Previous Charity Events
We pride ourselves on being a group of enthusiasts who give back to the community of North Carolina through events and charitable donations. Each year, members of the Society select one or two North Carolina charities to donate to.
Here a some of the amazing memories from those charity events.
Total Donations To Date:
$230,397.00
01.
19 February 2019
2019 Spring Event Fund Raiser - $26,900.00
This was NCBS 1st Charity event. Funds for this event were split between "The Dragonfly House" and "Metavivor". We were a very small group, just trying to make a difference. There are no photos from this event; however, there are plenty of photos from the presentations below.
01.a.
5 April 2019
The Dragonfly House - Share the Love Gala
The Dragonfly House Children’s Advocacy Center is a 501c3 non-profit agency that provides confidential, coordinated services to boys and girls ages birth through 17. These services include forensic interviews, child abuse medical exams, victim advocacy and support, mental health treatment, coordinated case review services, and community outreach & education. All of our services are free of charge and are offered to the child & their non-offending family members for the life of their case and for as long as they need afterwards.
This was are 1st donation as a group, not bad for a small group, only about a year old.
Donation = $13,450.00
01.b.
6 April 2019
METAvivor - Triangle Metsquerade
METAvivor is dedicated to the specific fight of women and men living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. At the time of METAvivor’s founding, no organization was dedicated to funding research for the disease and no patient groups were speaking out about the dearth of stage 4 cancer research. While more and more people have taken up the cry for more stage 4 research, METAvivor remains the sole US organization dedicated to awarding annual stage 4 breast cancer research.
This was our 2nd donation as a group and one that hit close to home. A member of the Society was battling stage 4 cancer. She has since lost that battle; however, we keep fighting in her name.
Donation = $13,450.00
02.
1 June 2019
Unit Scholarship Fund
The USF is an ALL-VOLUNTEER, non-profit, tax-exempt 501 (c)(3) organization, and since its establishment in 1993, it has honored our Fallen Special Operations Soldiers by awarding merit based post-secondary educational memorial scholarships to the Daughters, Sons and Spouses of America’s most elite Fighting Force.
For our 2nd fundraiser we will started our day at Southern Grace Distilleries in Mt. Pleasant where Leanne and her staff provided us a VIP behind the scenes tour of the old Prison that is now the home of their award winning Conviction bourbon (as well as a few other labels). This tour lasted a little over 2 hours. From there, we headed over to 73 & Main for dinner and the donation presentation to the USF Board Members.
Donation = $2,020.00
03.
29 February 2020
2020 Spring Event Fund Raiser - $22,049.00
For our third event, the Society once again chose the The Dragonfly House Children’s Advocacy Center as the primary charity to raise funds for. NCBS teamed up with a local Raleigh Restaurant - Uninhabited for dinner and drinks for the event. NCBS members came out in full force and it was standing room only that night .
03.a.
27 March 2020
The Dragonfly House - Share the Love Gala
The Dragonfly House Share the Love Gala did not happen in 2020 due to COVID19; however, NCBS still managed to make a large donation!
Donation = $22,049.00
04.
04 August 2020
Unit Scholarship Fund Fundraiser - $1,500
For our fourth event, the Society decided to do a special Salute to Service Single Barrel. This military appreciation bottle was dedicated to all of the Active Duty Military, Retirees, Veterans, and First Responders. In addition, this bottle happed raise money for Gold-Star Family scholarships.
This was a difficult pick to get arranged with the COVID restrictions; however, this pick was for a special cause. The team spread out across the rickhouse and yelled their notes out to each other for each barrel.
Donation = $1,500
05.
01 May 2021
2021 Spring Event Fund Raiser - $43,125.00
For our fifth event, the Society went all out. We acquired some sponsors, found a large venue, and added a catered meal. Much Thanks to Olde Raleigh Distillery and Bardstown Bourbon Company!!!
Funds for this event were split between "The Dragonfly House" and "Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon".
05.a.
10 May 2021
Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon
The Boys & Girls Club mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. With dedicated youth facilities open daily, each staffed with full-time, trained youth development professionals serving as role models and mentors.
Since NCBS hosted its 2021 Charity Event at Olde Raleigh Distillery, we asked Owner and Master Blender, Brandon McCraney what charity he would like to nominate. Brandon selected the local Zebulon Boys & Girls Club.
The Town Mayor, Town Commissioners, and Boys & Girls Club Director all come out for the check presentation.
Donation = $10,000.00
05.b.
22 May 2021
The Dragonfly House - Share the Love Gala
The NCBS presentation to The Dragonfly House was at their 10th Annual Share the Love Gala. It was held at the Richard Childress Vineyards, was a themed event (Masquerade Ball), and was hosted by Cindy Famer from WGHP Fox 8.
For this event, NCBS became a VIP Sponsor and also co-sponsored a tasting event which included five different NCBS single Barrel Picks - Barrell Craft Spirits "Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock'N'Roll"; Bullet "The Dude"; Russell's Reserve "NCBS Charity"; New Riff "Wrecking Ball"; and Smooth Amber Old Scout "Salute to Service".
Donation = $33,125.00
06.
02 April 2022
2022 Spring Event Fund Raiser - $63,703.00
For our sixth event, the Society went all out again. We acquired a ton of sponsors, did a "Fill the Barrel", catered meal, and presented two Stave Holder coins. Even had some bourbon Royalty in the house...
Funds for this event were split between "The Dragonfly House" and "Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon".
Stave Holder Presentations. Stave Holder Status is awarded to those individuals within the Bourbon Community that have constantly demonstrated the core values of selfless service, that strive for the betterment of the bourbon industry, a benefactor of charity, and have shown behavior above and beyond regular membership requirements to service their community, charity or the group; all without want or demand for recognition.
