An independent grantmaking organization, the Mary Black Foundation is focused on improving the health and wellness of the people and communities of Spartanburg County in South Carolina. The Mary Black Foundation's two priority areas are Active Living/Healthy Eating and Early Childhood Development. The Foundation selected these priorities after careful research, planning, and deliberation, including examining public health research, analyzing national and local data, and seeking input from a cross-section of community stakeholders and public health experts on the issues affecting the health and wellness of Spartanburg County. The Mary Black Foundation has gathered a significant amount of information about Active Living/Healthy Eating and Early Childhood Development, even as we continue to learn about these priority areas from grantees, research, and other organizations and individuals. In addition to its priority areas, the Foundation allocates a smaller portion of its grantmaking to the Community Health Fund to support general health and wellness. To learn more about the Foundation's work and impact, or to learn how to contribute to our efforts, visit http://www.maryblackfoundation.org