I’m a longtime volunteer and donor for the LAMB Foundation. I love how committed they are to helping people in our local community with intellectual disabilities. They are thoughtful in the support they provide and I love that funds stay local to our community. I also love their low overhead and how more than 93% of what they raise goes directly to those who need it most. Most people just see the LAMB Foundation’s donation collections outside grocery stores with yellow aprons and Tootsie Rolls. People don’t see the all-volunteer hours spent working on corporate donations, grants, donation collection schedules or careful analysis of where funding is best spent. People also often don’t take the time to see all the wonderful places their support is put to work. Individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families are often overlooked for support. Their charities aren’t very popular and the support they need spans lifetimes. I’m proud of the work LAMB does to see, include and support these members of our community and their families.
LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. has allowed me to support interactive learning experiences with my students with speech language disorders. A special education teacher and I collaborated to create a garden with our students. The students loved planting, then watching the vegetables grow. This experience provided an excellent opportunity to target vocabulary, sequencing, social interaction, and following directions.
The LAMB Foundation of NC has been a steadfast supporter of Holy Angels and the residents we serve for over 25 years. Their unwavering dedication, generosity, and prayers have truly made a difference in our community, and we are deeply grateful for their continued partnership.
Year after year, the LAMB Foundation has gone above and beyond in supporting our key fundraising events, especially our annual Angel Bowl, gala and Clay Shoot. These events are crucial to our mission, and thanks to the LAMB Foundation’s incredible contributions, they continue to be a success, allowing us to raise the necessary funds to support our residents.
What sets the LAMB Foundation apart is not only their financial support but also the kindness and genuine care of the people behind the organization. They are a compassionate group, committed to making a lasting impact, and we are so fortunate to have them by our side.
We cannot thank the LAMB Foundation enough for their 25 years of prayers, support, and friendship. They are truly a great organization!
Hard working Knights of Columbus provide thousands of dollars for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. A great cause they go above and beyond with their support!
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As a member of the LAMB volunteers we have raised thousands of dollars in donations for teachers of exceptional children in the Pendar and Onlsow County School Districts in North Carolina. The equipment and programs that these dedicated educators have been able to acquire and put to use in their classrooms have changed lives! We have seen this and have received their letters of great appreciation for our generosity to their programs. The LAMB Foundation continues to do great works for those in need.
I appreciate that a very large portion of the funds received by the LAMB Foundation go to support people with Intellectual Disabilities, like Special Olympics.
I am a area coordinator and have always gotten great support when asking people to help support the Foundation.
I have been supporting the LAMB Foundation of NC for over 20 years. The work that LAMB does in support of Special Education classes, Special Olympics, and work place opportunities for special needs young people and adults is heartwarming. Many of the beneficiaries of LAMB's generosity are people that I know from my community, where I shop and in my circle of friends.
LAMB Foundation truly lives its name: Least Among My Brethren.
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I have worked as a volunteer for LAMB for a number of years, and saw first hand the importance of what we do for Special Education and Special Olympics.
On one occasion while delivering checks to the schools in our area I came across a new Special Education teacher that had never heard of LAMB and had no idea why she had been called to the office. When I presented her with a check for several hundred dollars to assist her class her eyes welled up with tears.
That made all of the long hours and hard work feel even more special than I knew it already was. Just an overwhelming experience for both of us. I will never forget that day, and how rewarding the work of the LAMB Foundation is.
Since moving out of state I still support LAMB Foundation of NC financially, and try to come back when possible to participate in the fundraising activities. LAMB has been a very special part of my life for over 20 years.
I have helped raise funds for LAMB since 1983. It is very rewarding to be present when the organizations supported by LAMB receive their checks, so they can move forward with their projects. Also, i have worked with the organization by participating in sports activities and see the faces of the people that LAMB brings.
every year i have met people that thank the LAMB foundation volunteers for work to assist them.
I also am personally involved with these organizations by sitting as a member of a Board of Director and volunteer.
They do a great job of providing support for a number of worthy nonprofits across the state, making a positive impact on many lives.
