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Food Giveaway

Nourishing Families: Beyond just a box of food, we provide the fresh produce and essential groceries that keep families healthy and whole during times of food insecurity.

3K Walk For Cause 2026

A Small Reminder About Childhood Diabetes

Childhood diabetes is becoming more common, and many families in our community are learning to navigate a journey they never expected. Behind every diagnosis is a child trying to be brave, a parent trying to stay strong, and a family adjusting to a new normal.

Awareness matters. Early detection matters. Support matters.

And most of all — community matters.

When we come together, we help lift the weight off families who may feel overwhelmed or alone. A kind word, shared resources, or simply showing up can make a world of difference.

Blessing Box Ministry invites you to join us for our 3K Walk for a Cause as we stand together for children and families affected by youth diabetes. This walk is a chance for our community to come together, raise awareness, and show support in a meaningful way.

👟 Registration: $25 per participant

All ages are welcome. Families, churches, schools, and community groups are encouraged to join us.

Your participation helps us provide education, resources, and encouragement to families navigating youth diabetes. Every step you take makes a difference.

📞 To register, call: 910‑651‑3678
Blessing Box Ministry — 506B Erwin Road, Dunn, NC

Let’s continue to stand with our children, support our families, and keep spreading hope, education, and understanding throughout North Carolina.

Serving our community with

joy and love, while offering hope.

If you are in need, Blessing Boxing will be hosting another Food Giveaway, April 19, 2026. We are here to help. First come first served.

Time is 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

506 B Erwin Road

Dunn, NC 28334

910-651-3678

Thank you to all our donors and partners who make things like this possible.

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There's nothing like touching the heart of your community Just one little act of kindness has the ability to stretch beyond our wildest imagination. Giving back is not just something to do, it is ministry. It is ministry that many times we don't get to see and experience the full impact. Yet, it has a voice that echoes louder that natural sound. God has called us do give without condition, without recognition, without hesitation. It is without platform or roll call, but it is freely give. With that call to give freely, and in return, freely you shall receive. One of the hardest things to do is to give when we feel that what we have is so necessary for our own lives and that the echoes to freely give still resounds. It did for that widow who gave a meal to Elijah when she was down to her last. It was so with the widow with two mites and if we search the scripture we will find others. God can take our little and turn it into much, but we have to be willing to let go the little.

At Blessing Box Ministry Nonprofit, our heart is simple: to serve individuals and families in our community with dignity, compassion, and consistent support. We stand in the gap for those facing food insecurity, financial hardship, and unexpected life challenges. Every box we pack, every meal we distribute, and every act of kindness we extend is rooted in our commitment to be the hands and feet of Jesus in Eastern North Carolina.

Just a couple of weeks ago, your generosity made a powerful impact. Because of your giving, we were able to provide food, hope, and relief to households who were truly down to their last. Some came quietly. Some came with tears. Some came on behalf of children or elderly loved ones. But every single one left with full hands and renewed strength because someone like you cared enough to give.

Your support didn’t just fill bags — it filled hearts.
It didn’t just meet needs — it restored dignity.
It didn’t just provide food — it reminded people that they are seen, valued, and not alone.

Why You Are Essential

Blessing Box Ministry Nonprofit cannot do this work without you.
Your donations — whether monthly, quarterly, annually, or whenever God places it on your heart — are the lifeline that keeps this ministry moving forward.

You are essential because:

You help us respond immediately when families are in crisis
You make it possible for us to keep shelves stocked and ready
You ensure that no one in our community has to suffer in silence
You allow us to expand our reach and serve more people with excellence

Every dollar, every can of food, every act of kindness becomes part of a much bigger story — a story of compassion, community, and transformation.

A Community Effort

Blessing Box Ministry Nonprofit is not built on one person.
It is built on a community of givers, volunteers, partners, and prayer warriors who believe that we are truly better together.

And because of you, lives are being changed.

If your heart is stirred by the work we are doing, we invite you to partner with us.

Your giving—large or small—makes a real difference.

Here’s how you can help right now:

• Give food to help restock the Blessing Box

• Give financially to support ongoing outreach

• Give time by volunteering or helping distribute

• Give prayer for the families we serve and the work ahead

Your gift today becomes someone’s breakthrough tomorrow.

We ask you to help us be the voice that continues to echo the voice of God in the earth around us.

Thank you

Blessing Box Ministry Nonprofit Team

🌷 March Is Belinda’s Month — A Call to Kindness, Compassion, and Community 🌷

This March, Blessing Box Ministry is honored to celebrate Belinda’s Month — a time dedicated to generosity, service, and the heart of giving. As we reflect on her legacy, we’re reminded of the simple but powerful message:

“Kindness. Pass it on.”

