The Endowment
Committed to addressing root causes in community safety, development, social and health equity, and education.

In honor of National Nurses Week, thank you. 💙
We’re grateful to the nurses and healthcare professionals who show up for New Hanover County with compassion, expertise, and steadiness every day.
We thank the students who are choosing this calling, committing to learn, grow, and serve right here at home, and the faculty and clinical teams guiding them along the way.
To our partners, thank you for your shared commitment and collaboration.
And to our community, thank you for believing in and supporting the next generation of caregivers.
👉 See how this work comes to life through New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership: https://theendowment.org/nurse-appreciation-week/
https://newhanoverhealthcarecareerpartnership.com/
#ThePowerOfNurses
*photos provided by Cape Fear Community College

In honor of National Nurses Week, thank you. 💙
We’re grateful to the nurses and healthcare professionals who show up for New Hanover County with compassion, expertise, and steadiness every day.
We thank the students who are choosing this calling, committing to learn, grow, and serve right here at home, and the faculty and clinical teams guiding them along the way.
To our partners, thank you for your shared commitment and collaboration.
And to our community, thank you for believing in and supporting the next generation of caregivers.
👉 See how this work comes to life through New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership: https://theendowment.org/nurse-appreciation-week/
https://newhanoverhealthcarecareerpartnership.com/
#ThePowerOfNurses
*photos provided by Cape Fear Community College

In honor of National Nurses Week, thank you. 💙
We’re grateful to the nurses and healthcare professionals who show up for New Hanover County with compassion, expertise, and steadiness every day.
We thank the students who are choosing this calling, committing to learn, grow, and serve right here at home, and the faculty and clinical teams guiding them along the way.
To our partners, thank you for your shared commitment and collaboration.
And to our community, thank you for believing in and supporting the next generation of caregivers.
👉 See how this work comes to life through New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership: https://theendowment.org/nurse-appreciation-week/
https://newhanoverhealthcarecareerpartnership.com/
#ThePowerOfNurses
*photos provided by Cape Fear Community College

In honor of National Nurses Week, thank you. 💙
We’re grateful to the nurses and healthcare professionals who show up for New Hanover County with compassion, expertise, and steadiness every day.
We thank the students who are choosing this calling, committing to learn, grow, and serve right here at home, and the faculty and clinical teams guiding them along the way.
To our partners, thank you for your shared commitment and collaboration.
And to our community, thank you for believing in and supporting the next generation of caregivers.
👉 See how this work comes to life through New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership: https://theendowment.org/nurse-appreciation-week/
https://newhanoverhealthcarecareerpartnership.com/
#ThePowerOfNurses
*photos provided by Cape Fear Community College

Momentum, partnerships, and progress!
📬 Read the latest newsletter for updates and what’s ahead. https://theendowment.org/april-news/
💙Subscribe to The Endowment Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/h-8zIf

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Mother’s Day 💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures whose care, strength, compassion, and support help shape our families, neighborhoods, and community. Whether through parenting, mentorship, caregiving, teaching, friendship, or simply showing up for others, their impact is meaningful and lasting.
To all who nurture, encourage, and uplift those around them, thank you for the difference you make every day in New Hanover County.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We’re grateful for the New Hanover County teachers and school leaders who do far more than deliver lessons, they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and create welcoming classrooms where students can thrive.
Our recent Principal for a Day experience was a powerful reminder of how important it is for schools, families, nonprofits, and businesses to work together for student success.
Read more:https://theendowment.org/teacher-appreciation-week/

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We’re grateful for the New Hanover County teachers and school leaders who do far more than deliver lessons, they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and create welcoming classrooms where students can thrive.
Our recent Principal for a Day experience was a powerful reminder of how important it is for schools, families, nonprofits, and businesses to work together for student success.
Read more:https://theendowment.org/teacher-appreciation-week/

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We’re grateful for the New Hanover County teachers and school leaders who do far more than deliver lessons, they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and create welcoming classrooms where students can thrive.
Our recent Principal for a Day experience was a powerful reminder of how important it is for schools, families, nonprofits, and businesses to work together for student success.
Read more:https://theendowment.org/teacher-appreciation-week/

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We’re grateful for the New Hanover County teachers and school leaders who do far more than deliver lessons, they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and create welcoming classrooms where students can thrive.
Our recent Principal for a Day experience was a powerful reminder of how important it is for schools, families, nonprofits, and businesses to work together for student success.
Read more:https://theendowment.org/teacher-appreciation-week/

May 4th, Board Chair, Shannon Winslow, MBA and President and CEO, Sophie Dagenais of The Endowment shared an update with the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, highlighting strong momentum, 2026 priorities, and the path ahead for The Endowment.
Check out the recap here: https://theendowment.org/presentation-to-the-new-hanover-county-board-of-commissioners-may-4th-2026/

