OUR HEROES
Journeys have the power to inspire hope, and at Spring Lake Family Support Services at the Kinsey House, we honor the extraordinary individuals whose compassion and service uplift the families we support. Our heroes embody the spirit of community, reminding us that kindness and advocacy can transform lives in profound and lasting ways.
Thank You for Making
Butterfly Kisses & Baby Wishes a Success
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"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided." ​
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Your unity made this event shine.
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A special thank you to Cumberland County Commissioner Chairman Kirk deViere for joining us during the event. Deep gratitude to Commissioner Tony Burgess and Wellons Realty for generously providing the venue.
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To our vendors, thank you for sharing your expertise and helping create a welcoming space where families felt truly supported.
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To all our volunteers, your kindness and dedication brought joy to every moment. You were the heartbeat of this event.
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To our participants, thank you for celebrating this special season of life with us. Your presence filled the room with hope and connection.
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To our donors, who provided monetary donations, essential items, clothes, bottles, blankets, wipes, formula, diapers, and more, reminding families that they are valued and never alone.
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To our community, thank you for standing together with love and purpose. When we unite around our families, everyone grows stronger.
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Thank you for showing what happens when a community comes together with love and purpose. Because of you, this event wasn’t just meaningful, it was unforgettable.
A Few Good Women
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Kindness has the power to spark hope in moments that feel cold and uncertain, both literally and figuratively. When two of our homeless clients were placed in housing, one family received a heater and warm blankets, while the other was provided a king size inflatable mattress, blankets, and basic essential items to assist them on their new journey.
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Their compassion went beyond meeting a practical need; it restored a sense of care and dignity for a survivor rebuilding her life after hardship. Through their generosity, A Few Good Women demonstrated what true community looks like, seeing a need, responding with empathy, and acting with purpose.
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We at Spring Lake Family Support Services at the Kinsey House are deeply grateful for their swift, heartfelt support. Their kindness reminds us that heroes are not defined by titles or uniforms, but by their willingness to bring warmth where it is needed most, both to homes and to hearts. A Few Good Women continue to embody the spirit of solidarity that fuels our mission and uplifts the lives of the families we serve.
Ms. Joann (Community Relations Representative) - First Baptist Church, Spring Lake, NC
Ms. Joann
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Hope often arrives through people who quietly say yes when a need is placed in front of them, and Ms. Joann of First Baptist Church in Spring Lake, NC is one of those people. With a calm spirit and a generous heart, she consistently shows up for survivors in ways that make them feel seen, respected, and cared for. Whether she is offering a listening ear, connecting someone to resources, or simply being a steady presence in a difficult moment, Ms. Joann brings warmth and reassurance to those who are rebuilding their lives after trauma.
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Her partnership with Spring Lake Family Support Services at the Kinsey House reflects a shared commitment to restoring dignity and hope for the families we serve. Through her service with First Baptist Church, she helps ensure that survivors are not walking their journey alone, but surrounded by community and faith in their future. We are deeply grateful for Ms. Joann’s compassion, consistency, and willingness to serve; she truly embodies the heart of our mission and reminds us that healing is possible when people come together in love and support.