Empowering Lives. Building Resilience. Inspiring Hope.
The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation was created to improve lives through education, the arts, and community service — empowering youth, supporting those living with chronic illness, and strengthening underserved communities.
"We believe every person deserves the opportunity to thrive with dignity, compassion, and purpose."
The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization committed to improving the lives of individuals and families through education, the arts, and community service. Inspired by the life and legacy of Vivian, we provide programs and resources that empower youth, promote creativity, support individuals living with chronic illnesses — including end-stage kidney disease — and strengthen underserved communities.
As a brand new 501(c)(3), take a look at what we aim to do in the future...
Our Programs
Five pillars of impact — each one a doorway to possibility for the people we serve.
Removing barriers to learning and opening doors to lifelong opportunity for youth in underserved communities.
Nurturing creativity, self-expression, and confidence through music, dance, and theater programs.
Connecting young people with caring mentors who guide, inspire, and champion their growth.
Providing compassionate resources and community for individuals and families navigating end-stage kidney disease.
Strengthening neighborhoods through hands-on service, strategic partnerships, and grassroots programs.
Our Mission
The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization committed to improving the lives of individuals and families through education, the arts, and community service. Inspired by the life and legacy of Vivian, we provide programs and resources that empower youth, promote creativity, support individuals living with chronic illnesses—including end-stage kidney disease—and strengthen underserved communities.
Through educational initiatives, performing arts, mentorship, outreach programs, and strategic partnerships, we strive to remove barriers, encourage personal growth, and create opportunities that foster resilience, hope, and lasting positive change.
We believe every person deserves the opportunity to thrive with dignity, compassion, and purpose, and we are dedicated to building stronger communities through service, collaboration, and hope.
December 2026 community project
Blanket of Love Project
Help us purchase warm blankets for dialysis patients this holiday season. Your gift of any amount brings comfort, care, and a reminder that no one is alone.
Buy a Fresh Dozen of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts & Support Our Blanket of Love Campaign!
Click the link below to purchase one or more dozen boxes. A digital barcode will be emailed to you and can be scanned from your phone by a cashier at any Krispy Kreme shop location. It can be printed out as well.
Buy doughnuts and support our causeEvery purchase helps us provide Blankets of Love to dialysis patients this holiday season.
Donate Any Amount
Our Inspiration
Inspired by Vivian
Vivian's life was a testament to resilience — a woman who faced profound challenges with grace, courage, and an unwavering belief in the power of community. Her journey through chronic illness, her dedication to the people around her, and her spirit of hope became the foundation upon which this organization was built. We carry her legacy forward in every program we run, every life we touch, and every community we serve.
Read Her StoryFounder's Vision
Founder Spotlight
As the founder of The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation, Lisa Morman-Patterson has spent years using the arts to inspire hope, resilience, healing, and community connection. The following clip is shared to highlight the founder's longstanding commitment to storytelling and uplifting others through creative expression.
This theatrical production, performed at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte, NC was an independent creative work written and directed by Lisa Morman-Patterson and was funded entirely through her personal resources. It was not funded, sponsored, or presented by The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation.
The clip is included solely to reflect the values and vision that helped inspire the foundation's mission of encouraging resilience, compassion, and hope within the community. In this clip Lisa reflects on the memory of Vivian.
Take Action
Join the Movement
There are many ways to make a difference. Find the path that speaks to your heart.
Volunteer
Give your time and talents to programs that change lives. Whether you mentor youth, support events, or lead workshops — your presence matters.
Become a VolunteerDonate
Your financial gift directly funds programs, resources, and opportunities for those who need them most. Every dollar creates lasting change.
Partner
Organizations and businesses can amplify our impact through strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborative initiatives.
501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
The Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation is a nonprofit organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our organization is committed to serving the community through charitable and educational programs that promote resilience, hope, and opportunity. We support youth through arts education, mentorship, and personal development while providing resources, advocacy, and compassionate assistance to older adults and individuals affected by end-stage kidney disease.
Your generous contributions help us expand our programs, strengthen our communities, and honor the legacy of Vivian through meaningful service and lasting impact.
Donations made to the Resilience and Hope of Vivian Foundation are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. We are committed to responsible stewardship, transparency, and accountability in the management of all charitable contributions.
Thank you for partnering with us to inspire hope, empower lives, and create lasting change.