Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Awards a Record $2.3 Million in Grants to Triad Nonprofits
The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro (CFGG) announces a record-breaking $2.3 million in grants to 23 local nonprofits advancing community well-being across the CFGG’s core focus areas: cultural vibrancy, economic mobility, health and wellness, and housing. An additional $1.75 million was awarded through the Charles L. “Buddy” Weill Fund, a permanent endowment dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors across the Triad.
“This year’s grants reflect the heart of what makes Greensboro strong,” said Walker Sander, President of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro. “By investing in organizations that expand access to housing, education, health, and the arts, we’re not only addressing immediate needs but also laying the groundwork for a more vibrant future for everyone in our community.”
Cultural Vibrancy
CFGG’s Cultural Vibrancy grants celebrate creativity and connection, supporting programs that bring people together through art, recreation, and civic engagement.
- The Foundation for North Carolina Triad Fusion (Beyond Sports North Carolina) — To expand restorative and transformative recess programs in Guilford County classrooms.
- First Tee – Central Carolina — To expand the Club Golf program to introduce golf to more Greensboro elementary and middle school students.
- Miriam P. Brenner Children’s Museum — To offer discounted museum admission for families receiving WIC, EBT, or SNAP benefits.
- Politisit — To reduce childcare costs to help parents participate more actively in civic life.
Economic Mobility
Economic Mobility grants strengthen the financial foundation of Greensboro by supporting education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.
- American Friends Service Committee — To expand the eviction court watch program to identify systemic barriers and connect tenants to housing resources.
- Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina — To support the Careers on the Outside program for formerly incarcerated residents.
- North Carolina Folk Festival — To create paid experiential learning opportunities in music, event, and festival management for local students.
- Operation XCEL — To deliver STEM programming to more than 600 Greensboro K–8 students.
- SchermCo Foundation — To expand its family empowerment model with Guilford County Schools to elevate parent voices in education.
Health & Wellness
Health and Wellness grants ensure that every resident, especially the most vulnerable, has access to nutritious food, essential care, and opportunities to thrive.
- A Simple Gesture Greensboro — To recover and distribute high-quality, unserved food across Guilford County.
- BackPack Beginnings — To provide Greensboro families with access to nutritious food.
- Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas — To expand transportation access for children receiving pediatric oncology care.
- Gerard’s Green Garden — To create a localized, sustainable food chain powered by organic waste from local landfills.
- Journey Adult Day Center — To provide medically appropriate meals to Greensboro seniors on fixed incomes.
- Neighborhood Markets — To support the matching SNAP program at The Curb Farmer’s Market.
- Out of the Garden Project — To supply fresh produce to food-insecure families across Guilford County.
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC — To fund advocacy efforts to expand SNAP benefits and strengthen the state’s food system.
- The Diaper Bank of North Carolina — To supply essential hygiene items for uninsured and underinsured residents in Guilford and Randolph counties.
Housing
Housing grants address the urgent need for affordable and workforce housing in Greensboro through creative partnerships and community development.
- East Greensboro NOW — To develop two affordable homes for residents earning 80% of the area median income.
- Sympara, Inc. — To launch the Sacred Civic Placemaking Project, engaging faith communities to transform underused properties into workforce housing.
Charles L. "Buddy" Weill Fund
The Charles L. “Buddy” Weill Fund, a permanent endowment of CFGG, continues its mission to enhance the lives of older adults through improved healthcare, housing, and quality of life.
- Access Dental Care — To provide dental services to seniors and others unable to access traditional care.
- Center for Creative Aging North Carolina — To upgrade facilities and conduct a feasibility study for 10 acres of potential senior housing development.
- The Servant Center — To expand shelter and housing services for unhoused seniors and disabled individuals in recovery.
- Well-Spring Kintura — To secure naming rights for the new aquatics and fitness center designed for older adults.
“These investments honor Buddy Weill’s vision of a community where older adults live with dignity, care, and connection,” said Blake Noel, Director of Grants and Initiatives at the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro. “His legacy continues to transform the landscape of senior care across our region.”
The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is a charitable organization that inspires giving, maximizes opportunities, and strengthens communities for present and future generations. With assets approaching $350 million and 700+ charitable funds under management, it promotes philanthropy by addressing emerging community issues, managing permanent endowments, and collaborating with individuals, families, corporations, private foundations, and nonprofit organizations in achieving their charitable objectives. Learn more about the organization at cfgg.org
The Charles “Buddy” Weill Fund is a permanent field of interest endowment to support capital expansions and the improvements of facilities that primarily support eldercare and healthcare and to equip or improve the equipment of such facilities. A native of Greensboro, Weill enjoyed a successful career in insurance and real estate. He owned and operated Weill Investment Company and served as President and CEO of Robins & Weill, Inc., which his father had founded in 1911. Outside of work, he was an active member of the real estate industry, higher education, healthcare, and charitable organizations based in Greensboro and across North Carolina, often serving in leadership or officer positions within several at the same time.