Rock Hill Pushes Through Emergency Ordinance Requiring Face Masks To Be Worn in Public

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Rock Hill Pushes Through Emergency Ordinance Requiring Face Masks To Be Worn in Public

The City of Rock Hill has just passed a new sweeping measure that requires all citizens and visitors to wear approved face masks when in public within city limits.

The new measure comes as COVID-19 cases in South Carolina continue to spike. York County now has a total of 1,530 confirmed cases and 12 deaths.

In a public press statement, Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys said; ”We can suffer some inconvenience for the health and safety of all.”

The new face mask requirement begins on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 AM and will remain in effect for 60 days unless City Council suspends it before then.

The new ordinance stipulates that approved face coverings will be required within the Rock Hill City limits when:

  • Inside City facilities
  • When using or driving public or commercial transportation, including My Ride buses.
  • Inside any retail, service or food service establishment.
  • Staff at retail and service establishments must wear face coverings while working in areas open to the general public or in interactions with other staff where 6 feet of separation can’t be maintained.
  • Staff at food service establishments, including delivery drivers, must wear face coverings when interacting with customers.

What do you think about the new ordinance?

Charlotte Author Has New Book Published

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Charlotte Author Has New Book Published

Richard A. Klein, a lifelong resident of Charlotte, has seen the release of his second published book.  This time it’s one for children.  The title is “Something to Crow About”, published by Dorrance Publishing and available on-line from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

The story is about a young crow who worries about his diminutive size and wishes he might be larger and prouder.  Moe the Crow, feeling puny and tiny, turns to his mother.  She gives him the family history tracing Moe to a time when his ancestors rule the earth as dinosaurs.

The story changes Moe’s perspective making him believe that life’s best is what lies ahead.  Klein said that “This book provides entertaining rhyme, colorful pictures, a scientific story and a reminder of the bond between parents and their young.”

Klein’s earlier book reflected a recent career background, “Putting the Fun Into Fund Raising.”  He is also a former newspaper reporter a film scriptwriter who saw 65 of his scripts produced for television and group audiences.

Klein said he was especially pleased with his illustrator, Ariel Coburn of Alexandria, VA.  She has also worked with him on the writing of two future books for children.

You can find the new book here on Amazon.

Salisbury-Based Food Lion Parent Commits To Stop Selling Products Sourced From Monkey Labor

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Salisbury-Based Food Lion Parent Commits To Stop Selling Products Sourced From Monkey Labor

International grocery giant Ahold Delhaize—which operates its U.S. headquarters out of Salisbury, NC and has 2,000 stores and distribution centers nationwide, including Giant Food, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford—has committed to not stocking or selling any coconut products sourced from suppliers that use monkey labor. The move follows PETA’s undercover investigation of Thailand’s coconut industry, which revealed that monkeys are chained, confined to cramped cages, and forced to climb trees and pick coconuts for coconut milk and other products sold by major brands like Chaokoh and Aroy-D.

PETA visited four “monkey schools,” eight farms, and one coconut-picking competition, in which chained monkeys—reportedly illegally captured as babies—were forced to climb palm trees and pick coconuts for export around the world. When not being forced to pick coconuts, the animals were kept tethered, chained to old tires, or confined to cages barely larger than their bodies. At the facilities, monkeys displayed stereotypic repetitive behavior indicative of extreme stress. One monkey in a cage on a truck bed shook the cage repeatedly in a desperate, futile attempt to escape, and a screaming monkey on a rope frantically tried to run away from a handler. An investigator learned that if monkeys try to defend themselves, their canine teeth may be pulled out.

“These curious, highly intelligent animals are denied mental stimulation, companionship, freedom, and everything else that would make their lives worth living, all so that they can be used to pick coconuts,” says PETA President Ingrid Newkirk. “PETA believes virtually all coconuts from Thailand are picked by abused monkeys and is calling on kind people to buy coconut products that are sourced elsewhere.”

Charlotte Black-Owned Etsy Shops You Need To Support

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Charlotte Black-Owned Etsy Shops You Need To Support
via Zoe Claire Creations

In today’s consumer driven economy, shoppers often have far more power than they realize to both make and break businesses – especially on a local level.

With the recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Stephon Clark, and dozens of other unarmed black Americans by police, it’s important for all Americans both fight for racial justice and support the black community.

One of the most powerful ways to show your support is with your wallet, and specifically, buy shopping at local black-owned shops.

Since COVID-19 numbers are still rising and social distancing is still in effect, we did some digging to find the top black-owned Etsy shops in Charlotte so you can still show your support from the safety of your own home.

