<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Give Back]]></title><description><![CDATA[Give Back]]></description><link>https://www.givebacknc.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:10:34 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.givebacknc.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating Inclusion at the Special Olympics Dinner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josie recently had the honor of attending the Special Olympics Dinner for athletes and their families at Clermont Free Will Baptist Church. The evening was a wonderful celebration of determination, achievement, and the incredible spirit of Special Olympics athletes. (Facebook) Adding to the excitement were special guests Lug Nut, the mascot of Charlotte Motor Speedway, and Boomer, the mascot of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers. Athletes and families enjoyed meeting the mascots, taking photos,...]]></description><link>https://www.givebacknc.org/post/celebrating-inclusion-at-the-special-olympics-dinner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a332806ce85b49c3c4e89df</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:05:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/108485_0329221a81494d65ad95b35d216188c4~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_240,h_320,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>josiesblessinginab</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Tabs, Big Impact: Start Saving Today!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know that Ronald McDonald House collects aluminum pop tabs? While they may seem small, these tabs can make a big difference for families with children receiving medical care. This month, Josie donated 10 pounds of pop tabs to support the mission of Ronald McDonald House. The tabs are recycled, and the proceeds help provide comfort, resources, and a home-away-from-home for families during difficult times. One of the best things about this service project is that anyone can participate....]]></description><link>https://www.givebacknc.org/post/small-tabs-big-impact-start-saving-today</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a33275473364b8eee6d9de7</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:03:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/108485_435ef308e42e463d8521ff08ae8974d6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_240,h_320,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>josiesblessinginab</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[School Is Out, But Hunger Doesn't Take a Summer Break]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many students, summer break means fun, relaxation, and time with family. However, for thousands of children across North Carolina, it also means losing access to the free breakfast and lunch programs they rely on during the school year. To help fill that gap, Josie's Blessing in a Box is taking our mission on the road this summer with the Josie's Blessing in a Box Mobile Pantry. Thanks to the support of our volunteers and donors, we have packed 20 boxes filled with child-friendly foods to...]]></description><link>https://www.givebacknc.org/post/school-is-out-but-hunger-doesn-t-take-a-summer-break</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a33264238520286278f3115</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:58:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/108485_a0c86adf9a3540db9ba5a77748039bbc~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_240,h_320,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>josiesblessinginab</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>