In May, the Golden LEAF Foundation welcomed Ethan Lewis as Scholarship Program Associate. “We are excited for Ethan to join the team to help carry out the mission of Golden LEAF,” said Scott T. Hamilton, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer. “He brings a strong skill set that will complement our team of dedicated professionals.” In his role, Lewis supports the Golden LEAF Scholarship Program through digital content management, scholar outreach, and operations, which strengthen participation in scholarship initiatives. He works closely with the Scholarship Program and External Affairs staff on event logistics, digital platform management, and research. Before joining Golden LEAF, Lewis served as the Graduate Assistant for the Office of Advancement at North Carolina Wesleyan University. He has also held leadership roles in a variety of student organizations while at East Carolina University. A native of Pitt County, Lewis holds a master’s degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Practitioner Studies from North Carolina Wesleyan University, a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from East Carolina University, and an associates degree from Pitt Community College. Lewis lives in Farmville with his wife, Aubrey. The post Golden LEAF welcomes Scholarship Program Associate appeared first on Golden LEAF Foundation.

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Golden LEAF Announces 2026 Scholarship Awards to 215 Rural NC Students

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C., (June 8, 2026) – Today, the Golden LEAF Foundation announced that 215 rural North Carolina students were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship. High school seniors entering college as first year students are eligible for a $3,500 scholarship each year for up to four years of undergraduate study at a participating four-year North Carolina college or university. Community college transfer students are eligible for $3,500 a year for up to three years of undergraduate study. The Golden LEAF Scholarship program prioritizes students who demonstrate clear career goals and a commitment to returning to rural North Carolina communities after graduation. In alignment with the Foundation’s mission, the scholarship also honors the state’s agricultural heritage by supporting students with personal or family ties to North Carolina’s tobacco industry. This focus recognizes the historical and economic significance of tobacco growing, production, and processing to the families and rural communities that Golden LEAF serves. Scholarship recipients may also participate in the Golden LEAF Rural Internship Initiative, which provides Golden LEAF Scholars with professional work experience related to their career field in a rural North Carolina community. The Golden LEAF Foundation provides funding to pay interns up to $18 per hour for up to 400 hours of work. Internships take place between May and August. The Golden LEAF Foundation established the Golden LEAF Scholarship Program to broaden educational opportunities and provide support to students from rural counties with the goal that recipients will return and contribute to rural communities after graduation. Since establishing the scholarship program in 2000, Golden LEAF has provided more than 6,300 scholarships to help North Carolinians attend participating public or private colleges and universities in North Carolina. Currently, there are 645 Golden LEAF Scholars attending a North Carolina four-year college or university. The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) administers the program and selects students for awards. “We are proud to award scholarships to hardworking students with deep roots in their communities,” said Scott T. Hamilton, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer. “Chosen from more than 1,400 applicants, these students represent the future of rural North Carolina. We look forward to their accomplishments as they continue their education and become North Carolina’s next generation of leaders.” The newly selected 2026 Golden LEAF Scholarship recipients are listed below by county: AlexanderClevelandHydePersonTransylvaniaAlleghanyColumbusJacksonPittTyrrellAnsonCumberlandJohnstonRandolphVanceAsheDuplinJonesRichmondWarrenBertieEdgecombeLenoirRobesonWashingtonBladenFranklinMaconRockinghamWataugaBurkeGrahamMartinRowanWayneCaldwellGranvilleMcDowellRutherfordWilkesCatawbaHalifaxMitchellSampsonWilsonCherokeeHarnettNashScotlandYadkinChowanHerfordNorthamptonSurryYanceyClayHokePasquotankSwain About Golden LEAF FoundationThe Golden LEAF Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 1999 to receive a portion of North Carolina’s funding from the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement with cigarette manufacturers. Golden LEAF has worked to increase economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural and tobacco-dependent communities through leadership in grantmaking, collaboration, innovation, and stewardship as an independent and perpetual foundation. For more than 25 years, the Foundation has provided lasting impact to tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and rural areas of the state. In fiscal year 2025, Golden LEAF helped create 1,665 jobs, more than $116 million in new payrolls, and more than 4,722 workers trained or retrained for higher wages. For more information about Golden LEAF and our programs, please visit our website at GoldenLEAF.org. About North Carolina State Education Assistance AuthorityThe North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) administers the Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities Scholarship on behalf of the Golden LEAF Foundation. Established in 1965, NCSEAA is the State agency that promotes access to higher education by administering financial aid and savings programs, informing students and families about paying for college, teaching educators about financial aid administration and advocating for resources to support students. ### ContactJenny TinklepaughCommunications [email protected] The post Golden LEAF Announces 2026 Golden LEAF Scholarship Recipients appeared first on Golden LEAF Foundation.