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This nonprofit does great work in raising money for charities and facilities whose purpose is to assist the intellectually disabled. If you see a gentleman in a yellow vest handing out Tootsie Rolls in front of a store in North Carolina, he is most likely a volunteer collecting money for LAMB. Please put some money in his can - and enjoy the Tootsie Roll!
LAMB Foundation of NC ,Inc. is an outstanding organization that raises money for mentally handicapped. It is an all volunteer group assisting agencies that make the lives of the mentally handicapped so much better.! Proud to be associated with LAMB
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We have been raising money for this non profit for many years. It is much appreciated by the recipients and oftentimes goes un noticed to the general public.
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Working with the Knights of Columbus to help support the LAMB Foundation of NC has always been an honor and a privilege. Yes, I enjoy handing out Tootsie Rolls as well as vying for the best locations to collect donations, but it's when the donor smiles back at you and says "I appreciate the great work your organization does" that puts that warm and fuzzy feeling in your heart. And you know your efforts will be rewarded by helping those in need especially those right in your local community. I am grateful that the LAMB Foundation has been a leader in this charitable endeavor and look forward to many more years of supporting this wonderful effort.
Allen Bizub
K of Council #2546
I have been volunteering for the LAMB Foundation for 20 years. I have seen the good that has resulted from LAMB's contributions to organizations which serve those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Those organizations could not effectively serve those in need - those who are differently abled - without the financial support of the LAMB Foundation. It's why I will continue to support LAMB !
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I have seen first-hand the people this foundation supports. One of the best organizations I have had the pleasure of working with!
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Great 100% volunteer run organization dedicated to helping those in our communities with intellectual disabilities by supporting a number of organizations. Donations to this organization truly make an impact on many lives.
What an amazing Charity - helping people with intellectual disabilities - more organizations should provide this type of support! Also helped me to find my way to the Church
WHAT a Charity! Supporting a variety of charities that support those with intellectual disabilities on a local level. This is done without the need for exhaustive paperwork! Thank you for the service to our community.
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Outstanding charity, due to:
- All volunteers
- State wide charity collection and distribution
- Majority of funds distributed are local charities.
- Very public in what is spent where!
The LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc . Has provided many organizations in need of support with the funds
Necessary for them to help our brothers and sisters with psychological disabilities.
Our charitable events are well received in the community and always well attended . The smiles of the disabled are irreplaceable as they participate in such events as a 5 mile run and ART SHOWS.
I have been involved with the LAMB Foundatyof NC for the past 14 years . It is inspiring and very satisfying to see the great effect our efforts have on the young people battling intellectual disabilities! I have never seen a charity give over 90 percent directly to those in need of help . That’s what LAMB accomplishes.
Great organization helping those in our local community!
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I cannot thank the LAMB Foundation enough for its continued support of our SPRED program.
With their help, we are able to foster inclusiveness and help our children grow closer to God.
May God bless you all!
Our program at Duke Health Center was a recipient of LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. donations for over 30 years while I was working as a pediatrician for children with disabilities including autism and fragile X syndrome. Part of the donation money helped with laboratory testing to evaluate families to see who was carrying the gene for fragile X syndrome in a diagnosed family. Many of the families had members. who did not have health insurance, and it was important to have this medical information for educational and genetic counseling purposes. We also received money to stock the clinic with learning materials such as children's books, wooden puzzles, flash cards, etc. Some of our families were poor and didn't have the kind of toys and learning materials that most families take for granted. These donations improved the quality of our work and enabled us to be much more helpful to families than we would have been otherwise.
The Lamb Foundation has been wonderful to support our Exceptional Children's Formal yearly with their donation. Our annual event is spectacular and memorable for all our students - some who may never attend their own school prom. The donations received mean the world to us and our students!
I can truly testify that "to give" is way better than "to receive".
When I meet with various school teachers and aids, I learn that many children with special needs and disabilities have difficulty with standard teaching strategies or methodologies. The exceptional children in these classrooms require unique projects, tools, and utensils. These supplies are made possible because of funds provided by the LAMB Foundation. To see the happiness and joy on chiidren's faces makes the volunteering effort enjoyable and rewarding.
