Grants – Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro

More Than a Meal: A Community Lifeline

Kabrina Shamburger — Wed, 28 May 2025 15:32:28 +0000

When Mrs. Eleanor Thompson lost her husband, life grew quiet and isolating. At 78, mobility challenges made it difficult to prepare meals, and without nearby family, she often skipped eating altogether. But everything changed when Meals on Wheels entered her life. With every hot, nutritious meal delivered to her door, Eleanor not only regained her strength—she rediscovered connection.

Her story is just one of hundreds. In the past year alone, Senior Resources of Guilford Meals on Wheels program has reached 859 seniors, delivered 132,464 meals, and provided 851 Santa Bags for Seniors during the holidays. Even cherished pets weren’t forgotten—2,500 meals were delivered to 45 animal companions. Behind these numbers are dedicated volunteers like Cheryl, who says, “Every time I thought I could do something to help, I received so much more in return,” and Bev, who now delivers daily meals to what she calls her “Greensboro family.”

Meals on Wheels delivers more than food—it brings dignity, friendship, and hope to our senior neighbors. Senior Resources of Guilford recently purchased a medically tailored meal delivery truck with support from the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, the Cone Health Foundation, and the Foundation for a Healthy High Point. This medically tailored meal delivery truck will enable Senior Resources of Guilford to reach older adults who require renal diets and reduced sugar meals. The Community Foundation is honored to support this critical work which shows us how powerful small, consistent acts of care can be.

Senior Resources of Guilford

Providing Supportive Services that enhance independence

For nearly five decades, Senior Resources of Guilford has been a trusted pillar of support, delivering programs that promote dignity, connection, and independence for the region’s aging population.

Through strategic partnerhips with United Way of Greater Greensboro and United Way of Greater High Point, this organization works to advocate and provide supportive services that enhance the independence, health and quality of life for seniors. From meal deliveries and transportation to wellness checks and community events, Senior Resources of Guilford ensures that every eligible senior, regardless of race, color, creed, or gender, has access to life-enhancing services that support their health and well-being.

Women to Women Accepting Letters of Intent

Kabrina Shamburger — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:37:04 +0000

Now Accepting Letters of Interest for the 2025 Grant Cycle

Women to Women is now accepting Letters of Interest (LOIs) for the 2025 grant cycle from April 1 – April 30, 2025. If your organization is working to create meaningful impact for women and their families in the Greensboro area, we invite you to submit.

All application details, including eligibility and the LOI submission link, can be found on our website: womentowomengreensboro.org

Teen Grantmaking Council Announces 2025 Grantees

Kabrina Shamburger — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:33:14 +0000

The Teen Grantmaking Council (TGC) brings together high school students from across Guilford County to explore the power of philanthropy, discuss issues impacting teens, and take an active role in community grantmaking. The 2024-2025 TGC cohort was composed of 28 bright and passionate students from 13 different high schools, selected through a competitive application and interview process.

This year, the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro introduced two specialized committees within TGC: the Marketing and Communications Committee and the Grants Committee. These groups allowed students to deepen their knowledge of nonprofit funding and campaign development, giving them hands-on experience in making a meaningful impact. The 2024-2025 cohort selected food insecurity and sustainability, youth development and education, and race/immigrant and refugee status as their primary focus areas for funding.

Through a rigorous process that included revising the grant application, conducting interviews, and hosting deliberation sessions, the TGC Grants Committee awarded $20,000 in funding to eight youth-led initiatives dedicated to making Greensboro a stronger, more equitable community. With five hours of in-depth discussions and evaluations, these students demonstrated the power of youth-driven philanthropy and their commitment to shaping a brighter future.

Being Great Inc.

This project will support the product of Youthful Conversations, an award-winning podcast designed to empower and inspire young people by addressing the real-world issues that matter most to them. 

Chase's Chance, Inc.

The “Dream Achievers Program” will provide mentorship, resources, & workshops for students in Guilford County. 

