CFGG AWARDS $212,500 IN NONPROFIT GRANTS | |
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The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro announced $212,500 in nonprofit grants to support the Foundation’s focus on health and wellness, economic mobility, and cultural vibrancy. $164,500 was awarded through its competitive Community Grants Program, and $48,000 was distributed through the Tri-County Health Fund.
“We are excited to support nonprofits contributing to a thriving and culturally diverse Greensboro,” said Bishop Adrian Starks, Chair of the Grants Committee. “These grants will increase these organizations’ capacity to respond to current and emerging needs in our community,” said Starks.
The grantees of the Community Grants Program are:
- African American Atelier, Inc.
- The Arc of Greensboro
- Cambodian Cultural Center of North Carolina
- Combat Female Veterans Families United
- Eastern Music Festival
- Magnolia House Foundation
- Montagnard Dega Association, Inc.
- National Institute of Minority Economic Development/Women’s Business Center of Greensboro
- North Carolina African Services Coalition
- On Track Education, Inc.
- StepUp Greensboro
In addition, the Tri-County Health Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation, announced $48,000 in 2-year grants for three organizations. The fund supports organizations working with uninsured, underinsured, and Medicaid populations in Guilford, Randolph, and Rockingham County. The first-ever recipients of funding from the Tri-County Health Fund include:
- Central Carolina Health Network
- Free Clinic of Rockingham County
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Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine
“We are very pleased to announce the first-ever Tri-County Health Fund grantees,” said Megan Quiñones, Program Officer for Grantmaking Programs. “The Tri-County Health Fund’s unique focus on access to affordable healthcare will respond to health care challenges in our region for years to come,” said Quiñones.
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Accepting Membership Applications for Teen Grantmaking Council 2023-2024
The Teen Grantmaking Council (TGC) is made up of 20-25 high school students from across Greater Greensboro. From September to March, TGC members learn about philanthropy, different issues youth in our community are experiencing, identify issues they are particularly passionate about, work together to run a grantmaking cycle and fund youth-led projects. To be eligible, teens must be enrolled in High School during the 2023-2024 academic year and live in Guilford County.
Applications are due Monday July 3rd at 11:59 p.m. Click here to view the application and get started today. or scan our QR code!
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Future Fund will be hosting Happy Hour at Oden Brewing Company on Thursday, July 7, 2023 at 6 PM!
Future Fund is an initiative of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro with the mission to nurture philanthropic leadership through grantmaking and the development of the permanent endowment.
"Funders" are a group of community-minded, forward-thinking young professionals – from 25-45ish, or the young at heart – who are invested in the future of Greensboro and Guilford County.
Want to meet with members of your 2023 Future Fund Steering Committee and CFGG team? Join us for some drinks and snacks at Oden Brewing Company! Click here to RSVP!
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BIG EQUITY FUND MAKING CONNECTIONS | |
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In May 2023, the BIG Equity Fund Steering Committee and Tom & Linda Sloan hosted guests in a conversation about how we can come together to transform the educational, health and well-being of the Black community in a shared vision for Greensboro.
We hope you enjoy these photographs of people making connections on how to support BIG Equity Fund to address issues of social justice and inequity. Please reach out to Cathy Knowles at cknowles@cfgg.org with any questions.
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WOMEN TO WOMEN'S GRANT CYCLE MOVES FORWARD | |
W2W’s grant cycle is now in full swing and this is their favorite time of year! As W2W works to choose grant recipients for 2023, W2W Council Members get the opportunity to learn about all the work being done in our community to support women. Stay tuned… | |
GUILFORD NONPROFIT CONSORTIUM HAS A NEW LOOK | |
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The Guilford Nonprofit Consortium has launched a new website! Our website was designed with our members and the community in mind, with new features and new opportunities for connection with each other.
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The new website includes a MEMBER DIRECTORY that is public. The directory includes information about member nonprofit organizations that can be searched by service area. This is an easy way to see which member nonprofit organizations are working in Guilford County.
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The new site also includes a PLANNING CALENDAR where our nonprofit members will add events, fundraisers, trainings, and more. Interested in what's going on in the nonprofit community? Be sure to check this calendar often, especially in the coming months as our members use the calendar more and more.
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The CAREER BOARD is where our members list job openings. Please be sure to share this resource with your friends, colleagues, and contacts who are interested in working in the nonprofit sector.
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KUDOS TO KERNODLE SCHOLAR | |
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Congratulations to Carleigh Metz, this year's John R. Kernodle, Jr Memorial Scholarship recipient!
The John R. Kernodle, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was established in 1996 by a group of Guilford County citizens to honor the memory of John R. Kernodle, Jr., the first school board chair after the merger of the three school systems in Guilford County. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for future teachers to fund their undergraduate studies.
This scholarship awards up to $10,000.00 for tuition and fees, on-campus room and meals, and books and supplies. Following graduation, Kernodle Scholars will be required to serve for a minimum of three years as a full-time teacher in grades K-12 in North Carolina public schools, with a strong preference for service in Guilford County.
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CONGRATULATE OUR CFGG BOARD MEMBERS | |
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Black Business Ink magazine hosted its 20th Anniversary Power 100 Awards Ceremony on June 8, 2023 at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. The Power 100 Awards Ceremony recognizes 100 of the most influential leaders across North Carolina in a variety of division, including educators, healthcare, politicians, clergy, and other professions and organizations.
We would like to congratulate our past and future board members recipients: Shirley T. Frye, Justice Henry E. Frye, Rhonda Anderson, Mae Douglas, R. Steve Bowden, and Harold L. Martin.
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KABRINA SHAMBURGER - Marketing Manager | |
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Kabrina is a Greensboro native and graduate of the Middle College at GTCC Greensboro. She attended Appalachian State University where she earned a degree in Communications with a concentration in Creative Advertising and a minor in Sociology.
Kabrina got her start in nonprofits as a member of the Kids Voting Student Advisory Board in high school. She continued her philanthropy as a member of the YWCA High Point Marketing Committee. Kabrina has gained Marketing experience working across a multitude of industries from manufacturing to utility construction before joining the CFGG team.
In her free time, Kabrina enjoys traveling, painting, exploring downtown Greensboro, attending Grasshoppers games and visiting local restaurants.
Fun fact: Kabrina has a cat named Charlei and a horse named Bojangles.
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STEPHANIE SURRATT - Communications Specialist, Consultant | |
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Stephanie is originally from Morganton, NC and has been a resident of Greensboro since 2009. She attended North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and earned her B.A. in Visual Arts with a concentration in Mass Media Design. Stephanie has always had a passion for all things artistic and continuously explores different avenues of creativity.
Early in her career she served the community by providing direct patient care as a certified radiological technologist and medical biller within the healthcare field. Throughout her career she has supported several healthcare related initiatives including Meals on Wheels, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Exodus Homes. She feels that nonprofits are the heart of the community and essential for its foundation and growth.
In her free time Stephanie enjoys being a fur mother to her Miniature Schnauzer named Titan, traveling to new places, enjoying arts/crafts and supporting small business owners.
Fun fact: Stephanie is an entrepreneur and local small business owner who provides services in the cosmetic/beauty industry.
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The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro office will be closed in observance of Independence Day:
Monday, July 3, 2023 - Friday, July 7, 2023.
We will return on Monday, July 10, 2023.
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