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LIVE IMPACT DASHBOARD
Building a More Connected North Carolina
Every milestone means more adults choosing connection over isolation
OUR BIG GOAL
1,000
MORE ADULTS CONNECTED
We're 47% there!
525 more connections
to reach our goal.
0
Starting Line
250
First Connections
500
Halfway There
75
Stronger Together
1000
Goal Reached
25%
50%
75%
100%
1353
Community Event
Check-Ins
(+32 this month)
76%
Meaningful
Relationships
(+5% this month)
100%
Belonging
(Stories shared daily)
65%
65% Positive Life
Impact
(+8% this month)
100%
100% Reduced
Loneliness
(+10% this month)
We're not just chasing numbers- we're building community, one connection at a time.
Thank you for being part of the journey!
OUR IMPACT (BASED ON MEMBER SURVEYS)
100%
Experienced a Sense of Belonging
88%
Felt Welcomed & Accepted
76%
Built Meaningful Relationships
58%
Stayed Connected Beyond Events
53%
Found a Strong
Support System
65%
Reported Positive
Life Impact
100%
Experienced
Reduced Loneliness
53%
Would Find It Difficult
to Replace LGSRF
WHO WE SERVE
72%
Woman
28%
Man
PRIMARY AGE
40-59
YEARS OLD
MEMBERS REPRESENT
13
NC CITIES
3
STATES
Growing stronger every day.
OUR IMPACT (IN ACTION)
Real stories.
Real connections.
Real change.
HOW CONNECTION HAPPENS
We Create Opportunities for Connection.
Meaningful relationships happen when people are intentionally brought together in environments where they feel safe, welcomed, and encouraged to be themselves.
Nature
Shared outdoor experiences that make connection easier.
Play
Because laughter removes social barriers faster than introductions.
Conversation
Facilitated discussions that create trust, empathy, and understanding.
Community
Membership and consistent opportunities to turn introductions into lasting relationships.
Together these experiences move people from isolation to belonging.
THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
Behind every percentage is a real person.
"I went to Game Night at 101 Kitchen by myself. One of the organizers noticed I looked overwhelmed and asked if it was my first time. He found a table for me to join with a group of very welcoming people. I stayed and had a fun night."
"I joined a book club with Aisha, and now I'm part of a friend group of five that gets together for outings."
Every friendship begins with a hello. Every support system begins with a conversation. Every stronger community begins with someone choosing connection.
THE VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Belonging Inspires Service.
Connection doesn't end with finding your people. For many members, it becomes a desire to help others experience the same sense of belonging.
"Being part of something that positively impacts people and the community gives me a sense of purpose. There's something incredibly rewarding about putting a smile on someone else's face and knowing I've made a difference, even during times when I'm not at my best. Helping others and contributing to something bigger than myself brings me fulfillment and motivation."
— LGSRF Volunteer
80
Nomber of Volunteers
10
Volunteer Hours
THE SCIENCE OF CONNECTION
Connection is a Public Health Asset.
Strong relationships are linked to:
Better mental health
Greater resilience
Longer life expectancy
Lower stress
Better physical health
Stronger communities
Loneliness is one of today's greatest public health challenges.
Research consistently shows that social connection improves mental health, physical health, resilience, and overall quality of life, while loneliness increases the risk of depression, anxiety, chronic disease, and premature mortality.
We don't replace healthcare—we strengthen one of its most powerful protective factors: meaningful human connection.
MEMBER INVESTMENT
Our Members Don't Just Join. They Invest in Belonging.
$10,992.54
Annual Membership Investment
Every membership represents more than an annual fee.
It represents someone choosing to invest in stronger relationships, healthier communities, and a future where no one has to navigate adulthood alone.
Since launching our annual membership program in December 2023, our community has made 1,441 membership investments.
$1,929.23
Member Experiences
One of the benefits of membership is discounted admission to select LGSRF public experiences.
This amount reflects member purchases using member pricing and does not include Eventbrite ticket sales, sponsorships, grants, merchandise, or other organizational revenue.
$13,163.99
Total Member Investment
Nearly 84% of the revenue reflected here comes from annual memberships.
People don't simply attend.
They invest in connection.
$242.23
Member Giving
THE RIPPLE EFFECT
One Connection Changes Everything.
01
One Conversation
02
One Friendship
03
One Support System
04
Greater Belonging
05
Improved Well-Being
06
Healthier Communities
07
A Stronger North Carolina
OUR IMPACT
Building Healthier Communities Through Connection
Since 2022, Let's Get Social Raleigh Foundation has been creating opportunities for adults to build meaningful relationships while strengthening local communities and supporting small businesses.
50,000+
People Connected
More than 50,000 people have participated in LGSRF experiences, events, and community initiatives.
$650,000+
Economic Impact
More than $650,000 has been recycled into local economies by intentionally supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, venues, artists, and community partners.
50+
Small Businesses Supported
More than 50,000 people have participated in LGSRF experiences, events, and community initiatives.
13
North Carolina Cities
Creating
opportunities for
connection across
the state.
3
States Represented
People have traveled from multiple states to experience the LGSRF community.
Choose Connection.
Whether you become a member, volunteer, donate, or partner with us, you're helping build the social infrastructure that allows adults to connect, belong, and thrive.