Raleigh Dream Center

Happy Thanksgiving from the Raleigh Dream Center to you & your family! ?? We are thankful to be a part of such a loving community, rejoicing in all the Lord has done, will do, & is doing!

As we look towards Thanksgiving, we are filled with GRATITUDE. ? ? We pause to appreciate God's blessings, as He continues to provide ample support, equipping us to serve neighbors across NC. From meals to provisions for the weeks ahead, to heating, clean water, clothing, and volunteers -- God is faithful. ? ? May we not take His blessings for gratitude, and continue being generous for His glory as we enjoy the Holiday Season.

This month, we were honored to celebrate the three new Dream Center Discipleship Graduates: Jeremain, Jesse, and Raymond. Matthew 19:26 reads, " Jesus looked at them and said, “This cannot be done by men. But with God, all things can be done.” These graduates shared how Jesus rewrote their stories, giving them the strength to overcome their battles. Join us in continued prayer as these three gentlemen walk into life, anew in Christ! . . . . . . . If you or anyone you know is struggling with an active addiction, please visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dsmaMDg? Freedom is possible.

Pass the Joy Across North Carolina! This Christmas, we are seeking to bless 2,500+ families with Christmas toys and special Holiday food items. Every ounce of donated food allows us to continue serving communities within the Triangle and Western NC. Yesterday, we received 477.7 pounds of food from the Franklin Academy Middle School Band! We are so moved by their generosity and pray that it will encourage you to #PassTheJoy. From now till December 10th, we are looking for groups to host food and toy drives to help meet the need. If you are interested in donating non-perishable food or a new unwrapped $12 toy, please visit our website! https://lnkd.in/enP7dq_Y

Giving Tuesday is in two weeks! This Giving Tuesday, partner with us to raise $40,000 to purchase a minivan specifically for the needs of our Anti-Trafficking Ministry. North Carolina is ranked #9 in the nation for human trafficking, of those rescued, only %1 of human trafficking survivors are identified. Of the few who receive care, 80% of survivors end up being re-victimized if they do not have a safe place to go. ??One minivan will take the %1 of survivors to a safe place to go. This one minivan will transport sex trafficking survivors to our safe home, providing safety and a sense of normalcy. The minivan will be used for meeting daily needs and equipping the women with the necessary trusted security for attending vital appointments. By giving a gift today, you are directly supporting women who are exiting their sex trafficking situation and helping to bring safety, stabilization, and HOPE! Give transportation from darkness to light by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/eXAzE5WW

PRAISE REPORT ?? A huge thank you to Raleigh Specific Chiropractic and Franklin Academy Middle School for collectively donating 5,219 pounds of food! ??? 4,349 meals will be going out into our communities!! Raleigh Specific Chiropractic brought in 1,664 pounds AND Franklin Academy Middle School collected an additional 3,555 pounds! We hope that you will be encouraged by this incredible blessing. Want to host a food drive for Pass The Joy? Click here: https://lnkd.in/enP7dq_Y

For just $12 or less, Pass The Joy to a child this Christmas! Toys are accepted physically and by donating with the gifted toys in mind. Toy Ideas for under $12... ?? Baby Toys ??Tool Koits ?? Dolls ?? Action Figures ??Sports Balls ?? Accessory Kits Your gift WILL bring joy to families across the Raleigh Triangle and throughout Western NC! DETAILS | We are accepting, new unwrapped toys for children under twelve, valued at $12 or less. From now, through December 10th, all donations can be dropped off, every weekday during regular business hours. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/enP7dq_Y

Thank you #TeamTruist for partnering in our disaster relief efforts for the Asheville Dream Center! ????? ? Upon their arrival at the Asheville Dream Center, Truist shared...? "Kevin and Jonathan were so welcoming and kind! They explained the day's unique circumstances and breakdown. They also shared the heart of Asheville Dream Center. It just so happened that the day before our arrival, a woman called in a panic. She shared with them that her family had nothing left. She even had a child still in diapers, and they desperately needed help. Witnessing the raw emotion and God-willing heart behind this organization was nothing short of beautiful. This was in addition to the hurricane relief efforts!"? ?? The Truist Team dove right in, climbing over boxes, making sections and isles, breaking down, and cleaning up the warehouse space. They unboxed non-perishable donations for the unreached areas Asevlle Dream Center is desperately trying to aid.? ?? The Truist Team said, "We left knowing that wonderful organizations are helping Western NC communities; not just tangibly and physically, but spiritually as well."? ?? Thank you so much again to the Truist Team, and Asheville Dream Center, for continuing to fill the need!!? ? Please consider donating to our Disaster Relief Campaign to continue supporting, equipping, and sending, at - https://lnkd.in/em9rHQXP

"I started serving because I wanted to say 'YES' to Jesus and my community," said Traicy Mitchell, a dedicated volunteer for over 3 years. She continued, "Raleigh Dream Center has helped me so much in my spiritual walk with Jesus. I've learned how to pray with and for others. The thought used to terrify me! I didn't feel worthy or righteous enough to do something so big. These moments I hold near and dear to my heart. Serving and witnessing other believers in this way has allowed me to grow in my relationship with Christ. This is what comes from saying, 'YES.'" We invite you to visit our website to see how your "yes" can change lives... https://lnkd.in/e38ZkmM

Thank you Envestnet for volunteering at the Hub this past Friday!! They stepped up to volunteer in TWO areas of our consistent outreach! The team started their morning by serving at our weekly Mobile Food Pantry. They also served in our Warehouse, by organizing pertinent goods in preparation for last Saturday's Adopt-A-Block! Breaking down recyclables and connecting with folks, reminds us that even the grunt work matters! . . . #dowhatyoucameheretodo . . . . #raleigh #raleighnc #mooresquareraleigh #streetoutreach #wakecounty #wakecountync #gospel #christlove #spreadlove #spreadpositivity #jesus