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Investors

Dan & Denise Smith

Gregg and Freddy Goldenberg

The Johnston Family

Live Oak Bank views our investment in the Forward Fund as a sustainable investment in our region’s future. The Forward Fund opens doors for students by providing the training they need for family-sustaining careers, along with benefits and opportunities for advancement. By providing students with the skills to land high-paying jobs, we’re not only creating a qualified workforce but also ensuring the long-term success of our local businesses.

Kate Groat
Director of Corporate Philanthropy, Live Oak Bank

We are deeply committed to the success of our community, and it starts with our students. By providing a financially responsible pathway to additional training and education, our students can make a difference for themselves and their families. We proudly support The Forward Fund and look forward to hearing success stories from students and local employers.

Gregg and Freddy Goldenberg

The Forward Fund resonated with us because of its focus on economic mobility through training and education matched to employer demand. We appreciate that TFF is taking a data-driven approach to helping members of our community access better-paying jobs and achieve financial security. We look forward to seeing and measuring TFF’s impact on Eastern North Carolina.

The Johnston Family