Nothing beats the feeling of helping someone who is challenged with an intellectual disability. LAMB is designed to be a service to others and by servicing others, we serve God.
The LAMB Foundation is a great organization that benefits adults with intellectual disabilities. They are first-rate, professional, and good people. They return 85% of money collected to local charities, and the remaining 15% goes to Special Olympics at the State level. A great charity to work with.
Outstanding charity, all volunteer, funds raised go directly to the groups that need it so desperately.
As it has been said all Knights do LAMB. Volunteers are very helpful especially for this important State charity that the Knights adopted including all of our state councils. 85% of the donations stay in the area of the local council to assist children with intellectual disabilities primarily in the local schools. The other 15% goes to the K of C State Council to assist with areas that have no local councils or councils that do not participate. Personally the recipient institutions are very happy to receive the grants to better their programs to enhance their programs for special needs children.
My first experience with LAMD Foundation was so positive. The work this team does for people with intellectual challenges is remarkable. Countless hours going into the planning of any fundraiser to ensure the event runs smoothly. 100 percent of profits to to this worthy cause. Money has gone to training teachers, lay people in non denominational churches that provide religious education. The program has been open to receiving request from all organizations. And so much more!
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I was part of the first crawfish boil we ran in our local KofC council 7186 in Apex. This fundraising event provided 100% of our profit to our local community for people with intellectual difficulties. Even more import was the support we received from the various Churches of all denominations and non-denominations. This what appeared to be a simple fundraiser for OpLamb turned out to ignite a passionate community of faith.
This Foundation has been instrumental over the years in providing funds for schools and agencies that support individuals with intellectual disabilites. The quality of life grants given improve these individuals everyday life. Every worker for this foundation are volunteers.
Great organization and a blessing to support. I am so thankful for an organization that would support community members like my sister.
Five years ago I joined the Knights of Columbus and got involved with the LAMB Program. First as a volunteer and now as the Director for our council , the experience has been one of the greatest I have experienced in my life.working with my fellow Knights and the teachers to help the students and see the results and the joy it brings them. So get involved you will be greatly appreciated
The LAMB Foundation of NC is an amazing organization with a unique ability to help people with intellectual disabilities across the state as well as in our local community. I am proud to lead the fundraising efforts in my local community on their behalf as our goal is to tangibly impact those with intellectual disabilities in the areas of faith, education, and quality of life. In the past, we have supported organizations that provide music therapy, Yoga therapy, horse riding therapy, and much more. Helping those in need - that's what LAMB's about - and that's why I volunteer my time for them!
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The LAMB Foundation of NC is an outstanding charity! As local director in Apex, the thing I love the most about it is that we are helping our local community as well as the entire state. Most of the money comes back to our local community as our goal is to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families in the areas of faith, education, and quality of life. It's very rewarding to contact worthwhile support organizations and ask them how we can help further their mission in supporting people with intellectual disabilities! We've helped young people by donating to local schools and churches. We've helped adults by providing equipment to organizations that employ people with disabilities. We've helped youth and adults by defraying costs of some therapies. It's a great way to both engage, and give back to our local community.
As a member of the Knights of Columbus in North Carolina for 38 years, I have worked as a volunteer for over 37 years collecting donations at grocery stores for The LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. Our council has participated in our Operation LAMB Tootsie Roll drive every year since 1982 and our 10 beneficiaries in the Johnston, Sampson, Harnett and Wayne county areas rely on the donations we receive. Many write our donations into their annual budgets. We have helped purchase many items and have funded many programs for these recipients. In addition to our brother Knights, many of our beneficiaries work side by side with us during our street drives. People give freely and recognize our bright yellow and red aprons. The citizens of our area know that the intellectually disabled in our area are supported and loved. I feel the LAMB Foundation is the epitome of what it means to "love thy neighbor"!
It is satisfying to know your charitable contribution is helping children and young adults in your local community with special needs. You can see the results and the need is fulfilled.
The Lamb Foundation has helped support the Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center located in Black Mountain, NC for many years. The donations have provided an Internet/reading cafe, outdoor pergola, and family room.
Funds raised are used to provide support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Long time supporter.
