Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Dismantling barriers and empowering women to step into male-dominated roles. A nonprofit called She Built This City trains women in carpentry, painting, plumbing, and wiring, and it’s with the help of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro.
Victoria Milstein spent years using her hands to express what her eyes couldn’t unsee. Milstein, a Jewish woman, says her mother taught her about the horrors of the Holocaust at a young age, but her knowledge went deeper about what happened to women when she participated in the March of the Living in 2018.
Cynthia Doyle heard women across the country talk about something Greensboro was missing: a community foundation. The idea stuck with her. Within days, she was meeting with civic leaders and asking a simple but momentous question: Should Greensboro have one? The answer was yes.
In February, Greensboro’s arts community gathered not simply to celebrate an artist, but to witness the beginning of a collaboration rooted in culture, history, and shared imagination.
The United States grants approximately 675,000 immigrants permanent visas each year, and many choose the Piedmont Triad as their home. An organization called Church World Service is there to guide them through relocation.
Even the best students need a little extra support, and a nonprofit in the Piedmont Triad makes sure students get the help they need.
This Black History Month, the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is proud to spotlight the voices of Black leaders serving on our Board. Their leadership shapes our work in meaningful ways, guiding how we invest in community, advance opportunity, and steward philanthropy across our region.
As technology continues to reshape the way we live and work, philanthropy is no exception—and the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (CFGG) is adapting to our donors’ needs.
“When I learned CFGG did not have a process in place to accept cryptocurrencies, it was a perfect opportunity to open up new channels for others to give,” said CFGG donor and retired CIO for the City of Greensboro, Jane Nickles. “As a technology professional, I am a believer in the power of digital currencies to modernize and create efficiencies in financial systems.”
Donating cryptocurrency can also provide significant tax advantages. For donors in the U.S., the IRS treats cryptocurrency as property for tax purposes. This means that when you donate Bitcoin or other digital assets to a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit such as CFGG, you may avoid paying capital gains tax on the donated amount while still claiming a charitable deduction. (Please remember to always consult your tax adviser for financial guidance.)
“I deeply appreciate CFGG’s work to facilitate a Bitcoin contribution and hope it will inspire additional contributions as digital currencies become more mainstream,” said Ms. Nickles. “This capability allows donors like me to leverage appreciated digital assets for community impact—fueling programs that create opportunity and improve quality of life for all residents.”
If you’re interested in making a cryptocurrency gift or learning more, contact Brian Graham at bgraham@cfgg.org, call 336.790.7518, or visit https://cfgg.org/cryptocurrency-donations/.
Your contribution can help shape a stronger, more connected community.
On behalf of the volunteer Professional Advisors Committee of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, I want to share some important news that could make your generosity go even further. On July 4, 2025, Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill (“OB3”), and starting in 2026, there are new opportunities for donors like you to maximize the impact of your giving.
At the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, we believe lasting change begins by truly listening to the people who live, work, and lead in this community every day.
