--- title: "AMY Wellness Foundation 2023 Annual Report - AMY Wellness Foundation" canonicalUrl: "https://amywellnessfoundation.org/2023/12/amy-wellness-foundation-2023-annual-report/" excerpt: "Cultivating a Prosperous Future through Sustainable Growth Dear Friends, As we reflect on the remarkable journey of the AMY Wellness Foundation over the past four years, it’s evident our growth […]" datePublished: "2023-12-13T16:40:14+00:00" dateModified: "2024-01-19T01:00:25+00:00" --- - AMY Wellness Foundation 2023 Annual Report - AMY Wellness Foundation [Donate](#FUNPBEUQIXN&type=stickybutton&align=left-center&color=2BAF78&size=45) # AMY Wellness Foundation 2023 Annual Report By: amyadm - [December 13, 2023](https://amywellnessfoundation.org/2023/12/13/) - Categories: [Uncategorized](https://amywellnessfoundation.org/category/uncategorized/) Cultivating a Prosperous Future through Sustainable Growth Dear Friends, As we reflect on the remarkable journey of the AMY Wellness Foundation over the past four years, it’s evident our growth has been intricately woven into the fabric of community collaboration and shared aspirations. The wisdom we have gained from those with lived experiences, the dedication of our non-profit grant partners, and the leadership within our communities have shaped the path of our Foundation. This year, our narrative is one of growth—growth not just in numbers and statistics, but in the profound impact we’ve cultivated as a Foundation and alongside our partners. AMYWF has embarked on several significant projects as a Foundation and in collaboration with our esteemed grant partners made several major investments—a journey I am thrilled to share with you in this report. Noteworthy among these accomplishments is completion of the Foundation’s workforce housing apartments and retail space, the Ellis Lofts, situated in downtown Spruce Pine. Additionally, in partnership with our dedicated grant collaborators, we celebrate the groundbreaking of the Mitchell County YMCA, the collaborative health and wellness hub in Bakersville through the Buladean Community Foundation, to Food Security programs across the three counties and so much more. Our initiatives this year have been strategically aligned to foster economic stability and growth within our communities. With your continued support, we look forward to sustaining and expanding these impactful endeavors. Lastly, as we embrace the spirit of growth and evolution at the AMY Wellness Foundation, I am honored to share a transformative moment in our leadership journey. After steering our course with remarkable dedication, I am transitioning from the role of Chair of Board of Directors but will continue to support the Foundation as a dedicated member of Board of Directors. With excitement, I introduce Starli McDowell, who will be acting as our Chair of Board of Directors as we venture into the promising horizon of 2024. Starli brings not only a wealth of experience but also a visionary approach to cultivating growth. As we bid farewell to one phase of leadership, we eagerly anticipate the blossoming of new opportunities under Starli’s guidance. Together, we will continue to embark on a journey of transformation, innovation, and collaboration. Warm regards, John Blackburn Chair of Board of Directors AMY Wellness Foundation Please continue reading here: [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:19151753-1240-40b2-8522-11ce55e806ae](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:19151753-1240-40b2-8522-11ce55e806ae) #### Share this post ** ** ** ** ** [**PrevPreviousAMY WELLNESS FOUNDATION HONORED WITH OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATION AWARD BY ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA](https://amywellnessfoundation.org/2023/11/amy-wellness-foundation-honored-with-outstanding-organization-award-by-association-of-fundraising-professionals-of-western-north-carolina/) [NextAMY WELLNESS FOUNDATION INTRODUCES 2024 IMPACT GRANTS PROGRAM TO SUPPORT REGIONAL NON-PROFITS**Next](https://amywellnessfoundation.org/2024/02/amy-wellness-foundation-introduces-2024-impact-grants-program-to-support-regional-non-profits/)