The work I've seen completed by the LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. has been through our local Knights of Columbus council. They are certainly making a difference in the lives of others! They have raised and donated money in support of those with intellectual disabilities to school programs, music and yoga therapy, church inclusion and faith formation programs, training of facilitators, and special needs employment to name a few. There's nothing better than caring for others and this nonprofit fits the bill.
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I'm happy to work with the LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. via the Knights of Columbus Council 7186. I've assisted the LAMB Director for this council for almost 2 years and have seen the appreciation of those to whom they're able to donate funds. Raising money for this cause is very rewarding. Recent recipients have used the money to benefit both individuals and groups, including increasing awareness and creating web resources for the Diocese of Raleigh to aid with inclusion. What a wonderful cause and how easy it is to participate!
As a special education teach the Lamb foundation has allowed me to create special activities where in the past 3 years we have worked alongside high school students who were designing Eagle Scout projects and the money Lamb Foundation gave my department allowed us to create and outdoor garden where we have grown many vegetables, outdoor easels, and outdoor adapted picnic table with benches so our students would have backs on bench to not fall.
For over 15 years The Knights of Columbus in Newton Grove North Carolina has been supporting Special Olympics Johnston County. I cannot tell you how much this means to the 700 athletes that participate in our program. They are a wonderful organization that support those with intellectual disabilities and are making a difference in their life.
Carolyn Stafford
Volunteer Coordinator
This organization provides much needed educational materials and classroom supplies for exceptional students at my Elementary school. They never fail to support my classroom - even during the pandemic. They are a phenomenal group of dedicated men. I know I can always count on their support. They have been a blessing to me and my special needs students.
The Lamb Foundation of NC has helped us tremendously in our endeavors to serve individuals and families with disabilities . Our nonprofit, The Arc of Harnett County , provides these families and individuals with workshops, day classes, special events, dances and holiday parties throughout the year. The Lamb Foundations helps us to help them become an active part of their community by contributing to our fundraisers with their time and monetary support.
As a Special Education Teacher I have seen the need for funds to support our special needs students. Sometimes the funding from the school system and the government are not enough. It is a sad oversight of those in power. In the past when I heard that the Knights of Columbus LAMB program was able to support the needs of our students in our school directly, I asked for support. They replied with a check for $1,700. My Principal, colleagues, students and myself were overwhelmed. We now had much needed funds for special needs material and we were able to use some of the monies to take our students to a restaurant and teach them how to order food, pay for it, receive change and give a tip to the waiters. This was truly a life skill training that most of our students in the past were not able to experience. We were also able to buy some clothing for our students who did not have proper clothing. God has truly placed the LAMB program where they are needed. Thank you LAMB.
Have volunteered for this amazing Foundation for over 15 years, time well spent!
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Have volunteered for the LAMB Foundation for about 15 years now - cannot think of a better way to donate ones time.
The Lamb Foundation helped Horse and Buddy grow our scholarship fund so we can serve more riders who need us! They are the best!
I work with students with disabilities who have deficits in communication, social skills and functional play. The LAMB foundation provided my classroom with a light table and magnetic blocks! These materials supported my students sensory experiences and communication skills. They have worked together to build structures and were motivated to play and communicate with their peers. These materials has supported and motivated my students to improve their play and social interaction skills.
Fantastic organization. The work that they do here in our community is great for the local support organizations. They raise and donate money to churches and schools. The people involved are highly passionate and committed to the cause.
This group provides a vast amount of help to those with special needs. From supplying funds to various residential centers to helping Special Olympics they a lot of wonderful things.
The Lamb Foundation has supported my Special Needs Classroom for the past several years by funding community involvement opportunities and purchasing needed items for the classroom. We are truly grateful for all they do to assist individuals with disabilities in our community.
L.A.M.B. is a great organization that helps people with intellectual disabilities. The Special Olympics is on the organizations supported by L.A.M.B. Very little of the monies collected to to nonprofit overhead. The vast majority of the funds go to those organizations like Special Olympics that need the support. As a Knight of Columbus (Grand Knight for Council 13488, MCAS New River) I stand outside the local Golden Corral for several hours once a quarter collecting for OP L.A.M.B.
