Community Gathering to Connect Residents with Service Opportunities WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Wayne County residents will have the chance to explore meaningful volunteer and mentorship opportunities at an upcoming community event hosted by the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce and designed to connect individuals with local organizations making a difference. Event Details The LIFT Event…… read more »
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Local Nonprofits Unite for Volunteer Mentorship Event in Wayne County
Local Initiative Seeks Volunteers to Bring Christmas to Nearly 400 Wayne County Children
Community Effort Aims to Ensure No Child Goes Without Holiday Joy GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Nearly 400 children in Wayne County face the possibility of spending Christmas without gifts this year, but a dedicated community organization is working to change that. Kriquette’s Christmas Kidz, along with its volunteer network known as the Kriquette’s Krew, has launched…… read more »
Local Dealership Honors 31-Year Custodian Through School TEAM Member Initiative
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Jerry Jackson, a custodian at Meadowlane Elementary School, was surprised during his lunch break in September when he became the latest recipient of Team Automotive Group: Team Chevrolet of Goldsboro’s School TEAM Member of the Month recognition. Jackson, who has dedicated 31 years to maintaining Meadowlane Elementary, was selected by his peers for…… read more »
Wilson Community to Host Purple with Purpose 5K and Block Party for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
WILSON, N.C. — Wesley Shelter Inc., in partnership with the Wilson Building Office and the Wilson Police Department, will host the Purple with Purpose 5K and Block Party on October 4, 2025, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The event will take place at 1901 Branch St NW, Wilson, NC 27893, with registration beginning…… read more »
Food Lion Transforms 33 Food Pantries in September to Combat Growing Hunger Crisis
Food Lion’s Great Pantry Makeover initiative provides critical support to food pantries during Hunger Action Month Rural Communities Get Much-Needed Support Through Annual Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — Food Lion Feeds, Food Lion’s hunger-relief platform, is making a significant impact on food insecurity by supporting 33 food pantries within its operating footprint during September’s Hunger Action…… read more »
NC Health Secretary Visits Western Counties for Hurricane Helene Recovery Assessment
Cabinet Leader Joins Governor’s Day of Service One Year After Devastating Storm RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai traveled to western North Carolina this week as part of a coordinated Cabinet effort to assess Hurricane Helene recovery progress and demonstrate continued state commitment to rebuilding efforts one year after…… read more »
Local Girl Scout Creates Wheelchair-Accessible Picnic Tables to Promote Inclusion
14-Year-Old Hannah Drake Builds Community Furniture for Silver Award Project GOLDSBORO, N.C. — When 14-year-old Hannah Drake noticed a classmate in a wheelchair consistently being seated at the end of tables while his friends had to rearrange themselves around him, she decided to take action. The result prioritizes inclusion by placing the wheelchair space in…… read more »
Nissan Donates Three Vehicles to Wayne Community College Automotive Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Nissan Motor Corporation has made a significant contribution to automotive education in North Carolina by donating three late-model vehicles to Wayne Community College’s Automotive Systems Technology program. The donation includes a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, 2022 Infiniti QX60, and 2023 Nissan Ariya SUV—marking the first fully electric vehicle donated to the college. These…… read more »
Local Community Action Agency Seeks Volunteers for Meals on Wheels Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — WAGES, a Community Action Agency, is actively recruiting volunteers to help deliver nutritious meals to older adults across Wayne County through their Home Delivered Meals program. The organization needs volunteers to assist with meal delivery Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with flexible scheduling available to accommodate volunteers’ availability.…… read more »
North Carolina DOT Launches Fall Litter Sweep Campaign to Clean State Roadsides
RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Transportation is mobilizing volunteers across the state for its annual Fall Litter Sweep, a two-week campaign running from September 13-27 aimed at removing debris from roadsides statewide. The initiative invites individuals, community groups, and businesses to participate in cleaning efforts that organizers say make a measurable impact…… read more »
