Improving the health and well-being of the people and communities of Spartanburg County, SC.
Our Focus
The Mary Black Foundation believes that investing in young people and the adults who care for them – a multi-generation approach – is one of the best ways to improve outcomes for children and positively impact the health and well-being of the entire community. This population-focused strategy allows for a comprehensive, holistic approach that recognizes a range of conditions in the environments where people live can put individuals at greater risk of negative health outcomes. We want to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to be as healthy as possible.




Who We Are
Invest Impact Partner for a healthier Spartanburg.
The Mary Black Foundation was established as an independent grantmaking organization to improve the health and well-being of the people and communities of Spartanburg County, SC.
Making an Impact
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We consider grantmaking to be an investment in Spartanburg, SC that will contribute to a welcoming and connected community where all residents can achieve health and well-being. We prioritize investments that support high-quality early life experiences because research shows that they can significantly impact lifelong health outcomes. We also know it is one of the best ways to improve community-wide health outcomes. The Foundation uses a holistic, multi-generation approach, intentionally investing in both children and the adults who care for them.
Latest News


Building Brains: How and Why We’re Investing in Quality Care During the Early Years

How We Are Using All of Our Tools to Build a Healthier Future for Children

Navigating the Fog: How We Are Responding to Nonprofit Uncertainty

You Spoke, We Listened: Changes Inspired by Our Grantee Survey (And What Still Needs Work)

Have you seen our conference center?
Located in the lower level of the Mary Black Foundation building, the Conference Center is designed to accommodate meetings by nonprofit organizations in Spartanburg County.