Following 11 years of service as President and CEO and four preceding years in marketing, special events, and community impact, United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties (UWRCC) bids farewell to Meagan Flippin as she steps into her new role as CEO and President of the Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM). Since she arrived at…
Rutherford County’s chapter of 100 Women Who Care is a dedicated force for positive change. They are thrilled to announce that they have generously donated over $34,000 in 2023 to support local non-profit organizations. This significant contribution underscores the organization’s unwavering commitment to making a lasting impact on the community. With a mission to uplift…
The Kiwanis Club of Murfreesboro presented a $10,000 check to the Good Shepherd Children’s home Monday night as part of a $25,000 pledge through 2026. Kiwanis has hosted a Christmas party for the children and their staff for the past 49 years. Kiwanians wanted to do something extra special in honor of the long standing…
Housing is the centerpiece of an individual’s life and a cornerstone to living independently. Accessible, affordable housing for people experiencing housing instability is vital to supporting overall mental and physical well-being. Your local United Way fights for a community where every person – no matter their background, their abilities, or their zip code- has an…
For the 27th year, Journeys In Community Living’s Annual Heart Tree is on display until Friday, December 15, in the lobby at 1130 Haley Road, representing wishes for the individuals we support. The Annual Heart Tree program provides gifts to adults with disabilities served by the agency, many of whom do not have family members…
The Siegel High School Student Council led a school-wide canned food and donation drive for Rutherford County’s Nourish Food Bank. Siegel has contributed to a local food bank every year since opening in 2003. This year $4,500 and 1,273 food items were donated.
The Murfreesboro Committee on Contributions of the Murfreesboro Community Investment Trust invites eligible charitable applicants to submit requests for charitable grants in FY24-25. Beginning October 1 through Oct. 31, 2023, application requests for grant-funding can be made by utilizing the grant-making application process, available at https://www.murfreesborotn.gov/CommunityGrantApplication. Activities requesting funding from this application must take place…
Taylor Farms presents Hometown Huddle 2023. The annual Hometown Huddle food drive is a community-powered initiative. The three-day event will be held at Patterson Park Community Center and consists of two components: The Collection Intake Days will be held Tuesday, September 19th, from 1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, September 20th, from 8:30 a.m. –…
Friday, September 8 was a beautiful night for an end of summer party!” announced Child Advocacy Center Director Sharon De Boer. “Thank you to everybody who attended and sponsored the Child Advocacy Center’s 6th annual Light Up the Night event.” Guests celebrated all night at Oakland’s Mansion, Murfreesboro. They sipped cocktails, ate delicious hors d’oeuvres…
Amelia’s Closet will hold its second annual fashion show fundraiser, Project Restyle, to be held Thursday, October 26, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Liberty’s Station, 850 NW Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN. “We are excited to present this second annual, unique event featuring both a restyling competition and a fashion show,” said Amelia’s Closet’s founding executive director…