Triangle Community Foundation

We were happy to join Coffee & Culture 2026, hosted by United Arts Wake County at The Chapel at Dix Park to celebrate cultural arts across Wake County. TheGifted Arts, Inc., a nonprofit grantee partner across multiple Triangle Community Foundation funding programs, was presented with the 2026 Arts Champion Award for an Organization. Congratulations to Nicholé, CJ, and the rest of The Gifted Arts team!

Join Triangle Community Foundation this Thursday, September 24 at 1:00pm for a virtual information session to learn more about our Fall 2026 Housing Affordability grant program for housing nonprofit partners based in and serving the Triangle region.

Register here: https://trianglecf-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZZuGHbSWQIiduR6qWr6JQQ #/registration

Apply now through October 16, 2026 for one-year grants supporting Triangle housing affordability nonprofits.

Funding is for general operations of organizations focused on housing affordability initiatives across the Triangle. Please review full program goals and eligibility criteria on our website!

Learn more and apply here: https://trianglecf.org/award/our-impact-housing-affordability/

Apply now through October 16, 2026 for one-year grants supporting Triangle housing affordability nonprofits.

Funding is for general operations of organizations focused on housing affordability initiatives across the Triangle. Please review full program goals and eligibility criteria on our website!

Learn more and apply here: https://trianglecf.org/award/our-impact-housing-affordability/

Brunching isn't the only winning combination. Learn how "bunching" your charitable giving could make a bigger difference. Link below to read Deirdre's latest blog post: https://trianglecf.org/brunching-and-bunching-both-winning-combinations/

Did you know Triangle Community Foundation's office space also serves as a rotating art gallery in partnership with The Durham Art Guild's Art@Work program? Our current exhibit highlights Shayla Thornton, a mixed media artist living in Durham. We invite you to learn more about Shayla in our latest blog post Q&A: https://trianglecf.org/meet-the-artist-shayla-thornton/

Don't miss the chance to see Shayla's art in person next Thursday, August 27th at A Tour of Art in RTP! Grab your FREE ticket today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-tour-of-art-in-rtp-tickets-1993866156347?aff=oddtdtcreator

On , we celebrate the backbone of our community - the nonprofit organizations serving our region. Through their dedication, compassion, and innovation, they address our community's greatest challenges and provide support and opportunities for our neighbors to thrive.

Today and every day, thank you to the many organizations in the Triangle!

Katherin Castillo, Scholarship & Program Officer, and Michelle Sorrells, Senior Program Officer, visited Education & Youth grantee West End Community Foundation yesterday in Durham County. They met with the Executive Director, Dosali Reed-Bandele to learn about the center’s rich history, afterschool and summer camp programs, and community partnerships that serve families in the West End.

We're grateful for the opportunity to meet with our nonprofit partners and learn more about the impact they are making in the community each day!

In honor of back-to-school season, check out our latest blog post written by Meredyth Pederson Cooper! 📚

She explores how picture books can help you and your family connect and find common language to talk about some of the most meaningful lessons in life, including what it means to be a philanthropist.

What Can a Picture Book Teach Us About Philanthropy? | Triangle Community Foundation Written by Meredyth Pederson Cooper, Executive Liaison and Community Event Manager In my household, books are my go-to tool for engaging with big ideas. As a parent to a highly curious four-year-old…

Zach Ward, Senior Program Officer, spent Saturday with Triangle Native American Society Inc at Rialto Theatre for the second annual Triangle Native American Film Festival! 🎥

The festival offered a unique opportunity to experience authentic Indigenous perspectives and connect with the rich cultures and stories of Native communities. Learn more here: https://abc11.com/post/triangle-native-american-film-festival-celebrates-indigenous-storytelling-raleigh-nc/19650777/

Congratulations to our new board chair on her appointment to become the next president of the Julian Bond Institute at the Center for Responsible Lending! We are proud of the impact Crystal is making on the many communities she is a part of.