First Tee

Central Carolina: The Ace Program is First Tee’s capstone program, which takes a multi-layered approach incorporating self-exploration, active investigation of potential education and career paths, demonstration of leadership in their community, and development of goals and assets to kick-start the future of youth participants

Grimsley High School

The Grimsley Green Club will purchase 30 recycling bins to ensure every classroom at Grimsley High School can recycle. 

Hack Club

Tech Refuge aims to bridge the digital divide for immigrants and refugees by hosting a camp where participants will learn how to operate computers, navigate online job searching, and develop essential skills for the workforce. 

Page High School

The Page High School Psychology Club will lead a Mental Health Awareness Week to improve students’ mental well-being. 

The Unfiltered Voice of Nations' Gentlemen

Empowering Voices is a youth-led initiative by Unfiltered Voices of Nations that supports immigrant and minority youth in Greensboro through workshops, mentorship, and community events. The program aims to equip participants with the skills, resources, and opportunities to lead impactful lives. 

W.D. Mohammed Islamic Center

The “Eating to Live Community Food Co-Op” project will educate youth about the concept of community food cooperatives by raising seasonal crops and bulk purchasing fish, meat, and dairy to sustain quality nutrition in a food desert. 

She Built This City teaches women construction, repair skills

Kabrina Shamburger — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:36:28 +0000

Watch the video interview with Shana Shumate of She Built This City here.

More than 80 years ago, Rosie the Riveter became a cultural icon, inspiring women to fill the jobs left by men as they went off to fight in World War II. Now, a new generation of Rosies is teaching young women to fill more jobs traditionally held by men. They’re learning the ins and outs of construction and home repair with an organization called She Built This City, and it’s with support from the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro.

The whir of saw blades and the pounding of a hammer with women building something more than just a wall or shelf. She Built This City started in Charlotte and expanded into Greensboro. The nonprofit helps women learn trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical work. But safety is always first.

“First they learn basic safety and they learn about OSHA. They get an OSHA 10 certification through us as well. Then they learn tools. They learn how to use them properly,” says Shamilya Mitchell-Goss, the program manager for the Greensboro chapter. She believes in having all people learn a trade.

“Honestly, anyone that applies that wants a career in the skilled trades and is serious about it can get into the program,” says Mitchell-Goss, “but again, we target women.”

The nine-week program covers a lot of information and includes hands-on experience. Every student builds one of these three-by-three mini walls. Learning how to frame joists, install plumbing, and wire an electrical outlet. By the time they are done, they have applied the basics of all the trades to this one little wall.

Like Boston, many of the women who take part in the program are trying to better themselves and their families. Mitchell-Goss says construction work is perfect because it offers long-term job security.

Like Rosie the Riveter decades ago, the “we can do it” attitude still lives strong for women willing to get their hands dirty in a male-dominated field. Carolyn Boston says she would tell other women “to have an open mind and be ready to work with your hands.”

Read the full article at https://myfox8.com/spotlight/community-foundation/she-built-this-city-teaches-women-construction-repair-skills/

Learn more about this Organization

She Built This City’s mission is to provide industry-disruptive programming that sparks interest and builds pathways to lucrative careers in the skilled trades for youth, women, and marginalized communities. Our vision is to dismantle barriers and stigmas in traditionally male-dominated industries through innovative, sustainable practices that prepare us for a future of jobs that have yet to be created.

Guilford County nonprofit offers behavioral health services to families

Kabrina Shamburger — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:57:57 +0000

For more than a decade, the Kellin Foundation has helped provide behavioral health services to the Greensboro community, and now thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, it will be able to expand even more.

“We don’t want to wait until families get into crisis to be able to get the help and support that they need,” says Kelly Graves, the President, CEO and Co-founder of the Kellin Foundation. “So we’re hoping that we can help fill that gap and provide support for community services, really focusing on that prevention and treatment side.”

For the past decade, she’s served the Greensboro and Guilford County communities, providing mental health resources for those who might not typically have access to them. She says the Kellin Foundation hub “extends that reach by providing not only the behavioral health services but other integrated services under one roof. So now a family that comes in for mental health services can also access other services.”

Those services are through other nonprofits that partner with Kellin to be able to help people no matter their age or needs. “We do serve families from ages zero to 110,” says Graves. “But we do value our multi-generational approach here.”