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I have seen the results of LAMB in action. The help and assistant in give to those with intellectual disability. The extra help that is given to NC Special Olympic and to schools is credited to the men of the Knights of Columbus.
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Project LAMB is a great program. They have supported our program Hopes N Dreams for over 7 years We support children and adults intellectual challenged and disabled an our Wounded Warriors. Because of project LAMB an there donation we are able to continue our summer camps, dances, Hooked On Fishing, social events an more. With out Projecr LAMB donation we could not offer these programs at little to no cost to our special needs population. Project LAMB is very important to our community. We are proud that they are part of our family. We are adding a picture of our childrens Christmas party for our toddlers to 12 year olds. With the help from the LAMB foundation we could off this event at a cost of a Big Smile. One of many events we have though out the year. Thank you LAMB foundation we love you all.
My name is Danielle George. I am an exceptional children teacher at Hobbton High School. I teach students with disabilities from grades 9 - 12 in all educational areas (self -contained classroom setting). Operation LAMB has helped my classroom tremendously. This fantastic group has sponsored my classroom with learning opportunities for my students in the community. For example, we were able to attend outings (also named Sampson County Champions Program) with other students with disabilities in the county to activities like bowling, movies, etc. These outings are teachable moments for students that others may take for granted. Without Operation LAMB sponsorship, these outings would be costly for my students. Thank you Operation LAMB for all you do!
Such friendly and awesome men! They were more than willing to explain their charity and where the donation was going.
Great job, guys!
The LAMB Foundation is a very big help to many places providing care for people with special needs. Their support is vital and always comes with a smile.
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I've witnessed first hand how the LAMB Foundation of NC has benefited the special needs population of Haywood County N.C. Having a special needs son myself I can testify that financial struggles can compound the challenges of improving everyday life for special needs children and adults. The LAMB Foundation has help financially to the educational and social networks of our child's life and these contributions have made a dramatic difference in the quality of assistance. I encourage the public to donate the change in your pockets to the Knights of Columbus when you see them at public festivals and church fairs holding out the very familiar yellow LAMB drive jars. Your small donations make a huge difference!
Jeff
seeing 70+ local Special Ed Teachers , local Special Olympic Programs and expanded associated programs enabled through distribution of Lamb Program Grants, makes the many hours the program volunteers work very rewarding.
Have observed LAMB Foundation over the years as they support Special Education classes in my community, as well as Special Olympics and other programs to support those with intellectual disabilities. As the grandparent of a child with Down Syndrome, this strikes very close to my heart.
I have been volunteering with LAMB for the past three years. It is one of the most worthwhile charities that I am involved with. The stories that the local teachers deliver at the annual fish fry that our Council hosts, brings tears to the eyes of those in attendance. One teacher actually used her funds to purchase a rug, so that her students would not have to sit on a cold floor.
Other teachers purchase learning tools for their intellectually challenged students. I bring my grandchildren with me to pass out tootsie rolls on some occasions. The experience provides bonding between family members and also teaches young children how to give of themselves in order to assist those less fortunate.
I love that this charity is virtually zero overhead with 100% volunteer staffing. Best of all, the money stays local so you know who it's helping.
As a member of the Knights of Columbus, I had the opportunity to visit the Caswell Developmental Center in Kinston, NC. I would recommend anyone to visit the center. It is heart breaking to see the individuals but very heart warming knowing the Knights of Columbus devote their time and money to the center.
As a past LAMB Director for my council, I have conducted many LAMB fund collections. I personally know how important the collections are for LAMB. As a LAMB Director I lead my council to be number in the State of NC. It was an honor I will always cherish because I know how much it means to the LAMB Organization. I continue to donate money to LAMB so that it will always help the less fortunate.
The LAMB Organization deserves more credit for their efforts to help the less fortunate.
God Bless!
Awesome charity. Little administrative costs. You've seen us out there. Everyone is a volunteer. Funds collected go to local charities from where they are collected.
Fantastic ! Great to work with- Easy, Quick thinking, Tons of Volunteers
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When you find in your Heart the need to help a Child who can only say "Thank You" with a smile it brightens up your Day.
