Check out the latest news and stories from Holy Angels, a nonprofit in North Carolina supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions.

 

Holy Angels and Belmont, NC to Shine During Good Morning America Broadcast

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Holy Angels and Belmont, NC to Shine During Good Morning America Broadcast

Good Morning America will feature the mission of Holy Angels and highlight its five sponsored businesses that celebrate abilities and enable individuals who are differently able to gain life skills, achieve meaningful work, and build relationships and a sense of belonging within the community. The story is part of a series called “My Kind of Town” highlighting communities across the country and the people who make them special.

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Our Summer HeartLine is Here!

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Our Summer HeartLine is Here!

The Summer edition of our HeartLine newsletter is here! This issue is all about joy and creativity, new experiences and generosity—the moments that make Holy Angels such a special place.

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Unveiling the Mystery: The Holy Angels 70th Anniversary Gala

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Unveiling the Mystery: The Holy Angels 70th Anniversary Gala

This fall, Holy Angels will host its 70th Anniversary Gala: The Mystery of Holy Angels, an unforgettable evening of celebration, reflection and wonder. Join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at The Revelry at Camp North End in Charlotte as we honor our rich history and the lives transformed through our mission.

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Behind Every Boat Ride, a Big-Hearted Volunteer

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Behind Every Boat Ride, a Big-Hearted Volunteer

Each summer at Holy Angels brings one of our residents’ favorite experiences—boat rides at Camp Hope. Nestled along the shores of Lake Wylie, our camp gives all 82 residents the opportunity to enjoy the sights, sounds and freedom of the water. These rides provide far more than just fun for our residents. The fresh air, spray of the water and movement of the boat create a powerful sensory experience that fosters joy, connection and excitement. None of it would be possible, however, without our volunteer boat captains.

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Donor Spotlight: The Smith Family and "Adina's Butterfly"

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Donor Spotlight: The Smith Family and "Adina's Butterfly"

A magnificent swallowtail butterfly stands in Darwin and Myra Smith’s yard near Lake Norman—but soon, “Adina’s butterfly” will make its permanent home at Holy Angels, welcoming families to the new Children’s Campus for years to come.

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QC Life Stops by to Spin Cotton Candy

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QC Life Stops by to Spin Cotton Candy

We had a sweet time with WBTV’s QC Life and Jana Angel at the Cotton Candy Factory, a sponsored business of Holy Angels. Sharing smiles, sweets and our story is always a joy—especially when it’s this much fun! Jana met Mary Ellen, a crew member at Cotton Candy Factory, who taught her how to spin cotton candy. The QC Life audience also learned about the mission of Holy Angels and how sponsored businesses like Cotton Candy Factory provide employment and skill-building opportunities for residents and Life Choices participants.

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Holy Angels Voted Best Nonprofit in Gaston County

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Holy Angels Voted Best Nonprofit in Gaston County

We are honored to announce that Holy Angels has been named the 2025 Best Nonprofit in Gaston County by the Gaston Gazette’s Community’s Choice Awards!

This award, determined by community nominations and votes, is a meaningful reminder of how deeply our mission of mercy resonates with the people of Gaston County.

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Our Commitment to Quality in Action

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Our Commitment to Quality in Action

At Holy Angels, our mission is more than words—it’s a daily commitment to providing the highest quality of care for the individuals we serve. In 2024, that dedication was tested and proven time and again. Over the course of the year, Holy Angels underwent more than 50 surveys and assessments by various state and regulatory entities across our programs. Each came back with no corrections—and the highest possible rating.

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Our Spring HeartLine is Here!

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Our Spring HeartLine is Here!

The Spring issue of our HeartLine newsletter is here! It's filled with powerful stories of hope, growth and the incredible people who make Holy Angels such a special place.

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Golden Angel: Samantha Holmes

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Golden Angel: Samantha Holmes

Meet our Golden Angel, Samantha Holmes! Sam has been with Holy Angels since 2010. She started as a Healthcare Tech, and then stayed connected with Holy Angels while completing her nursing degree, and is now working as a Nurse Supervisor.

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Introducing our 2025 Spotlight Angel - Emberley

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Introducing our 2025 Spotlight Angel - Emberley

Before coming to Holy Angels, Emberley’s first seven months of life were spent in the NICU and then in and out of the hospital receiving palliative care. Doctors were unsure what her future might hold, and her family was in search of help—seeking a place where Emberley could not only be cared for but also truly flourish.

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About Holy Angels: Now entering its 70th year, Holy Angels, Inc. provides medical services and specialized therapies, residential living, special education, creative arts and spiritual opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions. The nonprofit currently serves more than 80 residents ranging from ages 2 to 83. Its innovative programs also extend to vocational training and meaningful employment to support adults in reaching their highest potential through five sponsored businesses - Cherubs Café, Cotton Candy Factory, Spruced Goose Station, Bliss Gallery and Market on Main. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy, Holy Angels maintains international accreditation from CARF, and employs more than 350 trained, committed individuals and maintains high standards of compliance with all federal, state and local governing bodies.