2023 Charitable Donations
Orange County Rape Crisis Center
May 2023
DLC sponsors the Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s Partners in Hope program. OCRCC programs like Partners in Hope help care for survivors in our community by providing support and services such as 24-Hour Helplines, therapy, emergency housing, advocacy and accompaniment, support groups, workshops, therapy, and case management.
Horse & Buddy Therapeutic Riding Program
May 2023
DLC was happy to contribute to Horse & Buddy’s annual fundraising event at the Sequins and Spurs Gala this spring. Horse and Buddy’s mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with diverse needs through equine-assisted therapies and activities in a safe, caring, and inclusive environment.
Habitat for Humanity of Orange County
Carolina Love Gala
March 2023
DLC was thrilled to contribute to the silent auction during Habitat for Humanity’s Farm to Table Event. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that partners with families to create better, healthier, and more financially stable lives by bringing people together in the community to build homes for families in need.
Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill
Carolina Love Gala
March 2023
For over 35 years, The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill has been a haven of hope for families caring for a sick child. The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill provides accommodations, nightly meals, and an emotionally supportive environment for parents, siblings, and caretakers of children receiving treatment at UNC Hospitals. DLC happily donated to the silent auction held during the Carolina Love Gala.
CORA Food Pantry
Empty Bowls Event
March 2023
DLC is a proud supporter of The CORA Food Pantry, and we were happy to sponsor their 11th Annual Empty Bowls Event. The concept is simple: guests enjoy delicious restaurant tastings and go home with a handmade bowl to remind them that someone’s bowl is always empty. These empty bowls are why CORA needs to continue its efforts to end hunger in Chatham County. 100% of the proceeds go to helping neighbors in need and building a community without hunger!
2022 Charitable Contributions
SECU Family House at UNC Hospital
SECU Family House provides a safe, nurturing, affordable home for patients and their loved ones who travel great distances to UNC Hospitals for life-saving procedures and serious illnesses.
https://www.secufamilyhouse.org/
The Rams Club
Dr. Adigun is very involved with her alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a ForevHer Tar Heel mentor for female student athletes, an initiative led by The Rams Club. The Rams Club is an organization made up of Tar Heels who believe in the importance of providing educational and athletic opportunities for Carolina student-athletes through a great student-athlete experience at Carolina. Dr. Adigun is a regular donor to this program.
The Orange County Rape Crisis Center 35th Annual Holiday Auction
DLC supports survivors of all types of sexual violence, which is why we happily sponsor and contribute to The Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s Annual Holiday Auction. The Orange County Rape Crisis Center (OCRCC) is an independent nonprofit agency serving Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and surrounding communities since 1974. OCRCC works to stop sexual violence and its impact through support, education, and advocacy.
The Compass Center for Women and Families
DLC is donating 10% of retail sales to the Compass Center for Women and Families! The Compass Center for Women and Families is a local organization that seeks to guide women during times of transition. The Compass Center partners with clients to enhance financial literacy, improve employment skills and boost confidence. DLC applauds the Compass Center for Women and Families, and we are truly humbled by its goal and mission. Your retail purchase this holiday season will help support this mission.
Compass Center for Women and Families
Empowered Parents in Community (EPIC)
DLC is a proud sponsor of the 1st EPIC Annual Silent Auction. EPiC is the non-profit parent empowerment and advocacy organization that focuses on dismantling systemic racism with intentional organizing led by parent of African American children. EPIC advocates for high quality educational opportunities and equitable distribution of resources.
Ronald McDonald House – Chapel Hill
A Tasteful Affair
For over 34 years The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill has been a haven of hope for families who are caring for a sick child. The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill provides accommodations, nightly meals, and an emotionally supportive environment for parents, siblings, caretakers of children who are receiving treatment at UNC Hospitals. DLC happily donated to the silent auction held during the Tasteful Affair Event at The Carolina Club.
Ronald McDonald House Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP 75th Diamond Anniversary Gala
DLC was a proud sponsor and supporter of the the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP 75th Diamond Anniversary Gala. Proceeds support the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, National and North Carolina NAACP operations and Chapel Hill-Carrboro programming, activism and outreach.The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.
https://www.chapelhillcarrboronaacp.com/
Ronald McDonald House – Chapel Hill
34th Annual Carolina Kids Classic Golf Tournament
The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill provides a safe and comfortable home-away-from-home for families with seriously ill or injured children who travel from far away for specialty medical care at UNC Children’s Hospital.
