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Acknowledging our Past for a Stronger Tomorrow

The final story in the series will tie together the theme of evolution introduced in the first five stories– and highlight the recent state-wide events and Wells Fargo announcement. It will focus on how the Trust has evolved to further Mrs. Reynolds’ original mission by working to change systems with racial equity at its core. It will tell the story of the Trust’s deepening commitment to racial equity and systems change throughout the first 75 years, and announce the divestment from tobacco.

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Published on October 19, 2022January 25, 2023

Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust Will No Longer Invest In Tobacco

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust announced today that it will divest from tobacco and instead commit to a socially responsible investment strategy to support community-led businesses and economic opportunities in North Carolina.

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Published on September 27, 2022September 27, 2022

Adam Linker Promoted to Vice President of Programs, Alison Duncan Promoted to Grants Administrator

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust is excited to announce Adam Linker, director of programs, has been promoted to vice president of programs, and Alison Duncan, program coordinator, has been promoted to grants administrator.

Published on September 21, 2022

The Trust Remembers Former President Ray Cope

Ray Cope, the first president of the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, passed away on August 30, 2022. Under his leadership, the Trust team grew and focused grantmaking efforts in Forsyth County and across the state, to fulfill Mrs. Reynolds’ vision of improved health and quality of life for residents with low incomes. We send our deep condolences to Ray’s family, colleagues, and friends. We thank him for his dedication and service to our foundation, community, and state.

Published on September 6, 2022September 6, 2022

Addressing North Carolina’s Mental Health Needs 

The initial charge of the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust was to provide medical care for people who couldn’t afford it. Seventy-five years later, that work has evolved and intensified as the Trust continues to work toward a system where all North Carolina residents can access equitable care regardless of race, place, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.

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Published on September 1, 2022September 8, 2022

75 Years of Investing in Access to Care

The initial charge of the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust was to provide medical care for people who couldn’t afford it. Seventy-five years later, that work has evolved and intensified as the Trust continues to work toward a system where all North Carolina residents can access equitable care regardless of race, place, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.

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Published on July 28, 2022July 29, 2022

Systems Change to Support Families in Forsyth County

When we look at investments made in the early days of the Trust, we see charitable giving. Today, through our Local Impact in Forsyth County program, we work to improve quality of life for residents in our hometown by supporting efforts to address systemic health, education, and economic challenges.

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Published on July 12, 2022August 31, 2022

Committed to Rural Health from the Start

The establishment of the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust in 1947 began a lasting commitment to working with North Carolina’s rural communities. These areas are traditionally rich in resources and culture, yet under resourced when compared to their urban neighbors.

Published on June 21, 2022January 25, 2023