Charity

Every time our region suffers a fire, hurricane or other disaster, the Red Cross is on the way. This year the Cape Fear chapter celebrates a milestone: its one-hundredth anniversary. From disaster relief, to blood donations, the local chapter has left its mark. Full story...

Last week we told you about a group of fifth graders in Southport: a thief took the money the class had saved and admission tickets for a trip to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens. School administrators say our coverage of the theft led to an outpouring of support from the community and beyond. Full story...

Before the summer rush to the beach...some local groups want you to help clean it up. Full story...

Windell Daniels was involved in many community organizations over the years. Most recently he served as co-chair of the ten-year plan to end chronic homelessness. Full story...

Not many people have what it takes to give back to those in need every day. But one Wilmington man does and is now a local celebrity. Full story...

Some underprivileged children around the world in India will be getting lots of new reading material thanks to students from Pine Valley Elementary. Full story...

Every year Sudden Infant Death Syndrome claims the lives of more than 2,000 children. One local family is trying to spread awareness. Full story...

Victims of domestic violence are getting help in healing from cosmetic dentists. Full story...

The March of dimes is a non-profit organization that has spent the last 70 years trying to protect the health of babies. The group has made a big impact on the lives of two little girls here in Wilmington. Full story...

Cancer kills more children in the US than any other illness. So Saturday people across our area and the country will raise awareness and money for childhood cancer research by shaving their heads as part of St. Baldrick's Day. Full story...