What you need to know about starting a Non-Profit Organization Ready, Set, Go! Starting a non-profit is a great way to impact the world in a positive way. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or you’re new to entrepreneurship — launching a non-profit can seem a...
LKNConnect's Margi Kyle visits Hope House Foundation to see their new tiny houses! Executive Director Debbie O'Handley shows us around the brand new tiny houses which are giving hope, dreams, and a temporary home for women and children. Each tiny house is 640 sq. ft....
Fostering — it’s easier than you think! Did you know that most dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day? And cats, well they’re up near 18 hours a day. So, what do these tidbits of info have to do with you attaining hero status? You are needed — Local animal shelters are filling...
What To Do When You Find a Pet or Two! is part 2 of a 2-part series. Last week, Leah Henrichsen, Founder of Animal City Haven let us know what to do if we LOSE a pet in Tips to Prevent Lost Pets! — EH Stafford, Managing Editor The surprise of finding extra pets in...
The night is long and filled with angst when a beloved pet has escaped the fence or slipped out the door. Thoughts of “where could he be” and “she must be so scared” circle over and over. It’s not a night I’d wish on any pet parent. Great advice for pet parents —...
What would happen to your pets, if something happened to you? Have you ever thought about it? Most people, myself included, haven’t. And why would we? Our fur babies generally only live a fraction of our lifespan. Accidents and unexpected circumstances … But (you knew...
What does the Kiwanis Club do? Where do they meet? How can I participate? Find these answers and more as Margi Kyle, LKNConnect's Director of Non-Profits & Service Groups, interviews Larry Mann [pictured above left], President of the Kiwanis Club of Lake Norman...
Will You Be a Part of the Beloved Community? Last month, Habitat Charlotte Region kicked off our annual Beloved Community initiative. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King’s work and vision, the Beloved Community is a tangible expression of our collective pursuit of...
Bringing a fictional farm to life! In part 2 of this 2-part series, LKNConnect's Director of Non-profits & Special Services, Margi Kyle, interviews Susan Lurz, Owner of Sweetwater Farms in Huntersville, NC about the teaching farm and its history. Click here to...
For the past 2 years Sweetwater Farms hosted the toy drive for Little Smiles. In part 1 of this 2-part series, LKNConnect's Director of Non-profits & Special Services, Margi Kyle, who is also the Founder of Little Smiles NC, interviews Susan Lurz, Owner of...