Give Back: Galloway Ridge shares how it’s helping during holidays

'It’s essential to support and help those surrounding us improve the quality of life for our neighbors’

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Describe the give-back program of Galloway Ridge:

The Galloway Ridge Chatham County Charitable Fund Grant Distribution Committee granted 19 awards in 2021, totaling $100,000. It was established in 2006 to serve the citizens of Chatham County. Galloway Ridge residents help their Chatham County neighbors in need through the Galloway Ridge Charitable Fund. Chatham County not-for-profits, schools, and governmental agency projects apply for community grants. We aim to fund projects in various locations within this large, rural county.

What’s unique about your program?

Any nonprofit (501(c)(3)) that serves in Chatham County is eligible to apply for funding. The funding is available for any particular type of service. We can help support human services, environmental causes, the arts, and more with this flexibility!

Is your give-back activity tied to your business?

Residents of Galloway Ridge lead the fund. As a community, we donate annually through a funding drive and select recipients through our Chatham County Community Fund Committee.

Any memorable experiences to share?

The residents of Galloway Ridge enjoy giving back through volunteerism as well. In the past, we would participate in Habitat for Humanity builds and host members of the Boys and Girls Club for activities. We are looking forward to opening our doors again when the time is right with safety in mind.

How can the community get involved?

Our residents enjoy learning about the programs in our community. We encourage you to learn more about an organization that matters to you and support them through volunteering.

In addition to providing funding opportunities, our residents make it a priority to give back through donating their time. In the past, Galloway Ridge has hosted a variety of activities for community organizations, like the Boys and Girls Club. By navigating the challenges of the pandemic, our residents were still able to volunteer their time. A few examples are building desks for students, 6 Little Free Libraries placed around Chatham County, clothing and food drives, and sewing washable feminine hygiene supply kits for developing nations.