April: We all deserve an MHC filled with hope and positivity

From the desk of Harvest Foundation President Kate Keller I’m inspired by the hope builders in our community who’ve shared their dreams and ideas with us in our Project Hope […]
Martinsville-Henry County residents encouraged to attend community listening sessions

The Harvest Foundation will host a series of listening sessions to invite community members to brainstorm potential projects, programs to build hope in their neighborhoods Martinsville, Va. — The […]
Drug Court program growing in Martinsville-Henry County

Special Note: This news release contains information about an individual’s experience in the Drug Court program and his sobriety journey. He has asked that his last name be omitted for […]
Uptown Partnership Appoints Spencer Koger as New Executive Director

Martinsville, VA (Friday, April 7, 2023) – Uptown Partnership announced today that Spencer Koger has been named its new executive director. Koger succeeds Tim Hall, who recently served as interim […]
March: Growing toward community-engaged leadership

From the desk of Harvest Foundation President Kate Keller Martinsville-Henry County is a community of reinvention. Local industry evolved from farming and tobacco to thriving textile and furniture operations. Now, […]
The Harvest Foundation announces investment for Bassett Library renovation project

Harvest to contribute $396,184 toward capital campaign for library renovations Martinsville, Va. — The Bassett Library Steering Committee and the Blue Ridge Regional Library system today launched a $2.25 million […]
Harvest Youth Board plans second-annual community Books & Bunnies Event

Free event combines fun activities, egg hunts, and books to promote literacy to children ages 0-12 Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Youth Board invites local youth and their families to […]
The Harvest Foundation welcomes new program officer for health, education

Dr. Sandy Strayer will begin her role on July 3 Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation announced today the addition of Dr. Sandy Strayer as the new health and education […]
The Harvest Foundation joins philanthropic coalition to support mental health education in Virginia

18 philanthropic foundations to collectively provide support for expanded training Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation is collaborating with 17 other philanthropic foundations throughout Virginia to fund expanded REACH behavioral […]
February: Celebrating the rich history of African Americans in Martinsville-Henry County

From the desk of Harvest Foundation President Kate Keller Throughout the month of February, we had the opportunity to celebrate — to celebrate love and the rich history of African […]