UPCOMING EVENTS IN GRAHAMTOWN
2ND WEDNESDAYS - CHECK OUT THE RC BOOKMOBILE FROM 3PM - 4PM
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
THE BOOKMOBILE IS OPEN TO ADULTS & KIDS TO CHECK OUT BOOKS, VIDEOS AND OTHER MATERIALS.
BRING YOUR KIDS!
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
GTEAM COMMUNITY MEETINGS 2ND TUESDAYS 5:30PM - 6:30PM OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
Atrium Health mobile care unit @ the Grahamtown Community Center WEDNESDAYS 9:30am
GTEAM COMMUNITY MEETINGS 2ND TUESDAYS 5:30PM - 6:30PM OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
AARP 2024 Community Challenge Grantee
Grahamtown Team - AARP Community Challenge Grantee
We have been selected as a 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantee!
The Grahamtown Team is thrilled to announce we have been selected to receive a 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant. We are one of only 343 grantees selected (out of 3,300+ applications!) from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
With this quick-action grant we will provide “eating and seating” in the Grahamtown community. Our project will provide benches and tables throughout the Grahamtown Community for our seniors to enjoy our community. You will find increased seating at Hardin Park, the Grahamtown Community Garden and along Hardin Road near the upcoming community green space.
“We are incredibly proud that AARP selected the Grahamtown Team for this investment to make the Grahamtown community more livable for residents of all ages,” stated Kisha McDowell, Executive Director of the Grahamtown Team. “AARP is a nationwide leader in making communities more livable and we are honored that they see the tangible value this project will bring to our area.”
About the AARP Community Challenge
The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds innovative, quick-action projects that inspire change in areas such as public places; housing; transportation; digital connectivity; community resilience; and more. With additional funding support provided by Toyota Motor North America, the program is also increasing its investment in pedestrian safety projects that will improve streets and sidewalks, create vibrant pedestrian infrastructure, engage community members and much more.
This is all part of AARP’s nationwide work on livable communities, which supports the efforts of neighborhoods, towns, cities and counties across the country to become great places for all. AARP believes that communities should provide safe, walkable streets; affordable and accessible housing and transportation options; access to needed services; and opportunities for residents to participate in community life.
To learn more about the projects being funded by the AARP Community Challenge across the nation, including all 343 granted projects this year, visit aarp.org/CommunityChallenge. You can also view an interactive map of current and past AARP Community Challenge projects and AARP’s Livable Communities work at aarp.org/livable.
Support Grahamtown Community Programs
$25.00
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions for youth. Your generous donation will fund our mission and support our community. Email contact and for donations: kisha@grahamtownteam.org
CASHAPP: $Grahamtownteam1
Check payable to: Grahamtown Team
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1941, Forest City, NC 28043
828-229-3380
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
GRAHAMTOWN TEAM
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
Grahamtown Team
Board of Directors
Earl Thompson, Kisha McDowell - Executive Director, Selena McEntyre, Will McDowell
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
Grahamtown Community Garden
Located on Gypsy Street in Forest City, NC
is open for families and youth to engage in outdoor gardening. Families can grow healthy produce for their family or the community's farmer market.
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER
Neighborhood Community Center
129 First Street
Forest City, NC
HEALTHY LIVING
COMMUNITY FEEDING
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER
ZUMBA CLASSES
$5
JOIN OUR HEALTHY LIVING EXERCISE PROGRAM
(129 First Street, Forest City, NC)
YOUTH PROGRAMS
COMMUNITY FEEDING
COMMUNITY FEEDING
GTeam Youth Programs are expanding and elevating due to the support of our community funders.
COMMUNITY FEEDING
COMMUNITY FEEDING
COMMUNITY FEEDING
Community Pantry
Food Giveaway
Thursdays at 3pm
Call to schedule a pick-up time
828-229-3380
YOUTH PROGRAMS
SUMMER CAMP
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
MEDIA & EDUCATION
YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
(JUNE 12 - 16, 2023)
Youth will discover our Healthy Living Programs, face-to-face. Partner with the LEAP programs, learn to garden, STEAM Projects and culinary creations.
