For those that do not know you, can you please provide a brief background? I grew up in Sumter, South Carolina, attended Furman University then received my Master of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. Growing up, I originally desired to be an OB/GYN nurse following in the steps of my grandmother and then later …
Since 2015, Commonwealth Charlotte (CWC) has made its mission to help guide Charlotte’s economically vulnerable population with trauma-informed education, certified financial counseling, asset- and wealth-building skills, and access to banking services and 0% interest loans. As our 2022 Human Services Nonprofit Partner, they received a $95,000 grant, and in the last 6 months, CWC has: …
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When I received the email from my holistic advisor addressed “Paid Summer Internship (+ housing) w/ Charlotte Nonprofit”, the first thought that came to mind was community service. It has always felt like working in a nonprofit had a sense of service, impact, and community to me, and while these adjectives can indeed describe nonprofits …
As we enter our 20th year, we are excited to announce a strategic initiative related to our diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment introduced in 2020, as well as progress against our new strategic plan shared at the 2023 Annual Meeting. At our May board meeting, the 2022-2023 Board of Directors approved an additional membership dues level. In …
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Throughout the summer, we will be featuring some of the new members of the Board for 2023-2024 to introduce you to the new faces and names. For the month of July, meet Karen Barton, our Community Impact Vice Chair. Can you provide a brief background on yourself for those who do not know you? Originally from …
Join us in welcoming Beth Holmes, our Summer 2023 Davidson College Nonprofit Leadership Fellow. Her work will encompass social media, grants, and the 20th Anniversary historical information. We are delighted to have her cheerful face and hardworking fun presence in the office until the end of July. Send her a warm welcome here. Where are …