Community Member Spotlight: Rosalyn Carpenter
By NPLF August is Black Philanthropy Month, an opportunity for African American communities and their allies to reflect on and promote the power of giving to transform lives. In recognition of this global celebration, we are highlighting some of our incredible community members. Rosalyn Carpenter is a dedicated philanthropist, healthcare executive, and community leader who […]
Preserving History: Fletch Coke’s Legacy
In 1993, Fletch Coke approached the Metro Archives with a significant idea: creating a database of all cemeteries and graveyards in Davidson County. This project aimed to protect these sacred spaces from vandalism and destruction by developers, which was becoming prevalent as the county announced major expansion plans. Despite the scale of the undertaking, Metro […]
Meet the Board: Alvaro Manrique Barrenechea, Program Chair
When Alvaro moved to the United States in February 2015, his first U.S. account was with his local library. Despite not having a Social Security number or a U.S.-issued ID, he was able to access the vast resources offered by the library. This experience left an indelible mark on him. “Every time I visit one of our library branches, I’m reminded of how special it is and how fortunate we are to have such a resource, which isn’t available everywhere,” he says.
The Power of Unconventional Giving
By NPLF What if you stumbled upon something in your home that could be repurposed to benefit your community? This was the case for Anne Paine, who recently made a remarkable contribution by donating a rare 1903 Louisiana Purchase Exposition Gold Jefferson Proof Dollar Coin, one of only 10 known to still be in its […]