The Leon Levine Foundation

Our Data & Technology Specialist Israel Garcia?recently attended Dreamforce in San Francisco, an annual conference hosted by Salesforce that is the largest AI event in the world. He described the event as an inspiring experience, particularly for those in the philanthropic sector. The event highlighted how the latest innovations in cloud computing, AI and automation are transforming how organizations approach social impact and giving. Garcia added the keynote sessions were especially relevant, with thought leaders emphasizing how these technologies can help nonprofits and foundations operate more efficiently, scale their efforts and better connect with the communities they serve. He had meaningful conversations with peers about sustainability in philanthropy and how technology can empower more responsible, impactful giving — which will undoubtedly shape our future strategies. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e54Ax_gB.?? #LeonLevineFoundation #Dreamforce2024 #AI #FutureOfTech

Our partner The High Point Center for Child Wellness at Family Service of the Piedmont?provides comprehensive psychiatric care tailored to meet the developmental needs of children. Their dedicated team includes case managers, therapists, a registered nurse, nurse practitioner and child psychiatrist. They offer assessments, recommendations and support for various behavioral health needs for children and their families. Thanks to the recent renovation of the lower level, they have doubled their capacity and added space for 7 new clinicians (3 already in place)! This means more kids and families can get the help they need ??. #LeonLevineFoundation #CarolinasNonProfit #InvestingInPeople

myFutureNC?is a statewide nonprofit organization that promotes a vision for an education-to-workforce continuum across North Carolina from early childhood through adulthood. It aligns and supports local, regional and state actions to increase attainment of industry-valued credentials and post-secondary degrees. myFutureNC promotes work in all sectors and helps drive the type of educational outcomes that will fulfill employer needs.? They are one of our grantees because their work places a high value on post-secondary education for all, including first-generation students and those with limited financial means. ?? Learn more about their important work: https://lnkd.in/eA5w3ihu #LeonLevineFoundation #PostSecondaryDegree #CarolinasNonprofit

It is an honor to watch our grantees' dreams turn into realities! In late September, Meals on Wheels Rowan celebrated the grand opening of their newly renovated offices in Salisbury that they moved into over the summer. ??? Volunteers will pick up meals here to deliver to those in need in the community. Our foundation contributed to the Forever Home Fund to help finance this project as a part of our Human Services pillar. The mission of Meals on Wheels Rowan is to deliver food and nutritious meals to Rowan County seniors who have difficulty leaving their homes or are challenged to prepare their meals. Volunteers and staff build relationships, provide referrals and work to mitigate social isolation. Read more about this exciting development: https://bit.ly/4cVturr #CarolinasNonprofit #CommunitySupport #LeonLevineFoundation #MealsOnWheels

Congratulations to?Atrium Health?on the recent grand opening of its Levine Cancer Proton & Advanced Radiation Center! The center offers a range of cutting-edge radiation therapies in one place, including Gamma Knife radiosurgery and proton beam therapy. These highly precise treatments give patients with complex tumors more options for safe, effective care with limited side effects and improved quality of life. We applaud these efforts that fit into our healthcare pillar, which champions improving access to quality local and regional healthcare programs that prolong and enhance people's lives. President and Executive Director of Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute?Ruben Mesa, MD?spoke at the event, as did cancer survivor Oliver Sacks, who is pictured with his mother, Irene Wong. Atrium Health Foundation is one of our grantees. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/ecv8b_c5 #LeonLevineFoundation #AtriumHealth #CancerTreatment #CLTHealthcare

