The Barbara Stone Foundation

The Barbara Stone Foundation

Website: barbarastonefoundation.org

Address: PO Box 26567, Greenville, SC 29616
Phone: 864-214-5798

Facebook Handle: facebook.com/thebarbarastonefoundation
Instagram Handle: @thebarbarastonefoundation

Established: 1991
Number of Employees: 10
Geographic Service Area: Upstate, SC

Funding Sources

• Grants/restricted funding: 37%
• Charitable gifts: 32%
• Special events: 29%
• Program fees: 2%

Mission Statement

Since 1991, the Barbara Stone Foundation has championed opportunity for individuals with disabilities. We work to influence community systems, build equitable pathways and collaborate with partners who share this vision. Through strategic fundraising, we create, support and connect individuals to innovative programs providing direct services while advancing solutions that empower people, foster independence and strengthen a more inclusive community.

Impact

For 35 years, the Barbara Stone Foundation has worked to expand opportunity and strengthen our community. We create and deliver initiatives like Greenville CAN, the UP Employment Initiative, Access GVL, CAN Talks, Road to Possibilities and our Community Innovations Grants — connecting individuals with disabilities to employment, resources and meaningful engagement. Through these efforts, we’ve connected thousands to opportunities that foster independence and inclusion. Our impact is both personal and systemic — empowering individuals and advancing a more inclusive, accessible Greenville for all.

Leadership

Board of Directors

Nick Skenteris, board chair
Audra Vellucci, vice chair
Joe Scheving, treasurer
Lori Bostic, secretary
Matthew Collins
Lisa Finch
Lauren Hunt
Erica James
Andy Lecture
Dana Gantt Moore
Riku Oinonen
Elizabeth Piper
Lee Sowell
Marion Elliott, board member emeritus
The Honorable Nick Theodore, president emeritus

Fundraisers and Events

• Birthday Bash
• Road to Possibilities
• Adaptive Recreation Day
• Bingo Bash
• CAN Talks
• UP Professional Cohort Graduation
• Monthly Lunch & Learn Series

Volunteer Opportunities

Make an impact by volunteering as a planning committee member with one of our fundraisers, joining a Greenville Collaborative Action Network project team, supporting an UP Employment Initiative program as a mentor, class volunteer, or hosting a Pre-Employment Program tour to showcase your industry.

Giving Opportunities

• Become a CHAMPION sponsor with a total annual contribution of $10,000 or more through a one-time or recurring gift
• Sponsor signature events like CAN Talks, Bingo Bash, Road to Possibilities, Adaptive Rec Day or Barbara’s Birthday Bash
• Provide in-kind support such as auction items, printing or professional services
• Make a lasting impact through recurring or planned giving to sustain and grow opportunities for individuals with disabilities