Giving Matters: Upstate Fatherhood Coalition helps rebuild families
The nonprofit was formed in 1999 by a group of concerned citizens from Greenville and Spartanburg counties with funding from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina.
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Giving Matters: Bob Morris reflects on 20 years as CFG President
The importance of investing in young children and supporting their families is timeless. As the Governor Richard Riley Sculpture declares, “Education Really Matters.”
Giving Matters: Growing connections and capacity— Community Foundation of Greenville outlines new strategic plan
The Community Foundation of Greenville inspires giving by bridging philanthropy and purpose, making Greenville County an inclusive and vibrant community.
Giving Matters: New GTC initiative aims to keep African American male students where they belong — enrolled in school
Last year, GTC President Dr. Keith Miller, created the “President’s Commission on Persistence and Retention” to address the urgent issue of keeping students in class.
Giving Matters: Stock donation to Community Foundation’s donor-advised fund creates win-win for local environmental activist
Friends of the Reedy River advocates for responsible development as Greenville grows.
Confessions of an Ad Man
Joe Erwin has led many significant endeavors, but the secret behind his plentiful success rests in a humble attitude and a giving spirit.
Future Forward
After a substantial career with Bank of America, Bill Bridges lends his business expertise to help others take their next financial leap
Health Connection
Backed by a life of experience, Dr. Brenda Thames bridges the gap between health care providers and educators
Making Room
Honoring his humble roots, DJ Rama of Auro Hotels instills a philanthropic mission in his company
School of Thought
From his early days as a school bus driver, William Brown has been dedicated to quality education. Now he provides students access to successful futures through Legacy Early College
Giving Matters: The Power of Collective Giving
Maggie Glasgow, past Co-Chair, Greenville Women Giving; Board Member, Catalist
Giving Matters: Community Foundation’s donor-advised funds make it easy to support diverse causes
Helping people—in ways large and small— is in Elizabeth Garrison Rasor’s DNA.
Giving Matters: Kroc Center creates positive impact for individuals, community
Greenville is fortunate to be the site of the only Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the Carolinas.
Giving Matters: Community support for the arts keeps Greenville’s International Ballet en pointe
In 2003, Lena Forster and her husband, Jurgen, founded International Ballet (IB) to bring quality productions of beloved classics like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to Upstate audiences. To nurture…