December: A year of change, progress, and the Power of Learning
This was a year for learning new things. We all witnessed a chaotic and unpredictable Presidential election. We saw changes in local leadership. We also saw significant progress in some […]
Black Box upgrades to boost youth engagement, community growth
Funding will support building a downstairs dressing room for privacy, upgrades to the freight lift (elevator) to transport heavy props Martinsville, Va. — TheatreWorks Community Players is working on upgrades […]
November: Growth and Gratitude
During this season of gratitude, I like to reflect on the positive things happening around me. This year, the Harvest Youth Board is once again hosting the W. Dan Prince […]
High-tech outdoor fitness court opens in Henry County, coming soon to Martinsville
The Harvest Foundation provided matching grants from The National Fitness Campaign for two accessible outdoor fitness courts, includes access to free expert training app Martinsville, Va. — A new state-of-the-art […]
October: The Power of Local Connections and Civic Duty
From the desk of Harvest Foundation President Kate Keller My mom was a high school American government and history teacher. As you might imagine, my brothers and I were dragged […]
Staff Book Study: “Think Again” by Adam Grant
by Sheryl Agee Our team recently completed a staff book study on “Think Again” by Adam Grant, and it couldn’t have been more relevant to the work we do. In […]
The Harvest Foundation awards nearly $64,000 for Project Hope 2024
Six local organizations and volunteer groups received funding for projects and programs across Martinsville-Henry County Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation awarded nearly $64,000 to fund six Project Hope grants […]
Martinsville day center celebrates sensory room grand opening
Edwards Adult Day Center officially cuts the ribbon Friday on its Zen Room Martinsville, Va. — Edwards Adult Day Center today celebrated the grand opening of its Zen Room at […]
The Harvest Foundation announces staff milestones, leadership transitions
Sheryl Agee to retire after more than a decade of dedicated service to The Harvest Foundation and the Martinsville-Henry County community Martinsville, Va. — The Harvest Foundation today announced the […]
September: This is “My Why” — YMCA’s role in building community
This month, Harvest announced a $12 million commitment toward building a new YMCA in Martinsville on the 5-Points Corner of North Memorial Boulevard, Fayette, and Church Streets. This is one […]