--- title: "RWCI | HOME: Renaissance West Community Initiative" description: Renaissance West Community Initiative empowers families in West Charlotte through housing, education, wellness, and opportunity. Learn how you can get involved today. --- [Skip to main content](https://www.rwci.org#main-content) - (704) 335-8227 - info@rwci.org - [3610 Nobles Ave #199, Charlotte, NC 28208](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3610+Nobles+Ave+%23199,+Charlotte,+NC+28208/@35.2101227,-80.92357,894m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x8856989626dbd217:0x2f410b8b3a3533a6!8m2!3d35.2101183!4d-80.9209897?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) - - - [![RWCI\_Light\_logo](https://www.rwci.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/RWCI_Light_logo.png?width=115&height=40&name=RWCI_Light_logo.png) ![RWCI\_Light\_logo](https://www.rwci.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/RWCI_Light_logo.png?width=115&height=40&name=RWCI_Light_logo.png)](https://www.rwci.org) - [WHO WE ARE](https://www.rwci.org/who-we-are) - [WHAT WE DO](https://www.rwci.org/what-we-do) - [OUR COMMUNITY](https://www.rwci.org/our-community) - [NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights) - [GET INVOLVED](https://www.rwci.org/get-involved) - [EVENTS](https://www.rwci.org/events) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [WHO WE ARE](https://www.rwci.org/who-we-are) - [WHAT WE DO](https://www.rwci.org/what-we-do) - [OUR COMMUNITY](https://www.rwci.org/our-community) - [NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights) - [GET INVOLVED](https://www.rwci.org/get-involved) - [EVENTS](https://www.rwci.org/events) - [DONATE](https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/donor-form/?svcid=renxt&formId=81306cfb-a906-49e4-9316-283958a24ec4&envid=p-u2kJCPOJxU2574SuQqK8oA&zone=usa) - (704) 335-8227 - info@rwci.org - [3610 Nobles Ave #199, Charlotte, NC 28208](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3610+Nobles+Ave+%23199,+Charlotte,+NC+28208/@35.2101227,-80.92357,894m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x8856989626dbd217:0x2f410b8b3a3533a6!8m2!3d35.2101183!4d-80.9209897?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) - - - [DONATE](https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/donor-form/?svcid=renxt&formId=81306cfb-a906-49e4-9316-283958a24ec4&envid=p-u2kJCPOJxU2574SuQqK8oA&zone=usa) # TOGETHER WE'RE BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY ![home-hero-1](https://www.rwci.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Homepge/home-hero-1.jpeg?width=2000&height=864&name=home-hero-1.jpeg) ## Empowering families in the Renaissance West community of Charlotte through housing, education, wellness, and economic vitality. ## OUR MISSION & VISION **OUR MISSION** is to promote a collaborative community centered on quality housing, education, health and wellness, and opportunity. **OUR VISION** is to end intergenerational poverty through a holistic community revitalization effort. [Learn About Our Community](https://www.rwci.org/our-community?hsLang=en) ## OUR FOUNDATION FOR A THRIVING FUTURE Through four interconnected pillars, we unite the essential elements of a thriving community: safe homes, strong schools, good health, and pathways to prosperity. ![mixed-incom-housing-icon](https://www.rwci.org/hubfs/Icons/mixed-incom-housing-icon.svg) ### Mixed-Income Housing ![education-icon](https://www.rwci.org/hubfs/Icons/education-icon.svg) ### Cradle-to-Career Education ![community-icon](https://www.rwci.org/hubfs/Icons/community-icon.svg) ### Community Well-Being ![economic-vitality-icon](https://www.rwci.org/hubfs/Icons/economic-vitality-icon.svg) ### Economic Vitality ![boy-with-lego-technic-science-project](https://www.rwci.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Homepge/boy-with-lego-technic-science-project.jpg?width=2000&name=boy-with-lego-technic-science-project.jpg) ## CREATING OPPORTUNITY FOR EVERY GENERATION Using the Purpose Built model, RWCI transforms neighborhoods into hope-filled spaces. Acting as the community quarterback, we bring together trusted partners and resources to meet every resident where they are, helping them achieve their goals with the support they need. ![graphic-fb-1](https://www.rwci.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Homepge/graphic-fb-1.png?width=290&height=63&name=graphic-fb-1.png)   [Learn What We Do](https://www.rwci.org/what-we-do?hsLang=en) ## RECENT NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS [General News](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/general-news?hsLang=en) [FUTURE Forward: Empowering Families for Long-term Success](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/future-forward-empowering-families-for-long-term-success?hsLang=en) Summer Campbell Empowering families through structured life navigation and long-term planning, Renaissance West Community Initiative launches the F.U.T.U.R.E Forward program for enhanced economic ... Summer Campbell [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/future-forward-empowering-families-for-long-term-success?hsLang=en) [Education](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/education?hsLang=en) [Breaking Barriers: Bre’s Journey into the Skilled Trades](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/breaking-barriers-bres-journey-into-the-skilled-trades?hsLang=en) Summer Campbell Celebrating Bre's achievement in earning her Industrial Manufacturing Technician certification in HVAC, breaking barriers in the skilled trades for Women’s History Month. Summer Campbell [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/breaking-barriers-bres-journey-into-the-skilled-trades?hsLang=en) [Renaissance West celebrates 10 years of continued success!](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renaissance-west-celebrates-10-years-of-continued-success?hsLang=en) RWCI Renaissance West celebrates a decade of transformative impact, fostering community growth and breaking the cycle of poverty through education and support. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renaissance-west-celebrates-10-years-of-continued-success?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [RenWest Residents & Mentors Event Donors Cook Up the Experience of a Lifetime with Chef Daina Soto-Sellers](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renwest-residents-mentors-event-donors-cook-up-the-experience-of-a-lifetime-with-chef-daina-soto-sellers?hsLang=en) RWCI RenWest residents enjoyed a 3-hour private cooking experience with Chef Daina Soto-Sellers, thanks to a generous auction donor from the Renaissance Mentor's event. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renwest-residents-mentors-event-donors-cook-up-the-experience-of-a-lifetime-with-chef-daina-soto-sellers?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [Lowe’s and RenWest Plant Seeds of Health & Happiness](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/lowes-and-renwest-plant-seeds-of-health-happiness?hsLang=en) RWCI Lowe’s volunteers teamed up with RenWest to revitalize garden beds at The Retreat, enhancing wellness and happiness for senior residents in celebration of Earth Day. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/lowes-and-renwest-plant-seeds-of-health-happiness?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [What Do Steve Smith and Kieth Cockrell Have in Common](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/what-do-steve-smith-and-kieth-cockrell-have-in-common?hsLang=en) RWCI Steve Smith and Kieth Cockrell overcome adversity to give back to the Charlotte community through RenWest’s Mentors Event, impacting local residents' lives. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/what-do-steve-smith-and-kieth-cockrell-have-in-common?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [Renaissance West Community Initiative Raises $250,000 at its 2nd Annual Renaissance Mentors: A Night of Extraordinary Impact!](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renaissance-west-community-initiative-raises-250000-at-its-2nd-annual-renaissance-mentors-a-night-of-extraordinary-impact?hsLang=en) RWCI Renaissance West Community Initiative raises $250,000 at its annual event to combat intergenerational poverty, with highlights including auctions and awards. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renaissance-west-community-initiative-raises-250000-at-its-2nd-annual-renaissance-mentors-a-night-of-extraordinary-impact?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [Omega Psi Phi and Governor Roy Cooper Serve RenWest](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/omega-psi-phi-and-governor-roy-cooper-serve-renwest?hsLang=en) RWCI Governor Roy Cooper and Omega Psi Phi uplifted the Renaissance West community in Charlotte through a day of service, benefiting over 1300 residents with various enriching ... RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/omega-psi-phi-and-governor-roy-cooper-serve-renwest?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [RenWest Resident Sierra T. Exceeds Expectations With Latest Achievement](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renwest-resident-sierra-t.-exceeds-expectations-with-latest-achievement?hsLang=en) RWCI Single mother Sierra T. attains her GED with RenWest's support, opening new educational and career opportunities after 15 years. RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/renwest-resident-sierra-t.-exceeds-expectations-with-latest-achievement?hsLang=en) [Stories](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/tag/stories?hsLang=en) [Bank of America’s $1M Gift in Honor of Andrea Smith](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/bank-of-americas-1m-gift-in-honor-of-andrea-smith?hsLang=en) RWCI Bank of America's $1M donation honors Andrea Smith's legacy, supporting Renaissance West's mission to end intergenerational poverty and promote community revitalization in ... RWCI [Read More](https://www.rwci.org/news-highlights/bank-of-americas-1m-gift-in-honor-of-andrea-smith?hsLang=en) ## HOW CAN YOU HELP MAKE THIS HAPPEN? 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