Helping a Child with Special Needs can tenderly touch your heart. Words can not express the Joy but sometimes the tears of happiness can melt your heart.
Volunteering with LAMB provides the voice for those who can not speak. The Schools and Agencies that accept the loving volunteers do so with pride and excitement.
Walter Joseph Carey must be repenting and asking for FORGIVENESS, HEALTH, and an ABUNDANCE for what MEDICAL SCIENCE did to me(CHARLES BRET) hos son in 1974 with a TYMPANIC MEMBRANE OPERATION.
The operation made me an Open System that is EXTEMPORANEOUSLY
MANIPULATABLE. This can happen with any OTOLARYNGOLOGIZED INDIVIDUAL.
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Children with mental handicaps need a lot of help. Unfortunately, our school systems can only give so much. Donating money to the local school system has a great impact - the teachers are so grateful for the financial help.
Attached is a Facebook post from Nichole Smith, teacher at Holmes High School in Edenton.
Each year, OP LAMB changes the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Their efforts have touched the lives of thousands over the years. Bringing a smile to those in need.
Every year the LAMB foundation helps provide additional resources to special needs classrooms right in our own community! The teachers in these programs are better able to access furniture and teaching materials that are suited to meet their learning and behavioral needs. This continues to be a very important program that benefits everyone!
I've been involved with Operation LAMB for over 15 years. I've watch it grow from giving to about 10 charities to over 40! The money collected goes to the teachers of Cabarrus County. The teachers send pictures of their students using the classroom supplies and trips taken (community based training) with the money donated from the funds of Operation LAMB. The teachers are very grateful for the funds and can't wait for the letter from the Knights to request funds each year. It is truly a vision to see the smiles on the faces of the students and teaches when they receive the funds. I truly believe we ere making a difference.
This organization keeps all of its proceeds in North Carolina. In addition, 85% of all funds collected remain in the local community. All manpower is volunteer, so no overhead goes to cover salary expenses. If you know anyone with a special needs child, you know how much it means to see the community come together and provide support for education supplies, activities and skills training.
I have been familiar with the work of the LAMB Foundation for over 15 years and know of the people and organizations that have benefited from the support of LAMB. I have a family member with Down Syndrome and see the benefit that Special Olympics offers. Thank you to LAMB for supporting our local and state Special Olympics and Special Education classes.
The LAMB Foundation of NC serves those who are truly in need. As a volunteer funds-raiser for almost twenty years I have seen and witnessed the generous financial support by people of all walks of life. With even being asked, people donate financially when they see that the donation is going to the LAMB Foundation.
When I have visited Holy Angels in Belmont, NC it shows you how lucky we are to have good health. It also shows the love others have to help those that do not have good health. Thanks to organizations like this that we can support and see Gods work being done.
Ron Schumacher
Knights of Columbus
I have supported thuis Wonderful Ministry ever since I moved to the Charlotte Area in 2004. What a Wonderful way to give back to our Community and those most in need, the Least Among My Bretheren!
I have volunteered to accept donations to L.A.M.B. organization for years. I stand outside a store, which always give us permission, and accept donations. When people understand who and what we help they give generously without reservation. I never need to "solicit" nor attempt to "talk people into donating".
Love the LAMB Foundation ! I am proud to be a part of their fundraising efforts and I get to see first hand the lives that are changed .
The Lamb Foundation has been so generous and helpful over the years because they truly care. They support the SPRED program and St. Matthew's Church with generous donations and attend the special masses we have.
I have volunteered with the Lamb Foundation of NC for over eight years, the first three years as a helper and the last 5 years as a director. What a rewarding experience it has been! I have met the nicest people and have seen firsthand the goodness and generosity of the public at large. Our work and the donations we collect mainly go to support those with intellectual disabilities. As a director, I have met many of the people we support, people with whom I would otherwise never come in contact. This experience has opened my eyes to the challenges some people have and has helped me to become a more caring person. I would not trade these experiences for anything.
LAMB of NC is an amazing charity! Dedicated to raising funds for organizations assisting those with intellectual disabilities, including the Special Olympics, Allegro Foundation and Holy Angels, which provides specialized, round-the-clock care for children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions. LAMB makes a difference in so many lives and in so many ways!
