One of Indianapolis' most influential men, Thomas W. Binford was a pioneer, visionary and civil rights leader. He participated in civic, philanthropic, cultural and political aspects of the city and state and was valued for his sensitivity, wise counsel, personal and financial support, and sincerity. In addition to his many personal interests, Binford spearheaded a group to buy the Pacers' basketball team in 1975 and served as its president and general manager for one year.

Because of Binford's exceptional character and contributions, the Pacers Foundation named a memorial in his honor. The Thomas W. Binford Friends of the Foundation Memorial Wall is located between The Indianapolis Star and Clarian Health Pavilions on the Main Concourse of Conseco Fieldhouse. Binford was an integral influence of this initial effort to raise funds for the Pacers Foundation endowment, and showed great enthusiasm for its potential to provide important services to Indiana youth into perpetuity.

THE GIFT
The opportunity to immortalize a special event, day or person on a 7.5"x 2.25" brick is yours with a gift of $500. When you make someone a part of the Thomas W. Binford Friends of the Foundation Memorial Wall, you give them more than the brick that bears their name. You give them the cheers that will echo through Conseco Fieldhouse for years to come. You give them the assurance that their brick will be cared for as long as Conseco Fieldhouse stands. You give them the dignity and honor of supporting the Pacers Foundation and the youth it serves.

In addition, donors will receive the following benefits: