Habitat for Humanity of Craven County was presented with donation of $500 from the Msgr. James R. Jones Council 3303, Knights of Columbus, New Bern. Affiliated with St. Paul’s Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus Council has existed since 1950 and supports numerous charitable organizations in Craven, Pamlico, and Jones counties.
Their primary fundraising efforts are Bingo on Monday nights and the largest yard sale three times each year (next scheduled: Jan. 30 – Feb.1). The public is welcome to attend both events held at the Columbus Club Hall, 1125 Pine Tree Drive.
Pictured for the check presentation are L to R: Deedra Durocher, Volunteer Coordinator, Habitat for Humanity of Craven County; Gordy Barnes, member Knight; Mike Williams, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Craven County; Mike Lynch, Grand Knight; and Richard Peeples, Board President, Habitat for Humanity of Craven County.
Submitted by: Deedra Durocher, Volunteer & Resource Coordinator, Habitat for Humanity of Craven County