Category Archives: giving

Desserts, Drinks & Designer Bags

For the past three years I have been honored and humbled to be associated with Me Fine Foundation.  They are a truly wonderful organization, providing resources and financial assistance to families at Duke Children’s Hospital and UNC Hospital.   One of the big annual events is the Purse Gala and as a purse lover I...

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{ giving } Me Fine Wine Madness Event

I am fortunate enough to partner with several charities across the area, however Me Fine is one of my favorite organizations.  Me Fine Foundation was founded by Lori Lee after losing her son Folden at only two years of age.  The provide resources and financial assistance to families who have children in treatment at Duke...

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Penny Noell - May 12, 2009 - 11:55 am

Looks wonderful!

{ giving } Malawi Humanitarian Project

While studying at the Center for Documentary Studies I have met some amazing friends and been exposed to a ton of interesting and creative projects.  A good friend Kathryn is heading down to Malawi to continue her work with HIV/AIDS patients and trying to raise donations for a truly worthwhile project.  Please read her note...

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{ giving } Preservation Durham Annual Fall Fundraiser

Preservation Durham is a truly wonderful organization devoted to preserving the history of Durham.  Since I grew up in Durham I am totally committed to doing anything possible to help with organizations like Preservation Durham and when I heard about their Annual Fall Fundraiser I was eager to help. Jane Goodridge was the big winner...

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{giving} Duke Children’s Hospital – Teddy Bear Ball

In high school, I was lucky enough to be a member of the Company Dancers of Durham.  Some of my fondest memories started every year around January when we started rehearsals for Multiple Choices, a benefit concert and fundraiser for Duke Children’s Hospital.  Whenever I think back I can’t help but remember the months of...

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UPDATE: Giving is SO Awesome contest

I was really in shock that so many people took time out of their busy holiday schedules to even right in, but the hard part was making a decision.  To be honest, I had quite a few entries that really touched my heart. In particular, this entry from Tami Carter really struck a chord… The...

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martha manning - January 6, 2009 - 11:04 am

SUCH a wonderful gift! What a fabulous thing to do to start of 2009!!

{ giving } Giving is SO Awesome!

You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of...

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