Rebecca Howerton, Author at GREENVILLE JOURNAL

Giving Matters: The Family Effect provides resources to reduce the impact of addiction on Upstate families

Recognizing the value of this work, the Community Foundation of Greenville and its fund holders have provided grants to the Family Effect over the years.

Giving Matters: Pleasant Valley Connection works to improve education, well-being and community involvement

Pleasant Valley Connection adapted its youth program to give parents peace of mind as they navigate this unusual year

Giving Matters: Urban League of the Upstate is growing its capacity to advance equity in underserved communities

The Urban League works to create healthy communities by developing and operating affordable housing for families and seniors.

Giving Matters: New Horizon Family Health Services celebrates National Health Center Week

Founded in 1992, New Horizon provides primary and preventive medical care, health education and assistance with management of chronic conditions.

Giving Matters: Senior Action responds to pandemic with creativity and heart

“Everything was turned upside down — seniors have been the hardest hit and are needing services now more than before,” said Andrea Smith, executive director of Senior Action.

Giving Matters: Foothills Family Resources supports, educates and empowers residents of northern Greenville County

Foothills Family Resources is a gateway to crisis services like assistance with food, shelter and utilities.

Giving Matters: United Ministries celebrates 50 years, welcomes new executive director

“Not only is this crisis hitting individuals and families in a significant financial way, but people are hurting,” says new executive director, Lizzie Bebber.

Giving Matters: Mental Health America provides advocacy, raises awareness and answers calls 24/7

“We’re hearing every day from people who are struggling with uncertainty about jobs, homeschooling, the future and what it holds,” Susan Smyre Haire, director of community engagement and development said.

Giving Matters: Center for Community Services hopes to build on newfound community support

“Crisis always brings opportunities to see where the gaps are,” Andrew Ross, executive director of the Center for Community Services said.

Giving Matters: Project HOPE optimistic during Autism Awareness Month, despite challenges

Project Hope asks the community to continue supporting friends and parents of children with autism as they have in the past. One way to do that is to simply check in.

Greenville Center for Developmental Services

Milestone: Center for Developmental Services celebrates 20 years

CDS brings together providers under one roof to help individuals with developmental disabilities, with services including screening, diagnosis and therapy.

Giving Matters: Local nonprofits adapt relief efforts to COVID-19 reality

The social distancing required to prevent the spread of COVID-19 has made Greenville relief agencies work more difficult, but that hasn’t lessened the need or their commitment to do their best for the people they serve.

Giving Matters: 23rd Annual Walk with the Docs — Virtual Edition — helps support Free Medical Clinic

Contributions can be made in honor of a favorite health care professional, with an acknowledgement card sent to the honoree upon request.

Public Education Partners launches expanded advocacy role with EDTalk focused on classroom challenges

"More than any other organization, Public Education Partners positively impacts student achievement by supporting professional development for teachers and principals,” said Bob Morris, CFG president.

Giving Matters: A Child’s Haven provides mental health services for at-risk preschoolers

In the bright, orderly therapy rooms at A Child’s Haven, Sandra Casanova plays with preschool-aged children, most of whom have been expelled from a typical child care setting. All have…

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