April Treasurer's Report
We've had a great 5 months! Thank you for your continued support.
We are proud to report that we met our initial goal of fundraising $5,000 for operating costs - to be used for legal, accounting, marketing, and printing. Most of our printing costs included brochures, cards, and signs for our "Save the Pier" campaign. Additional operating costs were incurred to promote and distribute the "Save the Pier" petition. In addition to meeting our operations fundraising goal, we also raised approx. $3,000 to be used for special projects. Our first project is Treasure Holden, an interactive scavenger hunt app with a puzzle prize to be collected when completed. We are also advocating for a commitment from the town of Holden Beach to accept funds from our organization and other public and private donors for pier repairs and improvements.
Holden Beach Community Alliance
About Us
We are a registered non-profit organization dedicated to serving the greater Holden Beach Community —both on and off the island— by preserving the rich history and heritage of our town for the families of future generations. As an advocacy group, our strategy involves working with the Town of Holden Beach, Brunswick County, and the State of North Carolina, to educate, promote, and raise funds for the restoration, preservation, and maintenance of public projects within the Holden Beach community. Our organization is open to businesses, residents, property owners, vacationers, and visitors interested in supporting our cause!
Holden Beach Fishing Pier Project
One of our initial projects is to organize a united campaign to restore, revive, and reopen the Holden Beach Fishing Pier. The town purchased the pier property and received a grant to ensure that the pier property will be used for recreation. Our goal is to support the town through fundraising efforts including events, grants, celebrity endorsements, corporate sponsorships, assistance from the state, and legislative support to reopen the pier. Once repairs are completed, the HBCA will continue to raise funds for the ongoing maintenance and improvements that will be required for the pier and/or other necessary historical preservation and community service projects.
Our Founders
Executive Board Members
Rick McInturf - Chairman of the Board & Historical Committee Chair
Lisa Ragland - Executive Secretary & Communications Committee Chair
Regina Martin - Treasurer & Fundraising Committee Chair
Keith Smith - Board Member & Marketing Committee Chair
Mike Kelly - Board Member & Fulfillment Committee Chair
Sylvia Pate - Board Member & Fundraising Committee Chair
Mission Statement
It is the purpose of the Holden Beach Community Alliance to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the greater Holden Beach Community. Through advocacy and education, we guide thoughtful change that simultaneously stewards the heritage that defines our town.
Statement of Values
- Serving others by listening and leading.
- Getting things done, together.
- Building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.
- Operating with full transparency and open communication.
- Serving as trusted stewards of the community support we receive.