Have volunteered and donated to this charity for a number of years - all volunteer, 93% of the money raised goes to help the differently abled - does not get any better than this.
An amazing organization. The LAMB Foundation recently hosted a number of local groups that assist those with intellectual disabilities at a Charlotte Knights Baseball Game!
The LAMB Foundation has been a faithful supporter of our mission of loving, living and learning for the differently able for over 15 years. Holy Angels is a nonprofit 501c3 residential facility in Belmont, NC that provides specialized round-the-clock care for children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions. The LAMB Foundation, as well as the individual Knights of Columbus Councils, have dedicated their prayers and support to assisting us in providing the highest level of care for those we are privileged to serve. They have provided funding for adaptive equipment, mechanical lifts and transportation to name a few. They have always been eager to have their members come tour, learn more about our mission and develop a mutually beneficial partnership with our agency - because both Holy Angels and the LAMB Foundation strive to serve "the least of these" in all that we do.
For more than 15 years, the Lamb Foundation of NC has supported the Charles Lea Center's Landrum, SC group home for severely intellectually and developmentally disabled adults. Landrum is in the dioses with Tryon and Columbus, NC. The donation is used to buy Christmas gifts for the 16 residents and to celebrate the season with an event for clients, their families and staff. Given the extreme dependence on 24/7 care that the residents have because of their disabilities, trust between the families and staff is so important, especially for this group home. Through the years, Lamb Foundation donations have been used to purchase games and toys for the residents and outdoor items, such as a porch swing and gazebo to allow folks to enjoy being outside. The gentlemen who drop off the check each year seem so interested in the lives of our clients; they always want our folks to be home when they visit!
The NC Knights of Columbus support of Special Olympics North Carolina through the LAMB Foundation of NC is outstanding! The State Council along with many local Councils support SONC on the local and state levels with funding of approximately $100,000 annually while also providing tremendous volunteer support from Council members and their families and friends. We are so grateful for the support given year after year to support our mission to improve the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities through our sports and health & wellness programs.
The Lamb Foundation has been a consistent supporter of our organization through the years. Their care and concern for the population we serve, those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is evident not only through their financial support, but through their overall interest in understanding how our organization impacts our participants. They truly seem to share in our success stories and take joy in playing a part.
Collecting donations side by side with the Teachers who benefit directly through grants made by the Lamb Foundation, is gratifying. The grants assist in equipping these Special Education Teachers with additional tools to help educate the very special students entrusted to them. Participation by the Teachers shows the importance they give to the success of the Lamb Foundation.
The L.A.M.B. Foundation Returns to Wallace
On Friday, September 9, 2016, eighty golfers descended upon the River Landing Golf Club to participate in L.A.M.B. ‘s 7th Annual Bill Lord Memorial Golf Tournament. This event, organized by the late Bill Lord, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 12921, raises funding for Duplin County Schools’ Exceptional Children’s Program.
The L.A.M.B. Foundation of N.C., Inc. was officially incorporated in 1999. Operation L.A.M.B. is an acronym derived from the Biblical phrase from: Matt. 25:40 ‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.’
Since its inception, L.A.M.B.’s Bill Lord Golf Tournament has raised over $30,000 to purchase developmental equipment and programs which school budgets don’t provide. Last year, the Duplin County Schools’ Headquarters Staff sponsored a team and there were forty four players; this year, eighty players plied the River Landing Course. The tournament attracted several new corporate sponsorships.
“The school system is fully behind this fund raiser.” Said Cary Powers, Director of the Exceptional Children’s Program. “This is the best turnout ever and we are pleased that we had some generous corporate sponsors. We, at DCS, are committed to this event and I believe next year will be even better.”
Duplin Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Obasohan welcomed the players as well as the five members of North Duplin’s Exceptional Children pictured in the photo. These students helped on the course by serving refreshments and snacks to the golfers at one of the refreshment oases located on the course. In the picture from left to right: James Powers, J.J. Vaca-Esparza, DCS Superintendent Dr. Obasohan, Timmy Davis, Cesar Matute Sosa, Hugo Menchu-Melchor and OCS Job Coach, Bob Sivori.
