The Impact Alamance Board of Directors approved $179,000 in strategic investments to advance the overall health and well-being of Alamance County. These investments, aligned with the foundation’s core initiative areas of healthier, smarter, and stronger, reflect Impact Alamance’s continued commitment to building a caring, connected community where everyone thrives.
Through our Progress and Enhancement grant, we awarded $150,000 to strengthen the capacity of 10 local nonprofits. This grant offers up to $50,000 in funding to Alamance County nonprofits and is designed to address key priorities outlined in the 2022 Community Health Assessment. Funds are restricted to equipment purchases that expand access to care, education, or economic opportunity.
“When we strengthen our nonprofits, we strengthen our entire community,” said Marcy Green, Vice President of Programs at Impact Alamance. “These grants are not just investments in equipment or programming—they’re investments in the people and organizations that drive lasting change in our county. By equipping nonprofits to do their best work, we’re building the foundation for a stronger Alamance County.”
An additional $29,000 was approved to support smarter and healthier initiatives. These investments will enhance educational opportunities, support teachers, and promote healthy play for youth across Alamance County.
2025 Progress & Enhancement Grantees
Studio 1 – $10,000
Investing in Sound: Modernizing Studio 1’s Audio Capabilities
Funding will be used to modernize sound equipment at the Burlington and Snow Camp performance venues. Purchases will include new wireless body microphones and remodeling of the tech booth to allow for safe storage of sound equipment.
Valores – $20,000
Mobile Resource & Wellness Bus
Funding will be used to purchase and outfit a mini-bus that will connect residents to health resources such as Medicaid enrollment, telehealth access, and local clinical services.
Southern Alamance Family Empowerment (S.A.F.E.) – $30,000
Walk-in Freezer Project
Funding will be used to purchase and install a walk-in freezer at the Highway 87 food pantry location.
Ralph Scott Lifeservices, Inc. – $20,000
StarPoint Enhancement Project
Funding will be used to purchase and install a new main entrance door that is safer, ADA accessible, and a more secure alternative to the existing door.
Alamance County Meals on Wheels, Inc. – $5,750
Home Meal Delivery
Funding will be used to purchase new hot and cold bags for meal delivery.
Elon University, It Takes a Village – $6,000
Helping English Second Language Families in the Village
Funding will be used to purchase two Unicorn Mini Interpretation Systems that will improve the facilitation of parent workshops, information sessions, and focus groups.
Winners Institute for Successful Empowerment (WISE), Inc. – $20,000
Beyond the Cityscape: Empowerment Through Exploration
Funding will be used to purchase a 12-15 passenger van that will transport underserved urban youth to cultural landmarks, outdoor adventures, and specialized programs.
The Salvation Army – $10,750
Kitchen Repairs and Enhancements
Funding will be used to repair and purchase new equipment for the multi-purpose/kitchen area. This will improve the safety and efficiency of services, such as preparing meals for kids from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Community YMCA of Alamance County – $7,500
Enhancement of Age-Based Program Spaces
Funding will be used to enhance and transform the Age-Based Program Spaces for Youth with upgraded flooring, age-appropriate furniture, smart TVs for STEAM activities, and classroom materials.
OE Enterprises, Inc. – $20,000
Vehicle for Alamance County Site
Funding will be used to purchase a vehicle equipped with a wheelchair lift, allowing OE Enterprises to provide more community outings.
Healthier Investments
Children’s Museum of Alamance County, Inc. – $14,000
My Backyard Enhancement Project
Funding will be used to purchase and install a firetruck-themed playset and update the existing sandbox in their “My Backyard” exhibit space.
Smarter Investments
DonorsChoose Matching Dollars for ABSS Teachers – $15,000
Funding will match community donations dollar-for-dollar through the Alamance Community Foundation during Giving Week to support ABSS teachers’ DonorsChoose projects.
