December 12, 2025
November 9, 2025

Gail Awan And The Future of Charity in The Carolinas

I spent the weekend reflecting on charity here in the Carolinas. I found myself wondering, who’s next? Who will take up the mantle? Who will carry the baton forward? My thoughts turned to Gail Awan. Gail is that rare person who puts you at ease the moment you meet her. For those of us who have the privilege to watch her work, her life is a continual act of service. She seeks out needs and […]
November 10, 2025

Louis Fawcett & Lauren Wilkie Raise $424,000 in 90 Minutes at Night of Hope

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — On the evening of October 30, the community of Henderson County gathered in a spirit of generosity and compassion for Safelight’s annual Night of Hope gala—and the results were nothing short of extraordinary. By the end of the night, cheers and tears filled the room as the nonprofit announced it had met its $424,000 fundraising goal, securing funds to retire organizational debt and expand forensic testing for survivors of abuse. For those […]