Canopy Housing Foundation
Upcoming Opportunities
MAR.
1
Community Grants Application and YES (Youth Excellence in Service) Nomination forms will be available on March 1.
Community Grants Applications and YES (Youth Excellence in Service) nominations – don’t miss your chance to support local nonprofit housing initiatives and recognize outstanding youth service! Both Community Grants and Y.E.S. Award nominations will be due by May 31 at 5 p.m.
MAR.
20
Realtors® Care Day Sponsorships Now Open Through March 20, 2026
Sponsorships are currently available for our 17th Realtors® Care Day, which will take place on April 17, 2026. This year our Realtor® members will continue giving back to our community, but in a new half day format, which will also allow our non-Realtor® Member sponsors the opportunity to participate in our Realtors® Care Day volunteer opportunities with our Canopy Realtor® member volunteers.
Sponsorships are available now through March 20, 2026.
For more information, contact Stacy Baum.
APR.
17
Realtors® Care Day
Our 17th Realtors® Care Day, takes place on April 17, 2026, in a new half day format. Learn more about Realtors® Care Day.
Latest News/Press Releases
Dec
12
Realtors® presented industry awards, recognized a community humanitarian, and awarded $30,048 to Project Outpour
Canopy Realtor® Association’s annual Holiday Awards Luncheon and Meeting allowed Realtors® to pay tribute to outstanding real estate industry and community leaders, association volunteers, and the 2025 Humanitarian, while supporting the Association’s long-standing traditional toy drive.
Dec
2
Canopy Realtor® Association Gives $25,000 to Local Food Banks
Canopy Realtor® Association has donated $25,000 to five food-assistance organizations serving Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Haywood Counties. Each organization received $5,000 to bolster daily operations, replenish pantry inventory, and meet the rapidly increasing number of families seeking help.
July
23
Canopy Housing Foundation awards $85,500 in community grants to Charlotte‑area nonprofits and youth engaged in service
As nonprofits grapple with mounting financial strain brought on by a slower economy, inflation, rising operational costs, and diminishing funding sources, Realtors® remain steadfast in their commitment to community service.
July
22
Canopy Housing Foundation Awards $26,000 in Grants & Scholarships at 2024 Community Grants Celebration in Haywood County
As nonprofit organizations doing great work within our communities continue wrestling with rising operational costs, diminishing funding sources and reduced federal relief, Realtors® remain firmly committed to community outreach and service.
Give Today
Your charitable contribution can be in the amounts of $10, $50, $100, or $1,000.
Programs
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM
Provides support to area nonprofit organizations that address unmet housing needs in Mecklenburg, Iredell and Haywood counties.
HABITAT SUPPORT PROGRAM
Provides monetary support to area Habitat for Humanity organizations.
Awards
Humanitarian Award
Individuals, groups or projects are awarded annually for outstanding contributions in the community. Award recipients designate a nonprofit organization to receive up to $5,000 from the Foundation.
2025 Humanitarian Award Recipient
Jamilah Espinosa, Esq.
YES Award
The Canopy Housing Foundation and its Realtor® members instituted the YES Award to recognize and celebrate the area’s youth who are engaged in improving the quality of life in the region.
2025 YES Award Recipient
Alexander Riley
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