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SUMMARY:Making Legends Local Gala & LipSync Battle April 26th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Be A Sponsor | Reserve Your Seats NOW!Thank you to everyone attending last year’s Making Legends Local Gala & LipSync Battle!\n Thank you to all our Generous SponsorsAnd the Winners are…\n2024 Lip Sync Legend of the Year:  REALTORZ  Tara English\, Karen Clow\, Chris Castro\, Liz Castro\, Amanda Parmer\, Jared Sales\, Jennifer Richardson\, and Joey Richardson\, representing REALTORZ\, who performed a medley of songs: Men in Black\, Gold Digger\, and Black Widow.  \n \n2024 Ka’CHING! Champion: Hagood Homes\nNora Ruehle\, Joe VonEron\, Felice VonEron\, Shelbi Young\, and Selena Williams performed IN THE NAVY by the Village People\, raised over $16\,687 for the Carousel Child Advocacy Center   \n \nWant to perform in next year’s event? Contact Laura Pawlewicz or call 910-254-9898\nSave the Date! Saturday\, April 26th\, 2025\nWonderful Pictures from another EPIC Event! \nThank you\, Austin Birch\, Photographer All proceeds from Making Legends Local Gala & Lip Sync Battle will aid child abuse survivors and their families\, whether it is with victim support\, medical services\, and forensic interviews\, healing trauma therapy\, case management\, or a host of other activities to ensure that children who are survivors of abuse can heal\, recover and thrive. Learn more about what we do at https://carouselcenter.org  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/gala25/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Arts Center\, 516 N Front St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Gala
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Heart of the Matter & Tinman Awards February 18th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Nathan Spiteri is a filmmaker\, actor\, writer and survivor\n\n\n\nGet ready to hear a story of incredible resilience and transformation from someone who has lived through the darkest experiences—and emerged with a powerful message of hope and healing. Nathan’s journey from a childhood marred by sexual abuse to becoming a global advocate for survivors is nothing short of inspiring.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn in Canberra\, Australia\, Nathan survived unimaginable trauma as a child. Threatened with his own life and that of his family\, he struggled to cope\, turning to drugs\, violence\, and sex as a means to survive. After hitting rock bottom\, Nathan found a way through\, thanks to intensive therapy and support from Alcoholics Anonymous\, Narcotics Anonymous\, and Sex Addicts Anonymous. His journey of recovery and healing has led him to dedicate his life to helping others escape the pain he once knew so well. \nNathan is not just a survivor—he is a voice for change. His advocacy work spans the globe\, from his involvement with the Children’s Liberation Foundation to his role as an ambassador for the Australia Says No More campaign\, which fights to end domestic violence and sexual abuse. Nathan also supports SAMSN\, one of Australia’s leading organizations for male survivors of child sexual abuse\, and Menslink\, which helps young men navigate tough times with strength and resilience. \nBut Nathan’s story doesn’t end there. An accomplished actor\, writer\, and producer\, he has starred in films and theatre productions across Australia and the U.S. His life story is now being developed into a feature film and a limited series\, a testament to his remarkable journey. His memoir\, Toy Cars\, dives deep into his experiences and offers readers a raw and honest look at what it takes to rise above trauma. \nNathan’s message is one of courage\, survival\, and empowerment\, and his keynote at our event is not to be missed. Whether you’re a survivor\, an advocate\, or someone seeking inspiration\, Nathan’s story will move you\, challenge you\, and leave you ready to join the fight to end sexual abuse and exploitation. \nCome hear Nathan speak and be part of a movement that is changing lives\, one story at a time. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be inspired by someone who has not only survived but is making a lasting difference in the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you for changing lives and helping to make more smiles in the world!\nFind Your Table Host!This EVENT is Sold OUT! \n500 have registered to join us to learn more about the Carousel Child Advocacy Center and how to support the mission. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors\, 100% of your donations at this event will go to support the mission and services that provided to children who have reports of physical or sexual abuse.   \nCarousel Center is the only nationally accredited child advocacy center serving Brunswick\, New Hanover\, and Pender Counties. Carousel serves children from birth up to age 18. All services are provided in a nurturing\, child-friendly\, and safe environment regardless of a family’s ability to self-pay. \nThe Tin Man Biggest Heart Awards honored the unsung heroes who continually are at the heart of how Carousel Child Advocacy Center can offer healing services to nearly 500 child victims of physical and sexual abuse\, neglect\, and maltreatment\, who come for our services each year. \nThank you for your support! #CCACjusttryingtohelpsomekids \nCheck Out this Year’s \nTin Man Nominees
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/heart-of-the-matter-tin-man-awards/
LOCATION:Wilmington Convention Center\, 10 Convention Center Dr\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Because of you...