As Hurricane Helene recovery efforts continue, we remain committed to supporting our partners and the important work happening in the region. This week, we distributed an additional $1.7M to eight organizations focused on ongoing relief efforts, medical needs and legal assistance to those in need. To learn more about these organizations, and TLLF’s efforts, please visit: https://lnkd.in/esUBPKMN American Red Cross Red Cross responders are providing shelter, food, water, relief supplies and comfort to those coping with the destruction left behind by Hurricane Helene. https://www.redcross.org Blue Ridge Health Blue Ridge is sending medical teams to shelters, mobile units to high-need communities, resources to migrant populations, mini-clinics to high-needs housing apartments and pharmacy delivery services to areas that need it most. https://www.brchs.com Legal Aid of North Carolina Legal Aid’s Disaster Relief Project provides legal assistance and education to survivors of natural disasters and supports long-term recovery and resiliency in impacted communities. https://www.legalaidnc.org Mountain Area Health Education Center - MAHEC MAHEC is addressing urgent community health needs with walk-in clinics, regional care coordination, an Emergency Medical Shelter, telemedicine and critical medications. https://mahec.net NECHAMA - Jewish Response to Disaster The domestic Jewish organization dedicated to disaster relief, Nechama is mobilizing volunteers for home recovery, debris clearing and muck and gut efforts in Buncombe and Henderson Counties. https://nechama.org Pisgah Legal Services Pisgah Legal Services is providing free legal support in Western NC, including housing assistance, disaster employment benefits, consumer protection, Medicaid and FEMA application completion. https://lnkd.in/gH3nMjMC The Salvation Army North & South Carolina Division The Salvation Army is delivering essential food, supplies and emotional support through trained Emergency Disaster Relief workers across the Carolinas. https://lnkd.in/eia8QrHb Water Mission A global relief organization providing safe water, sanitation and hygiene solutions, Water Mission is continuing to set up emergency safe water systems in locations across Western NC. https://watermission.org

We are proud to announce a $2.25 million, three-year commitment to SparkNC! This innovative statewide "Future of Work" initiative connects K-12 schools, community colleges and businesses to provide underserved students with opportunities to explore passions, engage with industry partners and embark on pathways to degrees, credentials and jobs. With a flexible, modular approach that inspires learning and encourages exploration, SparkNC is redefining how students progress, offering a critical alternative for students to build the skills they need for economic mobility and self-sufficiency. We invite you to check out SparkNC's innovative work at https://www.sparknc.org/.? #LeonLevineFoundation #GivingBackNC #NorthCarolinaNonprofit #InvestingInPeople

Tomorrow, October 7th, marks one year since communities throughout Israel were brutally attacked by Hamas terrorists. As we reflect on the devastation endured, we honor the memories of the 1,200 murdered on that day. We are painfully reminded of the 254 individuals who were kidnapped and taken hostage, pray for the release of the 101 still being held hostage and grieve those who were killed. Our partners throughout the Carolinas will be holding events to remember the victims of the tragic day:?https://lnkd.in/ewUM3beS. For the Jewish community, the anniversary of Oct 7 falls during the High Holidays,?and our partners at One Table have put together a guide with ways to utilize the holidays to reflect, engage in discussion and process:?https://lnkd.in/ehGf_647?

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact, our hearts remain with everyone affected, especially our neighbors in Western NC and Upstate SC. We are committed to supporting and standing alongside them. Building on our initial allocation, we are now announcing $1.7 million in disbursed funding as part of our $5 million pledge to aid organizations leading immediate relief efforts. This round of support is headlined by a $500,000 commitment to?Feeding the Carolinas (https://lnkd.in/d78mMDw9)?to ensure essential food and water supplies reach those in need through a collective of regional food banks and a $250,000 commitment to the?Central Carolina Community Foundation's One SC Fund?to support comprehensive recovery initiatives in Upstate South Carolina. Additional partners receiving funding in this round include: ABCCM - Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry Community Care Clinic of Boone Good Samaritan Clinic Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian Ministry HELPING HANDS CLINIC OF CALDWELL CO HENDERSON COUNTY FREE MEDICAL CLINIC INC Hunger and Health Coalition The North Carolina Partnership for Children Team Rubicon United Way of Asheville & Buncombe County Vecinos, Inc. Wine To Water We thank these organizations (and the many others) for their life-saving work right now and encourage others to join in supporting these efforts. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

The Jewish High Holidays kick off in a few hours, and we wanted to wish our Jewish communities throughout the Carolinas and the world a Shana Tova (a good year)! In these challenging times, we are keeping the Jewish Communities of Western NC/Upstate SC, as well as throughout Israel, in our minds, and we hope the year ahead brings peace, health and safety for all. Rosh Hashanah will begin this evening and go through the evening of Oct. 3 or 4, depending on observance and tradition. Yom Kippur will be observed from the evening of Oct. 11 to Oct. 12. During these periods, some of our staff and partners may be unavailable due to religious observance. For those who are interested in learning more about these holidays and the appropriate greetings to use for both, here's a resource with some high-level and easy-to-understand overviews:?https://lnkd.in/eXN4S6ij #LeonLevineFoundation #RoshHashanah #YomKippur #HappyNewYear #HighHolidays #JewishHolidays