Ronald McDonald House Chapel Hill
Acts of Kindness – Chapel Hill
We are proud sponsors of the Acts of Kindness Chapel Hill (AOK-CH) Mural Project. AOK-CH raised funds to have local muralist, Loren Pease, paint a beautiful mural on the side of the Lumina on Market Street to encourage the message of spreading kindness within our community.
https://www.actsofkindnessch.org/
2021 Charitable Contributions
Orange County Rape Crisis Center – 34th Annual Holiday Auction
The Annual Holiday Auction is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Orange County Rape Crisis Center, and the Dermatology & Laser Center is proud to once again be one of its sponsors.
www.ocrcc.org
Polka Dot Mama Melanoma Foundation, Chapel Hill
Giving Tuesday Campaign
The Polka Dot Mama Melanoma Foundation funds research, raises awareness, and educates younger generations about melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer. DLC happily participated in the Giving Tuesday campaign as well as donated 10% of their proceeds from skincare sales from November 16-30, 2021 to raise money to fund important melanoma research.
polkadotmama.org
St. Thomas More Catholic School, Chapel Hill
October 29, 2021
The STM Home & School Association (HSA) coordinates fundraising efforts to benefit their school. This group of selfless volunteers is dedicated to building a community within the school by sponsoring family activities and encouraging parental involvement. The annual Fund Run event is a fundraiser with 100% of all proceeds directly benefiting STM students. Recent projects funded by events include new playground equipment, technology upgrades, and new cafeteria tables.
www.stmcsnc.org
Freedom Fun Banquet – Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP
DLC is a proud sponsor of the Virtual Freedom Fund Banquet for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP. The Freedom Fund Banquet is the branch‘s primary fundraiser each year. Proceeds support the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, National and North Carolina NAACP operations and Chapel Hill-Carrboro programming, activism and outreach.The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.
https://www.chapelhillcarrboronaacp.com/
Corks for a Cause: Virtual Wine Tasting Event
Chatham Education Foundation strengthens communities in Chatham County, NC by engaging the community as public school advocates and to raise funds and resources to support innovation and education excellence in the Chatham County Schools.
https://www.chathameducationfoundation.org/
Tennis for Life – Western Wake Tennis Association
Tennis for Life provides complimentary tennis lessons and court time to introduce breast cancer survivors to the benefits that tennis can bring to their lives. Tennis for Life also provides an environment for survivors to share their experiences and feelings in a relaxed social atmosphere.
https://westernwaketennis.com/community/tennisforlife/
Orange County Rape Crisis Center
Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill is a proud supporter of the Orange County Rape Crisis Center (OCRCC). The mission of the OCRCC is to stop sexual violence and its impact through support, education, and advocacy.
https://ocrcc.org
Polka Dot Mama Melanoma Foundation
The Polka Dot Mama Melanoma Foundation is a non-profit foundation, which funds research, raises awareness, and educates the community about melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer.
http://polkadotmama.org/
2020 Charitable Contributions
Taste for a Cure Virtual Gala
The net proceeds from Taste for the Cure will benefit the Polka Dot Mama Melanoma Foundation, which funds research, raises awareness, and educates the community about melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer. https://polkadotmama.org
Compass Center for Women and Families
This holiday season, Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill is donating 10% of our retail sales to the Compass Center for Women and Families. The Compass Center for Women and Families helps all people navigate their journey to self-sufficiency, safety, and health. Services include career and financial education, domestic violence crisis and prevention programs, assistance with legal resources, and youth health programs. compassctr.org
Chatham Arts Council
The Chatham Arts Council nurtures creative thinkers in Chatham County by investing in artists and educating kids through the arts. Chatham County is home to an astonishing number of artists who have been affected financially during the pandemic. This year, the Chatham Arts Council will help provide some relief for area artists, art organizations, and art businesses you know and love. https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/
The Orange County Rape Crisis Center 33rd Annual Holiday Auction
DLC is a proud sponsor of The Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s Annual Holiday Auction. The Orange County Rape Crisis Center (OCRCC) is an independent nonprofit agency serving the Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and surrounding communities since 1974. OCRCC works to stop sexual violence and its impact through support, education, and advocacy. www.ocrcc.org
Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet, Chapel Hill
