Release: Pee Dee Tribe Land Acquisition & Green Tie Award

The Pee Dee Indian Tribe is an Indigenous community. They have historical connections to the Pee Dee River region in the Carolinas. The Tribe recently acquired an impressive 76.91 acres of land. This land includes 53.57 acres of wetlands and 23.34 acres of untouched forest. In partnership with Dogwood Alliance, the Tribe saved 91.91 acres […]

Embracing Freedom: 6 Ways to Honor the Juneteenth Spirit

Juneteenth is a special day in American history. It recognizes the end of slavery and the fight for freedom and equality. Let’s learn about Juneteenth’s history and what it means today. Let’s think about ways to capture the spirit of this important holiday. What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth began on June 19, 1865, when General Gordon […]

LGBTQ+ Pride, Respect, and Solidarity

In 2023, state legislators have introduced nearly 500 pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. This is a damning and dangerous point in our nation’s history. Many of these bills target basic fundamental human rights. They seek to restrict: freedom of speech freedom of expression public education public participation bodily autonomy gender-affirming care It’s been a little more […]