Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Lifeline Charlotte Centre, located within Gibson Mill in Concord, has been making a profound impact since its opening in January 2022. As a non-profit organization, Lifeline is dedicated to combating hunger by packaging highly nutritious, shelf-stable meals for hungry children both locally and across the globe. With a mission to provide not just meals but also hope and a chance for a better future, Lifeline invites people of all ages and abilities to join their cause. Lifeline goes above and beyond merely providing meals. The impact of their meals…

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Fulltime Funkytown (FTFT) seeks to inspire and empower local artists by providing them with platforms to showcase their work and collaborate with other creative individuals. The Concord nonprofit organization was founded by three individuals (David Cornelius, Doyle Bussey, and Katelyn Cornelius) who saw a need for more support for local artists. Their mission is to energize the art culture in and by our community. 🎨 They host regular art shows and events, giving local artists the opportunity to display their creations and connect with other mem…

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   1CAN is hosting their Inaugural Gala on June 22 at the Laureate Center in Kannapolis and is inviting everyone in our community to attend. What Is 1CAN? Founded by Sheryl Kluge in 2019, 1CAN is a volunteer-run organization with the idea of providing a location where people can easily access nonperishable food items without having to fill out forms or qualify. 🥫 Their mission is to provide assistance to individuals and families experiencing hunger in Cabarrus County. 🥫 They do this by collecting and distributing canned goods and other non-p…

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Camp offers a journey through grief for children and teens dealing with the loss of a loved one. This special day camp is organized annually by Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County and provides a safe and supportive environment for participants to express their feelings, share their experiences, and learn coping strategies. 🌈🤝 Campers participate in art sessions, trips to the splash pad, and a ballpark tour while forming meaningful connections with peers and staff, fostering a sense of community. The camp is open to children …

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   The Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is a nationwide initiative that aims to fight hunger and poverty in the United States. Started in 1993, this event has become the largest single-day food drive in the country. 📬 🥫 How does it work? Leave a bag of non-perishable food items by your mailbox, and your letter carrier will pick it up and deliver it to a local food bank or pantry. 📅 Saturday, May 13th Local Impact All food collected by the Concord Parkway office (28027) goes to Cooperative Christian Ministries (CCM) and all food co…

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Elder Orphan Care serves local older adults who are aging without adequate support through their “Safe and Loved at Home” and “Pantry and More” Programs. They provide help and hope in the form of food, friendship, purposeful activities, and home modifications. 🎟️ Purchase tickets to the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers game with this link and you will be supporting Elder Orphan Care 📅 Friday, June 2, 2023, at 7pm at Atrium Health Ballpark 🥫 You can also help stock their food pantry by bringing your choice of the items lis…

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   The SplashPaw Foundation, Inc ™  was founded in 2013 by architect Ginger Moore and provides for others who cannot afford adequate treatment or care for their pets. This can include helping with the cost of treatment, medication, research or just helping a pet be more comfortable while they are ill. Ginger’s Motivation Cancer has impacted Ginger’s life on several levels. Ginger’s grandfather and mother both had cancer as well as both of her pets: Roma, a 16-year-old Spaniel mix, and Pisa, an 11-year-old Calico. During her mother’s last …

For 65 years, our community has come together to enjoy pancakes, sausages, and of course Sun Drop during this day-long event to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Cabarrus County. If you have never been to this event, it really is a special day to share a meal with friends, coworkers, or your family. Check out the photos from last year, courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography, to get an idea of what this event is all about. Come by for breakfast, pop in for lunch, or even make attending your dinner plan on March 16th anytime between 6:00am and 7:30pm. 🎒 📓 Funds raised fro…