The foundation’s Director of Strategic Partnerships, Lisa Duck, says if one member of a family is struggling, then “the entire family has an issue or problem, and so we want to be here to make sure that we’re able to address that need.”

Duck says the foundation serves an astonishing 12,000 people, helping them with all sorts of mental health issues from depression and anxiety to substance abuse. Kellin also has other community services available including access to a food pantry and access to some primary health care on-site, but Kellin volunteer Tara Sandercock says, staff have noticed a gap in their coverage for seniors dealing with isolation, which has led them to the development of a new senior center.

The foundation is also looking for volunteers. That’s something Duck finds close to her heart. “Volunteerism has been something that I’ve been a part of for my whole life, and I encourage members of our community to jump in, pitch in, pick up a paint brush, jump in today, and I encourage everyone to be a part of our mission.”

To learn how you can donate or volunteer, you can go to the Kellin Foundation’s website.

Future Fund Announces 2024 Grantees

Kabrina Shamburger — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:53:58 +0000

$60,000 in nonprofit grants awarded to support healthcare advocacy

Future Fund, a permanent grantmaking endowment of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (“Community Foundation”), is pleased to announce its 2024 nonprofit grantees. The Grants Committee of the Future Fund awarded $60,000 to six local organizations that are creating lasting impacts in the community through innovative healthcare advocacy programs.

“Our young professionals are proud to support organizations that are driving critical healthcare advocacy and ensuring equitable access for all. This year’s grantees embody the passion, innovation, and dedication that define our generation’s commitment to creating healthier, more resilient communities. We are excited to invest in their efforts to make lasting, positive change.”

Below are the nonprofit organizations and initiatives that Future Fund is supporting within its chosen field of interest for 2024: Healthcare Advocacy.

2024 Nonprofit Organizations and Programs Supported by Future Fund

PDY&F Community Garden - $5,000

PDY&F Community Garden is working to address food disparities in East Greensboro. They are continuing this work by creating their GardenFit program, which Future Fund’s grant award will support. This community-driven initiative tackles the challenges of food deserts, limited access to recreational opportunities, and high obesity rates by providing residents with tools to adopt healthier lifestyles.

PDY&F will enhance its GardenFit program by expanding access to fresh produce and bolstering its health education and fitness components. This funding will allow the organization to serve more residents, provide additional resources for gardening and exercise, and facilitate educational workshops on nutrition and wellness. GardenFit also emphasizes mental health by offering a stress-reducing space for gardening and exercise while fostering a sense of community and belonging. Through these efforts, PDY&F aims to create sustainable, positive health outcomes in East Greensboro.

Combat Female Veterans Families United - $7,000

CFVF United exists to provide transition services to Combat Female Veterans and their families, supporting life after war. They directly confront the issue and lack of support services to address the unique and multi-layered post-deployment obstacles faced by female veterans. With funding from the Future Fund, CFVF United aims to expand Breaking the Silence, emphasizing that mental health is a critical component of healthcare.

The project will promote mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and advocate for mental health services as essential healthcare. Through outreach, education, and advocacy, CFVF United will ensure that female veterans, often overlooked in traditional healthcare systems, receive comprehensive and empathetic support. This initiative integrates mental health into the broader healthcare narrative and championing systemic change to improve outcomes for female veterans.

Community Housing Solutions - $10,000

Community Housing Solutions (CHS) improves the lives of low-income seniors in Guilford County through its Aging Gracefully program, which utilizes the evidence-based CAPABLE model developed by Johns Hopkins University. In partnership with Cone Health and Triad Healthcare Network, the program delivers a comprehensive, personalized approach to senior health and home safety. Over four to five months, participants work with an occupational therapist, a registered nurse, and CHS construction staff to receive health education, training, and home modifications tailored to their needs.

These modifications, such as walk-in showers, access ramps, and handrails, enhance accessibility, prevent falls, and support independent living. The program has been proven to reduce falls by 80%, alleviate depression, and significantly improve participants’ ability to perform daily activities, ensuring they can remain safe and confident in their homes. This funding will allow CHS to provide critical home repairs and accessibility modifications to additional participants, addressing the growing demand for these transformative services.

