Voices of Hope
Women's Resource Center of Hancock County presents
Second Annual

Voices of Hope

Community Talent Show
A singer in a sequined gown performing under stage lights
A smiling singer in a cowboy hat holding a microphone
A young singer with long red hair performing on stage
Feb 19, 2027Friday
7 p.m.Showtime
HJ Ricks Centrefor the Performing Arts • Greenfield, Indiana
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Why participate?

Share your talent. Support a great cause.

Prize money

Compete for Judge's Choice prizes and a $1,000 Audience Choice Prize.

Take the stage

Get a chance to be on stage at the HJ Ricks Centre for the Performing Arts and share your talent.

Raise money for good

You'll help raise money for an excellent cause: the Women's Resource Center.

The prizes

Judge's Choice Prizes

1st$1,500
2nd$750
3rd$500

Audience Choice Prize

$1,000

Steps to participate

  1. Submit your application online (use the link on the Performers page) along with a non-refundable $50 fee.
  2. You will receive email confirmation of your application once it is received. You must submit a 2-minute audition video (instructions will be provided) showcasing your talent.
  3. You will be notified if you were selected to participate in the live show on February 19, 2027, at the HJ Ricks Centre for the Performing Arts in Greenfield, IN.

Apply to perform

Look back

Last year's show

Moments from the first Voices of Hope.

A singer with long blonde hair performing with a microphone
A performer holding a microphone on stage
A violinist performing on stage

Be part of the show

Come to the show, take the stage, or wear your support.

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Every ticket supports local women and families

Proceeds benefit the Women's Resource Center of Hancock County, which provides mentoring, guidance, and connection to programs and services that help women and their families achieve economic self-sufficiency.

What the WRC does

Who you're supporting

Women's Resource Center of Hancock County

When a woman is strong, so too is her family, her neighborhood, and her entire community.

Our mission

To provide mentoring, guidance, and connection to programs and services that help women and their families achieve economic self-sufficiency.

The WRC does this through:

  • Referral to appropriate community agencies
  • Individual support offering guidance and mentoring through a personal plan of development
  • Empowerment through education, accountability, and personal growth

Our story

Founded in 2014, the Women's Resource Center of Hancock County, Inc. was born out of the work of the Women's Fund of Hancock County, Indiana, and continues to receive grant funding from the Fund each year.

The WRC helps women navigate life's hurdles, access community services, develop new skills, and move their lives forward, one step at a time, through a close mentoring relationship.

Programs and services

Budgeting

Practical help managing money and planning ahead.

Resume & interviewing

Resume building and interviewing techniques for the job search.

Applications & benefits

Assistance filling out applications and applying for benefits.

Rental & utility help

Assistance when funding is available.

Community connections

Connection to other local services and programs.

Personal care pantries

Indoor and outdoor pantries so women and families have access to essential items.

Your support makes this possible. The WRC works closely with local social service and government organizations, and events like Voices of Hope help fund this work in Hancock County.
Donate Visit hcwrc.org Learn about programs

Get in the room

Tickets

Voices of Hope • Friday, February 19, 2027 • 7 p.m. • HJ Ricks Centre for the Performing Arts, Greenfield, Indiana

Ticket sales are not open yet. Check back soon, or contact Tracy Butler at tracy@hcwrc.org or (317) 477-1959.

Choose General Admission ($20) in the checkout below.

Audience Choice Prize

Audience members help decide the $1,000 Audience Choice Prize. Voting details will be shared as the show approaches.

Venue

HJ Ricks Centre for the Performing Arts, Greenfield, Indiana
Street address and parking details coming soon.

Take the stage

Performers

Singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, and more are invited to share their talent and compete for prize money.

How to apply

  1. Submit your application online with the non-refundable $50 fee by January 15, 2027.
  2. Watch for your email confirmation, then submit a 2-minute audition video showcasing your talent (instructions will be provided) by January 15, 2027.
  3. Selected performers will be notified about the live show on February 19, 2027.

