On Saturday, July 16, 2022, the Board of Directors met at The Father’s Refuge in Dover, NC for the Annual Board Training. Everyone was welcomed by Scott Murphy, Executive Director of The Father’s Refuge and served a home-cooked meal. (https://mxnetwork.org) Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director, and Cathy Smith, Strategic Planning Consultant led the training for the afternoon. The Board of Directors reviewed the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and made no changes. The group worked together on 2022 SWOT analysis to determine areas of growth and areas that need fine tuning. We wrapped up the day with discussing the power of committees […]
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On Thursday, July 7, 2022, Gary Kenefick, Neuse River Bridge Run Committee Chair, delivered a check to The Filling Station for $8000. Board Members present: Sheri Smith, Board Secretary, Dr. Norma Sermon-Boyd, Treasurer, Clyde Murphy, Jr. Also in attendance, Sheron Bender, Bridge Run Volunteer Coordinator, David Mallard, Jones County Parks and Recreation, Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director and Marcy Hoffman, Administrative Coordinator “The Filling Station has been a great addition to our committee as we work to bridge communities to serve those seeking important services”, Gary Kenefick, Bridge Run Committee Chair “We are grateful for the opportunity to work with […]
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In May 2022, Linda Mathiasen made a visit to The Filling Station to present a $1500 check to the mission of assisting unmet needs in the areas of Nutrition, Education and Connection. Jones Onslow has offered support, media coverage and critical financial resources since Hurricane Florence. They are a powerful, integral partner who knows how to spread the good news of filling needs. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of Jones County with this generous support. Thank you Jones Onslow Electric Cooperative!
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School is Out…Summer is Here…Volunteer Teams are growing As the pandemic lingers and fuel prices soar, the need for food support is increasing as we move into the summer months. Summer kids bags have been prepared with non-perishable snacks, hygiene items and a coloring book. Now that school is out, requests for this critical support is on the rise. We are blessed to partner with incredible organizations like Jones County Partnership for Children, Coastal Women’s Shelter, N.C. Cooperative Extension and the church partners to identify needs quickly and fill them.
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Landon Pike reached out to The Filling Station in the Fall of 2021 to learn how he could partner in giving back to the county where he grew up. After several planning meetings with the Eagle Scout leader and presenting to the scout board, the project was approved. Landon wanted to build 4 benches to be placed in the Garden Venue. Landon comments on why The Filling Station: “As soon as it was time to start my Eagle Scout project, I knew which community I would be working for. Having grown up in Pollocksville for most of my life, I […]
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Pop Up Raleigh is celebrating its 10th year supporting small businesses. This is event happens on the 3rd Saturday of each month on the campus of Trophy Brewery located on Maywood Avenue in Raleigh, NC NEW this year…a charitable partner is chosen to set up at the event. The Filling Station was on site Saturday, May 21st. The Compton and Ladner Families who are Raleigh based and support The Filling Station mission were on site sharing their story about why they donate their time, talent and treasure. Governor Roy Cooper challenged all non profit organizations to be “ALL IN” in […]
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