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Mandatory Board Training

Thursday, January 12, 2023
4:00 pm6:30 pm
Caffe Luna, Raleigh

Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 21, 2023
12:00 pm1:30 pm

Informal Board Meeting

Thursday, March 9, 2023
6:00 pm7:30 pm
Cantina 18, 433 Daniels Street, Raleigh

A Night for BEGINNINGS

Thursday, March 30, 2023
6:00 pm10:00 pm
Dinner, drinks, live/silent auctions & dancing to support our statewide work with families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing
Contact Info
Ellen Fort
919-715-4092
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Board Meeting

Tuesday, April 18, 2023
12:00 pm1:30 pm

Executive Committee Meeting

Wednesday, May 17, 2023
10:00 am12:00 pm

Wilmington Meet 'n' Greet

Thursday, May 18, 2023
5:00 pm8:00 pm
Front Street Brewery Wilmington, NC

Join us for a free Meet 'n' Greet to learn more about BEGINNINGS and our work with families in eastern N.C.

Contact Info
Ellen Fort
919-715-4092
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Wilmington BEGINNINGS Family Day

Saturday, May 20, 2023
9:30 am3:30 pm

Join us for a special Family Day hosted by BEGINNINGS for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Free,

Contact Info
BEGINNINGS
9197154092

Board Meeting

Tuesday, June 20, 2023
12:00 pm1:30 pm

Triad Meet 'n' Greet

Thursday, August 24, 2023
5:30 pm8:00 pm

Join us at this FREE Meet 'n' Greet for the Piedmont Triad area! Free appetizers and the first two beverages are on us. Learn more about BEGINNINGS' work with families in the area whose children are dealing with hearing loss while networking with others in the area as well as our staff. Please RSVP so we have an idea of the headcount!

Contact Info
Ellen Fort
919-715-4092

Family Workshop Day - Piedmont Triad

Saturday, August 26, 2023
9:30 am3:30 pm
3906 W. Friendly Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27410
US
Triad Family Workshop Aug. 26 2023
Contact Info
Mary Beth Sholar

Family Workshop Day - Charlotte Area

Saturday, September 30, 2023
9:30 am3:30 pm
BEGINNINGS Family Workshop

Join us for a free Family Workshop hosted by BEGINNINGS for Parents of Children Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Parents and caregivers will hear from experts on children's rights and advocacy, while the children make new friends, do arts and crafts and enjoy time on the playground. BEGINNINGS will provide childcare, snacks, beverages and lunch for all.

Contact Info
Mary Beth Sholar
910-271-2802
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2023 Walk4 Hearing

Sunday, October 8, 2023
10:30 am2:00 pm
Walk4Hearing-Team BEGINNINGS 2023

BEGINNINGS invites you to join the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Walk4Hearing on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at the Wake Med Soccer Park in Cary. This event raises awareness and funds for hearing loss.

The Walk4Hearing is an opportunity to meet others and connect with hearing care professionals and nonprofit partners committed to helping every child with hearing loss thrive. Come with your family and friends to join our BEGINNINGS team to raise funds for hearing health and show support.

Registration opens at 10:30 a.m. The Walk begins at 12:15 p.m. (5K/3.1 miles)

Contact Info
Wilma Rivera
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Annual BBQ-Oyster Roast Fundraiser

Friday, November 17, 2023
5:00 pm9:00 pm
4824 Yadkin Drive
Raleigh, NC 27609
US

Join Us for Our 5th Annual Oyster Roast & BBQ Benefiting BEGINNINGS!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our 5th Annual Oyster Roast & BBQ, a deliciously fun event dedicated to supporting BEGINNINGS. Come enjoy a fantastic afternoon filled with mouthwatering oysters, BBQ, and great company—all while supporting a worthy cause!

Date: Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time:3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: North Hills Club, 4824 Yadkin Drive, Raleigh, 27609

All proceeds from this event will go towards our mission of providing vital resources and support to families of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing across the state of North Carolina. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and have a blast!

Let’s come together for a fantastic afternoon of food, fun, and philanthropy. See you there!

Contact Info
Ellen Fort
9197154092

Our Impact 2023-2024

  • Total Families Served

    1,324

  • Home Visits Provided

    880

  • School Meetings Supported

    378

  • NC Counties Served

    89

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