In the words of Margaret Mead, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” This memorable quote was shared by our emcee, Ohavia Phillips, who opened The Renaissance Mentors Event held on September 28th at the Revelry Camp North End. […]
CONTINUE READINGThree lucky RenWest residents recently got the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in a 3-hour private cooking, learning and dining experience with, esteemed Chef Daina Soto-Sellers at Charlotte’s most highly acclaimed cooking school, Johnson & Wales University. This opportunity was made possible by the generosity of an auction bidder who attended last year’s Renaissance Mentor’s event. Terry Shook […]
CONTINUE READINGVolunteers from one of our our corporate partner Lowe’s, recently joined RenWest staff and senior adults to replant The Retreat’s, senior residential homes, raised garden beds with colorful blooms to kick off Earth Day. It was so much fun having our Lowe’s Red Vest volunteers on hand to remove weeds, roots and other debris littering the garden. The contained greenspace received […]
CONTINUE READINGCharlotte, NC April 7, 2023 — Steve Smith, a 16-year NFL superstar, and Kieth Cockrell, the Charlotte President of Bank of America, are pillars in the Charlotte community; tops in their fields; and share a common experience of having overcome adversity-filled childhoods. Most importantly, they share a passion for giving back to the community and […]
CONTINUE READINGA ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception marked the official opening of the RenWest Training Center Powered by Lowe’s, made possible by Lowe’s $3 million investment in the Renaissance West Community Initiative.
CONTINUE READINGSome 150 community leaders, donors, and guests convened at the Terrace at Cedar Hill on Thursday, Sept. 29 to raise money and celebrate the success of Renaissance West Community Initiative’s work in eradicating intergenerational poverty in our community.
CONTINUE READINGGovernor Roy Cooper joined more than 200 members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. on the Renaissance West Community Initiative Campus for the Fraternity’s Day of Service as part of its 83rd International Grand Conclave held in Charlotte this year.
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