October 14, 2008
Patricia McBride, associate artistic director and master teacher, N.C. Dance Theatre, received lifetime achievement award from Arts and Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
Triad Health Project, Greensboro, N.C., named board members: Yolanda Douglas, Karen Garraputa, Kim Goldstein, Martha Lang.
Ann B. Goodnight, director of community relations, SAS, received A.E. Finley Distinguished Service Award from Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.
Janet Freeman, dean emerita of information library services, awarded $1.1M to Meredith College to create special projects endowment fund for college library.
Eryn Dulaney, freshman, Appalachian State, completed two mission trips during Summer 2008: Taught bible school in Wales with World Witness, and in Pathfork, Ken., with Christian Education Ministries.
Dress for Success Charlotte hosting benefit 6-9 p.m., Sept. 18, Charlotte Merchandise Mart, featuring actress Andie McDowell and Joi Gordon, CEO, Dress for Success International; tickets available online or by calling 704.525.7706.
Judge Kristin Ruth received grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Service, Office of Child Support Enforcement, to replicate model of family courts.
October 23 - Media Relations 101 - Getting attention for your nonprofit, details
December 4 - Women’s giving power: Bigger, better, bolder, details