MEDIA & EDUCATION
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
MEDIA & EDUCATION
MEDIA CENTER
Student Technology Center
Fill out Job Employment Applications
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
Leaders & Entrepreneurs for the Aspirations (Enrichment) & Promotion of Youth (LEAP)
Music & singing Program now accepting applications for drum player and guitar players
GARDENING WITH KIDS
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
L E A P YOUTH PROGRAM
Play Dates with Kids
Teaching students about planting, growing, and agriculture.
S.T.E.A.M. PROGRAMS
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
NEW Technology & Skills Programs
Leaders from the community will teach students & classes about various S.T.E.A.M. projects
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
GARDENING IN SCHOOLS
Partnering with Schools
Teaching gardening skills, planting fruits & vegetables and caring for gardens
OUR GOAL IS COMMUNITY
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
It is the mission of the Grahamtown Team to plan, support,
educate, and execute opportunities to enrich the quality of life
for the Grahamtown community.
OUR FOCUS
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
HEALTHY LIVING & EDUCATION
We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our community. Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change.
HEALTHY LIVING & EDUCATION
We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our community. Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change.
OUR VISION
OUR MISSION
OUR VISION
The vision of Grahamtown Team is to have an enriched and
attractive community that exemplifies the collaborative efforts
of the Grahamtown Community.
ABOUT US
THE GRAHAMTOWN TEAM:
The Grahamtown Team (GTeam) is an organization made up of citizens from Rutherford County who have an interest in serving our community. The GTeam is focused on the Grahamtown Neighborhood located within Forest City, NC.
It is the responsibility of this team to provide programs and services that support the development and healthy living of individuals within this community and Rutherford County as a whole.
The GTeam was established more than 16 years ago and has contributed greatly to the Grahamtown Neighborhood. The team has collaborated with the Town of Forest City to modify homes and clean up the Grahamtown area. The GTeam has hosted multicultural events to foster awareness and we continue to focus on creating opportunities that produce healthy living and learning. The GTeam sponsors the community garden on Gypsy Street as one of our healthy living programs where individuals and families can grow organic and healthy produce. We also sponsor healthy living classes and learning opportunities for students and adults.
The GTeam is led by professionals, farmers, and individuals that want to support our healthy living, education, and youth in Rutherford County. It is our desire to see a healthy change in the people, the youth and our neighborhood.
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER
The GCC houses a technology center that is used for presentations, meetings, movie nights, computer classes, community events, and great times. Managed by the GTeam, the community center offers opportunities for healthy living programs, small groups, birthday parties, baby showers, youth activities and more.
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER
BABY SHOWER
The Grahamtown Community Center is an open and available resource for our community to utilize for events, find resources, gain knowledge, learn new technology, and to be a part of our the Grahamtown community.
SELL YOUR PRODUCTS
The Grahamtown Center can be used as a place to tell everyone about your business and your products.
BRIDAL SHOWER
Whatever the occasion, the community center is a great place.
Call 828-229-3380, to schedule your event.
GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDENING
The Community Garden is a healthy component of the Grahamtown Team organization. The garden is located in the heart of Grahamtown and all are welcome to come and learn about the garden or even purchase a gardening bed to grow their own crops for a small fee of $25 annually. If you would like to plant year round and you are interested in acquiring a bed in the Hoop House, the cost is only $35. The Hoop House is properly ventilated for the summer and winter months allowing for great crops. The GTeam works with community partners such as RHI Legacy, Rutherford County Schools and students to plant, grow and harvest fresh organic fruits and vegetables. In 2019, the Grahamtown offered the Grahamtown community individual garden plots that they could have in their own yards in an effort to get children and families to begin growing healthy produce in their own yard. This program was sponsored by RHI Legacy of Rutherford County.
COMMUNITY FEEDING - Call for a pick-up time 828-229-3380
FOOD PANTRY
COMMUNITY FEEDING EVENTS
COMMUNITY FEEDING EVENTS
BI-WEEKLY FEEDING PROGRAM
THURSDAYS
3:00PM
If you are in need of food and we are open, stop by
CALL 828-229-3380 FOR QUESTIONS
COMMUNITY FEEDING EVENTS
COMMUNITY FEEDING EVENTS
COMMUNITY FEEDING EVENTS
ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DINNER
December 14, 2023