Huck Booz, Deputy Grand Knight of Council 12921 and Tournament Chairman, added. “I am grateful for my fellow Knights and their wives who worked tirelessly to arrange all the pieces of this event. Dedicated people behind the scenes always make for a successful event.”
Cary Powers continued. “We appreciate our Partnership with the Knights of Columbus. This year we received 27 requests for grants from DCS’ Exceptional Children’s Teachers.”
Huck Booz continued. “We are very excited with the response and the participation. This year’s tournament raised over $9,700. Given this success, we look forward to next year’s Bill Lord Memorial Golf Tournament scheduled for September 15, 2017.”
I have been active in the NC LAMB operation for 10 years. We have raised over $ 44,000.00 during that time that has benefited many organizations in our local community.
Great Organization will to help in many ways. The people they help are so thankful . Great Organization that helps the most needed. Sometimes you can see a little smile as a thank you. The Organization works very well with several statewide and local agencies. These Volunteers help from the Heart
This foundation works to help people with learning disabilities. In our area they give grants to Special Education Teachers to purchase items that the School Board does not provide.
As a former staff member I am proud of the continued service to people with intellectual disabllity.
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I have donated to this wonderful charity for a number of years. The fact that a large percentage of the funds raised goes directly to program support is a real plus. Also they have a granular ability to identify local organizations in need, sometimes overlooked by larger Foundations.
I first started volunteering for LAMB about 13 years ago and really received an eye opening experience when I visited Holy Angels in Belmont. Just seeing where some of the funds went and what the results of the funds were increased my desire to help raise money for LAMB Foundation. The donations that are given to SPREAD are an excellent reminder of the theme of LAMB of assisting the challenged individuals that are needing the most attention and assistance.
I first started to volunteer for the LAMB Foundation about 12 years ago. The more time that I spent helping and seeing first hand what their efforts accomplish and the impact on both those with intellectual disabilities and those that serve them made me a firm believer. One of the most impressive aspects is that it is an entirely volunteer organization thereby assuring the maximum amount of funds raised go to help the organizations that serve those with intellectual disabilities. My time helping the LAMB organization increased over time and I am now on its Board of Directors.
Through the Knights of Columbus I have volunteered for the past 12 years in various roles to assist this wonderful program.
As it is totally volunteer, fully 93% of the funds raised go directly to program support. What's more, with 130 Chapters across the State of North Carolina, they have the ability to identify local needs often overlooked by the huge Foundations. Also we continually see funding being reduced, rather than increased.
One of my favorite stories, recently at a check presentation to a local public school system, the head of the program came up to me and pointed out new lights in the ceiling. She pointed out that until recently they were florescent lights which some people with intellectual disabilities have a problem with. She said previously they could not obtain the funding to replace the lights - and without our support the problem would still exist.
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LAMB Foundation of NC has inspired me to give back and to love our handicapped brothers and sisters. Thank you Richard White for advancing this worthy charity to such new and great heights. God bless you.
The LAMB Foundation has been delightful to work with over many years. Its guidelines are concise and easily accommodated. Its emphasis on serving persons with intellectual disabilities exactly fits our agency's service mission and we feel fortunate to have this champion on our side.
The LAMB Foundation is run by a volunteer board so no funds are eaten up by costly salaries.
I can think of no instances in which I could not highly recommend the work of this foundation.
Lamb Foundation of North Carolina has been a supporter and valuable resource to Caswell Developmental Center for many years. We are very grateful for the support they have shown our center and individuals. The representatives are loyal and dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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LAMB FOUNDATION provides us with a grant for scholarships to help those in school who plan to have careers working with the developmentally disable. They have been a partner with us now for many years and have always been so gracious. In addition, with the assistance of the LAMB FOUNDATION, we able to also provide some Quality of Life Grants for residents living at the O'Berry Neuro Medical Treatment Center. They help us to ensure these residents have the best quality of life possible when the state and family members can't. The LAMB members are always so nice and professional, they visit the places they help and take the time to meet the organizations as well. THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE AND CONTINUE TO DO!!!
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