College Supports Burke Hospice with Gift

Morganton, NC –Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) raised $1,300 at its recent Hoops for Hospice event to benefit Burke Hospice and Palliative Care. The proceeds from the College’s 2015 fundraiser will provide support to Camp Dragonfly, a grief-counseling camp for local children offered annually by Burke Hospice. The Camp provides a safe place for children to express their feelings and move forward in their healing. All activities are age-appropriate and supervised by Hospice staff. Shown (l-r) are Gene Gaither, WPCC Hoops for Hospice coach, and Dr. Michael S. Helmick, WPCC President, presenting the College’s gift to Sondra Daniels, Burke Hospice and Palliative Care bereavement specialist, and Chasity Poteat, Hospice vice president of marketing.

Western Piedmont Community College is situated in the picturesque rolling foothills of Morganton, North Carolina, and has served the citizens of Burke County since 1964. Each year, more than 10,700 students pursue personal enrichment, new skills for a job or career, high school diplomas, college degrees, and transfer pathways. Apply online or visit the Western Piedmont campus to apply in person.