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Impact Summit And Awards April 23-25, 2024

Building Hope to Host Third Annual Impact Summit And Awards April 23-25, 2024

Building Hope announced the 2024 IMPACT Summit & Awards with $175K in grants for charter schools and a $5K volunteer award.
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Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards, newly appointed Chief People Officer at Building Hope, overseeing human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Building Hope Names Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards Chief People Officer

Building Hope named Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards as Chief People Officer to lead HR and DEI initiatives across the organization.
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2023 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award winners

Building Hope Announces Three Winners For 2023 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award

Building Hope honored three charter school volunteers with $5,000 Shine Brighter Awards for dedication and community impact.
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Andre Bennin, newly appointed Board of Directors member at Building Hope

Building Hope Appoints Andre Bennin to Its Board of Directors

Andre Bennin joined Building Hope’s Board, bringing 12 years of impact investing experience and a passion for advancing education.
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Group of adults in a professional classroom setting, representing Building Hope’s Charter Support Unit team, focused on training and supporting Florida charter school governing board members

Building Hope Names Christine Mentis New Governance Program Director

Christine Mentis was named Governance Program Director at Building Hope’s Charter Support Unit to recruit and support Florida charter school boards.
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2023 Impact Awards Finalists

Building Hope Announces Second Annual Impact Awards Finalists

Building Hope named 12 charter school finalists for IMPACT Awards, honoring innovation, student empowerment, community engagement, and excellence.
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Groundbreaking ceremony at Central Charter School

Central Charter School Breaks Ground on New, 100,000-Square Foot Campus

Central Charter School broke ground on a $30M, 100,000 sq. ft. campus, expanding to serve 1,600 students with modern facilities.
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School children running happily outdoors, representing students who benefit from increased access to quality charter school facilities.

Building Hope Awarded $33 Million In Federal Grant Funding To Benefit Charter School Development

Building Hope received a record $33M federal grant to help charter schools access affordable financing for facilities nationwide.
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Photo of S. Joseph Bruno, newly appointed Board member of Building Hope

National Charter School Facilities Nonprofit Building Hope Appoints President And Ceo-Emeritus S. Joseph Bruno to Its Board Of Directors

S. Joseph Bruno appointed to Building Hope Board, bringing 23 years of charter school expertise to guide future initiatives.
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Ribbon-cutting at Compass Collegiate Academy’s new academic building, with students, staff, and community celebrating.

Compass Collegiate Academy, Building Hope Unveil New Campus in North Charleston

Compass Collegiate Academy opened new K–4 building in North Charleston, partnering with Building Hope to support future growth.
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Ribbon-cutting at Mountain View Preparatory, with staff, students, and community celebrating the new academic facility.

Mountain View Preparatory, Building Hope Celebrate Opening Of New Academic Building

Mountain View Preparatory opened renovated building in Spartanburg, serving 1,000 students with career and technical education.
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New academic building and green spaces at Valor North Austin, with students and staff celebrating the grand opening.

Valor North Austin and Building Hope Celebrate Opening of State-Of-The-Art Academic Building And Green Spaces

Valor North Austin opened a new $27M academic building and green spaces, expanding learning for 1,200+ students by 2029.
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Nina Rees, newly appointed member of Building Hope’s Board of Directors

National Charter School Facilities Nonprofit Welcomes Nina Rees To Its Board of Directors

Nina Rees joined the Building Hope Board, bringing 20+ years of experience advancing high-quality education and charter school growth.
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Sparkler with overlay text “Shine Brighter,” representing the Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award for charter school volunteers.

Building Hope Announces Winners For 2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award

Building Hope honored two volunteers with the Shine Brighter Award for exceptional leadership and impact in charter schools.
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2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award

Building Hope Announces Third Annual Impact Grant Winners

Building Hope awarded $170,000 to 12 charter schools and $10,000 to two volunteer leaders for excellence in education and community impact.
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The National Pan-Hellenic Council holding a large $10,000 check at Richard Wright Schools, celebrating a donation and partnership with Building Hope for school growth and expansion.

Divine Nine Presidents Visit Richard Wright Schools, Contribute $10,000, And Pledge To Continue Support

Building Hope partnered with Richard Wright Schools to expand facilities, supporting student success and growth opportunities nationwide.
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Map showing locations of 12 Building Hope IMPACT Awards finalists across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, representing schools excelling in student empowerment, community engagement, education innovation, and charter leadership.

Building Hope Unveils Third Annual Impact Awards Finalists

Building Hope announced 12 finalists for its 2024 IMPACT Awards, celebrating excellence in charter school innovation, empowerment, and community.
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Children wearing safety glasses and yellow vests, standing with an adult in a safety vest and glasses, learning on a construction site, with the MCN Build logo overlayed.

MCN Built a Thriving Business Around Charter Schools

MCN Build, a mission-driven construction company founded by three immigrants, has grown into a multi-million-dollar firm by focusing on building and renovating educational spaces worldwide while supporting charter schools and other education initiatives.
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Two people in business suits shaking hands, symbolizing partnership and allyship.

Let’s Talk About Allyship: A Key Piece of the Puzzle

Educators can drive stronger, more equitable schools by practicing active allyship through listening, learning, and shared responsibility.
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A smiling family of four sits closely together, representing strong relationships and community support around a charter school

Community Engagement: Proactively Involving Families and Cities in Education

Charter schools strengthen communities by building partnerships, supporting families, and creating real-world learning that benefits students and neighborhoods.
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A single droplet of water hitting a calm surface, creating ripples that expand outward.

IMPACT: The Metrics of the Heart

True impact in education comes from individual acts of love and care, creating ripples that transform students, teachers, and communities.
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