Depressed While Black - $10,000

Depressed While Black is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Black psychiatric patients by addressing their unique needs with dignity and care. The organization provides Black-affirming personal care items and transitional support to ensure patients can focus on their recovery and reintegrate into their communities. Through initiatives like the Black Beauty Supply Kits, patients receive all-natural, handmade items such as shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, and shea butter tailored to Black skin and hair textures.

These kits help patients maintain grooming, a critical aspect of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) that influences discharge readiness, particularly in hospitals lacking resources suited for Black patients. Additionally, the organization’s WISH List program supplies essential items to patients and staff, often filling critical gaps for unhoused individuals leaving psychiatric care. Future Fund’s grant award will allow Depressed While Black to expand their services into the Cone Health system.

Greensboro Cerebral Palsy Association - $13,000

The Greensboro Cerebral Palsy Association (GCPA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children from birth to age three with developmental delays and disabilities, along with their families. Through its core Infant-Toddler Early Intervention Program, GCPA provides comprehensive therapeutic services and early intervention strategies designed to improve developmental abilities and support overall wellness. Operating 180 days a year in alignment with the Guilford County Schools calendar, the program offers personalized, full-day programming led by therapists and classroom staff.

GCPA will use their grant award to help fund their Community-Based Rehabilitative Services Program (CBRS). This program plays a crucial role in supporting parents as they navigate healthcare networks, understand their child’s diagnosis, and implement developmental strategies in their daily routines. The CBRS program provides targeted, consistent support for families, addressing challenges like behavior management, access to resources, and administrative assistance. By formalizing and expanding this service, GCPA aims to better equip families with the tools and knowledge needed to foster their child’s growth and well-being.

Mustard Seed Community Health- $15,000

Mustard Seed Community Health is the only free-standing nonprofit and charitable clinic in Guilford County. Mustard Seed Community Health has been dedicated to improving the well-being of residents in the Cottage Grove community of East Greensboro and beyond for the past ten years. Their services extend beyond medical treatment to address critical social determinants of health. Patients receive personalized care from the clinic’s founder, Dr. Beth Mulberry, who works closely with a team to provide counseling, food assistance, wellness checks, and access to community resources.

The clinic’s Health Outreach Team plays a vital role in connecting patients to services such as healthy food boxes, social programs, and educational resources. Their Mobile Food Market, open to the entire community, provides fresh produce and healthy options for residents. Over the years, Mustard Seed has grown significantly, expanding its operations to neighboring apartments to meet the increasing demand for their services. Through their compassionate, community-focused approach, they have made a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable populations in Greensboro. Future Fund’s grant will allow Mustard Seed to continue expanding their work to meet the needs of Guilford County.

Women to Women Announces 2024 Community Grants

Kabrina Shamburger — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:54:03 +0000

$276,000 Marks Largest Grant Year for Programs Serving Women and Families

Women to Women (W2W), a permanent grantmaking endowment of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (CFGG), is pleased to announce $276,000 in grants to 12 nonprofit programs assisting women and their families. This amount marks W2W’s largest, single grant year and brings its total giving to over $1.9 million since 2010.

“When women and girls are given the support to step up and out of poverty, the effects are transformative,” said Dena Maginnes-Jeffrey, Director of Community Engagement for CFGG. “In turn, children gain role models for better lives and relationships, opportunities for greater education and health, and bigger ideas about their role in the world,” said Maginnes-Jeffrey.

Below are the nonprofit organizations and programs that W2W is supporting in the areas of healthcare, mobility, housing, food insecurity, education, and workforce opportunities. Individual program summaries are included at the end of this media release.

Out of The Garden Project - $45,000

Fresh Mobile Markets in Greensboro

Fresh Mobile Markets provide fresh groceries to low-income communities, offering food relief that lasts 5-14 days per household.

One Step Further - $30,000

Community Support & Nutrition Program

Community Support & Nutrition Program increases access to healthy food, healthcare, and support for marginalized communities in Guilford County.

