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Turning Pain into Purpose: Whole Hearts Inc.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics, about 2,000 seemingly healthy people under age 25 die of sudden cardiac arrest each year in the United States. Young athletes, especially those participating in high-intensity sports such as basketball, soccer, and football, are particularly at risk. Research shows that sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in young athletes in the US.
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Community Foundation Awards $1.5 Million in Grants
The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham has awarded more than $1.5 million in grants to 56 area nonprofits serving Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, and Walker counties. These grants are focused on the five priorities identified in our 10-year strategic plan: Thriving Communities, Regional Cooperation, Overcoming Persistent Poverty, Equity and Inclusion, and Economic Opportunity for All. (Explore our Priority Areas.)
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Funding the Fix for Pet Overpopulation
Chances are, you’ve seen heart-wrenching television commercials of mistreated and malnourished cats and dogs that need to be rescued. While Ernie Hester believes getting those animals the help they need is important, he wants to do more. Hester wants to help prevent animal neglect, and he believes one way to do this is to curb overpopulation.
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MOB INC Car Club Drives Philanthropy
On the first Saturday of each month, members of the car club Motorists of Birmingham In Nice Cars, or MOB INC, gather at 40 Inverness Parkway to show off their vehicles’ horsepower and sleek design and to talk shop with other car enthusiasts.
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Catalyst Funds Support Birmingham's Film Industry
When you think of great locations for shooting movies you may not think of Alabama, but Lee Shook is on a mission to change that.
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Woodlawn United: Making Woodlawn a Place for All to Thrive
Since 2010, Woodlawn United has been an organization committed to the revitalization of the Woodlawn community of Birmingham, Alabama. This includes ensuring that residents of Woodlawn – regardless of their income – have access to healthy food, quality education, public transportation, and stable employment.
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Nurturing Thriving Communities: Titusville Cultural Center
It takes a village to build a community center.
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The Smart Way to Give Back: One Birmingham Business’s Experience with a Corporate Advised Fund
After stepping down from the board of the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham, a family business owner wanted to remain an active supporter of its mission. His business had always handled charitable giving independently, but he wanted a more efficient and impactful approach.
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Creating Economic Opportunity: Momentum Works
Adrienne Fowler Payne gets unapologetically emotional when she talks about her experience in the Momentum Works program.
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Community Foundations names new board chair, welcomes new members
The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham welcomes five new board members for terms beginning in 2025. In addition, the Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanjay Singh, Ph.D., as board chair.