HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Haywood Christian Ministry and The Community Kitchen are among local partners receiving donations from Canopy Realtor Association.
The donation of $25,000 was divided between five North Carolina food pantries or nonprofits and is in response to the rising demand for food assistance across the state. Two of the five organizations are based in western North Carolina.
The following organizations will receive $5,000 each from Canopy Realtor Association:
- Haywood Christian Ministry – Waynesville
- The Community Kitchen – Canton
- The Hearts & Hands Food Pantry – Charlotte
- Fifth Street Ministries – Statesville
- Mooresville Christian Mission – Iredell County
“These organizations are on the front lines every day, ensuring that families, seniors, and individuals facing hardship do not go without essentials,” Charisma Southerland, the president of Canopy Realtor Association/Canopy MLS, said in a written statement. “We recognize and deeply appreciate the critical role they play across the communities our members serve. This support is one way we can stand beside them as they work to meet rising need.”…