Christy Motley: Growing a Mission Through Collaboration and Community
Cabarrus County is a place shaped by people who notice a need and decide to do something about it. When Christy Motley moved from Ohio to Cabarrus County seven years ago, she saw neighbors experiencing homelessness, families struggling to make ends meet, and individuals who needed more than a temporary solution. Most of all, she saw people who needed someone willing to listen and help them find a way forward.
Building Stability, Strengthening Families
A Habitat for Humanity home begins long before a family receives the keys. It begins with someone deciding to give. A volunteer picking up a hammer. A business contributing materials or expertise. A community partner making a connection. And a future homeowner putting in the work to build a stronger future for their family.
Chris Corsello: Investing Through Service and Expertise
Chris Corsello shares how service, expertise, and collaboration are helping strengthen nonprofits and build a stronger Cabarrus County community.
Jamie Richardson: Building Better Nonprofits, Together
Discover how Jamie Richardson and Cooperative Christian Ministry are helping nonprofits grow stronger through collaboration and professional development.
Pastor Doug Lattimore's Mission to Bring Food and Hope to Every Doorstep
Pastor Doug Lattimore and Solo Faith Church are redefining food access through North Carolina’s first online food pantry and a DoorDash delivery program serving vulnerable residents in Cabarrus County.
Paula Yost: Deep Roots and a Lasting Impact
For Paula Yost, Cabarrus County is more than a hometown. It is a place deeply woven into her family history, her professional life, and her commitment to protecting and strengthening the people who call this community home.
Wilmenia Gripper’s Mission to Strengthen Community from Within
Cabarrus County is shaped by people who believe in possibility. It is built by leaders who not only see what exists today, but who also imagine what could be tomorrow. For Wilmenia Gripper, that vision is rooted in service, innovation, and a commitment to ensuring no one is left behind as the community continues to grow.
Ashley Sedlak-Propst: Investing Her Expertise
Ashley Sedlak-Propst shares how volunteer leadership, nonprofit service, and community collaboration help make Cabarrus County great.
Families First in Cabarrus County: Meeting Families Where They Are
Families First in Cabarrus County empowers parents, strengthens early learning, and expands access to high-quality child care.
A Legacy of Service and Stewardship: Bob and Susan Smith
Bob and Susan Smith share their story of lifelong service and stewardship and why they created an endowed fund with GCF.
What Makes Cabarrus County Great: A Conversation with Dr. Aalece Pugh
Dr. Aalece Pugh shares what makes Cabarrus County special, highlighting collaboration, growth, and community leadership.
Community Free Clinic: Caring for the Health of Cabarrus County’s Uninsured
The Community Free Clinic of Cabarrus County provides free, compassionate healthcare to uninsured residents, improving lives through care and community collaboration.
Building a Circle of Care: How Elder Orphan Care Strengthens Cabarrus County
Elder Orphan Care helps older adults age safely and with dignity through compassionate care, community partnerships, and volunteer support.
NCWorks Is Powering Opportunity, One Connection at a Time
NCWorks in Cabarrus County connects people to jobs by removing barriers like transportation and offering training and support.
Barbi Jones on Community, Collaboration, and Leadership
Barbi Jones has been one of the strongest voices championing the region’s businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders.
The Vision Behind Cooperative Christian Ministry's Rebuilders Campus
The Rebuilders Campus is constructing a future filled with opportunity, hope, and stability for individuals and families facing homelessness.
Mount Pleasant Food Ministry: Feeding Hope
Over the past two decades, Mount Pleasant Food Ministry has embodied that spirit of compassion and service.
Cabarrus Arts Council: Building Community Through the Arts
Cabarrus County is a place where creativity thrives, and at the heart of its artistic community is the Cabarrus Arts Council. Leading the charge in fostering the county’s vibrant arts scene is Liz Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the Cabarrus Arts Council.
Habitat Cabarrus: The Ripple Effect of Affordable Homeownership
Since its founding in 1986, Habitat for Humanity of Cabarrus County has been dedicated to providing safe, decent, and affordable housing to families in need. However, the organization does far more than construct homes—it builds communities, strengthens families, and offers a path to stability and self-reliance.
What Makes Cabarrus County Great: Present Age Ministries
Present Age Ministries strengthens Cabarrus County through prevention, awareness, and survivor care for teen girls affected by abuse, exploitation, and trafficking.