Special Olympics Cabarrus County has an exciting new way to support athletes in our community with intellectual disabilities.
ℹ️ Feb 22nd at Sportscenter Fitness & Athletic Club
10am: Registration opens
10:30am: Plunge
11:30am: Awards
To plunge, you only have to raise $50 but there are great incentives if you raise more.
Awards will be given for:
❄️ Coolest Costume (Best Dressed)
❄️ Coolest Individual (Individual who Raises Most $)
❄️ Coolest School (School that Raises Most $)
❄️ Coolest Team (Group/business that Raised Most $)
❄️ Largest Plunge Team
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January is National Blood Donor Month, a perfect time to make a life-saving impact. Just one pint of blood can save up to three lives—join a local blood drive near you to help make a difference!
January 11, 2025
Rimer Fire Department Blood Drive. 1-6pm
4306 Rimer Rd, Concord NC
Community Church of Mount Pleasant Blood Drive. 9am-2pm
400 N Main ST, Mount Pleasant, NC
Sam’s Club Blood Drive. 3-6pm
2421 Supercenter Dr NE, Kannapolis, NC
January 14, 2025
City of Kannapolis Blood Drive Event. 9am-2pm
City Hall, 401 Laureate Way, …
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The Ben Mynatt Children’s Foundation (BMCF) continues its incredible mission of supporting local children’s charities in Cabarrus County. This year, the 23rd Annual Ben Mynatt Children’s Foundation Golf Classic, held in late September, brought the organization closer to its goal of distributing its next $1 million in grants. Having reached a monumental milestone of $1 million in giving in 2021, the foundation is now working toward the next chapter in its journey of generosity.
On December 3rd, the BMCF Board hosted an awards breakfast to distribute $38,000 in grants to…
Cabarrus Brewing Company and Towel City Tavern are partnering this holiday season to launch the Gifts of Joy drive, supporting the Church of God Children’s Home in Concord as it recovers from Hurricane Helene. The storm’s aftermath, including the cancellation of the Home’s largest fundraiser, has strained resources while caring for over 20 children, including nine newly displaced by the hurricane.
How Can You Help?
🎁 Angel Trees: Choose a tag at Cabarrus Brewing or Towel City Tavern, buy and wrap the gift, and drop it off by Dec 18th.
🏠 Cottage Wishlists: Shop online from dedicated…
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As we come together this Thanksgiving to reflect on what we’re grateful for, one person shines brightly: Jamie Richardson, our incredible Head Blogger!
Jamie’s passion for sharing the stories that shape Cabarrus County is truly remarkable. Every Thursday morning, her stories bring to life the heart and soul of our community—whether she’s highlighting the inspiring people behind local businesses or uncovering the hidden gems that make our county so unique. Her articles not only inform but also connect us to the who and the why that make Cabar…
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The Partner Foundation, founded by Officer Kyle Baker and his wife, Christina, after Kyle’s own journey through trauma and recovery, is on a mission to support first responders.
In December 2020, Baker, a law enforcement officer with over a decade of service, faced a critical incident that set him on a challenging path of emotional and mental recovery. Determined to push through and return to his role, he spent six months trying to bury the emotional toll of his experience. As he battled symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTS) and survivor…
REMEMBER the Fallen. HONOR those who Serve. TEACH our Children the Value of Freedom
Each year, Wreaths Across America brings together communities across the nation to lay remembrance wreaths on the graves of fallen heroes. Oakwood Cemetery, home to over 1,600 veterans’ graves, is no exception.
📅 December 14, 2024, at 12pm
📍 Oakwood Cemetery, 471 Church St N, Concord, NC 28025
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Cabarrus County will gather at the cemetery on December 14, 2024, to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Join the more than two million volunteers and supporters at mor…
Looking to connect with others in our community while making a difference? The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary (SAWA) is starting their 2024-25 calendar year, and it’s the perfect time to get involved!
With fresh leadership, exciting initiatives, and new projects on the horizon, there are plenty of opportunities for visitors and prospective members to join in and make an impact.
Since its founding in 1990, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary has been a vital support system for the Salvation Army of Cabarrus and Stanly Counties. Through fundraising and volunteer efforts, SAWA provi…
