Larry Reuben: His generosity lives on

Larry Reuben, a champion of WFYI Public Media, as well as a giant in philanthropy for central Indiana, died on September 11, at the age of 67. Through Mr. Reuben’s generosity, he benefited 13 central Indiana organizations that help provide voice to those who have limited opportunity to be heard.

Collectively, these organizations shared the following statement on September 14:

We are deeply saddened at the loss of our friend, attorney and community activist Lawrence M. Reuben. Larry was a giant in philanthropy and a transformational figure for all the organizations he touched. He didn't just give money; he truly cared about the impact of his investments and honoring the legacy of his parents, Albert and Sara Reuben. Beyond his philanthropy, he remained passionate and involved in the work of our organizations. He was the first one to send an email or make a congratulatory phone call when there was news of a success, and he spared no criticism of something with which he disagreed. He was someone we could count on, to show up at events, to offer ideas and assistance, to heap on the praise when it was deserved, and to continue to fertilize the seeds he had planted in organizations whose work makes life better for all people in Indiana.

Signers include: Albert and Sara Reuben Senior Community Resource Center, American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana, Beth-El Zedeck, Jewish Education program, Bureau of Jewish Education, Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP), Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana, Grameen Bank Indianapolis, Humane Society of Indianapolis, Immigrant Welcome Center, Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky, Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana University, The Julian Center, United Way of Central Indiana, WFYI Public Media.

“Larry Reuben made such a difference for WFYI, and believed that public media could be a voice for the common good in central Indiana,” said Lloyd Wright, WFYI President and CEO. “We are saddened by the loss of such a transformational leader, but will proudly carry his mission forward, to amplify the voices of our community well into the future.”