#1 Lee Hill Designs

Lee Hill Designs is run by Charlotte resident Rashada Cherry who makes some truly impressive custom handbags and accessories. You can browse her shop here.

#2 Zoe Claire Creations

Zoe Claire is a mom, a wife, and an entrepreneur who makes one-of-a-kind products born out of a love of Disney, family and crafting. On her shop, she notes that, “I’m lucky enough to be married to my college sweetheart, and to live in the beautiful city of Charlotte, North Carolina. When I’m not crafting or running my shop, my husband and I are busy trying to keep up with our energetic little ones!” You can browse her shop here.

#3 RTSimpson

Ryan Simpson is a brilliant graphic designer and illustrator from Charlotte who has “has strong Post Moves & a solid Midrange J“. You can browse his shop here.

#4 BeingKindra

BeingKindra is a jewelry and accessory shop run by Kindra Rush here in Charlotte. Her shop description is sweet and to the point – Unique finds in limited quantities. You can browse her shop here.

#5 220Productions 

220 Productions is a clothing and accessories company based here in the Queen City. You can browse all Jason’s designs on his shop here.

Top Solution for Mail Migration

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Top Solution for Mail Migration

Today, the exchange of written messages is instant. There are mail clients for desktop and mobile devices, with a broad array of features for every taste. Email is a fixture of professional life. When users switch to MS Outlook, they often take their data with them. Migration to this popular environment is complex.

Features and design are not the only aspects setting mail systems apart. They also store data in proprietary formats. As these are incompatible, users ought to find email conversion software tailored to their needs. Today, there are client-specific solutions for most situations. And results are usually spectacular. 

When Data Formats Clash

A common issue is a transition from Mac Mail to MS Outlook. Here, extension disagreement is exacerbated by differences between OS environments. While the source stores information as *.MBOX, the destination will only accept *.PST. 

Such data antagonism makes manual efforts fruitless. There is simply no way to cope without third-party aids. This is especially true for instances of the cross-platform transfer. 

Consequences of Failed Attempts

Manual efforts are notorious for their drawbacks. Common flaws include loss or damage of data — sometimes, for good. Such approaches are also extremely laborious. For instance, one way to move data from Mac Mail involves four different programs. 

Conversion is inescapable, and it must be handled by professional software. Why use a converter alone when you can have the entire process safely automated? Professional tools aren’t free, but they are often affordable and offer the best value for money.

Three Advantages to Consider

Today, the range of migration software is broad. State-of-the-art solutions are always client-specific. They are designed based on the peculiarities of both the source and the destination. Top products require one-time payment and come without restrictions on the size of data or frequency of use. 

1. Speed and Ease

These are often single-window programs with a minimalistic interface. Their use is straightforward: all you need is a few easy steps. All intermediate steps (extraction, conversion, import, and saving) are automated. In terms of time, this could save you hours. 

2. Guaranteed Precision

Forget arduous and questionable manual procedures. Automated transfer guarantees you peace of mind. It is always simple and error-free. Users are sure their messages and attachments stay intact.  

3. Less Is More

The simpler the interface — the better. This may sound counterintuitive, but complicated systems are actually redundant. Mail transfer is a straightforward task that requires a few buttons only. After all, you pay for an automated program, not a manual guide!  

Security of Data 

Today, data leaks may cause irreparable harm. With dedicated utilities, transferred data never leaves your computers. Emails with sensitive or confidential content are a common target for cybercriminals. Arm yourself with a licensed tool to ensure safety, precision, and speed.

How to use free spins at an online casino

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How to use free spins at an online casino

One of the advantages of playing at an online casino is the various bonus rewards on offer. And free spins are one of the most popular incentives available. When you claim this bonus, the casino will give you actual spins that can be used on a slot machine. If you are lucky enough to win, you will receive legitimate bonus cash. The most fortunate players can even turn this bonus into real money.

But what are some tips and tricks to know when it comes to using bonus spins? Please read our full guide below for the best advice.

Shop around for the best deals

It may not seem like it, but acquiring free spins is like shopping for a new air fryer. You do a Google search or browse on Amazon to find the perfect model. The same goes for casino bonuses. There are hundreds of sites out there – who are more than happy to give you some free spins. Make sure you also check the terms to ensure you find a bonus with good terms.

Only go for regulated online casinos

Thankfully, the internet is no longer a wild west. Rogue casinos are rare to find these days with results almost eliminated on Google search. However, there’s still the chance you could stumble on an unreputable site. It’s important to only play at regulated online casinos in your jurisdiction. Any website with UKGC or MGA licensing is a solid choice. You can sign up knowing that all games are tested and use RNG to produce random results. 

