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Crisis Assistance Ministry

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Carol Hardison

September 9, 2023

Here’s What You Make Possible

It’s not too late to make stories like the one Carol shares here possible. You won’t need to attend a big gala, hire a babysitter, or order an Uber. Instead, make a direct contribution to help stabilize nearby families facing a financial crisis.

Your gift will help hardworking neighbors escape the threat of eviction or loss of utilities while empowering families with the resources to stabilize their families . . . and their future.

Filed Under: Campaign, Customer Stories Tagged With: #PreserveDignity, #PreventHomelessness, Carol Hardison, Customer, Economic Mobility, Foundation for the Carolinas, Lowe's, MetroTech Automotive, NonEvent2023

May 25, 2021

Tanya Stewart Blackmon Named Charlotte Woman of the Year

Nominated by Crisis Assistance Ministry, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Novant Health Tanya Stewart Blackmon has been named Charlotte Woman of the Year.

Filed Under: Agency News Tagged With: Carol Hardison, Charlotte Woman of the Year, COVID-19 Response Fund, Novant Health, Tanya Blackmon

March 17, 2021

Robert Patterson’s Legacy Of Caring Lives On

As Robert Patterson neared his 78th birthday while battling a terminal illness, his friends and family rallied to celebrate his legacy. Together, they surprised him with a gift that will keep on giving: The Robert Patterson Eviction Prevention Fund.

Filed Under: Donor Stories Tagged With: Carol Hardison, Charlotte City Council, Cyndee Patterson, donor, Robert Patterson

December 17, 2020

Honoring Volunteers In 2020 Style

In fiscal year 2020, volunteers collectively contributed over $1 million worth of time and expertise to meeting the basic needs of families in our community. During a video conference celebration, volunteers were honored for their continued commitment to preventing homelessness and preserving dignity even in 2020’s ever-changing and challenging environment.

Filed Under: Agency News, Volunteer Stories Tagged With: Awards, Bank of America, Carol Hardison, Kurt Brummert, Tokai Carbon, Volunteer Recognition, Volunteers

August 6, 2020

Non-Event Gala Playlist

Keep your #NonEventGala going with this playlist full of hits to get you on your feet. While enjoying the at home party take a moment to make a gift to help families on the edge avoid eviction.

Filed Under: Agency News, Campaign Tagged With: #CLTStaysHome, #NonEvent2020, Carol Hardison, Grow Hope, Non-Event Gala

April 15, 2020

Your Help Makes It Possible

Carol has a special video message to thank all of our donors and supporters as well as those on the front lines helping us stay safe and healthy. Though our doors are closed temporarily we are working to help our neighbors in need from home and planning for the future of the agency.

Filed Under: Agency News, Campaign Tagged With: #Challenge2020, #DoubleYourImpact, #MakeYourMatch, Carol Hardison

February 26, 2020

Wells Fargo Foundation Invests $250,000 in Financial Security CLT

Wells Fargo Foundation has announced a grant of $250,000 designated to support the collaborative work of Financial Security CLT. Coalition members work collaboratively through advocacy to help families get on, and stay on, a path to greater financial security.

Filed Under: Agency News Tagged With: Carol Hardison, Jay Everette, Stephanie Cooper-Lewter, Wells Fargo

January 29, 2020

Make It Count in 2020

It’s a new year and a new decade. That means it’s time for the decennial census which, as mandated by the U.S. Constitution, has occurred every ten years since 1790. The census is an important part of our democracy, helping to determine the allocation of community resources.

Filed Under: Advocacy, Agency News Tagged With: Carol Hardison, Census, Census 2020, Daniel Valdez, MeckCounts 2020

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Tanisha had a job, a budget, and an eviction notice in her hand.

She was this close to sleeping in her car when she came to Crisis Assistance Ministry. Because of donor support, we helped cover rent and walked with her through one‑on‑one coaching so she could get back on track for good.

We are just past halfway through our Match Challenge, which means every gift is doubled for neighbors like Tanisha.

Want to help keep families housed? Tap the link in our bio to give.

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From a cramped two‑room apartment to her first home at fifty‑one, Jennifer’s path has been anything but easy. Short‑term rent and utility help kept her family housed long enough to rebuild, save, and keep going.

Her journey shows what’s possible when a community steps in at the right time.
👉 Read the full story at https://ow.ly/jTwy50YSA6w (link in bio).

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In this chapter of our history, Crisis Assistance Ministry became an independent 501(c)(3), evolving from “not just a faith based organization, but a community based organization,” as Caroline Myers described it. Being named the lead agency for financial assistance across Mecklenburg County solidified our role as a trusted place where neighbors turn when a financial shock threatens their stability.

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What does care look like in real life?

For our neighbors, it looks like a bag filled with tissues, lip balm, a handwritten note, hand sanitizer wipes, toothbrushes and toothpaste, body wipes, and lotion. The Red Ventures IT team packed almost 200 of these care kits so families in crisis can feel just a little more human on some really hard days. 

Huge thanks to @RedVentures for putting compassion into action. Want to rally your own crew for a care kit build? Our Volunteer team would love to help you get started. Link in bio or https://ow.ly/V11950Z2H6E

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Choose your person.

In this “fight” video, four of our teammates from four different departments show off their best moves. But there is no real winner, because we are all on the same side: fighting to keep families stably housed, utilities connected, and hope alive.

Step into the arena with us. Take the Challenge and double your impact for neighbors working hard to get back on their feet.

Learn more and give: link in bio 🔗

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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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In November 1982, Mecklenburg County commissioners recommended that Crisis Assistance Ministry administer the county’s General Assistance funds. Becoming the lead agency for emergency financial assistance cemented our role as the place where neighbors turn when a financial crisis threatens their stability.

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Tap the link in bio to open our very first Volunteer Yearbook. Baby Yoda starts the story, but it’s your service that lifts up neighbors and strengthens our community.

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Summer fun is loading … and so is the laundry. 😅

This week’s most needed Amazon Wishlist items are summer beach towels and laundry detergent – because sandy, sunscreen‑covered, popsicle‑dripped clothes do not wash themselves. Families should be worrying about memories, not messes.

Shop our Amazon Wishlist and send towels and detergent straight to Crisis Assistance Ministry so neighbors can enjoy the sun and still show up in clean, fresh clothes.

Link in bio to give.

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