Mlott, mouthwatering BBQ from Great White Smoke, a sundae bar from Bruster’s Ice Cream, a lively silent auction, and an exciting raffle with a variety of fantastic items. 

We were excited to welcome country music singer/songwriter Jennifer Mlott to the stage, who brought her powerhouse vocals and high-energy performance to get everyone two-stepping!

In south central Indiana, nearly half of families work hard but still struggle to make ends meet. For many, living paycheck to paycheck and staying at or below the poverty line is an ongoing challenge.

United Way is bringing the community together to provide immediate support—like access to food, shelter, and healthcare—while also helping build long-term financial stability through empowerment programs and youth opportunities.

Rhinestone Cowboy

Oliver Winery

Forever in Blue Jeans

Boston Scientific
Comcast

Boot Scootin'

Bloomington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
Duke Energy
German American
Hoosier Hills Credit Union
IU O’Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs
Ivy Tech Community College
Old National Bank

Country Roads

Bedford Federal Savings Bank
Comprehensive Financial Consultants
Indiana Members Credit Union
IU Health South Central Region
Kiwanis Club of South Central Indiana

A special thanks also to 

Jerry Sutherlin & Teresa Pittman-Bass for beautiful event photography 
Cohen Key with Key Photography for hosting a photobooth
Alana Judah for creating a live painting during the event

All proceeds benefit United Way of South Central Indiana to help people in our region connect to possibility.