Kris Howell, Vice Chairwoman of the Dragonfly House Board of Directors.
Nicholas Lewis, Bardstown Bourbon Company
06.a.
06 May 2022
Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon
Since NCBS hosted its 2022 Charity Event at Olde Raleigh Distillery, we asked Owner and Master Blender, Brandon McCraney what charity he would like to nominate. Brandon once again selected the local Zebulon Boys & Girls Club.
The Town Mayor, Town Commissioners, and Boys & Girls Club Director all come out for the check presentation.
Donation = $15,025.00
Stave Holder Presentation. Early that week, NCBS presented Brandon McCraney with his Stave Holder coin for his unwavering selfless service and dedication to his community.
06.b.
06 May 2022
The Dragonfly House - Share the Love Gala
The NCBS presentation to The Dragonfly House was at their 11th Annual Share the Love Gala. This years the event moved to the Millennium Center in Winston-Salem and was a 80's Prom Theme.
As you can imagine the members of NCBS went all out for this event... Check out the photos if there is any doubt.
NCBS was once again a VIP Sponsor and also co-sponsored a tasting event which included five different NCBS single Barrel Picks - Woodford Reserve Double Oak "Flavor, Flav Wheel"; Stellum Bourbon "Make My Day"; OKI "The Barrel That Should Not Be"; Russell's Reserve "NCBS Charity 2022"; Old Foster Barrel Proof "Alright, Alright, Alright"; and a bonus: Major Pingree Rye "Lost Boys".
Donation = $36,552.00
07.
14 July 2022
Smooth Ambler Spirits
Stave Holder Presentation
NCBS was honored to present Mr. John Little and Mr. Andrew Robinson with Stave Holder coins. The Smooth Ambler team has been tremendous supporters of NCBS, North Carolina Charities, and bringing great bourbon to North Carolina!!! Without them, we would not have been able to raise as much $$ for charity as we have over the last four years.
Their West Virginia moxie, hometown pride, and all-around positive nature make them one of the best in business!!! They are a must visit and a must have bourbon/rye on your shelf to enjoy.
We are honored to have such great supporters and friends like John, Andrew, and the entire Smooth Ambler team.
Smooth Ambler Support to NCBS and Charity Fundraising = $Priceless$
08.
14 September 2022
Dragonfly House Four Roses Single Barrel
NCBS was honored to be selected to team up with Four Roses and the Mocksville-Coolemee ABC Board to raise money for the The Dragonfly House. This was an amazing experience and helped raise funds for a great cause.
Donation = $12,151.00
09.
11 December 2022
The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
For their philanthropic efforts and community service, NCBS Board Members Mr. Brent Hamby, Mr. Justin Gold, and Mr. David Hadsall have been Commissioned by Governor Andy Beshear as Kentucky Colonel's.
The commission of Kentucky Colonel is the highest title of honor bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky. It is recognition of an individual’s noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding service to our community, state, and nation.
10.
11 March 2023
2023 Spring Event Fund Raiser - $66,100.00
For our seventh main event, the Society had a goal to top all past events. The Team from Bardstown and Green River help welcome members in the door, tons of door prizes, and everyone left with a bottle of Buffalo Trace.
The sponsor list increased, the catered meal was amazing, and presented three Stave Holder coins.
Funds for this event were split between "The Dragonfly House" and "Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon".
Stave Holder Presentation. Tim Taylor, Chris Davis, and Bill Rose
10.a.
28 March 2023
Boys & Girls Club of Zebulon
Olde Raleigh Distillery and NCBS have partnered over the last three years and raised over $40,000 in donations for the Boys & Girls Club
Also, it was great talking with the Mayor of Zebulon and the Director of the Wake County Boys & Girls Club. We made them both Honorary Members of NCBS and presented both of them with NCBS coins.
Donation = $15,500.00
10.b.
31 March 2023
The Dragonfly House - Share the Love Gala
The NCBS presentation to The Dragonfly House was at their 12th Annual Share the Love Gala. This years event, NCBS had the honor of being Presenting Sponsor. It is hard to imagine that a NCBS, with less than 600 people, could make this much of a difference. How far we have come.
As the primary sponsor, the members of NCBS went all above and beyond. Everyone was in their 1920's best, the Speakeasy with a jazz band was incredible, and the bourbon was plentiful.
NCBS also co-sponsored a tasting event which included five different NCBS single Barrel Picks - Larceny "NCBS for Asheville"; Barrell Craft Spirits " A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock N Roll"; Russell's Reserve "NCBS Charity 2023"; Jack Daniel's SiB Barrel Proof "I Want My Barrel Proof"; and 1792 Full Proof SiB "Lucky 214".
Donation = $50,600.00
NCBS also made Brandi Reagan, Executive Director of the Dragonfly House and Rene Crawford, Development Director of the Dragonfly house, honorary members and presented them with NCBS Member Coins.
11.
09 December 2023
Mocksville Dragonfly House Raffle
NCBS had the opportunity to participate in a Dragonfly House Raffle Event. For this event NCBS donated a 2018 Rock Hill Farms, a 2022 Four Rose Private Selection Single Barrel (Dragonfly House Addition), and a 2023 NCBS Dream Spirits 9-year Single Barrel. Tickets for these bottles raised a combined total of $3,500!!!
Donation = $3,500
12.
20 January 2024
Dragonfly House Resupply
The Dragonfly House was in need of a resupply and posted a list of items on their website. Without hesitation, NCBS purchased as much of the wish list as possible and just showed up with a delivery!
Donation = $1,500
13.
06 April 2024
2024 Spring Event Fund Raiser
