

Ocean Ridge Charities Association Inc.
Serving the Brunswick County Community

WHAT'S HAPPENING...



“TOGETHER WE CARE, TOGETHER WE GIVE”
All residents and property owners of Ocean Ridge are invited to help create a colorful sea of flags next month to honor and remember loved ones while supporting Ocean Ridge Charities Association (ORCA) for the benefit of two local organizations: Habitat for Humanity and Hope Harbor Home.
The flags, with your name or that of your loved one(s), will be displayed in front of Tamer’s during the Ocean Ridge men’s and ladies’ golf leagues Charity Scramble fundraising event on November 3, and they are on sale now through October 20.
Individuals, clubs and groups are encouraged to participate, and it’s easy. Flag order forms are available at the Ridge Center, the Beach House, and at Tamer’s and Tiger’s Eye lobbies. Or you can print the flag request form by clicking the link below.
All proceeds from your flag purchases will go directly through ORCA to the two benefitting charities. Habitat for Humanity provides low- and moderate-income households the opportunity for affordable homeownership. An employee of Ocean Ridge Golf is receiving a home in Shallotte from Habitat for Humanity, so we are especially pleased to support their efforts. The Hope Harbor Home serves victims of domestic and sexual violence in Brunswick County – its services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter for women and their children, empowerment support group, victim advocacy, and community education and outreach programs.
Thanks for your contributions!
The ORLGA/ORMGA Charity Scramble Committee





ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, November 1, 11am – 3pm at the Ridge Center
Now Calling All Ocean Ridge Crafters & Artisans!
Plans are underway for the Ocean Ridge Charities Association (ORCA) Annual Arts & Crafts Fair. This year, for the first time, it will be held at our new Ridge Center. Your $30 vendor fee supports charities within Brunswick County.
We would love to have fabric artists, bakers, oil and watercolor artists, jewelers, basket weavers, paper crafts, stained glass, pottery, woodwork and other unique items that are created by our talented Ocean Ridge artists and crafters. No resale or commercial items are allowed.
Space is limited, so please reserve your spot as soon as possible. We have 6 foot tables (29” wide) or two 42” square tables available for each vendor on a first come, first serve basis. We have also received permission for participants to bring your own display tables or stands
but they must have protectors on the feet. To assist us with the room setup, please note the size of any personal furniture on the form below.
If you are interested in reserving a spot, please complete the form below and include a check for $30 made out to ORCA.
Please place your check and form in the box on the porch of:
Claudia Piccarelli, 74 Abbington Place.
If you have questions, please contact:
Sue Tunnacliffe at 609-529-5114 jasa25@aol.com or
Kathy Ferrari at 914-424-0643 Kferrari1962@gmail.com

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE TOUR: 2025

2025
MATTHEW’S MINISTRY:
WEEKEND FOOD BACKPACK PROGRAM

The Old Dominion Dames & Ocean Ridge Charities Association appreciate your support of our Weekend Food Backpack Program for Matthew’s Ministry.
We collected 53 backpacks and $1,800 in donations to help Brunswick County school kids get off to a good start!
These backpacks were delivered to Jessie Mae Monroe & Union Elementary Schools.
Thank you to all those who donated and to those who offered their porch as a collection point.


Cards 4 a Cause Delivers
Cards 4 a Cause had another stellar month recently. More than 670 cards were hand made with love & care for distribution by various local organizations including:
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Autumn Care Nursing Home
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Novant Hospital
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Hope Harbor Home
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Veterans Welcome Home Center
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Meals On Wheels
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Coastal Point
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Carousel Center
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Just One
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Providence Home
This is all made possible by a group of talented and giving Ocean Ridge residents, along with a financial donation from ORCA which has helped to extend the group’s reach.
If you have questions or are interested in joining this fun group, please contact Kelly Miller at orc4ac@gmail.com.








A Big THANK YOU to ORCA and MGDG from VWHRC for support of
“Tiny Houses”


The Veterans Welcome Home & Resource Center recently acknowledged ORCA’s partnership with the Men’s Grilled Dinner Group which raised money to build a ‘Tiny House’ in Myrtle Beach and to support a homeless veteran’s occupancy for three years, after which time the vet should be in a position to fund his own housing.
ORCA was presented an acknowledgment, certificate of appreciation and a symbolic key. The insignia, developed by ORP resident Sergio Analco, will be displayed on the house.
We are very proud of our collaboration with the MGDG in raising this money in just six months.
See the acknowledgements below:



Charitable Contributions
