We are pleased to announce that the Strategic Plan for The 40/30 Challenge has been finalized and approved by the Steering Committee.
This plan, which includes three major strategies with accompanying action steps, gives the framework for the future establishment of the College Hub of Spartanburg County and reflects the collaboration of more than 200 individuals over the last two years.
We would like to take this opportunity to especially thank the Steering Committee for all of their hard work. Each member graciously gave of their time, resources, and knowledge to provide a finalized Strategic Plan for The 40/30 Challenge. Again, we say thank you.
Steering Committee and Action Team Members
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Audrey Grant- Co-Chair
Clarence Batts
Kathleen Brady
Foster Chapman
David Cordeau
Jennifer Evins
Betsy Fleming
Rob Gregory
Laurie Hillstock
Para Jones
Isaac McKissick
Cherie Pressley
Jim Ray
Mary Thomas
Sheryl Turner-Watts
Todd Stephens
Sherry Vaughn |
Steve Wunder- Co-Chair
Bill Brasington
Carolyn Brooks
Laura Corbin
John Dargan
Ann Fesperman
Sally Hammond
Lavinia Hurley
Mitch Kennedy
Darryl Owings
Tommy Quick
Jim Thomas
Clay Turner
John Stockwell
David Wood | |
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You are invited to a special gathering on January 28, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center.
This meeting will provide a forum for presenting the Strategic Plan to all of the community stakeholders who have been involved with The 40/30 Challenge.
Invitation to follow. |
| Introducing Project Manager for Community Initiatives |
| We are very excited to announce that Dr. Audrey Grant will now serve as the Project Manager for Community Initiatives for The Spartanburg County Foundation. Dr. Grant's role with The 40/30 Challenge will be to:
- Provide transitional staff leadership to the Leadership Team to establish the College Hub
- Research best practices to help shape and inform the work of the 40/30 Challenge
- Work with the Foundation to identify funding opportunities for short term objectives and to secure partner commitments
You may direct any questions or comments regarding The 40/30 Challenge to Dr. Grant at Agrant@spcf.org or by calling (864) 582.0138. |
Established in 1943, the mission of The Spartanburg County Foundation is to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Spartanburg County. Since its inception, The Foundation has focused its financial resources for the advancement of education, arts and culture, historic preservation, health, social services, recreation, and youth activities. Beyond grantmaking, The Foundation serves as a catalyst to bring diverse groups together to collaborate, form partnerships, address issues, foster giving and generate involvement. To learn more about The Spartanburg County Foundation, please visit our website at www.spcf.org. |