University Christian High Schools Cross Country Team Partners with Shining Hope Farms

Nov 20, 2022 | News

University Christian High School at Shining Hope Farms

On November 10th 2022, Shining Hope Farms staff members Destynee Sanders and Joan Rex were honored to receive a donation from University Christian High Schools Cross Country Team.

Coach Jim Frizzell of the UCHS Cross Country Team, presented a $100 check to the Shining Hope Farms Conover Farm. The CC team received the Second Place Community Service Award “Racing to Help Those in Need” at the 2022 John F. Hall Catawba United Way Cross Country Invitational.

The team has partnered with us in Conover by volunteering their time and talents during Saturday Volunteer Service events. We are so grateful for this great group of young men and women who have stepped up to make our farm a better place for those in need of hope in the surrounding Conover communities.

The CC team also joined the Conover farm for our Saddles and Salutes 5K-10K Trail Run honoring our Veteran’s and First Responders in September of this year. Many of their team members received awards for their excellent performance during the race.

Thank you to University Christian High School for being the change we all want to see in the world. We look forward to your participation in our service events next year.

More News & Events

A New Space for Hope: Thank You, SolidBuild!

Aug 25, 2026 | ,

Something very special has taken shape at our Charlotte farm. Our new Hope Shed, a dedicated space designed to expand Shining Hope Farms’ nature-based mental health counseling services, has officially been delivered and assembled—and it was made possible through an...

Celebrating Leadership: Executive Director Patrice Gibson Earns CFRE Credential

Aug 12, 2026 |

We are excited to share that our Executive Director, Patrice Gibson, has officially earned her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential! Administered by CFRE International, this globally recognized designation signifies excellence, ethics, and mastery in nonprofit fundraising leadership. Patrice’s dedication to expanding her expertise ensures Shining Hope Farms remains sustainable, strong, and focused on creating greater community impact.

Shining Hope Farms Receives $10,000 Grant from the TELUS North Carolina Community Board to Support Nature-Based Therapy Through Outdoor Farm Enhancements

Oct 21, 2025 |

Shining Hope Farms is pleased to announce it received a $10,000 grant from the TELUS North Carolina Community Board. The funding will support the creation of new nature-based play and therapy spaces at the nonprofit’s three farm locations in Charlotte, Mt. Holly, and Conover, NC, where children with disabilities and mental health needs receive life-changing therapy.

Care for the Caregiver – Double care…one stop

Aug 7, 2025 | ,

Care for the Caregiver is here. While your child is in therapy at Shining Hope Farms, you can now use that time to care for your own mental health with a licensed counselor—right here on-site. It’s convenient, covered by insurance (including Medicaid), and designed just for you.