My little girl went through a few years where using her voice took a lot of bravery. It wasn’t natural for her, and she needed encouragement to speak up for herself. You better believe that every time she uttered the softest word my chest would swell with pride! I’d give her a big hug and […]
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Anna* is a single mom who works two jobs. Every day, she leaves her house at 6:30 a.m. and doesn’t get home until after 8:30 p.m. Despite all the hours she puts in, she cannot keep up with the cost of living. In her darker moments, Anna feels defeated. She’s doing everything she can but
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26th Annual Charity Run Draws 4,737 Participants to Support Williamson County Families in Need FRANKLIN, TN – GraceWorks Ministries’ 26th Annual Turkey Trot shattered expectations on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, with 4,737 participants gathering at Meridian Cool Springs for the beloved charity run. The event raised record-breaking funds for GraceWorks’ programs providing food, shelter
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Today a single grandmother stopped by our Food Pantry to ask for some help. She asked me, “What do I need to qualify for your Food Pantry? I just need some basic food items to get by this month. I don’t qualify for food stamps, but it’s still hard for me to cover everything. I
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The Epic Agency is partnering with GraceWorks Thrift Store for a pop-up event! They’re going to stock our store with “fresh and fabulous finds” from local influencers and creators. Shoppers can expect amazing clothing, furniture, and home decor. You don’t want to miss this! What: The Influencers Closet – Pop-Up Shopping Event When: November 13,
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How SNAP Recipients Can Get Help from GraceWorks ***Williamson County Residents Only*** Williamson County residents receiving SNAP benefits in 2025 are warmly invited to shop at the GraceWorks Food Pantry from 9 am–3 pm, Monday–Friday, no appointment needed! When you come to shop at the GraceWorks Food Pantry, please bring: Your SNAP Benefit Awards Letter
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Last week, we received a letter from a neighbor who thanked us for helping her and donated to help other neighbors in need. Here’s what she wrote: Hi There, For several months, GraceWorks has helped me when I was unemployed/underemployed. I cannot express how much I appreciate all of your help! I feel so blessed!
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The Current Situation Here’s a quick overview of what our community is facing: Effective Nov. 1, SNAP benefits expire for Tennessee residents. Tennessee will NOT use state funds to cover the gap. That means 700,000 residents, 3,300 in Williamson County, are losing access to their main source of food. At GraceWorks, we’re preparing for a
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Whenever I watch an elite musician or an athlete, I often contemplate the level of dedication to their craft—the discipline, the commitment, the grit it took to perform at their level is always inspiring. But I confess, I also attribute their success to a good deck. They were dealt a hand that predisposed them to
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Recently we had the pleasure of meeting a widow named Mrs. Jeanie* who came to GraceWorks for groceries on her 84th birthday. Our volunteers were eager to make her feel celebrated on her special day: “Happy Birthday, Mrs. Jeanie! What’s your favorite cake flavor? What about your favorite flower?” She was excited to say, “Chocolate,
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