Grier Heights Community Improvement Org

Grier Heights Economic Foundation, Inc

ALL ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

Grier Heights is one of the oldest African American Communities in Charlotte, NC. Like many others throughout the country it was once a thriving sector filled with tidy, single-family homes and apartments. Today neighborhood advocates and the Grier Heights Economic Foundation staff come together to restore the prominence of decades past. We believe that the future of the neighborhood depends on increasing the number of homeowners and responsible renters who invest their time and money in the future of Grier Heights.
Grier Heights is to home 2,600 residents, an elementary school, a community services center and headquarters of the Mecklenburg County Health and Social Services Department.


About Us

Grier Heights Economic Foundation (GHEF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of low-to-moderate income households in 408 acres enclosed by Monroe, Wendover, Randolph and Briar Creek Roads. Since our 1986 beginning our focus has been the eradication of social problems through housing stability, job creation, educational advancement and community service.


Contact Information

Grier Heights Economic Foundation
P.O. Box 220594
Charlotte NC 28222
Telephone (704) 375-9566
Fax (704) 375-9560
3100 Leroy St


Executive Director
George A. Wallace

Housing Project / Program Coordinator
Calvin Lewers

Pre-Housing Counselor
Nichelle Nelson

Office Assistant
Wanda Gilliard

COMING TOGETHER

Grier Height Economic Foundation provides programs, services and opportunities to the residents of Grier Heights Community to become empowered economically and socially through the collaborative efforts of local government, law enforcement, and residents.

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

Grier Heights Economic Foundation (GHEF) is always searching for ways to uplift the community.

To that end, we extend scholarships to more than two dozen summer-mini camp participants.

We galvanize residents, supporting agencies and volunteers for neighborhood beautification.

We also host a fully operational medical clinic and bring to the neighborhood free legal services from the esteemed Parker, Poe Adams and Bernstien law firm.

Commercial Development

Our comprehensive approach to fostering a healthy neighborhood includes making employment and retail opportunities available in our back yard. We renovated a 4200 sq ft building for office space and we plan to develop and operate a 6,000 sq ft child care center.

Education and Employment

We recognize that learning begins at home and knowledge is still the key to the future. Consequently, we operate "at risk" youth and parenting training programs as well as job training sessions for residents. Our partnerships throughout the city allow us to server as a referral source for job placement and GED certification

Housing

GHEF is committed to empowering residents with the asset of home ownership. We not only make housing available through new construction and the acquisition and rehabilitation of single family homes, we also help people obtain them.

The Foundation offers home ownership training courses housing counseling and a Home Buyers Club.
Moreover, to enhance the value of existing owners, we facilitate bi-monthly meetings of absentee property owners so that community needs and concerns can be addressed.

Our goals and quest for growth won't allow us to stop there, we have plans for a multi-family housing unit and a housing subdivision.

The Rewards

Thanks to the dedication of our residents, law enforcement, the City of Charlotte and our numerous funders, in Grier Heights you will find more than a collection of houses and people- you'll find a nice neighborhood in a thriving community.
The Rewards

Thanks to the dedication of our residents, law enforcement, the City of Charlotte and our numerous funders, in Grier Heights you will find more than a collection of houses and people- you'll find a nice neighborhood in a thriving community.

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