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Golden LEAF Awards $14,000 Scholarships to 215 Rural NC Students

By Kaitlyn Parker, External Affairs Intern Recently, the Golden LEAF Foundation announced that 215 students from 59 rural North Carolina counties were selected to receive up to $14,000 from the Golden LEAF Scholarship Program. The scholarship provides high school seniors entering a four-year North Carolina college or university with $3,500 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study. Community college transfer students are eligible for $3,500 a year for three years of undergraduate study. The Golden LEAF Foundation created the Golden LEAF Scholarship Program to expand educational opportunities and provide support to students from rural counties with the intent that recipients return to serve and strengthen their rural communities following graduation. The program is administered by The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) and selects students for awards. “We are proud to award scholarships to hardworking students with deep roots in their communities,” said Scott T. Hamilton, Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer. “Chosen from more than 1,400 applicants, these students represent the future of rural North Carolina. We look forward to their accomplishments as they continue their education and become North Carolina’s next generation of rural leaders.” The Golden LEAF Scholarship program prioritizes students who demonstrate clear career goals and a commitment to returning to rural North Carolina communities after graduation. In alignment with the Foundation’s mission, the scholarship also honors the state’s agricultural heritage by supporting students with personal or family ties to North Carolina’s tobacco industry. This focus recognizes the historical and economic significance of tobacco growing, production, and processing to the families and rural communities that Golden LEAF serves. Among this year’s recipients is Maxie Claire Canipe of Cleveland County, who plans to study Health Sciences at Gardner-Webb University to become an occupational therapist. She is a graduate of Crest High School. “I am excited to receive the Golden LEAF Scholarship because I know it will open up opportunities for my future,” said Canipe. “I have worked so hard over the past four years, and receiving this scholarship validates my determination to succeed while motivating me to continue working hard throughout college. This scholarship will not only help me attend college debt-free, but it will also allow me to focus more on my academic and future career goals of becoming an occupational therapist.” James Wayne of Jones County is a graduate of Jones Senior High School. He plans to study Agriculture at the University of Mount Olive. “I am excited to receive the Golden LEAF Scholarship because it will help me continue my education and work toward my future goals,” said Wayne. “This scholarship will ease the financial burden on my family and allow me to focus more on my studies and personal growth. It also motivates me to give back to my community and make a positive impact, especially in rural areas. I am grateful for this opportunity and committed to using it to build a better future for myself and others.” Victor Beltran of Randolph County, who plans to study Business at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, is doing so to recognize his father’s hard work. He is a graduate of East Randolph High School. “I am so excited to receive the Golden LEAF scholarship because it recognizes not only my hard work but also my father’s,” said Beltran. “Thanks to his sacrifices and long days in the tobacco fields, I am now able to attend a four-year university, and this scholarship makes my college goals even more achievable. This scholarship not only reduces the financial burden on my family, but it also motivates me to keep working at 100% toward my future career. It means a lot to know that others believe in my potential, and I am so so so grateful for the opportunity to continue my education and give back to my community.” Recipients of the scholarship may also apply for the Golden LEAF Rural Internship Initiative. The Rural Internship Initiative provides Golden LEAF Scholars with professional work experience related to their career field in a qualifying rural North Carolina community. The Golden LEAF Foundation provides funding to pay interns up to $18 per hour for up to 400 hours of work. Internships take place between May and August. Beyond easing the financial burden of college, The Golden LEAF Scholarship program empowers students committed to returning home to live and work by cultivating the next generation of rural leaders. Through investing in students with strong connections to their rural roots, the program strengthens the long-term vitality and resilience of North Carolina. Learn more about the Golden LEAF Scholarship Program by clicking here and read about the individual recipients by county by clicking here. The post Golden LEAF announces 215 students from 59 rural North Carolina counties were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship appeared first on Golden LEAF Foundation.

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"The Genesee County Board of Commissioners, Metropolitan Planning Commission, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are proud to offer a deferred payment loan program for home repairs! Repairs are based on HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards and ensure that homes are sage and sanitary. 2025 Flyer linked here"

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" DONATE Menu Home About About Cadenza Concert Series William C. Byrd Young Artist Competition Membership Becoming a Member Performing Member Information St. Cecilia Student Musicale St. Cecilia Student Musicale Student Music Awards SCSM Meeting Schedule Contact Contact Us Directions Donations 2026-2027 Concert Series The St. Cecilia Society is proud to sponsor one of Flint’s most high profile and popular monthly concert series. The Performing Members of SCS include many of the most talented musicians in the Flint area. We arrive at 1 pm and have receptions following our regular monthly programs, with the exception of the May program, which follows our annual luncheon. Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2 pm, MacArthur Recital Hall – FIM St. Cecilia Society President’s Program, 2pm Mastersingers Guest Sunday, November 8, 2026, 2 pm, MacArthur Recital Hall – FIM Sunday, December 13, 2026, 2 pm, MacArthur Recital Hall – FIM No January meeting Saturday, January 30, 2026 -- SCS Student Awards Auditions all day Sunday, February 14, 2027, 2 pm, MacArthur Recital Hall – FIM Valentine Program Sunday, February 21, 2027, 2 PM, MacArthur Recital Hall – FIM SCS Student Awards Recital, featuring young performers, ages 6-18, who won awards at January 30 auditions. Saturday, March 6, 2027, 7pm, MacArthur Recital Hall -- FIM William C. Byrd Young Artist Competition, Voice, featuring five finalists Sunday, March 14, 2027, 2 PM, Court St. United Methodist Church Sunday, April 11, 2027, 2pm, MacArthur Recital Hall - FIM SCS/SCSM Combined MeetingStudent performers from SCSM Sunday, May 2, 2027, MacArthur Recital Hall - FIM (2 pm meeting, 3:15 program) Annual Meeting, 2:00Program, 3:15Nancy DahleGlen Holcomb, tenor"

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