Honoring Black History Month: Celebrating the Black Community of Greensboro

As we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize the profound contributions of Greensboro’s Black community—past, present, and future. From the courageous leadership of the Greensboro Four during the civil rights movement to the thriving Black entrepreneurs, artists, and changemakers shaping our city today, Black history is an integral part of Greensboro’s identity. This month is a time to reflect on the resilience, strength, and achievements of Black leaders who have paved the way for progress while also reaffirming our commitment to a more just and equitable future.

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is dedicated to supporting initiatives that uplift and empower diverse communities. Through programs like the Black Investments in Greensboro (BIG) Equity Fund and investments in Black-led and Black-serving organizations that drive economic mobility, education, health equity, and cultural vibrancy, our commitment extends beyond February—we continue to seek meaningful ways to foster opportunity, amplify Black voices, and ensure lasting impact throughout Greensboro. Together, we celebrate history, honor progress, and work toward a stronger, more inclusive community for all.

This Black History Month, we want to highlight the Black-led 2024 Grantees working to provide resources and support to underserved communities in Greensboro.

Black Child Development Institute of Greensboro

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To increase food security for Extended Learning Opportunities program participants by purchasing hydroponic grow towers and providing healthy food packages.

Visit the Black Child Development Institute of Greensboro at blackchilddevelopment.org

Depressed While Black

2024 Future Fund Grantee

To support Black psychiatric patients by addressing their unique needs with dignity and care. The organization provides Black-affirming personal care items and transitional support to ensure patients can focus on their recovery and reintegrate into their communities.

Visit the Depressed While Black at depressedwhileblack.com

Greensboro Housing Coalition

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To provide critical home repairs for at least 125 low-income senior adult homeowners. Greensboro Housing Coalition advocates fair, safe, and affordable housing for low and moderate-income people and those with special needs.

Visit Greensboro Housing Coalition at greensborohousingcoalition.org

Journey Adult Day Center

2024 Women to Women Grantee

To support the Our Health Our Wealth program that offers activities for adults in low-income neighborhoods and training for caregivers, ensuring a safe environment for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Visit the Journey Adult Day Center at myjadc.org

Mt. Zion Development Corporation

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To build capacity, organizational and governance structure, and a strategic plan leading to the development of at least 300 units of housing.

National Institute of Minority Economic Development

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To build the capacity of women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color-owned businesses.

Visit the National Institute of Minority Economic Development at theinstitutenc.org

Organization to Provide Access to Technology (OPEAT)

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To support scholarships for SilverTech, a computer training program that provides individuals aged 50 with digital literacy training, internet and communication skills, and telehealth education and support.

Visit the OPEAT website at opeat.org

Positive Direction for Youth & Families Community Garden

2024 Future Fund Grantee

To enhance its GardenFit program by expanding access to fresh produce and bolstering its health education and fitness components.

Visit the PDY&F website at pdyandf.org

Piedmont Blues Preservation Society

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To expand organizational capacity that allows the organization to execute community building and grow resources that provide cultural and educational experiences.

Visit the Piedmont Blues Preservation Society website at piedmontblues.org

Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To support the production of The Hair Journey, which premiered on April 23, 2024, at the UNCG Auditorium; teach dance lessons and facilitate workshops around story time, hair braiding classes, sewing, and visual arts leading up to performances; and allow community members to learn about Black hair culture and history.

Visit the Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet website at royalexpressions.org

She Built This City

2024 Community Grants Program Grantee

To provide women in Greensboro access to the skilled trade fields through its Pre-Apprenticeship program.

Visit the She Built This City website at shebuiltthiscity.org

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