An Indianapolis philanthropic leader received the 2024 Sachem Award from Gov. Eric Holcomb, the latest in a long line of Hoosiers honored for their community contributions.
Clay Robbins, the chair and CEO of the Lilly Endowment, Inc., is a lifelong Hoosier, born and raised in the state’s largest city. This is Holcomb’s eighth and final Sachem Award honoree.
“Clay is a transformational leader in Indiana, and his humble service to our great state truly represents the very best of what it means to be an exemplary Hoosier,” Holcomb said. “His thoughtful approach to philanthropy and heart for improving the lives of Hoosiers will continue to inspire those who seek to create positive change in their communities, and it is for this reason, and many more, that I am bestowing my eighth and final Sachem to Mr. Robbins.”
While at Wabash he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta, Glee Club, The Bachelor, and the Student Senate. He majored in religion and minored in philosophy.
