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THANKSGIVING: A Special Day for An NOC Working Family

December 3, 2024 By NOC

Thanksgiving was a special day of celebration, appreciation, and gratitude. The Lopez Family, whose 3 children attend NOC’s afterschool program at its New Oaks Learning Center in HHI, was recipient of a delightful Thanksgiving meal provided by the Port Royal Golf Club of HHI. The family expressed their heartfelt thanks to the donors for an enjoyable meal that was extra special on this day of celebration and thanksgiving.

NOC also extends its appreciation to the Port Royal Golf Club for their generous and thoughtful gift to a working family in HHI.

NOC Staff Member Receives Special Recognition

August 14, 2024 By NOC

Flor Guadalupe Mora, who is currently Program Manager at NOC’s Learning Center at Island Lutheran Church in HHI, was honored on August 8, 2024, for her 15 years of outstanding and faithful community service, dedication to children’s education, and support of families in need. Flor is compassionate and cares about children and families in need, often putting in volunteer hours to ensure that people served by NOC receive proper help in a timely manner. She is greatly appreciated by the children and families who participate in NOC’s outreach programs because of her humility and dedication to serving the local community.

Flor is indeed a role model for others involved in community service.

Cheerful Children at NOC’s Learning Center in Beaufort City

June 7, 2024 By NOC

NOC’s winter/spring 2024 academic and enrichment programs ended last week (May 30) at its Learning Centers in Beaufort County, SC. This was a special week for the children at NOC’s Waters at Ribaut Learning Center in downtown Beaufort. The highlight of the week was a special celebration, recognizing student accomplishments and hard work in meeting their academic goals. The children received gift cards for their various achievements, including good attendance. The children were cheerful as they enjoyed snacks and drinks and received praise from their field team.

We were all, including parents and friends, proud of the children and recognized their eagerness to return to NOC’s summer program.

NOC Health Screening Benefits Many Working Families in HHI

May 24, 2024 By NOC

Over 14% of the population in Beaufort County, SC, does not have health insurance or easy access to affordable health care. Over the past 17 years, NOC has worked closely with its highly committed health service partners (Beaufort Memorial Hospital, DHEC, VIM in HHI and in Bluffton, Lions Club, BC Alcohol & Drug Abuse Dept., and Gullah Nurses in Beaufort) to implement neighborhood health screenings in Beaufort County. These important health screenings include vision, hearing, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, HIVAIDS, syphilis, and dental hygiene. Individuals also receive vital information on drug and alcohol abuse, mental health, and health and wellness.

On May 16, NOC and its partners offered a health screening at NOC’s New Oaks Learning Center, which is easily accessible to working families. To accommodate more working individuals, NOC’s health screening was offered from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The weather was delightful; the turnout was excellent; and the atmosphere was cheerful as people mingled and waited patiently for various screenings.

NOC thanks its partners, volunteers, and its staff and participating Board members.

A Gratifying Day with NOC Children

April 17, 2024 By NOC

For my recent birthday, I opted for a quiet, peaceful day of reflection and connecting with people we serve locally. This decision proved to be an excellent choice and a wonderful day to remember fondly.

Clearly, the highlight of the day was spending time with the Pre-K and Kindergarten children attending NOC’s afterschool and enrichment program at the New Oaks Learning Center in HHI. I read a story to these children and engaged them in discussions. They were excited and eager to share their views and experiences. They were cheerful and happy, and there was much laughter in the room. It was indeed a joyous experience.

On reflection, children are our future. Investing in them by creating opportunities and pathways for progress is investing in our future.

Narendra Sharma

Founder & Chair, NOC