THANK YOU O'HENRY MAGAZINE
Leading Women in Change
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IT'S A GUILFORD APPRENTICESHIP PARTNERS CELEBRATION! | |
Guilford Apprenticeship Partners recently held its 9th Annual GAP Graduation and Signing Ceremony on August 15th at the Koury Convention Center. Approximately 500 people were in attendance to help celebrate their 23 graduates and 47 new signees. At the ceremony, graduates shared personal stories of how GAP has positively impacted their ability to jumpstart their career and grow as individuals. GAP continues its mission to recruit high school juniors and seniors who would like to participate in the state’s most popular youth apprenticeship program. | |
FUTURE FUND GOES TO THE GARDEN | |
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Future Fund came together in July for a special Service Day at PDY&F Community Garden, a space dedicated to feeding Greensboro, educating the community, and fostering the next generation of Black and Brown farmers. The event was more than just a volunteer opportunity; it was chance to connect with others who share a passion for community growth and environmental sustainability.
Participants worked together to cultivate the garden, contributing to a project that directly impacts the well-being of our community. Through hands-on activities and meaningful conversations, we learned about the incredible work PDY&F is doing and how their collaboration with the Future Fund is making a lasting difference in Greensboro.
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2024-2025 TEEN GRANTMAKING COUNCIL KICKS OFF! | |
This summer, Teen Grantmaking Council (TGC) received 65 applications from students attending 20 high schools across Guilford County. TGC Orientation was held this week and our teens were able jump into this year's programming. Follow our social media platform to keep up with what our council is working on! | |
NEW ART AHEAD FOR WINDSOR CHAVIS NOCHO COMMUNITY COMPLEX | |
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The Windsor Chavis Nocho Community Complex facility has new artwork on the way! The collaboration between the City of Greensboro and the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro’s Public Art Endowment (PAE) meets the common goal of placing public art that benefits Greensboro’s cultural and economic landscape. This project spreads the considerable impact of public art to underserved areas and populations of Greensboro and will highlight the historical significance of this East Greensboro neighborhood.
The City and the PAE desire a work of art that represents the community’s input on the designs and highlights the uniqueness of the project into a true community hub. The total project budget will be $146,000. The final artist will collaborate with EVOKE: Studio/Architecture to plan and facilitate a community engagement process to solicit community input on public art prior to submission of a conceptual design. A Collaboration Committee was formed from community stakeholders, City staff, architects and Public Art Endowment representatives to select the artist from the following three finalists:
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“This project is particularly appealing to me as it aims to reach underserved populations and highlight the historical significance of the East Greensboro neighborhood—efforts that are close to my heart. I am excited about the possibility of making a lasting impact through a participatory art-making process that engages local residents and honors their stories and heritage.” | |
“For the Windsor Chavis Nocho Community Complex project, I envision a collaborative effort with the architectural team, stakeholders, and community members to create a visual system of symbols and icons. Through hands-on workshops focused on mark making in clay and developing meaningful symbols, we can begin the creative process together. These elements will embody Greensboro's Black community's historical significance and cultural heritage, highlighting the untold stories of East Greensboro.” | |
Jerrell Gibbs, a Baltimore-born artist, intricately explores life's tapestry through personal narratives, weaving experiences from his own life and community. His authentic paintings capture moments of joy, beauty, and the mundane, inviting viewers to reflect on shared human experiences. | |
BATTERS UP AT THE GRASSHOPPER GAME | |
The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro staff took time last week to enjoy each other's company and support our Greensboro Grasshoppers. We would like to thank all of our staff members for their dedication to CFGG's mission and our community. | |
CFGG STAFF TAKING THE NEXT STEP! | |
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The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is pleased to share what's on the horizon for our staff members!
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Martin Acevedo, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, has been accepted into Greensboro Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Greensboro program.
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Kabrina Shamburger, Marketing Manager, will be attending the University of North Carolina at Wilmington to pursue a Master's of Art in Integrated Marketing Communications.
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Stephanie Surratt, Communications Specialist, will be attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to pursue a Master's in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing.
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Allie Garett - Guilford Apprenticeship Partners (GAP) Program Administrator | | |
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Allie Garett is from a small town outside of Greensboro called Liberty. She graduated from Southeast Guilford High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality & Tourism Management. Allie joins us with experience in customer service, venue coordination, wedding planning, and most recently human resources.
Fun Fact: Allie enjoys going to the beach, fishing, reading, and playing with her two Labrador Retrievers, Jax and Boone.
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GUILFORD NONPROFIT CONSORTIUM
Upcoming Enrichment Opportunities
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Board Development Academy (Greensboro). The Board Development Academy, a seven-week program offered through the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium, is designed to meet the needs of new, prospective, and existing nonprofit board members to help maximize their impact in serving our community. Participants in the seven-week program focus on relevant topics related to board service that can be put to immediate use.
Program participants will leave the Board Development Academy with:
- Practical knowledge and best practices to strengthen the governance of nonprofit organizations
- New connections to local experts in key aspects of nonprofit board service
- New relationships and a network of peers who are interested in board service and committed to the success of local nonprofit organizations
- Resources that can be used today and referred to in the future as you continue to learn and grow as board leaders
Topics include:
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Board
- The Art and Science of Nonprofit Boards
- Fiduciary Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Literacy for Nonprofit Boards
- Fundraising for Boards
- Mock Board Meeting & Celebration
Date: September 12, 2024 - October 24, 2024 (every Thursday)
Time: 5:00PM to 8:00PM
Cost: $200 for Guilford Consortium Members, $300 for nonmembers
To attend, please register today. Space is limited.
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Plus+ Program for Nonprofit Managers. The PLUS+ Program provides emerging leaders in nonprofit organizations access to high-quality training and supports to help them achieve positive results in their current and future roles. The program focuses on three areas: managing self, managing others, and managing the business.
The program addresses these topics:
- 9/13: Essentials of Leadership
- 9/20: Assessing Competencies in Employees
- 9/27: Performance Management
- 10/4: No Class
- 10/11: Team Development
- 10/18: Inclusion & Belonging
- 10/25: Financial Basics
- 11/1: No Class
- 11/8: Critical & Design Thinking, and
- 11/15: Strategic Planning & Management
Date: September 13, 2024 - November 15, 2024 (every Friday)
Time: 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Cost: $200 for Guilford Nonprofit Consortium members, $300 for non-members
To attend, please register today. Space is limited.
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