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 READINGRenaissance West Community Initiative Receives a Donation of $1M from Bank of America The gift recognizes the career of Bank of America executive Andrea B. Smith and her commitment to the Charlotte community. Charlotte, NC, March 29, 2022 – Renaissance West Community Initiative (RWCI) is pleased to announce a $1 million donation from Bank of America to […]
CONTINUE READINGIn late September of 2021, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge visited RenWest and toured the revitalized campus with Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles. During the visit, HUD Secretary Fudge explored our on-site early learning facility, The Howard Levine Child Development Center (HLCDC), operated by Dixon Academy, established to serve […]
CONTINUE READINGNew operator Dixon Academy will oversee management of the center CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Aug. 23, 2021) — Renaissance West Community Initiative (RWCI) announced this morning it will reopen the Howard Levine Child Development Center (HLCDC) in the coming months under the management of Dixon Academy, led by Chief Executive Officer Roslyn Dixon who currently owns and […]
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