FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

27 JANUARY 2024

[CALDWELL COUNTY, NC] – To celebrate the memory of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Caldwell County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) donated 19 books about Rev. Dr. King to Valmead Elementary School and provided volunteers to read some of the books to students on Friday, January 12, prior to the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. Rose Anna MacDonald, NAACP representative, collaborated with Valmead Elementary School Principal, Zach Morrow, and Media Specialist, Megan Simms, to select age-appropriate books on the life and achievements of Rev. Dr. King and to arrange for the volunteers to read to Valmead students. NAACP volunteers participating in the Valmead Project included Linda Cowart, Jennie Deal, Marcella Hines, Paul Hines, Elaine Setzer-Maxwell, and Pam Reid.

The volunteers pictured are (L to R) Pam Reid, Jennie Deal, Paul Hines, Marcella Hines, and Elaine Setzer-Maxwell; pictured separately is Linda Cowart reading to students.

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The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by the 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

NOTE: The Caldwell County Branch, Unit number 5410-B, has a membership of 100+ strong in the County.