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March is Social Work Month! This year’s theme, “Uplift. Defend. Transform,” honors those supporting children, families, & communities through life’s toughest moments. Take a moment to thank a social worker or share their impact! #SocialWorkMonth #ThankASocialWorker

Detail-driven, dependable, and always a step ahead, Paige keeps our operations running seamlessly and somehow makes it look effortless. Thank you for your dedication, precision, and unwavering commitment to Benchmarks. We appreciate you! 💛 #EmployeeAppreciation

We’re wrapping up the week celebrating Jasmine! A natural connector, she brings partners together, breaks down silos, and turns collaboration into action. With bold thinking and sharp insight, Jasmine helps teams find smarter solutions. Thank you, Jasmine! 💙

Next up in our Employee Appreciation Series: Kristin! She brings heart and precision to her work, blending data insight with the human story behind it. Kristin, thank you for the dedication you bring to Benchmarks every day! 💛

Our Motivational Interviewing training gives providers evidence-based communication tools that build trust, reduce resistance, and support people toward self-driven change. Learn more about this training and our others at benchmarksnc.org.

March 16–22 is National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week; a dedicated time to share science-based facts about substance use and addiction. Benchmarks supports honest conversations, trusted education, and community prevention. #NDAFW2026 #SubstanceUsePrevention #TrueFactsMatter

Welcome to Week 3 of our Employee Appreciation Series! Today we’re celebrating Amanda. She’s training leaders, building lasting skills, and showing that growth is a team sport. Her collaborative spirit strengthens North Carolina’s communities every day. 🎉

Big thanks to Nazareth Child & Family Connection for sponsoring our wildflower seed packs! Their incredible work supporting children, youth, & families is making a real difference across NC. Snag your sponsorship today! benchmarksnc.org

Big shoutout to Rapid Resource for Families for sponsoring our lanyards! Their vital work strengthening community-based behavioral health, therapeutic foster care, and family-centered solutions in NC is making a real difference for kids and families. THANK YOU!

Sponsorship opportunities for Destination 2026 are officially open! 🔗 Explore the sponsorship catalog on our website to learn more: benchmarksnc.org

Jamie turns passion into action. 6 years at Benchmarks she’s all about advocating for children and families, building strong partnerships, & creating sustainable change. Impact-focused, she consistently turns projects into meaningful results. We appreciate all that you do, Jamie!

Today is World Sleep Day! Quality sleep supports brain function, emotional regulation, and resilience at every age. So tonight, log off a little earlier, dim the lights, and give your body the rest it deserves. #WorldSleepDay #RestMatters #SleepHealth #WellBeing

Everyone… meet Sharron! 🌟With 6 years @ Benchmarks, she is relationship-driven & solution-focused, Sharron is the ultimate problem-solver; turning challenges into opportunities & making sure every project& initiative, lands with impact. Proud to celebrate her today!

Celebrating Dana Trowell, our new Business Manager! SO excited to have her on our team! A powerhouse of organization & expertise; ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, bringing precision, problem-solving, & unwavering support. Grateful for you, Dana!

Say hello to Olandra! She’s relationship-driven, solution-oriented, & always ready to tackle challenges with a fresh perspective. She has a gift for turning ideas into impact & connections into community. We’re so grateful for the energy & heart you bring to the team, Olandra! 💙

Celebrating Dylan Gibson, our Customer Engagement Specialist! Dylan is driven, impassioned & always ready to make a difference. Motivated by personal experience, he brings empathy & insight to every interaction, while connecting with our stakeholders. We appreciate you, Dylan!

New data from the NC Department of Public Instruction show strong principal retention rates and stable teacher attrition rates in public schools. #ncga #ncpol carolinajournal.com/nc-report-tout…

Next up in our Employee Appreciation Series…Brittaney Ratzlaff! Brittaney has been leading with heart, purpose, and a passion that inspires action. She’s always ready to go the distance, and that drive makes a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Grateful!

Employee Appreciation Week? We’re thinking bigger. At Benchmarks, we’re celebrating our incredible team ALL. MONTH. LONG. Stay tuned as we highlight the amazing people behind the mission. You won’t want to miss it!

At Benchmarks, we support agencies serving children, adults, and families through training, advocacy, and collaborative efforts that build stronger communities across North Carolina. Learn more at benchmarksnc.org!