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nBecause of you…healing therapychild medical exams and forensic interviewsEducation and Prevention WorkshopsFamily AdvocacyTogether\, let’s work towards a world free of child abuse\, where children grow up happy\, healthy\, and safe. Your donation stays here in our community and is put to work immediately helping kids heal! Every child deserves a life free from the effects of trauma.  \nDonate Today!Learn More About What We Do.  Stay Up to Date.  Sign up for our newsletter
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/donate/
LOCATION:Carousel Child Advocacy Center\, 1501 Dock St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:End of Year
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SUMMARY:2024 Tee It Off FORE the Kids Golf Tournament Saturday\, November 2nd SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:This event was\nS O L D    O U T\nbe sure to reserve your team early next year. \nThank you Bosch for being our Presenting Sponsor this year.  They joined Johnstone Supply to present the Tee It Off FORE the Kids Golf Tournament to support the mission and services that ONLY the Carousel Child Advocacy Center provides to meet the physical\, emotional\, and psychological needs of child survivors of physical or sexual abuse. \nJoin us on Saturday\, November 2nd\, at the beautiful Lockwood Folly Country Club in Bolivia\, NC. Check-in and breakfast are at 8:30 a.m. Shotgun starts at 9:30 a.m. Lunch and snacks are provided. Beer will be provided on the course. Win prizes. There will be games on the system and a Raffle! Enjoy a happy hour buffet\, music\, and a cash bar while you wait for scores! \nThere are many sponsorship opportunities to show your support for our mission and help treat child abuse in our community.  Register your team for many chances to win prizes! \nIf you are interested in sponsoring\, playing\, or serving on the 2024 Golf Committee of the 9th Annual Tee It Off FORE THE KIDS Golf Tournament\, please get in touch with Laura Pawlewicz at 910-254-9898 \n#ccacjusttryingtohelpsomekids \nThank You to our generous sponsors\nAdd your logo here next year. ACE Sponsor \nACE Sponsor \nBeverage Sponsor \nHole In One Sponsor
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/tee-it-off-golf/
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SUMMARY:Carousel Child Advocacy Center Beer & Wine Festival October 26th & 27th 2024
DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Presents the Carousel Child Advocacy Center Beer and Wine Festival in downtown Wilmington\, North Carolina!\nSpend the day for a great cause! Carousel Child Advocacy Center Beer and Wine Festival\, presented by Lighthouse Beer and Wine\, has become an integral part of Carousel’s yearly budget. This festival helps Carousel Center so they can continue to help those in need in our surrounding counties and cities. Carousel Child Advocacy Center Beer & Wine Festival supports the services provided to child survivors of abuse.  \nLighthouse Beer and Wine puts on this fantastic event once a year\, always in the wonderful month of October. Mark your calendars for Saturday\, October 26th\, for this year’s 22nd annual Carousel Child Advocacy Center Beer and Wine Festival. This is the beer event of the year– more breweries wielding more delights than you can possibly sample\, live music\, and delicious food\, all in one fantastic venue! Last year at the new Live Oak Pavilion was an amazing success; we’re so excited to be back at the park & venue. It’s promising to be the best-est time ever\, at the most beautiful location we can imagine. Join us at the Live Oak Pavilion at Riverfront Park! \nWe need about 100 volunteers for this event – groups are welcome!\nSign up below and be the first to get the signup form in September 2024!\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastE-mail *TelephoneComment or Message *EmailSubmit  Get Your Tickets Here!
