Impact Alamance Expands Outdoor Learning Opportunities for Youth Across Alamance County
Impact Alamance is proud to announce the approval of $100,000 in funding to the Alamance Partnership for Children (APC) to support the development of Outdoor Learning Environments (OLEs) across Alamance County. This investment will transform outdoor play spaces at eligible 4- and 5-star daycare programs across the county, resulting in the creation of six OLEs […]
Celebrating Our Outgoing Fellows and Welcoming a New Year of Service
Earlier this month, we gathered at Elon University for the Elon Year of Service Signing Ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of our outgoing fellows and welcoming a new cohort of graduates preparing to serve the Alamance community. Now in its 12th year, the Elon Year of Service Fellows program has provided 62 recent Elon University graduates […]
What We Heard: Highlights from Our Recent Partner Perception Survey
At Impact Alamance, we know accountability and transparency are essential to strong community partnerships. Earlier this year, we invited grantees, partners, and community collaborators to share feedback through our latest perception survey to help us better understand our impact, strengthen our work, and identify opportunities for growth. The survey gathered feedback on our funding impact, […]
For Alamance Initiative: Reflections, Ripples, and What Comes Next
April marked a period of transition and reflection as our formal partnership with the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation came to a close. This moment represents an important milestone in the evolution of the community-driven For Alamance Initiative, as the For Alamance Action Teams—made up of residents who’ve emerged as agents of hope in our […]
“Ripples of Change” Report Captures a Community Coming Together
We’re excited to share Alamance County’s Ripples of Change: Choosing Hope Over Division, a new report prepared by The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation in partnership with Impact Alamance. This report highlights how far our community has come through the collaborative work of the For Alamance initiative and outlines a clear path towards accelerating meaningful, […]
From Pantry Shelves to Advanced Math: DonorsChoose Transforms Learning Experiences Across ABSS
Impact Alamance is proud to have partnered with the Alamance Community Foundation this past fall to contribute $45,000 in matching funds to the Alamance-Burlington School System’s DonorsChoose platform for the 2025-2026 school year. DonorsChoose is a crowdfunding platform in which folks can donate money toward classroom projects, empowering educators by expanding access to the resources […]
Impact Alamance Funds ABSS Community‑Driven Strategic Plan
In November 2025, Impact Alamance’s Board of Directors approved $50,000 in funding to support the Alamance-Burlington School System’s (ABSS) Strategic Plan Update and Community Engagement Process. This investment enabled ABSS to engage Education Elements—a nationally recognized consulting firm known for its expertise in strategic planning for public school districts—to guide the development of a refreshed, […]
Strengthening Community Through ACRE CoLab
In December, we celebrated the graduation of the fifth cohort of ACRE CoLab (Alamance County Racial Equity Collaborative) at Impact Alamance. Facilitated in partnership with NCCJ (NC for Community and Justice), this 12-week leadership experience equips leaders, professionals, and community members across Alamance County with the knowledge, skills, and tools to foster belonging and address […]
Impact Alamance Announces 2026 Flex Fund Grants Supporting Nonprofit Operations Across Alamance County
Impact Alamance is proud to announce the approval of $100,000 in general operations support for 20 nonprofit organizations across Alamance County through the Flex Fund grant cycle. These grants are made possible through the support of Honda and are intended to help local 501(c)(3) nonprofits enhance their ability to serve the community by supporting essential […]
Alamance County Nonprofit Summit Brings Leaders Together to Strengthen Collaboration and Community Impact
On February 18, the energy inside Impact Alamance was palpable as more than 60 nonprofit professionals from across Alamance County convened for the first-ever Alamance County Nonprofit Summit. Hosted in partnership with the United Way of Alamance County, the summit provided a dedicated space for nonprofit leaders and staff to connect with peers, learn from […]
