I look forward to partnering with our inaugural board of directors in sustaining the positive momentum community members are already generating.
– William Buster
CEO & President, NHCE
The first CEO and President of the Endowment is William Buster, a seasoned leader in philanthropy who has dedicated his life’s work to improving the social determinants of health and quality of life for all people across the South. In his position, Buster will work closely with the 13-member board and its committees and a cross-section of stakeholders and organizations with a vested interest in a sustainable, equitable future.
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2022 Cape Fear Opportunities and Needs Grants is now open!
The New Hanover Community Endowment is excited to announce that the application period for the 2022 Cape Fear Opportunities and Needs Grants (Cape Fear ON) is now open! Applications will be accepted from September 1, 2022 through September 30, 2022 via our website portal.
Reflections and Updates
New Hanover Community Endowment Begins Community Advisory Council Application Process
The New Hanover Community Endowment (NHCE) is now accepting applications from residents who wish to be considered for the community advisory council (CAC). The inaugural…
William Buster Leads Endowment as First CEO & President
The New Hanover Community Endowment announced its first CEO and President will be William Buster, a seasoned leader in philanthropy who has dedicated his life’s…
The $1.25 billion New Hanover Community Endowment leaders want public input, talk transparency and county boundaries
(WHQR) The New Hanover Community Endowment was created to manage over a billion dollars in proceeds from the sale of New Hanover Regional Medical Center.…
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