Focus on High RTP Games

RTP stands for return to player. It’s what a gambler can expect to be the average return over a long play session. With this in mind, choosing high return games means you may win back more from your bonus. Keep an eye out for games that have a 97%+ RTP for the best chance of success. Keep in mind that RTP does fluctuate and can be much lower or higher over short playing sessions.

Don’t get discouraged if you lose

It’s easy to get the best free spins online – but it’s a much harder task to try and win with them. Online slots are still a game of chance. You will inevitably have to deal with the frustrations of non-winning spins. The good news is that there are plenty of options out there. And the best casinos will give you plenty of opportunities to claim bonuses with promotions.

Mecklenburg County Giving Away 2 Million Free Masks To Residents Starting Today

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Mecklenburg County Giving Away 2 Million Free Masks To Residents Starting Today

Mecklenburg County officials have just announced plans to distribute over 2 million masks to local residents – 1 million of the masks provided by the Federal government, and 1 million additional masks provided by Atrium Health and multiple business leaders with the Charlotte Executive Leadership Council (CELC).

This new mask giveaway is designed to help residents abide by Governor Cooper’s new executive order that requires all NC residents to wear a face covering when in public.

Yesterday Mecklenburg County Government made the announcement, along with graph showing the continued spike of COVID-19 cases in our area:

Here are all the times and locations that Mecklenburg County residents can receive their free mask:

Dates and locations

Atrium Health locations

Friday, July 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Atrium Health
801 East Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203

Tuesday, July 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Atrium Health
801 East Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203

Wednesday, July 8, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Atrium Health NorthPark Clinic
251 Eastway Drive
Charlotte, NC 28213

Thursday, July 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Atrium Health
801 East Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203

YMCA locations

Brace Family YMCA
3127 Weddington Road, Matthews, NC 28105
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon
Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Dowd YMCA
400 E. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Harris YMCA
5900 Quail Hollow Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon
Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Johnston YMCA
3025 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28205
Monday-Saturday: 6 to 11:30 p.m.

Keith Family YMCA
8100 Old Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28262
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon, 6 to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Lake Norman YMCA
21300 Davidson St., Cornelius, NC 28031
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon
Sunday: CLOSED

McCrorey YMCA
3801 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. to noon, 5 to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday: 6 to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Morrison Family YMCA
9405 Bryant Farms Road, Charlotte, NC 28277
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon
Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Simmons YMCA
6824 Democracy Drive, Charlotte, NC 28212
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 3 to 5 p.m., 6 to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday: Noon to 4 p.m., 6 to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Stratford Richardson YMCA
1946 West Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208
Monday-Saturday: 6 to 11:30 p.m.

Brewery locations:

Birdsong Brewing Co.
1016 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28206
Tuesday-Friday: 3 to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Brewers at 4001 Yancey
4001-A Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC 28217
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Heist Brewery
2909 N Davidson St., #200 Charlotte, NC 28205
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Legion Brewing Plaza Midwood
1906 Commonwealth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205
Monday-Wednesday: 2 to 10 p.m.
Thursday: 2 to 11 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: Noon to 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Legion Brewing SouthPark
5610 Carnegie Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28209
Monday-Wednesday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

NoDa Brewery
2921 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28206
Thursday: 3 to 9 p.m.
Friday: 3 to 10 p.m.
Saturday: Noon to 10 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 7:30 p.m.

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
4150 Yancey Road, Charlotte, NC 28217
Sunday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Resident Culture Brewing Co.
2101 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205
Monday-Wednesday: 3 to 10 p.m.
Thursday-Friday: 3 to 11 p.m.
Saturday: Noon to 11 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Sycamore Brewing
2161 Hawkins St., Charlotte, NC 28203
Monday-Thursday: 4 to 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: Noon to 11 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 9 p.m.

The Unknown Brewing Co.
1327 S. Mint St., Charlotte NC 28203
Tuesday-Thursday: 4 to 10 p.m.
Friday: 3 to 11 p.m.
Saturday: Noon to 11 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Wooden Robot Brewery
1440 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28203
Friday: 4 to 10 p.m.
Saturday: Noon to 10 p.m.
Sunday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Emergency Crews Respond To Large Black Bear In Tree Near Downtown Mooresville

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Emergency Crews Respond To Large Black Bear In Tree Near Downtown Mooresville

Charlotte-area emergency crews have just responded to one of the more unusual cases in 2020.

Yesterday morning, the Mooresville Fire & Rescue department responded to a large black bear that had climbed his way into a very public tree on East Center Avenue in the heart of Mooresville.