Mustard Seed - $28,000

Preventing Illness for Women and Children Through Vaccination

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Family Service of the Piedmont - $25,000

Healthy Start Program Capacity Building

Healthy Start Program hires a new Caseworker to provide services to 36-44 additional families, ensuring age-appropriate child development in families facing risk factors.

BackPack Beginnings - $25,000

Family Market Expansion

Expansion will increase capacity to serve more families with food and basic necessities, adding a new family market for personalized shopping and flexible hours. Current services provide food, clothing, and comfort to over 12,000 children annually.

Journey Adult Day Center - $25,000

Our Health Our Wealth

Our Health Our Wealth offers activities for adults in low-income neighborhoods and training for caregivers, ensuring a safe environment for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Kellin Foundation - $20,000

Recovering Hope: Providing Critical Mental Health Supports for Underserved Women and Girls

Recovering Hope provides mental health support for underserved women and girls through counseling, support groups, and resource coordination, serving 200 individuals in need.

Court Watch of North Carolina - $20,000

Pro Se Support for Family Strength

Pro Se Support for Family Strength offers co-parenting classes, virtual visitation for children with absent parents, and process servers for court documents.

College Pathways of the Triad - $18,000

College Pathways Expansion

College Pathways Expansion supports 15 high school juniors with college advising, expanding access through a new school-based site.

Wheels4Hope - $15,000

Wheels4Hope

Funds assist in repairing 20 donated cars for referred women, ensuring they have safe and reliable transportation.

Family Room - $15,000

Family Room Placement Pantry 2024

The Placement Pantry provides groceries and household items for foster families, easing the transition for children entering new homes.

Youth Focus - $10,000

My Sister Susan's House

My Sister Susan's House provides housing and support for pregnant or parenting youth experiencing homelessness, offering resources for long-term independence.

Women to Women is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty for women and girls through strategic grantmaking. Backed by the enthusiasm and support of individuals and corporations, W2W has invested more than $1.9 million back into the community through grants to over 60 nonprofit programs since 2010.

Women to Women is a permanent grantmaking endowment at the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro dedicated to empowering women and children to create healthy families and vibrant communities in Guilford County. Each year this initiative awards high-impact grants to programs, organizations, and projects that create a positive and measurable impact on women, their families, and their futures. Since 2010, Women to Women has awarded more than $1.9 million to over 60 programs transforming the lives of women and girls and improving the well-being of our entire community. For more information, visit www.womentowomengreensboro.org.

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is a charitable organization that inspires giving, maximizes opportunities and strengthens communities for present and future generations. With $300 million in assets and approximately 700 charitable funds under management, it promotes philanthropy by addressing emerging community issues, managing permanent endowments, and collaborating with individuals, families, corporations, private foundations, and nonprofit organizations to achieve their charitable objectives. In 2023, it received $13.6 million in contributions and granted $18.2 million. For more information, visit www.cfgg.org.

Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Announces $1.5 Million in Grants

Kabrina Shamburger — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:55:01 +0000

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (“Community Foundation”) announces $1.5 million in nonprofit grants to support the Foundation’s focus on eldercare, health and wellness, economic mobility, and cultural vibrancy in the Triad. $1.1 million of these funds will support capital improvements for equipment, facilities, and housing for older adults through the Charles L. “Buddy” Weill Fund (“Weill Fund”), a permanent endowment of the Community Foundation.

Elder Care/The Charles L. “Buddy” Weill Fund

Tim Rice, chair of the Weill Fund Advisory Committee, says, “Buddy intended that his assets be deployed to improve the care of the elderly in our community. We are building on Buddy’s legacy by supporting five outstanding area nonprofits, helping residents of the Triad live longer, healthier, and more comfortable lives.”

