Navigation Since 1977, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been making a difference in Forsyth County, and I have been right there with them since 1982, when as a young law student at Wake Forest, I decided to become a Big Brother. I had no idea what an impact it would leave on me! Big Brothers Big Sisters […]
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Spotlight With David Daggett: YMCA of NWNC
This past December I emceed the Mistletoe Run, the largest running race in our area. This fantastic race, which I have been involved in for over 30 years, is a fundraiser for the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina. This event helps to fight childhood obesity. All proceeds from this race support YMCA programs that are […]
Spotlight With David Daggett: How to Help Fight Hunger
Year after year, I am amazed that one in five adults right here in Northwest North Carolina experiences hunger. One in five children are hungry in our community. Seniors on fixed incomes are often forced to choose between buying enough food and covering their medical expenses. And though these statistics are stark, they only show […]
Spotlight With David Daggett: The We Care Run
It is hard to believe, but the Triad has some of the highest levels of food insecurity in the country. I suppose we all hear the news, but there is a group here in town that does a lot more than hear – they do something about it! This is the fifth year of the […]
Spotlight With David Daggett: The 2021 Backpack Program
It’s back-to-school time! The start of the school year is very influential for our young people. Research shows that a positive start can change a life forever. I know we were all hoping for a totally normal start to the school year, but as we all know, we need to make the best of the […]