The Mooresville Police Department, animal control, and officers with the NC Wildlife Dept joined MFR in working to get the bear out of the tree.

According to local resident Anna Baldwin the bear’s also been spotted near the war memorial in Mooresville and on a game cam in Mt Ulla just 3 days ago.

Charlotte Sees The 6th Highest Increase in Suburban Apartment Rentals Due To COVID-19

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Charlotte Sees The 6th Highest Increase in Suburban Apartment Rentals Due To COVID-19
Apartments.com just released a new report showing a significant increase in suburban apartment rentals coming from city-centric renters.
Shelter in place orders have driven renters in tiny city-center apartments to wish they had more space to move around inside, a yard to play outdoors or even a quiet neighborhood to exercise. Is the idea of city-centric residents flocking to the suburbs for more space and reconsidering their priorities for living conditions and neighborhood population/atmosphere occurring?
According to the data, the top 13 largest metros in the U.S. have seen at least a 38% increase in suburban searches from the city-center, with the largest increase being seen in New York and Jacksonville with a 71% increase, followed by San Jose with a 70% increase and San Diego with a 65% increase.
Charlotte has seen the 6th highest change in America, with a 52% increase.
Renters working from home permanently or part-time may be willing to move further from the office. Space becomes less expensive as the distance from dense areas increases creating opportunities for lower rent or additional space for a home office.

Charlotte’s COVID-19 Response Fund Awards Over $4.3 Million to 97 Local Nonprofits

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Charlotte’s COVID-19 Response Fund Awards Over $4.3 Million to 97 Local Nonprofits

More than $4.3 million has been awarded to 97 nonprofits in the fourth round of grants from the COVID-19 Response Fund. To date, more than $14 million has been granted to nonprofits helping those affected by the pandemic with basic needs such as child care, education, housing, food, emergency financial assistance, legal advocacy, health and mental health, and workforce development.

The latest grants were awarded via a competitive grant cycle open to all Mecklenburg County 501(c)3 nonprofits that met eligibility requirements. Since the Charlotte-Mecklenburg COVID-19 Response Fund was launched on March 16, more than $19.4 million has been raised from corporations, foundations, individuals and local government.

Visit uwcentralcarolinas.org/grants/COVID for details on future grant cycles. The COVID-19 Response Fund is administered through a partnership between Foundation For The Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas, in close coordination with the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.

The fourth round of grants from the COVID-19 Response Fund include the following (visit fftc.org/COVID19grants for a full list with project descriptions):

Basic Needs

  • $10,000 to Charlotte Pride
  • $4,560 to Charlotte Village Network
  • $50,000 to CrossRoads Corporation for Affordable Housing and Community Development
  • $25,000 to Lakewood Neighborhood Alliance
  • $10,000 to Liberian Community Association of Greater Charlotte
  • $5,000 to LIFESPAN
  • $5,000 to National Church Residence of Charlotte, NC
  • $20,000 to Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte
  • $50,000 to Renaissance West Community Initiative
  • $50,000 to Rockwell A.M.E. Zion Church

Child Welfare

  • $25,000 to Foster Village Charlotte
  • $50,000 to Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center

Youth/Education/Summer Programs

  • $30,000 to Above and Beyond Students
  • $25,000 to Autism Charlotte
  • $25,000 to Autism Society of North Carolinas
  • $15,000 to B.E.A.M. Foundation
  • $20,000 to Brookstone Schools of Mecklenburg County
  • $15,000 to Carolina Youth Coalition
  • $26,000 to Carolinas Aviation Museum
  • $25,000 to Charlotte Bilingual Preschool
  • $100,000 to Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center
  • $25,000 to Classroom Central
  • $45,000 to Cops & Barbers
  • $10,000 to Digi-Bridge
  • $117,000 to Discovery Place
  • $20,000 to E2D
  • $10,000 to EmpowHERment
  • $10,000 to Gardhouse Limited
  • $5,700 to Gen-One
  • $11,000 to Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council
  • $20,000 to Heart Math Tutoring
  • $20,000 to Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas
  • $10,000 to La Escuelita San Marcos
  • $30,000 to MeckEd
  • $35,000 to ParentChild+
  • $11,535 to Philips Academy of North Carolina
  • $5,000 to Profound Gentlemen
  • $10,000 to Project One Scholarship Fund
  • $20,000 to Project Scientist
  • $10,000 to R. Bruce Irons Camp Fund
  • $15,000 to Restorative Justice CLT
  • $15,000 to S.T.A.R.S. Math & English Academy
  • $15,000 to Sports Biz Cares
  • $20,000 to The Learning Collaborative
  • $200,000 to Salvation Army Charlotte
  • $15,000 to Thrive Global Project
  • $75,000 to United Negro College Fund
  • $500,000 to YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Financial/Rental/Housing Assistance