DLC was a proud sponsor of the Virtual Freedom Fund Banquet for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP. The Freedom Fund Banquet is the branch‘s primary fundraiser each year. Proceeds support the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, National and North Carolina NAACP operations and Chapel Hill-Carrboro programming, activism and outreach.The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. https://www.chapelhillcarrboronaacp.com/
St. Thomas More Catholic School, Chapel Hill
The STM Home & School Association (HSA) coordinates fundraising efforts to benefit their school. This group of selfless volunteers is dedicated to building a community within the school by sponsoring family activities and encouraging parental involvement. The annual event is their largest fundraiser with 100% of all proceeds directly benefiting STM students. Recent projects funded by the Gala & Auction include new playground equipment, technology upgrades, and new cafeteria tables. www.stmcsnc.org
2019 Charitable Contributions
The Orange County Rape Crisis Center 32nd Annual Holiday Auction
DLC is a proud Caring sponsor of The Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s Annual Holiday Auction. The Orange County Rape Crisis Center (OCRCC) is an independent nonprofit agency serving the Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and surrounding communities since 1974. OCRCC works to stop sexual violence and its impact through support, education, and advocacy. The Holiday Auction is their largest fund raising event of the year. Dr. Adigun and some of the DLC team are attending the event to show their support and bid on the amazing items. Dr. Adigun’s sister, Katie Rose Guest Pryal, bestselling novelist, attorney, and law professor will be the special guest speaker. www.ocrcc.org
Carolina Swims Foundation, Chapel Hill
DLC donated a skincare basket for the silent auction during the Subaru Family Fun Event. Carolina Swims Foundation provides FREE swim lessons and water safety instruction to children in Foster Care. They help reduce the number of potential aquatic related fatalities among the youth in our community.
CORA Food Pantry Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The CORA Food Pantry serves any Chatham County resident or family in need of emergency food due to job loss, illness, loss of domicile, loss of breadwinner or other hardship. CORA also has two nutrition programs for children: a summer food program called SNACK! (Summer Nutritional Assistance for Chatham Kids) and the Backpack Support Program that helps independent Backpack programs provide food to disadvantaged school children for weekends and holidays. www.corafoodpantry.org
A Cappella in the Park
An event to support Dhillon’s Gift, a fund that supports research and learning in the field of congenital heart defects and honors the memory of Dhillon Shah who passed away in July 2015, at just 12 years old after complications from a heart transplant. He was both an organ recipient and donor.
The Chatham Experience
The Chatham Arts Council nurtures creative thinkers in Chatham County by investing in artists and educating kids through the arts. All proceeds from The Chatham Experience event benefit the CAC’s Artists-in-Schools Initiative, a program that has been bringing professional artists into schools to support math, science, language, and history curricula for the past four years. www.chathamanimalrescue.org
Woof-A-Palooza, Briar Chapel
The mission of Chatham Animal Rescue & Education (CARE) is to promote the health and safety of all dogs and cats in Chatham County, NC. DLC is a proud sponsor of the 2019 Woof-A-Palooza which will help raise funds to rescue animals, expand and promote our spay and neuter program, and educate our community about responsible pet ownership. www.chathamanimalrescue.org
Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride
DLC is happy to support the fund raising efforts of Team Longobardo for the Bike MS Historic New Bern Ride. Bike MS is the fundraising cycling series of the National MS Society and raises more money than any other cycling event for any other cause. To date, Bike MS cyclists, volunteers, and donors have raised more than $1.3 billion to stop MS in its tracks, restore what’s been lost, and end MS forever. nationalmssociety.org
SECU Family House Gala, Chapel Hill
The Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill is proud to sponsor the 2019 SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals Gala. The SECU Family House Gala raises mission-critical funds to for the SECU Family House. The SECU Family House provides a safe, affordable home for guests who travel great distances to UNC Hospitals for life saving treatment. www.secufamilyhouse.org
Partners for Youth Opportunity, LUEWWD Fundraiser
DLC is a proud sponsor of Partners for Youth Opportunity (PYO) and happily donated to The League of Upper Extremity Wrestling Women of Durham (LUEWWD) event which helped raise funds for Partners for Youth Opportunity (PYO) Girls Empowerment Project. PYO is a year-round, multi-year mentoring and job readiness program for teens interested in preparing for their futures. PYO focuses on 4 outcomes for their students: Educational Attainment, Economic Stability, Mentoring Relationships and Community Engagement. With over 100 volunteers and only 5 staff, PYO delivers opportunities that range from tutoring and college support to workforce training and paid internships, paired with financial literacy and savings.
