Stories

Storytelling is such an important part of our community, and we work hard to amplify voices that represent those who care deeply about the Triangle and those who work hard to make it a better place for everyone.

The Story Behind Our New Logo

In the last 15 years Triangle Community Foundation has doubled in size. We want to continue that trajectory and are excited to launch our next phase of growth. 2023 marks the end of our most recent strategic plan, and seemed…

Partners for Environmental Justice | A Powerful Force for Change

In the 1990s, Partners for Environmental Justice (PEJ) and Triangle Community Foundation developed a partnership that has continued to deepen ever since. One of PEJ’s first initiatives as an organization was funded by the Foundation, marking the largest grant awarded…

Self-Help Credit Union | Providing a Hand

From humble beginnings with initial capital of $77 earned from a bake sale to the $5 billion organization it is today, Self-Help Credit Union has provided a hand to those in need since 1980. Triangle Community Foundation greatly values our…

Aiyana Lynch | Embracing Every Opportunity

A dedication and strong desire to succeed academically has been ingrained in Aiyana for as long as she can remember. She spent most of her life living in Elon, North Carolina due to her dad’s job, though most of her…

Curi Capital | Maximizing Impact

Professional advisors are important partners for Triangle Community Foundation. Without them, we would not have nearly the reach with prospective donors, and we are very appreciative of these relationships. Curi Capital CEO, Dimitri Eliopoulos and Senior Director of Family Office

LaToya King | Building Something Meaningful

For LaToya King, the Foundation’s Chief Operations Officer, the concept of philanthropy is intensely personal. LaToya grew up in Oakland, California, the child of a single mother who struggled financially and was on public assistance. At the time she didn’t…

Pupusas for Education | Closing the Opportunity Gap

Meet Jeymi and Cecilia, two young immigrant community organizers who have channeled their own experiences into building an organization for transformative community change. Since 2016, Pupusas for Education has been committed to closing the opportunity gap in access and affordability…

NC Congress of Latino Organizations | Addressing Systemic Issues in the Community

The NC Congress of Latino Organizations (NCCLO) was established in 2002 as a nonpartisan statewide entity for Spanish-speaking families to unite and develop the leadership needed to effectively address systemic problems in their communities. Since inception NCCLO has partnered with…

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Come join our team! 🎉 The Foundation is looking for the next Shannon St. John (SSJ) Philanthropy Fellow. This two-y… https://t.co/aNAE8DqF9N
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