The students of Haw River Christian Academy participated in their first annual school walkathon in late October, with an approximate one-mile route through the heart of Fearrington Village. Then on November 20, during an ice cream celebration for reaching their walkathon goal, they presented a portion of the school’s fundraiser to the Pittsboro Salvation Army.
Haw River Christian Academy (HRCA) is a classical Christian school located in Pittsboro. This non-profit, church independent school operates solely on tuition and fundraising. Since its recent inception, the school is grateful to many members and businesses of the community for their support through donations. Now in its second year of teaching and successfully operating on a limited budget, HRCA wants to illustrate the importance of giving back to the communityAnd in the season of thankfulness and cheerful giving, the school selected a local charity to help support. After much consideration, the school chose the Pittsboro Salvation Army as it is also a Christian organization serving the local community.
The Salvation Army is an international non-profit organization. Locally, with a full-time staff and group of volunteers, this organization is able to serve Chatham County from two locations based in Pittsboro and Siler City. They address many needs throughout the year, with their greatest service being provided through their year-end “Christmas Cheer” program. Due to increased economic strains, this year’s program has reached a very high number of applications from families seeking assistance this Christmas. Of the 660 applications received thus far, an estimated 1,500 children are facing a lack of basic needs here in Chatham County. Simple contributions like canned goods and clothing can be delivered to the Pittsboro office, located downtown at 200 Sanford Road, Suite 1. Checks (mailed to P.O. Box 752, Pittsboro, NC 27312) can also be donated for the Salvation Army to purchase the items of greatest need. All donations are eligible for tax-deductible receipts.
For more information regarding the Salvation Army, please call 542-1593 or log onto www.salvationarmy.com. Families interested in Haw River Christian Academy may schedule a tour (533-4139) or visit the school’s website, www.HawRiverChristian.org, for more information. Enrollment for the 2010-11 school year begins in January 2010.
Jane Wrenn, Director of the Salvation Army, visited with the students of Haw River Christian Academy during their walkathon ice cream party on November 20.