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GraceWorks Ministries: 2024 Impact Report Highlights This past year has been a remarkable one for GraceWorks Ministries, with significant milestones in our programs that serve our neighbors in need. Thanks to the unwavering support of our donors, volunteers, and community partners, we’ve been able to provide vital resources and assistance to families and individuals facing […]
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My friend recently pointed out “You say ‘seasons’ a lot.” I chuckled at her kind way of suggesting I diversify my language. She wasn’t referring to weather seasons – though I have confessed that the cooler mornings are inspiring my instinct to light my fall candle and add pumpkin spice to my coffee. My friend
My Granddaddy, Carl Whitehouse, was born in a small wooden house across the street from the general store his Dad opened in Kentucky. Carl was a young boy with bright red hair whom I imagined spent his days chit-chatting with his neighbors across a grocery store counter. He loved people. He took that heart for
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Sell By Date vs. Expiration Date: What’s the Difference? When you look at food packaging, you might notice various dates stamped on the labels. Understanding the difference between these dates is crucial to ensuring food safety and quality. – Sell By Date: This date indicates how long a store should display the product for sale.
Alicia Bell is the CEO of GraceWorks Ministries. She first served GraceWorks as Director of Development from 2017 to 2024. She went to Lipscomb University before obtaining her Masters of Public Administration from Indiana University, US News’ #1 program for nonprofit management. Before her time at GraceWorks, Alicia served in Development at Faith Family Medical
You may be wondering – Why is she the new CEO? While I believe it is a stroke of luck and God’s provision, I do have some experience that will help. If you want to know a little more about my background, click HERE for my bio. More importantly, you may be wondering – What
My Heart for GraceWorks. Read More »
Community Invited to Celebrate Breckenridge’s Legacy at Open House Reception on June 27 and participate in Foundations for the Future Fund in her honor. Valencia A. Breckenridge knew the moment she saw the job description for a GraceWorks CEO that it was the place for her. “I remember saying to God this is my job,”
Well y’all, looks like this is it! For decades I have thought about my day of retirement and now here it is/ June 30th is fast approaching. Where did the time go? While cleaning out my desk in preparation for my exit, I came across my very first Annual Report article, written only a few
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GraceWorks’ Neighbor serving Neighbor benefit dinner presented by Gresham Smith and Atmos Energy was on Thursday, May 9th at the Factory of Franklin. Nearly 570 guests filled the main floor and the young professional’s balcony hosted 70 guests. Before the evening began, an intimate champagne toast with event sponsors and table hosts kicked off
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I believe an introduction is in order. In a way, I feel like I know each of you. I have prayed for you. I have praised God for you. I have felt your love for your Neighbors. Thank you. I have grown closer to God because of you. Your generosity and service have proven His
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