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/the-carousel-center-beer-wine-festival/
LOCATION:Live Oak Pavilion at Riverfront Park\, 10 Cowen St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer & Wine Festival
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SUMMARY:Holiday Hugs 2024
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to the 57 Secret Santas who have fulfilled the Santa wishes of 115 kiddos and 59 Caregivers – the most ever!\nThank you to all the Secret Santas who signed up this year.   \nIt’s not too late to help!\n \nThis Year’s “Not So” Secret SantasCapturing Santa on camera is quite the feat\, but we managed to capture a few!We Believe! Do You? Carousel’s Family Advocates begins collecting wishlists from our families in need in early October.  Individuals\, groups\, and Businesses sign up to be Secret Santas starting in October.  We matched Secret Santas with a child\, children\, and/or family and will be provided the wishlist the week before Thanksgiving or early that week. All gifts (unwrapped) must be delivered the week of December 4th to Carousel Child Advocacy Center at 1501 Dock St.\, Wilmington\, NC. Are you shopping online? You deliver your gifts to our address\, 1501 Dock St.\, Wilmington\, NC 28401.  “We cannot help everyone in the community\, but we are absolutely going to ensure Carousel’s families have the support they need. Our families have been through some tough times over the past year\,” said Franchesca Ramirez\, Family Advocate Supervisor and the coordinator of the Holiday Hugs Program. “Holiday Hugs is a small way Carousel Center helps them add some normalcy back into their lives. You relieve adult caregivers’ concerns about providing a special Christmas morning for their children\, especially after one or more of these kiddos have needed services at Carousel Center. What a priceless gift you will give!” \nWe are so grateful for all the generous Secret Santas who\, over the years\, have donated hundreds of toys\, bikes\, art supplies\, and other wish list items to Carousel’s children and caregivers. Many years ago\, Holiday Hugs began as a cooperative effort with American Legion Post 10\, Stanley B-Jammin’ 99.9\, Alan Perry\, and the Perry’s Emporium Team.  Today\, American Legion Post 10 and Books-A-Million have joined the effort to ensure all child survivors of abuse who visit the Carousel Center for forensic/medical\, family advocacy\, or trauma therapy services within the last year will not have to worry about providing their children a warm and wonderful Christmas morning! Learn More About What We Do HERE!\nSorry\, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.Donate\, and let the elves do the shopping. You can support the Holiday Hug Program for the 2026 Holiday Season. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/holiday-hugs-be-a-secret-santa/
LOCATION:Carousel Child Advocacy Center\, 1501 Dock St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Brunswick Everyday Heroes Awards & Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Everyday  \nHeroesAwards & Luncheon October 9\, 2024  ●  Virginia Williamson Event Center  ●  Brunswick Community College  ●  Bolivia\, NC  \nProtect ChildrenBattle Child AbuseBe a Spectacular Sponsor!Battle Child Abuse! Be a Sponsor!Be a Heroic Host!Protect Children! Be a Table Host!Be a Philanthropic Participant!Be Awesome! Register to Attend!Learn More about Carousel Child Advocacy CenterLearn More about Carousel Child Advocacy CenterProtect Children! Battle Child Abuse! Restore Lives!   Everyday Heroes Making a Difference in the Lives of Brunswick County Children.Protect Children! Battle Child Abuse! Restore Lives!   Everyday Heroes Making a Difference in the Lives of Brunswick County Children.By supporting\, attending\, or sponsoring this event\, you are supporting and learning more about the Carousel Child Advocacy Center\, the region’s only nationally accredited\, child-friendly Child Advocacy Center. You are helping to meet the needs of abused and neglected children and to support child abuse prevention efforts in Southeastern North Carolina. Together\, we can Protect Children. Battle Child Abuse. Restore Lives.about Carousel Child Advocacy CenterRegister Here!AwardsBrunswick County Sheriff’s Office will be recognized as the first police force in the nation to become a Partner in Prevention. In our Tri-County Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Initiative\, Partner in Prevention is a designation awarded by the nonprofit Darkness to Light to organizations and businesses that effectively protect children from child sexual abuse in their communities.  \n\nTrain 90-100% of their staff/volunteers in Stewards of Children®\, AND \nCommit to providing ongoing child sexual abuse prevention training. \n\nPartner in Prevention was created as a national standard to help parents and caregivers recognize organizations that take child protection seriously by implementing protection policies (if youth-serving) and training staff to prevent child sexual abuse. It also serves to educate the public on the prevalence of child sexual abuse and build demand for education and prevention efforts. Register today to learn more about this initiative and attend this event. \nThey will be sure to inspire. \nKeynote Speakers Terrie and Ashley Batson — are sure to inspire.  An aunt and niece “dynamic duo\,”they are both “thrivers” and passionate advocates for those affected by childhood sexual abuse. Through their individual and unified journeys of healing and personal growth\, they aim to raise awareness\, support survivors\, and promote change in the Wilmington\, NC\, community and beyond. They hope that sharing their deeply personal experience will enable them to connect with other survivors and spread awareness of the amazing work of the Carousel Child Advocacy Center.  \nWe love our Spectacular Sponsors! Defenders Sponsor\nDefenders Sponsor\nGuardians Sponsor\nGuardians Sponsor\nGuardians Sponsor\nGuardians Sponsor\nGuardians Sponsor\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://carouselcenter.org/event/everydayhero/
LOCATION:BCC Odell Williamson Auditorium\, 50 College Rd\, Bolivia\, NC\, 28422\, United States
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