  • $75,000 to Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
  • $30,000 to Community Link Programs of Traveler Aid Society of Central Carolinas
  • $35,000 to Grameen America
  • $37,500 to Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity
  • $50,000 to Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region

Food Security

  • $20,000 to Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen
  • $5,000 to First United Methodist Church
  • $41,800 to Friendship Trays
  • $50,000 to Historic West End Partners
  • $100,000 to ourBRIDGE for Kids
  • $40,000 to Project BOLT
  • $25,000 to Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center
  • $37,500 to The Bulb
  • $30,400 to Reeder Memorial Missions Place
  • $10,000 to Learning Help Centers of Charlotte
  • $125,000 to World Central Kitchen

Health/Mental Health/Substance Abuse

  • $35,000 to Ada Jenkins Families and Careers Development Center
  • $25,000 to Bridge to Recovery
  • $80,000 to Care Ring
  • $22,000 to HeartBright Foundation
  • $25,000 to HopeWay Foundation
  • $100,000 to MedAssist of Mecklenburg
  • $9,324 to Mental Health America
  • $15,000 to Piedmont Health Services and Sickle Cell Agency
  • $15,000 to Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte
  • $18,325 to Shelter Health Services
  • $16,000 to Teen Health Connection
  • $17,000 to The Relatives
  • $20,000 to Wilson Oasis

Shelter

  • $75,000 to Carolina CARE Partnership
  • $75,000 to Charlotte Family Housing
  • $10,000 to Gracious Hands Transitional Housing
  • $40,000 to Hope Haven
  • $30,000 to The Hope House Foundation
  • $352,859 to Roof Above
  • $13,000 to Samaritan House
  • $50,000 to Socialserve

Workforce Development/Business Support

  • $21,900 to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation
  • $50,000 to City Startup Labs
  • $25,000 to Grace Mar Services
  • $75,000 to North Carolina Institute for Minority Economic Development
  • $50,000 to Prospera North Carolina
  • $55,000 to The ROC Charlotte
  • $50,000 to Urban League of Central Carolinas

Other

  • $11,391 to Apparo
  • $50,000 to Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy
  • $50,000 to Coalicion Latinoamericana
  • $150,000 to Reopening Business Public Awareness Campaign

A COVID-19 Response Fund Grants Committee reviews applications and distributes grants from the fund. The committee is made up of 17 local leaders representing a diversity of business sectors, backgrounds and Mecklenburg County geographic locations.

The grants committee is co-chaired by Tanya Blackmon of Novant Health and Edwin Peacock of Pomfret Financial. Other members include: Charles Bowman, Bank of America; Jordan Boyd, Rockwell AME Zion Church; Heath Campbell, Truist Financial; Alexis Coleman, Davidson United Methodist Church; Betsy Conway, Lowe’s; Dena Diorio, Mecklenburg County; Malcolm Graham, City of Charlotte; Mark Jerrell, Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners; Cliff Matthews, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church; Brian Middleton, Atrium; Michaela Miller, Humana; Dee O’Dell, U.S. Bank; Jill Olmstead, LendingTree; Susan Patterson, community volunteer; Federico Rios, City of Charlotte; Mike Rizer, Ally Financial; and Lisa Saunders, Christ Church Charlotte.

Donations to the COVID-19 Response Fund have ranged from a two-dollar commitment from an anonymous online donor to $1.3 million from Mecklenburg County. Other major gifts include $100,000 each from the Charlotte Hornets Foundation, the Springsteen Foundation, the Philip L. Van Every Foundation, Kim and Johnny Belk, and Alfred and Amy Levine Dawson; $150,000 each from Wells Fargo, Wells Fargo Championship and Sean & Andrea Smith; $200,000 each from Allstate Insurance and Vanguard; $250,000 each from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation, the Weisiger Fleming Family Fund, EY, PwC/The PwC Charitable Foundation, and The Hearst Foundations; $270,000 from BlackArch Partners/The Regions Foundation; $500,000 each from Ally Financial, the Duke Energy Foundation, The Humana Foundation and the John S. & James L. Knight Foundation; and $1 million each from LendingTree, the City of Charlotte, the Howard R. Levine Foundation, Truist Financial Corporation, Bank of America, the David A. Tepper Charitable Foundation, Lowe’s, the C.D. Spangler Foundation/National Gypsum, Coca-Cola Consolidated, the John M. Belk Endowment and Pamlico Capital.

To contribute to the COVID-19 Response Fund, visit HelpCharMeck.org.

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