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 Community Listening Sessions this week. We’ve heard from school administrators, teachers, parents, retirees, and other members of our community who are concerned about their neighborhoods […]
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 Harvest Foundation is hosting a series of Community Listening Sessions to hear directly from Martinsville-Henry County residents about potential projects and programs that can build […]
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 privacy. The Harvest Foundation will invest $336,480 over the next three years to support startup costs for the Piedmont Adult Drug Court program Martinsville, Va. […]
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 capital campaign supporting an extensive renovation and expansion of the Bassett Library. The Harvest Foundation will invest $396,184 toward the renovation project. “Libraries are at […]
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 a fun event combining Easter egg hunts and interactive activities with books! On March 25 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Smith River […]
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 Americans in our community, recognizing how well they go together. This week we are partnering with the Fayette Area Historical Initiative (FAHI) to tell stories […]
Commonwealth Crossing receives $22.3M state grant for site development
Virginia Business Ready Sites Program helps attract new businesses by increasing portfolio of competitive project-ready sites RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced a total of $90 million in Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP) development grants for 21 sites across the Commonwealth. Administered by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), this discretionary program […]