Mr. Weill, who passed away in 2020, bequeathed $50 million to the Community Foundation to help greater Greensboro become the premier region in the U.S. for facilities and services for older adults. This year, Weill Fund grantees include:

Community Housing Solutions ($303,600 over two years) To provide critical home repairs for at least 125 low-income senior adult homeowners
Kellin Foundation ($500,000 over two years) To support facility upgrades for a senior center within the Hope Hub
Mount Zion Baptist Church of Greensboro (Mt. Zion Development Corporation) ($100,000.00 over two years) To build capacity, organizational and governance structure, and a strategic plan leading to the development of at least 300 units of housing
Senior Resources of Guilford ($36,000) To purchase a delivery vehicle that would deliver medically tailored meals for individuals 60 and older in Guilford County
The Servant Center ($250,000 over two years) To provide shelter and housing services to unhoused older and disabled individuals, too ill or frail to recover from illness or injury in a shelter or on the streets

Cultural Vibrancy

The Community Foundation is investing in a culturally vibrant Greensboro where all residents have access to diverse cultural, educational, and natural resources. 2024 grantees include:

Cambodian Cultural Center of North Carolina ($14,000 over two years) To bolster organizational sustainability and cultural programming by increasing organizational capacity and delivering youth programming and traditional cooking
Casa Azul of Greensboro ($40,000 over two years) To support operational expansion and deepen Latino art and literacy projects across Greensboro.
Piedmont Blues Preservation Society ($60,000 over two years) To expand organizational capacity that allows the organization to execute community building and grow resources that provide cultural and educational experiences.
Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet ($14,000) To support the production of The Hair Journey, which premiered on April 23, 2024, at the UNCG Auditorium; teach dance lessons and facilitate workshops around story time, hair braiding classes, sewing, and visual arts leading up to performances; and allow community members to learn about Black hair culture and history

Economic Mobility

The Community Foundation is advancing economic mobility by funding organizations engaged in workforce development and education, small business and entrepreneurship, and access to workforce housing. 2024 grantees include:

Church Worldwide Services Greensboro ($25,000) To support workforce development and education efforts for racially and culturally diverse refugees and immigrants in Guilford County
National Institute of Minority Economic Development ($60,000 over two years) To build capacity of women and BIPOC-owned businesses
SchermCo Foundation ($25,000)
To support workforce development and education efforts through family engagement
She Built This City ($50,000 over two years) To provide women in Greensboro access to the skilled trade fields through its Pre-Apprenticeship program

Health and Wellness

The Community Foundation recognizes that health and wellness are foundational components of any thriving community and that residents must have the opportunity to age with dignity and access services that foster health and wellness for the whole person. The Community Foundation also funds direct services for uninsured and underinsured populations in Guilford, Randolph, and Rockingham Counties and increases access to fresh, healthy, and nourishing food. 2024 grantees include:

Black Child Development of Greensboro ($10,000) To increase food security for Extended Learning Opportunities program participants by purchasing hydroponic grow towers and providing healthy food packages
Children’s Cancer Partners ($15,000) To expand access to transportation to pediatric oncology care for children diagnosed with cancer in Guilford, Randolph, and Rockingham
Organization to Provide Equal Access to Technology ($10,000) To fund scholarships for Silver Tech, a computer training program that provides individuals aged 50 and above with the necessary skills to use technology
Second Harvest Food Bank ($15,000) To support the distribution of fresh produce, interactive cooking classes, and garden workshops.
Triad Health Project ($15,000) To support uninsured and undocumented people living with HIV in Guilford and Randolph counties through initial intake to the establishment of services

“Local nonprofits play a crucial role in making Greensboro a thriving, healthy, and culturally vibrant community,” said Marissa Benton-Brown. “By providing these grants, we empower these organizations, support their efforts, and drive meaningful change in our community.”

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is a charitable organization that inspires giving, maximizes opportunities􀆟es, and strengthens communities for present and future generations. With assets of over $300 million and 700+ charitable funds under management, it promotes philanthropy by addressing emerging community issues, managing permanent endowments, and collaborating with individuals, families, corporations, private foundations, and nonprofit organizations in achieving their charitable objectives. In 2023, it received $13.6 million in contributions and granted $18.2 million to area nonprofit organizations and beyond. For more information, visit www.cfgg.org.

