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
Grantee Spotlight Blog Series: Pineview Hills Neighborhood Association
Grantee Spotlight Blog Series: Pineview Hills Neighborhood Association This week’s blog is written by Marshall Irby, Neighborhood Association Member, Pineview Hills Neighborhood Association Pineview...
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Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results
Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results This week’s blog is written by Megan Carolan, Director of Policy Research, Institute for Child Success In...
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Girls on the Run of Spartanburg Expands Across the Upstate
Girls on the Run of Spartanburg Expands Across the Upstate This week’s blog is written by Mary Ann Cleland, Executive Director, Girls on the...
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Free Resource for Spartanburg Nonprofit Organizations
Free Resource for Spartanburg Nonprofit Organizations Did you know the Mary Black Foundation has free meeting spaces available for nonprofits organizations in Spartanburg County?...
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Young Women of Color Day of Listening
Young Women of Color Day of Listening This week’s blog is written by Samantha Overton, Community Engagement Coordinator, Way to Wellville Day of Listening...
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Connecting the Past with the Future
Connecting the Past with the Future This week’s blog is written by Kevin Stiens, Parks and Recreation Director, Spartanburg County Parks Department The Spartanburg...
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