Families First Support Services

Samaritan Kitchen of Wilkes is a non-profit organization based in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, dedicated to eliminating hunger in the community. They provide essential support through their Food Backpack Program, which ensures that food-insecure children receive meals over the weekends when they do not have access to free school lunches. Additionally, Samaritan Kitchen operates a food pantry, collecting donated food from local sources and distributing 60 pounds of groceries each month to individuals and families in need. With the help of volunteers and partner agencies like Second Harvest, Samaritan Kitchen strives to address the issue of food insecurity in Wilkes County, where approximately 10,000 people struggle to access sufficient food. Through donations and community support, they work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of those facing hunger, providing nourishment and hope to individuals and families in need.Generated from the website

Leadership Charlotte, founded in 1978, is a renowned organization dedicated to developing and enhancing volunteer community leadership in Charlotte, NC. Through their inclusive leadership development programs, they provide emerging and existing leaders with opportunities to increase their community knowledge, civic network, and service to the community. Their flagship program, the Leadership Charlotte Core Program, is a 10-month immersive experience designed for leaders at various stages of their careers. Additionally, ENCOUNTER Charlotte, a one or two-day orientation to Charlotte and community leadership, is offered twice a year. With a focus on inclusiveness, Leadership Charlotte aims to empower individuals to become active contributors in making Charlotte one of the best places to live, work, and play.Generated from the website

Established in 1995, The Cognitive Connection is an organization that provides treatment and care services to adolescents and adults who are victims of substance abuse addiction. It serves the communities of Catawba, Burke, Caldwell and Alexander counties in North Carolina. The organization offers various cognitive behavioral intervention, employment training, education and case management programs. Its educational and employment programs include the WIA Out-of-School Youth Program, Adult WIA Educational/Vocational Training, WIA Educational Solutions Program and Partner in JobLink Career Center. The Cognitive Connection also provides training and technical assistance services to criminal justice and other human service agencies. Its Drug Treatment Court is a court-supervised treatment program that includes supervision, treatment, addiction prevention and recovery services for addicted offenders. The organization s other treatment programs include the Adult Substance Abuse Treatment, Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment, Substance Abuse Prevention and Day Reporting Center - Burke County. It is headquartered in Hickory, N. C.