Sandhills Community College was recently recognized with a Nonprofit Excellence Award
at the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce annual business dinner held on January 29,
2026.
The award recognizes a mission-driven nonprofit that serves Hoke County with purpose
and passion. The recipient demonstrates meaningful, visible community impact strong
leadership and long-term sustainability while actively collaborating with local businesses,
organizations, and chamber initiatives to improve lives across the community.
"We are incredibly grateful to the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce for this recognition.
At Sandhills Community College, our work is powered by partnerships. Hoke County businesses,
community leaders, and families inspire us to keep expanding access to education,
training, and support that changes lives," said Taylor McCaskill, Senior Director
of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships at Sandhills Community College
Stephanie Hendrix, Executive Director of the Raeford-Hoke Chamber, said, “We are very
appreciative for the College’s continued involvement in our community and the strong
partnership we’ve built this past year. From workforce development to small business
support, their impact is felt all across Hoke County and we’re excited to keep growing
our business community together.”
The Chamber and Small Business Center at Sandhills Community College is launching
a new Breakfast Club for small business and entrepreneurs starting on Tuesday, February
10, from 8 to 9 a.m. for members held at the Sandhills Community College, Hoke Campus.
Guests are invited to have breakfast, learn something valuable, and connect with fellow
small business owners. The first topic is The Entrepreneurial Mindset & Limiting Beliefs
(Part 1 of 2). It focuses on how language, beliefs, and internal narratives impact
confidence, consistency, and business decisions. Members can register online here.