Kara Cody and Kathy Sallee were recently presented the Servant’s Heart Award by Civitan International.
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Thomasville Community Foundation accepting 2024 Grant applications
Thomasville Community Foundation accepting 2024 Grant applications. This opportunity is available to all local qualifying 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations.
Davidson County Civitan Club holds clergy appreciation observance
The Davidson County Civitan Club honored nine local ministers and four spouses with the club’s 21st Clergy Appreciation Observance. The event was held in the fellowship hall of Hedrick's Grove Reformed United Church of Christ.
Local events in celebration of Black History Month
There are a number of local events planned in celebration of Black History Month this weekend. Be sure to check them out!
Press Release: Davidson County United Way provides funding to twenty-five local nonprofits
The Davidson County United Way provides funding to twenty-five local nonprofits.
City of Lexington opens funding opportunities for local organizations
To increase transparency and equity in how the City of Lexington selects outside agencies for funding, the City Council has requested a revision to the current Partner Agency program.
Local events to fill your social calendar
January is filled with local events to fill your social calendar.
Polar Plungers take a leap to benefit Davidson Prison Ministry
Davidson Prison Ministry makes a big splash at their 2023 Polar Plunge
Hospice: Share your feelings as part of your holiday celebrations
Sharing your feelings with those who are also grieving brings healing and strength to all. As part of your holiday celebrations, acknowledge the loss of your loved one in meaningful ways:
GWAC: CARes Project gives local employees a lift
Davidson County residents can financial and credit counseling and low-interest loans through the CARes Project.
Press Release: Lexington Book Festival receives community engagement grant
The upcoming Lexington Book Festival will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Arts Davidson County at 202 North Main Street in Lexington. This book festival is made possible by a grant from North Carolina Humanities, a statewide nonprofit and the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Column: Lexington native Cory Holt set to emcee first Men of Valor program
Holt attended Hargrave Military Academy, before enrolling at Virginia Tech University, where he lettered four years on the football team - winning 3 ACC Championships.
Press Release: Prison ministry's Polar Plunge returns
A Polar Plunge is a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support the work of Davidson Prison Ministry by jumping or running into the water at Elevated Wake Park on December 30, 2023.
Press Release: Getting Ahead graduation
Graduation for participants in Getting Ahead is on the calendar for December 5, and the community is invited to celebrate their accomplishments. These hard-working neighbors are starting their journeys out of poverty and into stability and the organization is proud of all the accomplishments they have made so far. Those who attend the graduation will hear stories about participants’ experiences, moments of discovery and awakening in the group, and future goals they have set. There will also be a networking dinner designed to allow Getting Ahead participants to build their business contacts.
Press Release: It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Salvation Army
This year The Salvation Army of Davidson County has committed to providing gifts to almost 300 families. The Angel Tree Program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need through the support of community donors.
Press Release: Be Someone’s Hero- 48 Hours of Giving for the J. Smith Young YMCA
Be Someone’s Hero, 48 Hours of Giving is a hyper-focused two-day giving event beginning on November 15th, designed to highlight the J. Smith Young YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. {Stock Photography}
Press Release: Davidson Prison Ministry hires new chaplain
Miranda Lane’s mission is to provide calm spaces of solace and refuge to all people.
Press Release: The Arc of Davidson County, Inc. attains person-centered excellence accreditation from CQL
The Arc of Davidson County, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has achieved Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation from CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership.
Press Release: Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K is coming soon
The United Way of Davidson County and Davidson County Government are teaming up once again to host the eleventh annual Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K/3K on November 23rd.
BBQ Fest Jammin' at the AMP to benefit Pastor's Pantry on Thursday
This year’s Barbecue Festival Pre-Pig Shindig Jammin' at the AMP Oct 26, 2023 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Breeden Amphitheater will benefit Pastor’s Pantry funded in part by United Way of Davidson County.