May 4th, Board Chair, Shannon Winslow, MBA and President and CEO, Sophie Dagenais of The Endowment shared an update with the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, highlighting strong momentum, 2026 priorities, and the path ahead for The Endowment.
Check out the recap here: https://theendowment.org/presentation-to-the-new-hanover-county-board-of-commissioners-may-4th-2026/

May 4th, Board Chair, Shannon Winslow, MBA and President and CEO, Sophie Dagenais of The Endowment shared an update with the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, highlighting strong momentum, 2026 priorities, and the path ahead for The Endowment.
Check out the recap here: https://theendowment.org/presentation-to-the-new-hanover-county-board-of-commissioners-may-4th-2026/

The Endowment is awarding $2.8 million in new grants augmenting youth safety and summer opportunities, expanding access to health care and food, and promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.
“Our investments are designed to meet young people and families where they are, and support our vibrant community of entrepreneurs and innovation,” said Sophie Dagenais, President and CEO. “We aim to strengthen access to quality programs, health care, nutritious food, and pathways to opportunity. Together, these efforts help build a community that is more connected, resilient, and positioned for long-term success.”
Read the full announcement to learn more: https://theendowment.org/the-endowment-awards-2-8m-in-new-grants/
ACCESS of Wilmington
@Voyage - Wilmington
@Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern NC
Cape Fear HealthNet
NC IDEA
New Hanover County Government, NC
StepUp Wilmington Wilmington
Tides, Inc.

⏰ Final call — submit your application today!
Be a part of The Endowment’s Community Advisory Council (CAC)!
The 18-member CAC plays a vital role in connecting The Endowment with the New Hanover County community, bringing forward local insight, lived experience, and community perspective to help guide our work.
We’re currently seeking applicants to fill five open three-year terms. We welcome individuals with experience across our four pillars: social and health equity, education, public safety, and community development.
If you live in New Hanover County and want to help shape the future of our community, don’t miss this opportunity.
👉 Apply now: https://theendowment.org/get-involved/get-involved/

Join the team and make a difference in New Hanover County! We’re hiring for Vice President, Programs and Grants and Executive Assistant to the CEO.
If you’re passionate about serving others and giving back, we’d love to have you on our team.
Know someone who’d be a great fit? Share this with them!
Learn more and apply today!
https://theendowment.org/about/careers_and_rfps/

Yesterday, the @artscouncilwilmannounced 43 recipients of the 2026 Arts & Culture Grants Program funded by The Endowment. 🎉
Selected by the Arts Council, these organizations span theater, music, dance, literary arts, and more, bringing programs to life through education, performances, exhibitions, and community engagement.
Congratulations to the 2026 grant recipients!Thank you to the @artscouncilwilm for bringing creativity, inspiration, and cultural enrichment to New Hanover County!
Learn more: https://theendowment.org/arts-council-of-wilmington-awards-430000-in-grants-to-local-arts-and-culture-organizations/

Save the Date! 📅
Public Meeting & Board Listening Session
The Endowment’s Board of Directors invites the New Hanover County community to join us for our semiannual public meeting and listening session.
🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
🚪 Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
📍 Minnie Evans Performing Arts Center
555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28412
Come learn about the latest updates at The Endowment, share your insights, and help shape our work through your feedback.
❓Questions? Ask them during the session or send them in advance to communications@theendowment.org.

Join The Endowment team!
We’re hiring for two exciting opportunities:
📌 Executive Assistant to the President & CEO (Posted until filled)
📌 Strategic Engagement & Communications Summer Intern (Applications close Friday, April 3)
If you’re passionate about community impact and want to be part of work that strengthens New Hanover County, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more and apply: https://theendowment.org/about/careers_and_rfps/

Join The Endowment team!
We’re hiring for two exciting opportunities:
📌 Executive Assistant to the President & CEO (Posted until filled)
📌 Strategic Engagement & Communications Summer Intern (Applications close Friday, April 3)
If you’re passionate about community impact and want to be part of work that strengthens New Hanover County, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more and apply: https://theendowment.org/about/careers_and_rfps/

Applications are open for The Endowment’s Community Advisory Council (CAC)!
The 18-member CAC serves as an important link between The Endowment and the New Hanover County community, helping inform our work through local insight, lived experience, and community perspective.
We are seeking applicants to fill five open three-year terms. CAC members bring a range of experience across education, health, public safety, social equity, and community development.
If you live in New Hanover County and want to help shape the future of our community, we encourage you to apply.
Apply here: https://theendowment.org/get-involved/get-involved/
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