The impact continues…join us for year 38!

 

38 years of Giving…

It all begins with a single fundraising luncheon each December.

An annual tradition of Good Friends and guests, each year, Good Friends Charlotte holds a festive fundraising luncheon where true stories of how just a few dollars make a big difference to people in our community are shared. In just one lunch hour, the impact provided by Good Friends and guest donations lasts a lifetime.

37

Annual Luncheons

$6.2 million

Raised since 1987

5,000+

People assisted each year

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Become a Good Friend

Want to make a difference? Attend our Gather & Give Fundraiser.

 

91: The average number of grant requests Good Friends
receives daily!

 
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How To Give

Whatever it is, no matter how big or small, your donation can make all the difference.

Give
 

Below $25.10/hr is the poverty wage for a 4 person family.

 
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How To Get Help

Know someone that needs help?
Read more about how to apply for aid.

Help
 

$300: The assistance given to most approved requests.

 

Make a donation.

Changing the Community one Gift at a time.

On Dec. 8, 1987, Good Friends held its very first event at Christ Episcopal Church with a goal of raising $16,000. With the incredible support of 400 women, we not only met their goal but doubled it — raising $32,000 and setting the foundation
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