Western Carolina Cluster Community Service Project:
Barber-Scotia Thrive
What it Is
A donation-based service project supporting Barber-Scotia College students with three essentials:
Pantry (food security)
Dorm (living & cleaning supplies)
Dignity (Toiletries & Feminine Products)
Who it Supports
Male and female students living on campus including many
student-athletes with limited food-prep resources and dorm-life needs.
When & Where:
● Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
● Location: Charlotte Marriott City Center, 100 W. Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202
● Activation: Donation drop-off at the Cluster
(no campus visit)
How It Works
Drop Off
Bring donations to the clearly marked Barber-Scotia Thrive drop-off area at the Cluster
(for registered Western Carolina Cluster attendees only).
Pack
Volunteers will sort & pack items on-site during the Western Carolina Cluster.
Give
Barber-Scotia will accept the consolidated donation at the Cluster; remaining
items are delivered to campus within 72 hours by our Delivery Captain.
Prefer to ship?
Use our Amazon Wish List for direct-to-campus delivery.
Mail items to: Cannon Ballers - Barber Scotia Dorm Drive
130 West Avenue Kannapolis, NC 28081
What to Bring
Pantry (no-cook/microwave-ready, athlete-friendly):
Protein shakes; tuna/chicken pouches; instant oatmeal cups; ready rice/quinoa cups; mac & cheese cups; low-sodium soups (pull-tab); nut butters; protein/granola bars; trail mix; fruit cups/applesauce; electrolyte packets; bottled water.
Dorm & cleaning essentials:
Twin XL bedding; towel sets; shower caddies; laundry bags/hampers; hangers; surge-protected power strips; detergent pods; dryer sheets; stain-remover pens; disinfecting wipes; multi-surface cleaner; sponges/microfiber cloths; compact broom & dustpan; 13-gallon trash bags.
Dignity & period care (gender-inclusive):
Toothbrush/paste; soap/body wash; shampoo/conditioner; deodorant; lotion; razors/shave cream; nail clippers; lip balm; masks; pads/tampons/liners (various absorbencies); textured-hair care (sulfate-free options, leave-in/curl cream); satin
bonnets; combs/brushes.
Guidelines
Shelf-stable, individually packed; no glass; label common allergens. Donate boxed small appliances for common areas only (microwave, electric kettle, compact fridge, small air fryer), if permitted by campus.
Impact Goals
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3,500+ shelf-stable food items
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120 Dorm-in-a-Box kits
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140 Dignity kits
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12-month restock plan via Wish List + partners
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Empower Our Families
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Uplift Our Local Community
International Program Alignment:
For additional help Contact
Chantel Thompson, Anti-Basileus,
cbt.aka1908@gmail.com or 704-224-1964
Thank you for being Supreme in Service to All Mankind—your donation turns basic needs into better outcomes for a historic HBCU!