Just like the hands offering a box of hope…
Just like the love behind every meal, every hygiene kit, every prayer…
Just like the people in our community who show up with open hearts…

Belinda’s Month is a reminder that every act of kindness matters.

GIVE TODAY and let's make Belinda's Day Month special!

Blessing Box Ministry is excited to kick off a brand‑new year of service, outreach, and community impact. We’re hosting our first Board Meeting of the year, and we’re opening the door for friends, supporters, and community members who want to learn more about joining our mission.

This meeting is a great opportunity to:

Learn more about the heart and vision of Blessing Box Ministry
Discover how to become a board member or committee volunteer
Get information about upcoming projects, outreach events, and community needs
Connect with others who share a passion for serving Eastern North Carolina

Whether you’ve supported us for years or you’re just getting to know us, we’d love to have you in the room. Your gifts, talents, ideas, and presence matter. Together, we can continue to make an impact —one family, one neighborhood, one act of kindness at a time.

If you’re interested in joining or volunteering, this is the perfect place to start.
Come learn, connect, and grow with us. We welcome you and can't wait to see you.

Blessing Box Ministry
Serving with dignity, compassion, and community.

Address: 506B Erwin Road, Dunn, NC 28334

We are ending the year on a good note. This year we are able to help many families with food this Christmas do to a $5, 000 grant given by Blue Cross Blue Shield. Thank you for your generosity. Also, there will be toys given to help families with their little ones' Christmas desires.

Honoring Local Heroes 2025

One for the Books

What a night!! This was such an memoral event. To see the people coming out to support such a worthy cause. Blessing Box will always be a voice in the community and the people showed up to honor their heroes and pay tribute to those local heroes who love their community. The president would like to say congratulations to all the nominated "HEROES":

Blessing Box extrends its deepest gratitude to Gerald Hinton for entertaining us with his original music selections. We appreciate you and hope that God comtinues to bless the works of your hands

Also, President, Belinda Strickland would like to say thank you to her team of awesome women who helped see to it that this celebration went off without a hitch: Nina McNeill, vice-president, Charlene Haywood, secretary, Cornelia Malloy, fundraiser and marketing coordinator, Peggy Surles, board member, Chrissy, board member , Gwen Coxum, board member and Linda Eason, volunteer office support and much more. You are appreciated to the highest.

It's Giving Thursday - Let’s Be the Blessing

It's Thursday, let's come together to make a difference. Giving Thursday is more than a fundraiser—it’s a chance to show love, meet needs, and build community.

Your gift helps stock the Blessing Box, support outreach events like Fashion For Cause, JoyFest, and bring hope to families right here in our neighborhood. Every dollar becomes a meal, lights, or a reminder that someone cares.

Why Give?
Because someone is praying for help—and you can be the answer.
Because generosity brings us together.
Because when we give, we grow.

How to Give:
Visit https://igit.me/blessingbox. Whether it’s $5 or $50, your gift matters.

Let’s make Giving Thursday a day of overflowing grace. Share the message, spread the word, and let’s fill the Blessing Box with love.

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Board Member Luncheon

Blessing Box Ministry conducted a recruiting board meeting luncheon. Though we were small in number, ladies showed up to hear and make a decision. through that decision, there were two new board members that were added to the family.

The recent Blessing Box Ministry board meeting was marked by unity, progress, and a renewed sense of purpose. With hearts aligned and vision clarified, the board celebrated a successful gathering and the addition of two dynamic leaders to its team.

Joining the board shown in the photo below, are Nina McNeill, stepping into the role of Vice President, and Cornelia Malloy, who will serve as Marketing and Fundraiser Director. Both women bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and passion for community outreach. Their commitment to the mission of Blessing Box Ministry—serving with grace, dignity, and practical support—was evident from the moment they accepted their roles.

“We’re happy to welcome Nina and Cornelia,” said the board chair. “It is believed that their energy and insight will make a difference, and we’re excited to move forward together.”

With new leadership in place, the board is ready to expand its impact, deepen community partnerships, and prepare for upcoming initiatives with clarity and confidence. The meeting closed with prayer, gratitude, and a shared commitment to the work ahead.

We have a heart to help and a mandate to give. Sometimes means reaching out to the kindness of others to help us achieve our responsibility . There are more people requesting our assistance and we are asking you to help us. We are always seeking to offer hope by helping those who seek our services. Will you join us in being a part of our Recipe of Hope Food Drive. Reach out to us at the number of the flyer to donate and together, we will cook up hope in the lives of our community. Thank you for your giving. If you would like to give monetarily, just click Contact.

Blessing Box Participating in 301 Endless Yard Sale

Vendor spots are available!

You cannot harvest what you are not willing to plant

“Together, we can brighten the pathway of hope for those in need"

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