Author: Jenna

Volunteer Spotlight- We would like to use this opportunity to highlight one of our many
volunteers. We are proud to have Jay Boulter (pictured) serving with us. He is a hands-on
volunteer who goes above and beyond daily to serve those in need. Jay loads up his truck
and delivers street and house boxes all over Brunswick County. In 2025 74 house boxes were
delivered. A house box is set up for families that have a kitchen available but limited
resources. In addition, 59 street boxes were delivered. A street box is set up for those who do
not have a kitchen and are supplied with ready to eat meals and often camping utensils.
That’s a total of 133 deliveries! The boxes all try to cover the 5 major food groups and 1 street
box can save someone or be equivalent to $60-$80 dollars in groceries. Not only does Jay
deliver boxes, but he also brings blankets, sleeping bags and other necessities when
available. Jay truly delivers from the heart-he is a listening ear and a kind voice of reason
when people are struggling.

Joe Staton (center), President of the Brunswick County Homeless Coalition, receives a check for $4,000 on April 13, 2026 from the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Charitable Foundation.

Sheriff Brian M. Chism (left), and Monique Stenquist, Chair of the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Charitable Foundation (right), presented the award. Funds raised at the Sheriff’s Annual Charity Ball, “Diamonds and Denim,” held on March 6, 2026, were used to award grants to BCHC and two other non-profits, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare and His Chosen Outreach Ministries.

Thank you to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Charitable Foundation for hosting a wonderful event and for your generosity!

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Thank you for the Check-In & Review, Mattress Capital Shallotte!

️️“Jay Boulter from the Brunswick County Homeless Coalition visited to explore ways to support a young couple facing extraordinary challenges. I invited Jay to return on Friday, ensuring the couple would have a safe haven that night. It’s heartening to see organizations like BCHC, which operates with limited resources, yet is fueled by compassionate individuals dedicated to uplifting those struggling in our rapidly growing county. Notably, one of our valued customers has recently upgraded to the latest Tempurpedic model, and generously passed on their gently used bed, which still has a decade of life left. This act not only benefits those in need but also reduces waste in our landfill. The next time you’re organizing your attic and planning a trip to the consignment shop, consider contacting Jay BCHC to explore ways to make a meaningful impact”

-Mattress Capital Shallotte

On January 22nd (Ocean Ridge Charities Association) awarded BCHC a grant in the amount of $5,750 from their annual fall grants.

Ocean Ridge Charities Association, the BCHC would like to thank you for the generous grant!

Specifically, this contribution will be used for: Eviction prevention, rental assistance, emergency shelter and utility assistance. The use of funds will be effective upon receipt.

ORCA’s contribution would help support BCHC’s efforts to prevent homelessness and provide other services for those in need in Brunswick County.

In the photo from left to right, Terry Holt of ORCA; Mary Perno, ORCA president; and Joe Staton, BCHC board president.

ORCA’s website is www.orcharities.org and they are located at Ocean Ridge in OIB.