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News · 10 Sep 2025

The Contribution Project: Fall Applications Are Open!

The Contribution Project is funding youth-led ideas that strengthen communities. Apply September 8–30 for $400 support!

Blog · 8 Sep 2025

Q&A with Martijn Lampert of Glocalities

In our quest to learn from global communities and support those living greatly in Charlotte and beyond, we partnered with Glocalities, an Amsterdam-based international research agency renowned for cross-cultural research into behavioral psychology and values. I sat down with co-founder Martijn Lampert to delve into their unique approach and the insights they are uncovering.

Blog · 26 Aug 2025

DifferenceMakers® CLT: 2025 Washington, D.C. Trip

Check out highlights from the August 2025 trip to Washington, D.C. with this year's cohort of DifferenceMakers®.

Blog · 25 Aug 2025

Q&A: Co-Creating Our City with the German Marshall Fund

How can we build cities where young people thrive? This Q&A with the German Marshall Fund explores a bold new model of youth-led civic co-creation in Charlotte.

News · 20 Aug 2025

Tether: Threading Together the Study and Experience of Purpose

This inaugural issue brings together stories, interviews, and reflections that explore how purpose shapes our lives, work, and communities.

Blog · 5 Aug 2025

Charlotte and Helsinki: Creating a Sense of Belonging for Their Residents

What makes a city feel like home? This reflection explores how Helsinki and Charlotte each point toward deeper belonging through public space and care.