League receives Camber Foundation grant
The League is excited to share that we have received a $137,000 grant from Camber Foundation to expand our Accounting Instruction & Mentorship (AIM) program to even more small towns in North Carolina.
Throughout the past year, the AIM program has worked with 18 towns across the state, helping them to improve the financial health of the town through customized instruction on general accounting procedures, practical guidance and resources to keep finance departments on track, and catch-up bookkeeping and auditing services for towns that need it. The AIM program’s mentorship model ensures that towns can develop the capacity to manage their finances independently long after the program ends.
The program recently launched its second cohort of 15 towns to work through the year-long program. Thanks to Camber Foundation’s support, the League will be able to invite an additional 10 towns in eastern North Carolina to join the program in 2025.
“We’re deeply grateful to the Camber Foundation for their generous support and shared commitment to strengthening North Carolina’s towns,” Rose Vaughn Williams, NCLM Executive Director, said. “This funding will allow us to continue providing vital guidance and mentorship through the AIM program and support towns in not only getting back on track financially but also building the skills and confidence to thrive long-term."
Camber Foundation is an emerging foundation that provides grants to nonprofit organizations in eastern North Carolina working to address existing needs through community-driven solutions. Camber selected NCLM because it aligns with the Foundation’s commitment to support organizations that strengthen communities to boost the quality of life and prosperity of the individuals and families within them.
“Strengthening the capacity of small towns in Eastern North Carolina means giving dedicated local leaders the tools they want and need to steward valuable community resources and plan for the future,” Leslie Ann Jackson, president and CEO, Camber Foundation, said. “When towns are equipped to thrive financially, the entire community benefits—families, businesses, and future generations.”
The League is grateful for the partnership and support provided by Camber Foundation in helping North Carolina towns foster a deeper understanding of financial best practices and empowering them to build long-term financial stability.
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