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Kenya Graham and Madiana Sanoh-Udeozo join Renee Chou to discuss the Giving from the Sole Masquerade Sneaker Ball, the Capital City Chapter of Jack and Jill of America's signature fundraiser. The event combines elegance and comfort while supporting local charities and providing college grants for students.
CJF America, already facing criminal charges in Durham against its executives, is now the subject of a criminal investigation by Roxboro police.
Southport Cares was formed five years ago. When the town became the victim of a mass shooting, the nonprofit realized it was time to step up.
Kristen Picot, the president of Durham-based CJF America, appeared in court on Thursday. CJF America is accused of not paying its employees. Picot did not answer WRAL Investigates' questions after her court appearance on Thursday.
Another set of employees is suing CJF America, seeking unpaid wages and describing an understaffed, disorganized summer camp environment.
The Inter-Faith Food Shuttle in Raleigh has seen an increase in people needing its services - up to 300 more between August and September - as federal workers feel the impact of the government shutdown.
A man said he gave CJF America's founder and chief financial officer nearly $200,000 to invest, but now fears the money is gone after learning of criminal charges and allegations against the company's executives
A man said he gave CJF America's founder and chief financial officer nearly $200,000 to invest, but now fears the money is gone after learning of criminal charges and allegations against the company's executives.
Leaders working on behalf of Triangle area food pantries and nonprofits said the federal government shutdown is putting more pressure on their organizations.
A former employee of Durham-based CJF America, which faces lawsuits and criminal charges over accusations of not paying employees, says he finally received a partial payment.
CJF America President Kristen Picot missed her second straight court date on misdemeanor worthless check charges, with her attorney stating she was hospitalized in Raleigh.
Nicholas Gallardo, CFO of the Courtney Jordan Foundation, and Courtney Jordan, the company's founder, are charged with obtaining property by false pretenses and felony conspiracy in connection the the foundation, also known as CJF America. Arrest warrants have been issued.
A lawsuit filed by seven former employees against CJF America remains unserved, while the company's president recently missed a court appearance. Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate the Durham-based company.
The president of the Durham-based company accused of not paying its employees missed her court date on Tuesday, and now a judge could issue an order for her arrest.
The Durham-based nonprofit, CJF America, which is accused of failing to pay its employees, has a history of making unfulfilled promises in Siler City.
Parents of children who attended a CJF America summer camp shared their positive experiences, even as the company faces a lawsuit and criminal investigation for allegedly not paying its workers.
Kristen Picot, president of the Durham-based nonprofit CJF America, is facing four misdemeanor charges for "simple worthless checks."