The Charles “Buddy” Weill Fund is a permanent field of interest endowment to support capital expansions and the improvements of facilities that primarily support eldercare and healthcare and to equip or improve the equipment of such facilities. A native of Greensboro, Weill enjoyed a successful career in insurance and real estate. He owned and operated Weill Investment Company and served as President and CEO of Robins & Weill, Inc., which his father had founded in 1911. Outside of work, he was an active member of the real estate industry, higher education, healthcare, and charitable organizations based in Greensboro and across North Carolina, often serving in leadership or officer positions within several at the same time.

Arc of Greensboro helps connect people with developmental disabilities with their community

Kabrina Shamburger — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:42:53 +0000

70 years ago, parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities wanted to find a way to change the public’s perception of their kids.

They wanted everyone to know their sons and daughters had extraordinary potential just like other children. From that grassroots movement, the Arc of Greensboro came to life, and with the help of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, it’s still proving the possibilities are endless.

The day before Halloween, lines of cars and people in costumes filled the parking lot of the Arc of Greensboro, but this wasn’t an ordinary Halloween party. This trunk or treat invited the public in to mix with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities so they could see they’re just like everyone else.

“Our people are often marginalized and isolated, so to provide a place where not only they can come but we can invite the community in is tremendously important,” says Jamie Rauschkolb, an employee at the Arc. She says it’s “not just for us and the people we serve but for our entire community cohesively.”

This was the second year the Arc sponsored the Halloween event. Former employee Nancy Overby came back with her son. “It’s important because without those events, Nicholas and his peers would not have anything to do, and this is a great way for them to get together and just be involved.”

Getting people involved and out in the community is one of the Arc’s biggest goals. In addition to events such as the trunk or treat, the organization helps adults with disabilities find jobs and navigate challenges they may face after being hired. The agency’s executive director says it’s important for both participants as well as the general public.

The Arc of Greensboro is located on Battleground Court just off Battleground Avenue and West Wendover. You can get more information about the available programs at www.arcg.org.

Read the full article at https://myfox8.com/spotlight/community-foundation/arc-of-greensboro-helps-connect-people-with-developmental-disabilities-with-their-community/

StepUp Greensboro works to make positive change for people

Kabrina Shamburger — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:43:45 +0000

Motivating, equipping, and empowering people to find a better life. That is the mission of a nonprofit called StepUp Greensboro. With the help of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, the agency is helping people make positive changes in their lives.

“We believe that every individual deserves an opportunity to enjoy life and to be successful, and we do that through training them and helping them build healthy relationships,” says StepUp Greensboro’s Executive Director, Anthony Bass. “It’s just important that an individual regardless of unemployment, underemployed, homeless, whatever their status may be, they still deserve to have an opportunity to enjoy life.”

At StepUp Greensboro, that opportunity comes with the chance to rekindle dreams that may have gotten lost along the way, but Bass says participants have to put in the work and the effort to make a lasting change and find success. “We can’t promise jobs, right? Because you got to do the application, you’re going to have to do, you know, make sure you got a good resume,” says Bass. “You’re going to go to the interview. But what we do promise is that their lives will never be the same because they are having an opportunity to step up into their life, step up to their future, be able to enjoy life and get tools as lifetime lasting. So why come to StepUp Greensboro? Because you’re ready and willing for change. If you’re ready, willing for change, StepUp Greensboro is a place to be.”

Participants at StepUp Greensboro focus on developing character, learning life skills, and building relationships with the volunteer staff. Bass says he’s had a former gang member find success after going through the program, making connections, and turning his life around. Bass says that man now has a family and showed off pictures of his kids. “He was so proud to be a dad working for the city of Greensboro, really doing great things. And so, I was just so proud to see his accomplishments.” Bass went on to say “there’s been some hiccups that goes along with it. So, that’s why we build those healthy relationships, to have individuals in place. So you don’t have to go back to where you were.”

StepUp Greensboro is located on North Elm Street in Greensboro. You can learn more about its programs, how to enroll, and how to volunteer online at www.stepupgreensboro.org.

Read full article: https://myfox8.com/spotlight/community-foundation/stepup-greensboro-works-to-make-positive-change-for-people/