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Nonprofit Transparency & Impact

View the 2025 Annual Report and latest media coverage for Pierce Street Gateway’s work in the PSRHD.

2025 Annual Report: Impact Tracking

Our 2025 Annual Report documents a landmark year for PSG. Key highlights include:

Phase I Completion

Successful conclusion of the "Study" phase for 1301 Pierce Street

Stabilization Milestone

Securement of the Calloway Store's primary structure, halting decades of decay.

Community Yield

Metrics on food distribution and resident engagement through our Neighborhood Garden.

View our 2025 Annual Report

News & Press

Access the latest coverage of the Calloway Store restoration and our urban agriculture initiatives. This section provides third-party validation of our mission from local and state media outlets.

Lynchburg’s Diamond Hill neighborhood is on its way to revitalization, one project at a timeThe most recent initiative brought a colorful mural and “sense of pride” to 12th Street, the artist says.

Then & Now: Lynchburg’s Pierce Street Gateway surpasses 1,000 visitors, months before museum doors even openThe nonprofit, working to preserve Black history on Pierce Street, is in the final stages of revitalizing a 150-year-old grocery store to become its home base.

Pierce Street Farmers Market joins Virginia Fresh Match to increase access to fresh, affordable producePierce Street Gateway has announced its participation in Virginia Fresh Match, a statewide program that doubles the value of SNAP/EBT benefits when used to purchase fruits and vegetables.

Party on Pierce in Lynchburg held on 'most important street' in Central VirginiaThe Party on Pierce, co-hosted by Pierce Street Gateway and the Whirlwind Johnson Foundation, was held Saturday afternoon in an area of Pierce Street that was home to many prominent Lynchburg residents, from Anne Spencer to Dr. Robert Walter “Whirlwind” Johnson to C.W. Seay, who served as principal of Dunbar High School from the 1930s to the 1960s.

Pierce Street Gateway gets clearance for two‑phase porch and garden restroom projectThe commission approved a two‑phase plan from Pierce Street Gateway to rebuild an east porch and add a modest, volunteer-built lean‑to that will house an ADA restroom for the garden, with a later phase restoring a shallow historic porch and adding an exterior compliance stair to serve second‑floor access.

Pierce Street Gateway unveils new pavilion and children's play gardenThe Hill City is making way for a new space where children can play.

Lynchburg nonprofit reimagines grocery store as community hub in Black historic districtLeaders of the Pierce Street Gateway organization say healthy food and interactive history are the fuel the neighborhood needs to continue its legacy of Black achievement.

Pierce Street Gateway celebrates successes, sets ambitious goals for 2024While highlighting successes over the past year, Pierce Street Gateway has set ambitious goals in 2024, including the commencement of restoration work at the old Calloway store and expanding community outreach efforts.

University collaborates with Pierce Street Gateway to premiere ‘Pierce Street Portraits’ documentary on April 27The University of Lynchburg has collaborated with local nonprofit Pierce Street Gateway to present “Pierce Street Portraits,” a documentary that celebrates the rich history and vibrant community of one of the city of Lynchburg’s most iconic Black neighborhoods.

Pierce Street Gateway honors Lynchburg history with community garden and ice cream socialPierce Street Gateway is honoring Lynchburg roots by spreading roots in the ground.

'It’s been a ride:' Lynchburg professor continues her work in the communityWhen Ghislaine Lewis first got word she would be the first director for the Pierce Street Gateway, she said she was excited to help the nonprofit.

Progress moves forward with developments on historic Pierce StreetA local nonprofit is taking further steps in revitalizing a historic building on Pierce Street into a museum and visitor’s center.

University collaborates with Pierce Street Gateway to premiere ‘Pierce Street Portraits’ documentary on April 27The University of Lynchburg has collaborated with local nonprofit Pierce Street Gateway to present “Pierce Street Portraits,” a documentary that celebrates the rich history and vibrant community of one of the city of Lynchburg’s most iconic Black neighborhoods.

Hank Hubbard of Pierce Street GatewayHylan Hank Hubbard, board president of Pierce Street Gateway, gives closing comments on the stage at Saturday's Party on Pierce.

Pierce Street Gateway launching monthly farmers market on Pierce StreetPierce Street Gateway is excited to announce the establishment of a new farmers market on Pierce Street, set to take place on the first Thursday of each month from May through October. This market aims to support local farmers, artisans and small businesses while providing fresh produce and homemade goods to the community.

Pierce Street Gateway announces new executive directorAs the year ends and a new chapter begins, local nonprofit Pierce Street Gateway is excited to announce the appointment of Sarah Blankenship as the new executive director. In this pivotal role, Blankenship will guide the organization's strategic initiatives and support its mission to serve the community.

A Place for Growth | Lynchburg LivingTake a walk down Pierce Street and you will find some pretty remarkable history

Historic Lynchburg store being restored, cherished black history coming back to lifeA historic grocery store in Lynchburg is getting restored.

Pierce Street Gateway opens Free Library and hosts social for the communityClick here to view this video from newsadvance.com.

Pierce Street Gateway, University of Lynchburg to premiere 'Pierce Street Portraits' documentaryPierce Street Gateway, in collaboration with the University of Lynchburg, will premiere its documentary, "Pierce Street Portraits," at 2 p.m. on April 27.

Pierce Street's historic Calloway Store getting a faceliftFor nearly 150 years, at the corner of Pierce and 13th streets, a yellow wooden building has stood proudly at the beginning of Lynchburg's Pierce Street Renaissance District.

A Place for Growth | Lynchburg LivingTake a walk down Pierce Street and you will find some pretty remarkable history

Top 20 Under 40 - Lynchburg Business MagazinePhotography By Ashlee Glen This year’s 20 Under 40 represent a level of work ethic, grit, generosity, and dedication that is truly inspiring. We received co ...

Black History Month Feature: Pierce Street GatewayBlack History Month Feature: Pierce Street Gateway By: Alyssa Wilson, University of Lynchburg Bonner Intern When traveling down Pierce Street in the City of Lynchburg you can look around and see a deep, rich history surrounding you. Pierce Street consists of many landmarks: the Calloway and Spencer Store, Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum and the home of tennis coach and physician Dr. Robert Walter Johsnon.

New life for the ‘old store’: Lynchburg professor named director of Pierce Street GatewayDr. Ghislaine Lewis, associate professor of communication studies and co-chair of the Africana studies program, now has a leading role in a local nonprofit that’s diving deep into stories of the city’s Black citizens.

Pierce Street Service Plunge Photo of Pierce Street Community Garden sign. Photo taken on Feb. 13 by Alyssa Wilson. Alyssa Wilson ~ Assistant Editor On the second Saturday of every month, the Center for Community Engagem…

Leadership Lynchburg chosen for new national pilot programLeadership Lynchburg was selected for a national pilot teaching community leaders how to handle differences, build trust, and collaborate on complex local challenges like housing and workforce development.

Groundhogs threaten Lynchburg community garden and nearby historic building foundationRandom holes in a yard can be more than an eyesore, and at a community garden on Pierce Street in Lynchburg, groundhogs are raising concerns about damage.

Living in the Heart of Virginia with Emily Robinson in September 2022
Living in the Heart of Virginia with Emily Robinson in September 2021.
City of Lynchburg: Pierce Street Tree Lane Improvement Project

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