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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.

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.

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.

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