Trina Frierson, Founding CEO and President at Mending Hearts, spent the summer of 2024 relaxing. For a year or two prior, she was exhausted but didn’t see any way she could break...
Sabbatical Story: Trina Frierson of Mending Hearts
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The Healing Trust Welcomes a New Leadership Cohort
The Healing Trust is thrilled to welcome our new Executive Peer Circle Program (EPCP) cohort! These incredible leaders gathered for their first session on January 14th, embarking...
January 2025 News and Updates
We hope you had a restful holiday season. As we begin this new year, we wanted to share some important updates regarding our grantmaking priorities and some changes we're making...
Meet Abby Siegel Hyman – Our Staff Circle & Healing for the Healer Facilitator
Written by Jennifer Oldham Abby is a lightly scented candle with a bright flickering flame. She has a quiet and calm presence and offers her warmth to people that she encounters....
Black-led Nonprofits
How can you get involved in Black Philanthropy Month? Consider donating to a Black-led organization or volunteering your time. Check out this list of Black-led nonprofits that...
Meet Ashiya Swan – Our Staff Circle & Healing for the Healer Facilitator
Written by Adell Neal When greeted by Ashiya Swan, her peaceful presence and soothing voice relax and calm you. Ashiya facilitates The Healing Trust’s Staff Circles and our...
The Healing Trust Announces Sam Jackson as New Chief Executive Officer
Nashville, TN – July 15, 2024 – The Healing Trust, a local grantmaking foundation, announced the appointment of Sam Jackson as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective...
January 2024 Updates and Announcements
We have a few updates to share with you as we prepare for the opening of our grant cycles. As a reminder, we are committed to supporting nonprofits that are led by Black,...
Summer 2023 Newsletter
Learn about our newest grantee partners, register for a retreat, and see what we're reading in our Summer newsletter. ...
Spring 2023 Newsletter
Learn how to apply for Resilient Families funding, learn about Participatory Grantmaking in Bedford County, and watch the video from our 20th anniversary celebration in our...