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What We Fund
The Mary Black Foundation prioritizes 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-generational approach, intentionally investing in both children and the adults who care for them.
Based on input from partners, research, and health data, the Foundation is currently prioritizing programs and interventions that do the following:
- Improve women’s access to prenatal and postpartum care and ensure access to contraception for effective pregnancy planning.
- Increase young children’s access to health care, developmental screenings, and early interventions.
- Improve access to high-quality, affordable childcare and early learning environments.
- Support initiatives that advance mental health and resilience for young children and their parents.
- Increase access to financial resources and affordable housing for families with young children.
Grant Cycles
The Foundation offers grant funding opportunities annually to 501(c)3 organizations serving Spartanburg County, SC.
Organizations interested in submitting an application should first submit an inquiry form, a short questionnaire that allows organizations to provide the Foundation with a brief summary of their proposals. Organizations who are asked to move on to phase two will receive a link to the full application.
Our grant cycle is currently closed. Please check back in the Fall.
Grant Consultations
Organizations invited to apply can schedule a consultation to discuss their application with a member of our program staff. Consultations are recommended for organizations that are applying to the Foundation for the first time. Please contact Amy Page to set up a consultation after receiving a link to apply.
The Process
Our grant cycle is currently closed. Please check back in the Fall.