A well-used shortcut connecting the neighborhood to Fairview Park just got a major upgrade — and the timing couldn't be better. With last weekend's ice storm behind us and another round of winter weather on the way, residents now have a safer, more accessible path to reach the park, the community center, and nearby bus stops. This pathway improvement is part of the Communities on the Move program’s Activate! plan, which works to contribute to physical improvements that enhance neighborhood...

As we begin 2026, FFORC is pleased to announce the launch of two comprehensive digital skills training series designed specifically for nonprofit staff, community organizers, and community partners. These trainings were inspired directly by lessons learned from our participatory grantmaking (PGM) initiative. Partners voiced challenges with the technological aspects of the process but found tremendous value in learning digital skills applicable to their broader community work. Based on their...

What better way to embrace the spirit of Thanksgiving than through community connection and movement! 🤝 On November 23rd, we partnered with Hope NC, B3, and Habitat for Humanity's Weavers Grove community for their Turkey Trot event—marking our team's first collaboration with organizations serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Attendees experienced active movement through several stations: 🚲 🥤Bike-powered smoothie makers (bicycles mounted on trainers to...