The Joel Fund

?Join us on Wednesday, November 20, at 8:30 AM for our monthly Hybrid Veterans Coffee Connection. You are welcome to participate virtually via Zoom or in-person at The Joel Fund Community Room! ??Please let us know how you will be joining us by registering at https://lnkd.in/d4wPgrQ For those coming in-person, coffee and breakfast will be served at 8 AM!

It was an honor to attend the Annual NC-02 Congressional Veterans Briefing last Thursday, and hear from Congresswoman Deborah Ross and representatives from the VA. Thank you for your support of The Joel Fund and NC Veterans!

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the My Carolina team to share about the upcoming NC Veteran Art Show. Thank you CBS 17 for having us! The gallery opens tomorrow at the Durham Bottling Co at 1pm! We'll see you there??

??Join us this weekend for the NC Veteran Art Show from Thursday, Nov 14th – Sunday, Nov 17th. ??The Joel Fund and Heart2Hand Veteran artist Lt. Colonel (retired), Bernardine Donato, are excited to host the four-day art exhibit in partnership with @durhamartguild at the Durham Bottling Co in Downtown Durham. ??This family-friendly art show will showcase original pieces created by North Carolina Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, and of all backgrounds, art levels, and branches of service. ??For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/ggFTURCv This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

??A HUGE thank you to Herbert Akins Rd Middle School for generously raising money for The Joel Fund. Students sold and bought American Flags, raising $752.64!

“America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” - Harry Truman Today and every day, we honor the sacrifice of all who have served and are currently serving in the US Armed Forces. #VeteransDay

We’re proud to collaborate with Stop Soldier Suicide, The Joel Fund and other dedicated partners on the Lock. Call. Live. campaign—a crucial initiative to address and prevent firearm-related suicides among veterans and others in our communities. Meet Michael, a survivor whose powerful story is at the heart of this campaign. Please consider sharing our resources and PSA's found on our toolkit with your networks to help us spread the word #LockCallLive. For resources and more information ?? wake.gov/lock-call-live

??Picture Perfect!?? Fall Session 2 classes are almost over! Beginning photography students have been gaining hands-on experiences with their cameras and practicing new techniques.

??Countdown to Evening of Honor: 3 days!?? ?Join us on November 9th, in honor of Veteran’s Day, as we celebrate the growth and future of The Joel Fund, and raise funds to further serve Veterans in our community. ?Support a great cause while having a night filled with delicious food, drinks, live music, raffle, and live and silent auctions! ???Tickets are now available at https://lnkd.in/eez3z6jG This event is presented by American Century Investments and Virginia Sterling & Co.

We are thrilled to announce the formation of our inaugural?Junior?Board. A?junior?board?brings together emerging leaders to support the organization’s mission by advocating for its cause, helping with event planning, and contributing to fundraising efforts. Members also engage in community outreach, recruiting new volunteers and donors, and develop their skills through hands-on experience and mentorship. This role not only supports The Joel Fund, but also helps young individuals build leadership and governance skills for their future. Junior?Board?Application: https://lnkd.in/e8jJeW6u