A strategic plan is more than a roadmap—it is a living document that guides an organization’s direction, priorities, and decision-making. It reflects evolving challenges, opportunities, and community needs. As we launch our new four-year strategic plan, we embrace...
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9 ways to change the health of a community
The health of a community can depend on the civic participation of community members in the decision-making process. There are a wide range of activities that foster community well-being, strengthen democratic institutions, and empower people to make a difference....
Civic Engagement and Voting: Your Vote is Your Voice and You Should Use It!
At Wholespire, we’re in the business of inspiring you and your neighbors to engage with each other to make South Carolina a healthier place to live. And whether we’re discussing how to do that with our family, friends, or even strangers in the grocery line, the most...
Why is community feedback an important piece of PSE change?
Change can be difficult for many people to accept, especially when they are unaware of the plans to create change or have not been asked for their input. By not involving the people impacted by the change, you risk alienating community members, losing support for...
PSE Simplified: Determining if your project is a PSE change or program
Wholespire provides grant opportunities to communities across South Carolina for implementing a policy, system or environmental (PSE) change project. It’s a concept that can be challenging to explain and understand. To prepare you for any upcoming grant opportunities...
Decoding Jargon: 6 essential Wholespire terms to know
Have you ever left a meeting thinking, ‘I have no idea what they said’? Maybe you started working on your grant final report and don’t understand what’s being asked. That’s probably because of jargon—language used by people within a particular profession, culture, or...
Tips to consider when writing a Wholespire grant proposal
Funding your organization’s mission isn’t always easy, especially for non-profits. A lack of direct income means you often have to rely on external funding sources to support your work. This is a good opportunity where grants can help. While working with a grant...
Getting to know Jamaius White
Let’s get to know the newest member of the Wholespire staff.
Why are free school meals necessary?
Click here and take action now! There’s a bill in the South Carolina Senate that, if passed, would give all SC public school students free meals every day. Sponsored by Senator Katrina Shealy (R-District 23), Senator Stephen Goldfinch (R-District 34), Senator Mia...