Ever thought about joining a nonprofit board? Whether you’re a current or past board member, understanding your core responsibilities beforehand is crucial. LendingTree, one of our esteemed Corporate Partners, actively encourages its talented employees to contribute their time, skills, and leadership to bolster community strength. In a remarkable commitment to community impact, LendingTree generously matches…
SVP Charlotte is thrilled to announce its newest corporate partner, RSM US, LLP, a dynamic audit, tax, and consulting services firm with a robust presence in the middle market. RSM’s core values – caring, curious, collaborative, courageous, and critical thinking – perfectly align with SVP’s mission and its commitment to supporting the nonprofit community. Expressing…
In a groundbreaking collaboration, SVP Charlotte proudly welcomes LendingTree as a dedicated Corporate Partner committed to capacity building and community transformation. LendingTree made waves in 2021 by showcasing a profound commitment to community improvement through a trust-based philanthropy approach and an innovative corporate giving model. With an innovative trust-based philanthropy initiative, LendingTree launched its inaugural…
Today Common Wealth Charlotte (CWC) is known as one of the premier financial literacy nonprofit organizations supporting the economically fragile members of our community. Back in 2015, this nonprofit got its start and embarked on a transformative journey as an Investee with SVP Charlotte. Founded by Darren Ash, CWC began as a visionary concept with…
In the intricate landscape of nonprofit fundraising, innovation takes center stage when necessity sparks invention. This was vividly demonstrated in the fall of 2021 when Bentzion Groner, Chief Executive of ZABS Place and a SEED20 Alum, reached out to SVP Charlotte for guidance on launching a capital campaign. ZABS Place, dedicated to providing training and…
In the vibrant world of youth soccer and education, the Soccer Foundation of Charlotte (SFC) emerged as a powerhouse, blending the joy of the game with literacy initiatives for local students. The journey began when SVP crossed paths with Katie Phillips during SEED20 in 2019 when the organization was known as QC Scores. Originally focused…
At Foster Village Charlotte (FVC), the commitment to providing a supportive space for children and foster families goes beyond the ordinary. FVC facilitates connections, offers educational and emotional support, and equips caregivers with essential advocacy tools. In the past year alone, FVC made a significant impact by assisting 668 caregivers and supporting 803 children through…
The flame of SVP Charlotte’s Spark Teams program continues to burn brightly since its inception in the tumultuous year of 2020. As we venture into the midpoint of 2022, the program stands as ambitious as ever, driven by the collective passion and commitment of our dedicated partners. Since January 2022, a total of 16 SVP…
As the pandemic persisted throughout 2021, challenges and needs in our community continued to arise. Social Venture Partners Charlotte (SVP Charlotte) adapted our programs and deployed our financial, human, and social capital to virtually support nonprofit leaders and organizations rising to meet and respond to the region’s critical needs and challenges. We modified our signature…
As we reflect on 2020, innovation and flexibility were foundational to enabling Social Venture Partners (SVP) to expand our impact on the Charlotte community. Along with more than 100 Partners, we shifted all of our programming to a virtual format, launched a new, innovative project-based consulting program called Spark Teams, and hosted 12 community workshops…