In June, the heart and history of CCT retired after devoting 32 years to individuals and families affected by incarceration. CCT is honored to celebrate the amazing work of Myra Clark by hosting a fundraiser to help continue the work she dedicated so many years to. https://bit.ly/3ll5fsX
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Give today in Myra Clark's name to benefit CCT!
With accolades and endorsements from across the state of North Carolina, it’s no wonder Gov. Roy Cooper bestowed Myra Clark with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of the state’s top honors. See the details here: https://bit.ly/32rbJxZ
Today is CLT Gives Black! The current movement for racial justice highlights the importance of investing in the black leaders working directly in our communities. Because of that CCT is honored to partner with and promote the financial giving for black-led and black-benefiting nonprofits! Donate here: https://sharecharlotte.org/donate/center-community-transitions #BPM2020CLT The Young, Black & Giving Back Institute SHARE Charlotte
Read about the FIT program in NC and how it has transformed the lives of these two formerly incarcerated men Tommy Green and Justin Jones. http://ow.ly/p4Yn50AT5fL
Thank you to @wsoctv for covering our back to school backpack giveaway where CCT provided 200 backpacks to students as they start the school year! http://ow.ly/bmyU50B2DzB
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Local organization gives away school supplies to help students whose parents are in jail
Check out Charlotte Talks for a special series examining America’s struggle with racial injustice. Explore this four part series on the history of law and policy decisions that resulted in ongoing segregation to the unequal application of justice which resulted in the mass incarceration of many African-Americans with Michelle Alexander. http://ow.ly/xn0r50AT59y
See how Ebony, a former Center for Women resident has been able to change her life and greatly benefited from our Lifeworks! program. Additionally you can continue to donate to our Unite for Second Chances drive on our website. https://youtu.be/88L2qdmJtLE
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There are only 8 days left to Unite for Second Chances! This holiday season we are asking you to Unite for Second Chances with a donation of $50, $75, $100, $250 or more so that we can continue to provide Second Chance opportunities and rebuild the lives of those affected by incarceration. Please help us reach our goal of raising $50,000 by December 31st! http://ow.ly/ll2950CU7wd
“The number one way to make it safe for a person returning home from incarceration is to give them the opportunity of employment.” Learn more on our second chance employment programs here: http://ow.ly/30kt50Cesar
Generosity looks different for everyone and #GivingTuesdayCLT is a celebration of generosity in all forms—whether it’s helping a neighbor, advocating for an issue, sharing a skill, or giving to a cause, every act of generosity counts. How will you show generosity on #GivingTuesdayCLT? Visit givingtuesdayclt.org on #GivingTuesdayCLT to choose from hundreds of ways to do good. SHARE Charlotte
Thank you Duke Energy !
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