Boomerang Greensboro is a program initiative of Action Greensboro that aims to draw in former residents who moved elsewhere back to Greensboro – like a boomerang. Launched in 2021, with an initial grant of $50,000 from The Cemala Foundation, the program’s goal is to help foster economic development in the city of Greensboro, by reintroducing…
Center City Park, located in the heart of downtown Greensboro, was one of the key components of Action Greensboro’s 2001 Center City Master Plan. Designed by Halvorson Design of Boston, its paved trails, green space, fountains, and public art provide a venue for relaxation, health and wellness activities, and entertainment. Center City Park cost more…
Located in Downtown Greensboro, the 3,000 seat Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts boasts a $94M state-of-the-art facility that hosts a diverse variety of events including concerts, Guilford College’s Bryan Series, Greensboro Symphony Orchestra performances, comedy shows and all types of family entertainment including Broadway and other live theatrical productions. In its inaugural season…
Beyond Sports NC provides sports programs to 3rd – 8th grade students in Title I schools. It introduces students to a variety of sports, sports equipment, games, and activities resulting in a new confidence in self and in sports to carry them into middle school and beyond. Sports, physical activity, movement, and the promotion of…
Launched on February 21, 2024, at the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Annual Celebration, the Future Ready GSO campaign is a partnership between Action Greensboro and Family Forward NC that promotes family-friendly workplace environments. With the support of eight Greensboro funders, Future Ready GSO aims to ensure that at least 85,000 employees in Greensboro work…
Ready for School, Ready for Life is a community-wide initiative working to build a system of care for children prenatal to five years old, to ensure all children in Guilford County are ready to succeed in kindergarten and thrive in life. In Guilford County, 50% of children are arriving at kindergarten unprepared, and we know…
The Downtown Greenway, a collaborative project of the City of Greensboro and Action Greensboro, is a planned 4-mile walking and biking trail in the heart of Greensboro that promotes local economic development, showcases public art, provides transportation alternatives, connects GSO’s trail system and promotes wellness and physical fitness. The Greenway construction has spanned the terms…
Since 2010, Cemala has supported “Opera at the Carolina” for all 5th graders in Guilford County. Opera at the Carolina provides students the chance to visit Greensboro Opera and observe the magic that comes to light. For several students, this is their first time in attendance. This innovative outreach also features a “Write Your Own…