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Our Programs and Partnerships

Arts Council of Fayetteville / Cumberland County

ACFCC partnered with Lee Institute to create and reassess a strategic plan focused on equity, community impact and board engagement.

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West Boulevard Neighborhood Coalition

Lee Institute has partnered with WBNC since 2015 to support strategic planning, community engagement and launch a long-awaited food co-op on West Boulevard.

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Carolina Small Business Development Fund

Lee Institute guided CSBDF’s board and staff through strategic planning and implementation sessions to clarify goals, actions, and impact across the organization.

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Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg

Lee Institute partnered with CIS to guide strategic planning, align goals, and deepen impact through collaborative, mission-driven engagement.

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Corporate Owned Rentals Community Engagement

Lee Institute’s 2023 engagement revealed growing concerns over corporate landlords in Mecklenburg County, especially around rent, ownership and neighborhood impact.

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American Leadership Forum Charlotte Region

American Leadership Forum, our flagship program, joins and strengthens diverse leaders, creating and supporting networks for the common good.

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A Champion for Community

Lee Institute is a nonprofit partner helping public, grassroots and other nonprofit organizations and leaders dream big, operate strategically and accomplish worthy goals.