Perry Harrison Elementary School, Chapel Hill
The Perry Harrison Elementary School PTA is committed to providing outreach to new students and families by encouraging participation in their events. They reach beyond the school to the partners in their community for guidance, participation, and financial support for their programs. The Perry Harrison Elementary School is located just up the road from the Dermatology & Laser Center, and the children of some of our staff attend there. This year DLC is proud to support the school’s PTA Raffle Basket and Bingo Night. www.phspta.org
St. Thomas More Catholic School, Chapel Hill
The STM Home & School Association (HSA) coordinates fundraising efforts to benefit their school. This group of selfless volunteers is dedicated to building a community within the school by sponsoring family activities and encouraging parental involvement. For the third year in a row, DLC is proud to support STM’s annual gala. www.stmcsnc.org
Caring House Benefit Gala – 2019 Table Sponsor
Caring House provides support and affordable housing to Duke Cancer Institute adult outpatients and their caregivers. Caring House is a beautiful home located in Durham and close to the Duke Cancer Institute. There are 18 private bedrooms with shared community kitchen, great room, library, water garden, and healing garden. Caring House provides a home away from home for many deserving guests as they undergo cancer treatment at Duke Cancer Institute. Caring House allows families to concentrate on healing by helping to alleviate some of the everyday burdens and also provides an extremely warm and caring community. caringhouse.org
Chatham County Council on Aging
The Mission of the Chatham County Council on Aging is to promote independent living, and physical and mental wellness, through services, supports and activities for and with the population aged 60 and older. DLC is proud to support their mission by supporting their Healthy Heart and Body Expo of 2019 with financial support and free patient education by our providers. http://chathamcouncilonaging.org
CORA Food Pantry, Chapel Hill
The CORA Food Pantry serves any Chatham County resident or family in need of emergency food due to job loss, illness, loss of domicile, loss of breadwinner or other hardship. CORA also has two nutrition programs for children: a summer food program called SNACK! (Summer Nutritional Assistance for Chatham Kids) and the Backpack Support Program that helps independent Backpack programs provide food to disadvantaged school children for weekends and holidays. This year, DLC is adding to its past support of CORA by sponsoring CORA’s 9th Annual Empty Bowls Event. www.corafoodpantry.org
2018 Charitable Contributions
Compass Center for Women and Families – 2018 DLC Giving Recipient
This holiday season, Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill is donating 10% of our retail sales to the Compass Center for Women and Families. compassctr.org
Orange County Rape Crisis Center – 31st Annual Holiday Auction
The Annual Holiday Auction is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Orange County Rape Crisis Center, and the Dermatology & Laser Center is proud to once again be one of its sponsors. www.ocrcc.org
SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals – 2018 Gala Sponsor
The Dermatology & Laser Center of Chapel Hill is proud to sponsor the 2018 SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals Gala. The SECU Family House provides a safe, affordable home for guests who travel great distances to UNC Hospitals for life saving treatment. secufamilyhouse.org
Super Cooper’s Little Red Wagon Foundation 8th Annual Rockin’ Run, Chapel Hill
A child’s diagnosis with cancer affects the whole family. The emerging new reality for these families is surgeries, countless medical procedures, radiation and chemotherapy, often requiring months away from the comforts of home and creating an unbearable financial strain. By empowering families with support, hope and a welcoming community while they are away from home, Super Cooper’s Little Red Wagon Foundation can provide strength in their fight against cancer. DLC is proud to once again sponsor the Super Cooper Rockin’ Run. www.supercooperswagon.org
Mia Hamm Foundation
The Mia Hamm Foundation is a non-profit, national organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for families in need of a marrow or cord blood transplant and to the development of more opportunities for young women in sports. DLC is pleased to financially support this cause. miafoundation.org
Gigi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers – Benefit Gala
Gigi’s Playhouse changes lives through consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community. DLC is proud to support Gigi’s Playhouse through donations to their Triangle-based location’s annual benefit gala. gigisplayhouse.org
2017 Charitable Contributions
The Fall Festival at Christ United Methodist Church
The Fall Festival at Christ United Methodist Church in Southern Village is dedicated to bringing its members and community together for lots of Family Fun. Games & prizes, crafts, raffles, inflatables, food vendors, and live music make this an event with something for everyone. There is even a dunk tank! Proceeds benefit missions serving local and global communities, as well as providing relief to those recently affected by hurricane disasters. christmethodist.org
Willow Oak Montessori, Chapel Hill – 4th Annual Spring Festival
Willow Oak Montessori strives to assist children in achieving their unique potential as responsible global citizens by nurturing self-confidence and independent decision making in a stimulating, creative, and diverse Montessori community. www.charter.willowoakmontessori.org