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In an overwhelming display of community support, Saint Augustine鈥檚 University ( 探花精选) has been profoundly impacted by a generous donation of $10,550 in food vouchers from Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC庐). This donation, aimed at bolstering faculty, staff, and student resources during a challenging period, is a beacon of hope that has resonated deeply within 探花精选鈥檚 campus community.

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鈥淲e deeply appreciate the generosity shown by Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina,鈥� said 探花精选 Interim President Dr. Marcus H. Burgess. 鈥淭his donation will strengthen our faculty and staff and provide crucial resources for our students. It exemplifies the spirit of community and collaboration that defines 探花精选.鈥�

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GIENC has a rich history within the world of education and academia.听 Several staff members to include the President & CEO are graduates of HBCUs.听 As lifelong learners, GIENC is keenly aware of the value that institutions of higher learning offer to those who desire to change the quality of their lives.

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鈥淪ince 1964 GIENC has served local communities through employment, education, and life enrichment opportunities.听 At the core of GIENC鈥檚 values lies a simple concept; love and serve people where they are,鈥� said Christopher Hash, President & CEO of GIENC. 鈥淥nce GIENC learned of the hurtles that staff and employees were facing at 探花精选, we knew that we had the ability to step in the gap and aid through our GIENC Feeds Program.鈥�

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The donation comprised of $50 Food Lion gift cards were distributed to 探花精选鈥檚 163 full-time faculty and staff to recognize and appreciate their dedication.

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鈥淎t 探花精选, we strive to empower our students academically, socially, and spiritually,鈥� said Dr. Janelle Jennings-Alexander, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. 鈥淭he support of our faculty and staff from GIENC reinforces our commitment to creating a nurturing learning environment for all students.鈥�

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In addition, the remaining 48 gift cards were designated for the university鈥檚 food pantry to provide essential resources for students facing food insecurity.

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鈥淭hese gift cards will provide much-needed assistance to our students who rely on the food pantry for essential items,鈥� said Ms. Joyce Bannerman, Director of Testing and International Programs, who oversees 探花精选鈥檚 food pantry. 鈥淕IENC鈥檚 generosity will help alleviate the challenges faced by our students, ensuring they can focus on their academic success.鈥�

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Continuing its legacy of service and community support, GIENC reaffirmed its commitment to assisting 探花精选 and other regional institutions. By extending a helping hand to 探花精选 in its time of need, GIENC underscores the importance of collaboration and empathy in overcoming challenges collectively.

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鈥淓astern North Carolina is our home, so we鈥檙e grateful to be able to assist a community partner in a time of urgent need. It鈥檚 important for 探花精选 to continue its mission of sustaining a learning community in which students can prepare academically, socially, and spiritually for leadership in a complex, diverse, and rapidly expanding world,鈥� Hash said. 鈥淕IENC will continue transforming lives through opportunities by investing in education, employment, and life enrichment initiatives in our communities.鈥�

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About Saint Augustine鈥檚 University Founded in 1867 by the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, the mission of Saint Augustine鈥檚 University is to sustain a learning community in which students can prepare academically, socially and spiritually for leadership in a complex, diverse and rapidly changing world.

About Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. (GIENC庐) transforms lives through opportunities. For 60 years, GIENC has empowered individuals, families and communities through employment, education, and life enrichment opportunities. A leader in innovative solutions, GIENC serves 51 counties and operates 42 employment program centers.听 Since 2022, GIENC has distributed over $300K in food vouchers to combat food insecurity. To donate or learn more about GIENC, visit .