Guiding local philanthropy together.
Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation
Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation
Your local community foundation
The Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation was established in 1944 by local leaders to encourage philanthropy and secure resources to address local issues. The Foundation brings together charitable donors, community leaders and nonprofits to make positive impacts in Salisbury, N.C.
The Foundation supports the good work of local nonprofits through grantmaking. Since inception, it has awarded more than $12.7 million to dozens of nonprofits.
You can give at any level to support community grantmaking by the Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation Board of Advisors. These volunteers thoughtfully award grants to nonprofits serving the local community.
Local needs, local impact
The Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation awards dozens of grants each year, supporting causes that are important to the local community.
Board of Advisors
Lauren Whaley, Chair, Carolinas Credit Union Foundation
Laura Davis, Civic Leader
Greg Edds, Rowan County Board of Commissioners
Alan King, Civic Leader
Daniel Matangira, Matangira Recycling
Deborah Messinger, Civic Leader
Mindy Miller, Catawba College
Dr. Eva Nelson, Civic Leader
Mary Ponds, Civic Leader
Kelly Withers, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Get in touch
David Snider
Vice President & Program Officer
Alex Russell
Board & Grants Specialist