The Lenoir County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $14,910 in grants to seven organizations supporting the local community.
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Child abuse is everyone's business
A Multi-Agency Taskforce put together an awareness program, held at the Lenoir County Courthouse Atrium to spread the word about Child abuse and Maltreatment locally and statewide. Their goal it to continue sharing information until no child is abused or neglected in this community.
Recovery Court donates medication lock boxes to RADD
Recovery Court has donated 23 extra-large medication lock boxes to Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled (RADD) to help prevent unintended overdoses in the community. The lock boxes are part of an outreach initiative aimed at improving medication safety in Wayne, Lenoir, and Greene counties.
RADD's June 1 Event: Baseball, motorcycle ride, and surprises
On Saturday, June 1, Grainger Stadium will host the Challenger Baseball game, starting at 11:00 a.m. The event, organized by RADD, is free and open to the public, encouraging community support for special athletes. Players from the DownEast Wood Ducks will participate alongside RADD players, making it a memorable day of inclusive fun and community spirit. Attendees can also look forward to a few surprises that will add to the excitement of the day.
Unsung Heroes: April Houston’s dedication to homesteading and special needs advocacy
In this week's edition of "Unsung Heroes," Neuse News spotlights April Houston, a woman whose journey has spanned from embracing her agricultural roots to stepping forward as an advocate for children with special needs.
Law Enforcement and RADD collaborate for Project Safe and Sound
On June 3rd, Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled (RADD) will host a charity event. RADD is an organization that provides social and recreational activities to disabled individuals and their families. They also provide resources, advocacy, as well as education pieces for families.
Walk, Run, or Roll a Mile in our Shoes with RADD
RADD Inc., a nonprofit organization that raises awareness and provides support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, is hosting a virtual event called "Walk, Run, or Roll a Mile in our Shoes" throughout the month of March.
Silent auction held in December to benefit developmentally disabled persons
Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled (RADD) is holding a silent auction on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9:00 am, and ending on Friday, December 9, 2022. Local businesses have donated items to be auctioned in support of RADD.
Charity ride benefiting RADD on Saturday
On June 4, 2022, a charity motorcycle ride starting at Boneyard Harley-Davidson in Winterville will parade in Kinston through Caswell Developmental Center and Spring Arbor. The ride will benefit RADD (Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled).
Developmental Disabilities Awareness StoryWalk today
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and today we will celebrate our beloved friends and family who are differently abled with a special children’s book called “Just Ask”. Join us for some sunshine, warm weather, food and fun today at Greene County Sports Complex from 4pm-6pm.
Local schedule changes due to Coronavirus precautions
Local schedule changes due to Coronavirus precautions. Submit your organization’s changes to info@neusenews.com.
RADD's new director ready to make a difference
RADD has a new director — and she’s ready to make her mark for those with special needs.