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Charlotte Has an $8,000 Beautification Grant — but the Nov. 4 Deadline Is Near

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Keep Charlotte Beautiful is accepting ideas for up to $8,000 in community grant funding before the Nov. 4 deadline.

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Five Charlotte Startups Are Tackling Community Health From Different Angles

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Five Charlotte health startups are working on access to care, healthy aging, medication access, chronic pain and heart diagnostics.

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Charlotte Offers Up to $100,000 to Expand Programs for Teens

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Charlotte is offering up to $100,000 in grants to help local organizations expand teen programs, transportation, mentoring and youth activities.

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How Upcycle Arts Is Giving Charlotte’s Creative Materials a Second Life

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Upcycle Arts turns donated craft supplies into affordable creative materials, reducing waste and expanding access for Charlotte artists, teachers and families.

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Talent is leaving: Charlotte Center for the Arts chases a $150M hub for South Charlotte

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Charlotte Center for the Arts is building support for a proposed three-phase project, starting with a feasibility study and aiming toward a planned Community Arts Hub and flagship campus

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When a Veteran Lost All, Blue Star Mothers of Charlotte Rallied—and Changed a Life

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Local heroes rally to provide hope, support, and a fresh start to a veteran in crisis.

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Charlotte Unites: 210,000 Meals Packed in Tribute to 25 Years After 9/11

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Community Unites in Massive Meal Drive, Marking 25 Years Since a Nation Forever Changed

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Charlotte Soul Fest: The Secret Resource Revolution Disguised as a Music Celebration

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Discover how Charlotte Soul Fest blends music, community, and vital support—all in one day.

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How 10,000 Kits Are Powering a Charlotte Movement You Can't Ignore

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How a Massive Volunteer Effort Is Changing Lives Across Charlotte—One Kit at a Time

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New Charlotte Dental Clinic Breaks Barriers, Sparks Debate Over Access to Care

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How one local clinic is breaking barriers and transforming dental health in Charlotte

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Charlotte Skilled to Build: Trades Jobs and $25B Mobility Plan

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Charlotte’s $25B mobility plan could create major opportunities for local trades, contractors and small businesses through the Skilled to Build initiative.

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"Enter the Future: Sparkhouse Uptown Ignites Charlotte's Creative Revolution"

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Igniting Innovation: Explore the dynamic community shaping Charlotte's future at Sparkhouse Uptown.

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Can a Juneteenth Gala Help Solve Charlotte’s Student Housing Crisis?

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More than 5,500 CMS students face housing instability. Freedom Fighting Missionaries is turning Juneteenth into action with Freedom Reimagined at Knight Theater to support Beatrice Place Homes.

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10,800 Laps for Shelter Pets Returns to Pearl Street Park in Charlotte

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Join Charlotte’s Steps for Shelter Pets charity walk at Pearl Street Park on May 30, 2026. Help raise money for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control shelter pets.

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Inside Charlotte’s NCIA Vocational Training Center Helping Residents Build New Careers

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NCIA’s Charlotte vocational training center helps veterans, returning citizens and job seekers launch careers in HVAC, CDL and automotive technology.

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Turning Church Land into Affordable Homes in Charlotte

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Charlotte faith communities are turning underused church land into affordable homes with $30k city grants, local partnerships, and a goal of creating up to 600 homes.

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Free Health Screenings in Charlotte (May 2, 2026) | Community Day Event

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Get free health screenings in Charlotte on May 2, 2026 at First Baptist Church West. Learn event details, services offered, and why this community health fair matters.

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KinderMourn Duck Race Charlotte 2026: Date, Details & How to Join

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Join the 2026 KinderMourn Hope Floats Duck Race at the Whitewater Center. Learn how to adopt a duck, event times, and how this Charlotte tradition supports grieving families.

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Three Sisters Market: $6M Investment Ends West Charlotte Food Desert

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West Boulevard corridor in West Charlotte will finally get a community-owned co-op grocery store—Three Sisters Market—backed by a $6M investment, bringing fresh food, jobs, and long-term economic stability.

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8-Year-Old Author Brayden Best Donates 50 Books to Build Charlotte Kids' Home Libraries

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Charlotte 8-year-old Brayden Best donated 50 copies of his book "Two Turtles in a Tank" to Promising Pages to help kids build home libraries.

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Charlotte Wine + Food Week 2026: Best April Event in Charlotte NC

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Charlotte Wine + Food Week returns April 15–19, 2026 with tastings, dinners, and events that support local nonprofits. Here’s what to expect and why it’s one of the best things to do in Charlotte this April.

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Carolinas Dream Gala 2026: Charlotte Leaders Unite to Support Dream On 3

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Charlotte’s Carolinas Dream Gala brings together business leaders to support Dream On 3 and create life-changing experiences for children. Here’s how to get involved.

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SHARE Charlotte Impact Report Shows Record Giving and Volunteer Growth

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SHARE Charlotte’s 2026 Impact Report reveals record-breaking giving, rising volunteerism, and growing support for more than 800 nonprofits across Mecklenburg County.

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Charlotte Program Offers HVAC Training to Help Residents Build Stable Careers

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The Charlotte Area Fund is helping residents facing financial challenges gain job skills, removing barriers like childcare and transportation while training the next generation of skilled trade workers.

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"Give Back and Get Inspired: Top 5 Charlotte Nonprofit Events This Weekend!"

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Discover the impact these local nonprofit events are making in Charlotte - and how you can be a part of it!

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Thompson and Hornets Join Forces to Revolutionize Youth Mental Health in the Carolinas

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Thompson and Hornets join forces to provide vital mental health services to youth in the Carolinas.

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Charlotte Chick-fil-A Fundraiser Supports Make-A-Wish With Heart-Shaped Trays

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Charlotte-area Chick-fil-A locations are selling heart-shaped trays to raise funds for Make-A-Wish of Central and Western North Carolina through February 14.

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"The Healing House: A Nonprofit's Mission to Create Community Amid Medical Crises"

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Discover how a Charlotte nonprofit transforms medical emergencies into opportunities for connection and support.

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Mecklenburg County Allocates Over $2 Million for Juvenile Crime Prevention Programs

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Mecklenburg County's JCPC is accepting applications for over $2 million in funding for programs supporting at-risk youth. Deadline: February 13.

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ASC Announces 2026 Grant Opportunities for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Creatives

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Discover new grant opportunities from ASC in 2026 for artists and nonprofits in Charlotte-Mecklenburg, including fellowships and venue support.

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