Giving Matters: Project Host uses self-sustaining, pay-it-forward models to address food insecurity
“Passion is 90% of success, and they bring all of their passion,” CEO Tobin Simpson says. “You couldn’t ask for a more engaged class.”
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2020 Charitable Giving Awards
Community Journals and the Community Foundation of Greenville are pleased to honor the recipients of this year’s Charitable Giving Awards.
Giving Matters: National Adoption Month celebrates the life-changing power of unconditional love
Jamie and Tim Brockman’s journey as parents has been as unique as the family they’ve created.
Giving Matters: CommunityWorks builds brighter futures through lending, financial coaching
Many families and individuals in underserved communities have big dreams for home ownership and new business ventures. But their goals can’t be realized without funding and financial knowledge to guide…
Community Foundation of Greenville to award $400,000 in grants to 20 local nonprofits
“We have been able to respond quickly to the pandemic thanks to our current donors and the families who have entrusted us with endowments,” said Bob Morris, president of the Community Foundation of Greenville.
Giving Matters: Chloe Mueller receives 2020 Obermier Scholarship
“I’ve seen what it’s like to live paycheck to paycheck. I’ve seen my mom stressed a lot. I’ve had a lot of financial responsibility,” Chloe Mueller said.
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: Community Foundation provides support as crises arise
By Lesa Kastler, Board Chair, Community Foundation of Greenville On Friday afternoon, March 13, Bob Morris, president of the Community Foundation of Greenville, received two significant phone calls. One was…
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.
The Community Foundation of Greenville gives $100,000 to minority-led nonprofits
The Community Foundation of Greenville's board of directors has approved grants totaling $100,000 for minority-led nonprofit organizations in Greenville.
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.