Apply now

Prizes at stake

  • Judge's Choice: 1st $1,500 • 2nd $750 • 3rd $500
  • Audience Choice: $1,000

Questions? Contact Tracy Butler at tracy@hcwrc.org or (317) 477-1959.

Last year's performers

A performer in a white jeweled cape playing guitar on stage
Dancers in white shoes performing on stage
A singer seated on a stool playing guitar in a spotlight

Last year's winners

Audience Choice winner Charlotte Matyayi holding the prize check with the judges
Audience Choice winnerCharlotte Matyayi
Judge's Choice winner Kaylee Johnson-Bradley holding the prize check with the judges
Judge's Choice winnerKaylee Johnson-Bradley

Take the stage

Performer application

Apply to perform in the Second Annual Voices of Hope Community Talent Show on February 19, 2027, at the HJ Ricks Centre for the Performing Arts in Greenfield. Proceeds benefit the Women's Resource Center of Hancock County.

Jan 15, 2027Application and audition video due
Feb 19, 2027Show night, 7 p.m.

Step 1: Pay the application fee

A non-refundable $50 application fee is required with your application.

In the checkout below, choose Performer Entry Fee ($50, non-refundable).

Step 2: Complete the application

After we receive your application you will get a confirmation email with instructions for submitting your 2-minute audition video.

Open the application form

The form opens in a new tab on Google Forms.

Read the waiver policies

These policies apply to all performers.

Women’s Resource Center, Inc. of Hancock County - Waiver Policies

Release of Liability

Upon acceptance as a Voices of Hope contestant, I accept sole responsibility for any injury (including but not limited to, personal injury, disability and death). I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless Women’s Resource Center of Hancock County, Inc. (WRC) from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the WRC its employees, volunteers or representatives, pertaining to infectious diseases, during or after participation in the Voices of Hope talent show.

Medical Emergencies

Should a medical problem or injury occur, I give my permission for basic first aid to be applied by WRC staff until I arrive or am notified.

Photo and Image Release

I consent to photography and recording of me for promotional and public relations, which may include, but are not limited to, photo displays, brochures, print ads, rehearsals, performances, DVD's, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, studio website and other social media. I understand that I will not receive any compensation for the use of these images.

Questions? Contact Tracy Butler at tracy@hcwrc.org or (317) 477-1959.

Wear your support

Merchandise

Green shirt with the "everyone has a story" Women's Resource Center design

Everyone has a story

Show your support for the Women's Resource Center with shirts and sweatshirts from the WRC online store. Orders are placed securely on the store's own site, and your purchase supports the WRC.

Shop the online store

Sizes, prices, and ordering are handled in the online store. Questions? Contact Mathea Moore at mathea@organicrobotdesigns.com or 317-318-8228.

With gratitude

Thank you to our sponsors

These businesses and individuals have committed to making Voices of Hope possible. Please support those who support our community.

Join the lineup

Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsoring Voices of Hope on February 19, 2027 puts your business in front of the Greenfield community and helps the Women's Resource Center empower women and strengthen families in Hancock County.

Gold Sponsor

$2,500
  • All Silver benefits
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the event
  • Premium logo placement
  • Six complimentary tickets
Become a Gold sponsor

Silver Sponsor

$1,000
  • Logo displayed at the event
  • Logo on our website
  • Four complimentary tickets
Become a Silver sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

$500
  • Recognition in the event program
  • Recognition on social media
  • Two complimentary tickets
Become a Bronze sponsor

Other Sponsor

Your amount
  • Recognition in the event program
  • Give at the level that works for you
Choose your amount

How to sponsor

  1. Choose your sponsorship level.
  2. Send your business name, contact person, phone, and email to tracy@hcwrc.org.
  3. Return your payment by February 5, 2027.

Payment options

  • Pay online by credit card using the secure form below
  • Check payable to Women's Resource Center, mailed to 312 E Main Street, Greenfield, IN 46140

Please return your completed form and payment by February 5, 2027.

Pay for your sponsorship

In the checkout below, choose Gold, Silver, or Bronze Sponsor.

Questions about sponsoring?

Contact Tracy Butler to talk through the levels or choose your own amount.

Email Tracy Butler (317) 477-1959