Year Founded
2018
EIN
83-2541904
Local Leader/Exec. Director
Sarah E Blankenship, Executive Director
Hylan "Hank" Hubbard III, Board President
Primary Contact Name
Sarah Blankenship
Main Address

P.O. Box 761
Lynchburg, VA 24505
United States

Pierce Street Gateway
1301 Pierce Street
Lynchburg, VA 24502
United States

What We Do

The vision of Pierce Street Gateway is that the Pierce Street Neighborhood will be recognized as a model of Black excellence and known for its historical and cultural significance, sense of community, and positive impact on the lives of all area residents.    

The mission of Pierce Street Gateway is to preserve the historical significance of the Calloway Store as a cultural hub and the neighborhood. It will also attract visitors to the Pierce Street historic district by serving as an educational resource.     

We will fulfill this mission by:

  • Collaborating with other entities to bring information and services to the neighborhood,

  • Delivering educational and developmental programs, and

  • Developing programs and resources that reduce food insecurity

Pierce Street Gateway's passion to tell the stories of those who made an impact on Pierce Street and improve the lived experiences of our current neighbors is supported by our values of:

  • Understanding the unique needs of the neighborhood
  • Recognizing our neighbors as our greatest asset
  • Investing in partnerships
  • Encouraging innovation, collaboration, creativity and sustainability
Interesting Info
  • The Pierce Street Gateway opened its community garden in 2021 in collaboration with the Lynchburg Business Alliance's Leadership Lynchburg. 45, Team Big Hearts.
  • The Gateway hopes to raise enough money to refurbish and build an addition at 1301 Pierce St to support local tourism and community engagement.
Geographic Location

City of Lynchburg

Photo by Ashlee Glen
Photo by Ashlee Glen
Photo by Ashlee Glen
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Photo by Ashlee Glen
Photo by Ashlee Glen