Z. Smith Reynolds Supports Community-based Groups | Eastern North Carolina Now

    In response to an article titled "Mapping the Left," I would like to tell you a little about the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation and about some of our partners that are working to make their communities better places to live.

    The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation proudly supports groups that are creating greater economic opportunities; investing in strong public schools; developing solid leadership for the future; and trying to make it easier for citizens to have a voice in our democracy.

    We support community-based groups from down east where the Ocracoke Foundation is engaging the community in revitalizing its historic square on the Ocracoke Harbor to Craven County, where a joint effort is underway to create a small business incubator for potential entrepreneurs.

    We also support groups like Mecklenburg Citizens for Public Education, Asheville City Schools Foundation and Guilford Education Alliance who are working across sectors to make sure each child in their community leaves school prepared to succeed in work and in life and organizations like Gaston Together, which is ensuring the next generation is prepared to lead that community going forward.

    The list goes on, from the mountains to the coast. We invite you to visit our website to learn more about us and the work we fund. Together, we can continue to build vital communities and make North Carolina a great state for all of us to live.

    Leslie J. Winner
        Executive Director, Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation