Welcome to The Mary Black Foundation
We are a private foundation that was established to help improve the health and wellness of Spartanburg County, South Carolina.
Mission & Values
The Mary Black Foundation invests in people and communities for improved health, wellness, and success in Spartanburg County.
Community Initiatives
The Mary Black Foundation plays a leadership role in a number of community collaborations. As convener, facilitator, and, at times, funder, the Foundation is actively involved in many initiatives outside its grantmaking.
Latest News
The Basics: Read & Discuss Stories
The Basics: Read & Discuss Stories The sixth in a series of articles on The Basics: five FUN, SIMPLE and POWERFUL ways to give...
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Mary Black Foundation is Celebrating 25 Years as a Private Foundation!
Mary Black Foundation is Celebrating 25 Years as a Private Foundation! Celebrating the 25 Years as a Private Foundation 2021 marks the 25th anniversary...
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Grantee Spotlight: ReGenesis Health Care
Grantee Spotlight: ReGenesis Health Care In 2020, ReGenesis Health Care received a grant from Mary Black Foundation for $75,000 with the goal of improving...
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The Basics: Explore Through Movement & Play
The Basics: Explore Through Movement & Play The fourth in a series of articles on The Basics: five FUN, SIMPLE and POWERFUL ways to...
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Early Childhood Impact: SAM’s Early Development Instrument Project
Early Childhood Impact: SAM’s Early Development Instrument Project This week’s blog was written by Beth Thompson, Director of Collective Impact, Spartanburg Academic Movement This...
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Addressing Spartanburg County’s Housing Needs
Addressing Spartanburg County’s Housing Needs This week’s blog was written by Hannah Jarrett, Director of Financial Stability Strategy, United Way of the Piedmont The...
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