Achievers & Accolades

Fayetteville PWC awarded two United Way Spirit of North Carolina Awards

By Staff Report, posted 2 years ago
Fayetteville PWC representatives and Communications/Community Relations Officer, Carolyn Justice – Hinson (center right) pictured with their awards. Photo provided by: United Way of Cumberland County.

United Way of Cumberland County announced on March 22 that Fayetteville PWC has been

awarded the 2022 Spirit of North Carolina for building momentum and sustainability through engaged leadership and employees. 

According to a press release from United Way of Cumberland County, Fayetteville PWC has modeled a dedication to community service through their fundraising, volunteer, and advocacy efforts. This is the 17th year in a row they have received an award for their outstanding dedication to United Way and the community. 

Their Communications/Community Relations Officer, Carolyn Justice – Hinson, also won the United Way Community Ambassador award for all the hard work she has dedicated to helping spread United Way’s name and mission within her organization and into the community. She currently serves on the board and chaired their Over the Edge fundraiser which was held on March 11 th. This is the first year this award has been presented.

According to the release, United Way of North Carolina’s annual Spirit of North Carolina Award celebrates organizations and individuals for their exemplary partnership demonstrated through fundraising and volunteer efforts, outstanding leadership, and creative team building. Additionally, organizations focusing on DEI values and individuals who are champions of United Way were also celebrated. United Way of North Carolina recognized 74 winners representing 17 local United Ways at three regional events.

“The Spirit of North Carolina Awards shine a light on our incredible partners, who are supporting United Way’s work and helping us achieve our goals,” said Director of Resource Development for United Way of Cumberland County Melissa Reid, in a press release.  “Congratulations to all the winners who have collectively made a huge impact in the lives of our neighbors across the state.”

Fayetteville PWC and Carolyn Justice - Hinson were recognized for keeping the spirit of United Way within their organization all year long and not just as campaign time. According to the release, they run the most successful workplace campaign in the county, they volunteer throughout the year, donate water to events, etc.

This year, they even held a meal packing event as their United Way kickoff where they packed 35,000 meal packets which went to local families.

“We are honored to have Fayetteville PWC and Carolyn Justice – Hinson as key stakeholders for a shared future where every North Carolinian thrives and reaches their full potential,” said Amy Navejas, executive director for United Way of Cumberland County in a press release.

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