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Fall 2009 Newsletter

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Sandra Day O'Connor helps honor Bonnie McElveen-Hunter at Annual Luncheon

The Honorable Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, discussed her long friendship with Greensboro philanthropist Bonnie McElveen-Hunter and presented her with The Community Foundation’s highest award at the Foundation’s Annual Luncheon on March 8.
 

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Greensboro fire and police lose weight to raise money

GREENSBORO, N.C. – Personnel from the city’s police and fire departments have launched Greensboro’s Police/Fire Biggest Winner Challenge, a fundraiser in which the contestants lose weight while raising money for charity.

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Foundation partners on Faith & Fairness Town Hall event

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is partnering with other area organizations and faith-based institutions on a Faith and Fairness Town Hall meeting, sponsored by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC).
 

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HAITI: How you can help!

The people of earthquake-ravaged Haiti need everyone's help. The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro has received many calls from fundholders and the public on ways they can offer this much-needed assistance.
 
During this difficult time, the thoughts and prayers of our community are with the victims as well as those who are trying desperately to provide aid and relief.
 
There are a number of reputable national and international organizations through which you may lend your support. Click on each link to check them out:
 

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Community Foundation representative receives national award

GREENSBORO, N.C. – A longtime representative of The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro – and one of Greensboro’s most devoted residents – has been recognized by the Greensboro Partnership with one of its highest honors.

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Learn to Swim Fund established

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro announced today (Dec. 14) that a fund has been established to underwrite the costs to implement a “Learn to Swim” program at the proposed Greensboro Aquatic Center. The newly created fund has received initial commitments totaling $100,000.
 

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Annual Luncheon date rescheduled

GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is pleased to announce it has rescheduled its Annual Luncheon featuring the Honorable Sandra Day O’Connor. The event will take place at Noon on Monday, March 8, 2010, at The Empire Room in downtown Greensboro.
 

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Northeast High School receives Humphrey Award

Greensboro, N.C. – Northeast High is the recipient of the fifth annual Hugh Humphrey School Improvement Award for its efforts to improve student achievement during the 2008-09 school year.
 

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The Community Foundation launches annual Thanksgiving Fund campaign on Monday, Nov. 2

GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro on Monday will kick off the annual campaign to benefit the Thanksgiving Fund. The fund provides a Thanksgiving holiday meal to needy residents who otherwise might not receive one.

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The Community Foundation unveils exhibit of artwork from local collector

GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is hosting a special exhibit showcasing significant pieces of art from the collection of Greensboro resident Parker Washburn.

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Walker Sanders' TV interview about the Foundation's work

 

Luncheon 2008 Video