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Golf Fore GraceWorks Returns for 18th Year of Community, Competition, and Giving

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FRANKLIN, TN – On Monday, August 10, 2026, GraceWorks Ministries hosted its 18th Annual Golf Fore GraceWorks Tournament. The event took place at Brentwood Country Club, where 144 golfers gathered to celebrate and raise funds for GraceWorks’ mission of providing food, shelter and support services to vulnerable residents in Williamson County and Middle Tennessee. Winners […]

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GraceWorks Turkey Trot Sets New Record With Nearly 4,800 Runners

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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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GraceWorks Ministries Federal Funding Update

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A Message from Alicia Bell, CEO, and Rodney Chester, Board Chairman, GraceWorks Ministries At GraceWorks, our mission has always been to provide hope, help, and nourishment to our Neighbors in need—no matter their circumstances. As federal funding and compliance requirements undergo review, we want to reassure our community that we remain unwavering in our commitment

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GraceWorks Turkey Trot: A Record-Breaking 25th Anniversary Celebration

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GraceWorks Turkey Trot: A Record-Breaking 25th Anniversary Celebration Thanksgiving morning dawned with chilly temperatures and rain predictions, but that didn’t deter a record 4,230 participants from coming together for the 25th Annual GraceWorks Turkey Trot. This milestone event shattered last year’s attendance by over 1,000 participants, showcasing the community’s unwavering support for GraceWorks’ mission to

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Celebrating 25 Years of the Turkey Trot Benefiting GraceWorks

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For immediate release Contact: Melissa Holland, mholland@graceworkstn.org It’s time to dust off those running/walking shoes and start training for the annual Turkey Trot benefiting GraceWorks Ministries to help struggling families. Jackson National Life Insurance Company ® (Jackson®) and Atmos Energy are co-presenting sponsors of the25th anniversary of the Thanksgiving morning 5K/10K run/wak and Kids Turkey

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GraceWorks Impact Report 2023/2024

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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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GraceWorks Ministries CEO Valencia A. Breckenridge Announces Retirement After Eight Years of Transformative Leadership

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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,”

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