Our Mission
The Cemala Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1986 by Martha A. and Ceasar Cone II to continue the family tradition of commitment to enhancing the quality of life of the community through grants to qualified charitable organizations.
Special Interest Areas
The Cemala Foundation envisions a Guilford County that is viewed as a desirable destination for individuals, families, and businesses where:
- Wise and honorable people of integrity are nurtured as community leaders
- Every child is developmentally ready to start school
- A 21st century education is available to all.
- All employable citizens earn a living wage in a vibrant economy
- All citizens live in safe and affordable housing
- Center City Greensboro is the robust hub of the community
- There is a thriving arts and cultural community
- It is an environmentally friendly town
- Parks and recreation are easily accessible
Who can receive support from the Cemala Foundation?
Grants are made only to non-profit charitable organizations which are tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or to public governmental units. Generally, grants are limited to projects which benefit the citizens of Guilford County, North Carolina. Occasionally, projects are considered, which benefit the citizens of North Carolina as a whole.
Grant Recipients
Click here to review the list of Grant Recipients for 2005.
Click here to review the list of Grant Recipients for 2006.
Click here to review the list of Grant Recipients for 2007.
Click here to review the list of Grant Recipients for 2008.
Click here to review the list of Grant Recipients for 2009.
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