PUBLISHER Pam Mashburn
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Jina Miniard
MANAGING EDITOR
Kinsey de Torres
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Heather Ruddock
DESIGN Heather Ruddock Jessica Barganier Alex Merriweather
EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTOR Kinsey de Torres
PHOTOGRAPHY Aubrie Lemon Moates Buck Jordan
WEB MASTER
Erick Acevedo
SALES / ADVERTISING
Christina Bennett Angie Jordin Courtney Lowry
Dear Readers,
This month’ s CentrAL INC! is all about the heart of our community— our nonprofits, the people who lead them and the businesses and individuals who step up to support their missions.
In this issue, we’ re pulling back the curtain on fundraising— from creative events to innovative campaigns that keep vital programs running. We’ re also talking about corporate giving and how local companies are making generosity part of their business model, proving that investing in the community is good for everyone.
These stories aren’ t just about dollars— they’ re about impact. They’ re about neighbors helping neighbors, about seeing a need and finding a way to meet it and about the partnerships that make our region stronger. My hope is that as you read, you’ ll be inspired to get involved, whether that’ s through your time, your talents or your resources.
As always, thanks for being part of this incredible community. The generosity and compassion here never cease to amaze me, and I’ m so proud we get to share those stories with you.
DIGITAL CONTENT / SOCIAL MEDIA Olivia Holloway Anna Lynn Grant
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Pamela Greer
ENEWSLETTER
Kinsey de Torres
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Ann Harper City of Millbrook
Andrew Stieb City of Wetumpka
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Kindell Anderson Montgomery County Commission
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Anita Carter Jim Wilson & Associates
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