Cherokee County Increases Grantmaking With Gift From Timken Family
The Cherokee County Community Foundation was established as a permanent endowment at FFTC, with help from the Timken family.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation Grants $550,000
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation awards $550,000 to 31 local nonprofits for various projects.
RCCL 2024: Continuing Our Work on Key Community Issues
Our Senior VP of the Robinson Center for Civic Leadership discusses his goals for the future of philanthropy.
Beyond Open Awards $4.8 Million to 116 Diverse Local Small Businesses
A recent survey showed 89 percent of Round 1 grantees reported hiring new employees, with 214 new jobs created.
Scholarships Empower Students All Across Our Region
2023 was a record-year for scholarships with 1,051 granted, totaling $3.1 million in awards.
Q&A with Cathy Bessant
Read an interview from Pride Magazine publisher Dee Dixon and Cathy Bessant, president and CEO of Foundation For The Carolinas.
From ‘Some Dude’ to Someone Advocating for Housing
How Winston Robinson turned a talent for throwing parties into a movement to increase homeownership among Black Charlotteans.
For the Hansens, Giving is a Family Affair
“We've always had the philosophy that when we are blessed, we want to bless others,” said Tina Hansen.
The Lees’ Impact on Stanly County Lives On
Lees Established Scholarship Fund Before Their Passing to Support Stanly County Students.