Whether you are a tourist, resident, or business person, everyone agrees our geographic location along the beautiful Cumberland River makes Cheatham County one of the best recreational areas within 20 minutes of Nashville. Take advantage of the many things to do in Cheatham County! With options like zip-lining in Kingston Springs, floating down the Harpeth River, hiking the Bicentennial Trail in Ashland City, and boating the Cumberland River, you always have something outdoors to do. Enjoy a stay in one of the many airbnbs or hotels, do some shopping, and dine in Pleasant View. And as you read this guide, you will learn Cheatham County is a caring community filled with the many ways we care for each other and those that call this place home. If you are visiting, experience the warmth and hospitality of our community and return many more times to the place we call home.
We love our community and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
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Misty M. Keenan, Executive Director www.DiscoverCheathamCounty.org P.O. Box 453 • Ashland City, TN 37015 info@cheathamchamber.org • Office: 615-792-6722
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Imagination Library
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An Historical Account Of Non Profits A non-profit action or a not-for-profit entity in the simplest of terms is a group of certain individuals working towards a common objective other than revenue generation for personal gains. The widely popularized non profit actions are generally ones that target social issue or voice the opinion of a certain section of the society on a particular issue. The surplus funds generated by such organization are utilized in furthering the designated causes and actions. The very first charitable organization in the world is believed to have been situated in London. The year 1741 is thought to be the time when the concept of non-profits first emerged in the world. The Foundling Hospital in London is supposedly the first non-profit entity to ever exist in the era of mankind. Later on, YMCA was founded in the year 1884, and The Red Cross was established in the year 1881. After the Tax Reform Act in 1969, the number of non-profits in the US increased rapidly over the years. As stated by the Business Master File (4/2016), 1,571,056 tax-exempt organizations were monitored to be up and running. Prior to the emergence of modern laws, non-profits indulged in giving away large salaries to the employees working at the upper level of the organization’s hierarchy. As new laws came into effect that stated the terms for a business to be formed non-profit, a cap on the salaries of the employees of not-for-profit organizations came into being. However, it is a common misconception that a non-profit entirely consists of volunteers and zero salaried employees. Salaried employees do exist in the non profit sector, but the salaries aren’t extravagant. Non-profits are growing at a much faster rate when compared to commercial organizations. One thing can be interpreted from the above fact; humanity is taking baby steps towards attaining its best. Theodore Roosevelt has said it best; “No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”
When was the first volunteer organization created in the U.S.? 1736! Were donations to charities always tax-deductible? No! There are many questions and facts about non profits that may surprise people that work in the industry. It is important to understand the history of non profit organizations in order to see where the future may go. Nonprofit organizations actually pre-date the constitution and formation of America. Famously, Alexis de Tocqueville wrote in 1831: “I must say that I have seen Americans make a great deal of real sacrifices to the public welfare; and have noticed a hundred instances in which they hardly ever failed to lend a faithful support to one another”. “No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” -Theodore Roosevelt
https://www.npaction.org/history-and-growth-of-non-profit-action/
https://www.wholewhale.com/tips/15-historical- nonprofit-moments-you-should-know/
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There is something truly special about holding the keys to your own home. For many, the journey to
In 2011, several business men and women of Cheatham County took great interest in the mission of the organization and petitioned
homeownership is a rather smooth ride. But for others, it seems daunting, overwhelming, and sometimes even impossible. Every day, Jeff Bennett, Habitat for Humanity Director of Divisions-Greater Nashville, meets people who have intimidating barriers standing between them and the keys to their very own front door. Habitat for Humanity, however, works to train and empower qualified applicants who are ready and willing to knock those barriers down for good. Since 1976, the non profit Christian housing organization has not only helped people gain financial literacy, but has also provided home ownership opportunities that would have otherwise been impossible. And while the countless blessings of Habitat for Humanity span clear across the globe, the Cheatham County community has certainly felt the power of its expansive reach.
for a “Cheatham affiliate.” However, at that time, the population of the county did not support the 50,000 minimum threshold that Habitat International required for a stand-alone affiliate. Refusing to give up, they decided to ask Habitat of Greater Nashville to consider opening a division in Cheatham County. Since then, the Cheatham Division of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville has been providing affordable home ownership opportunities at the local level. Currently, the division is headed by Bennett, Geneva Phillips (Volunteer Engagement Manager), and Jackie Russell (development coordinator). To date, the Cheatham community has partnered with Habitat to provide home ownership opportunities for 11 households scattered throughout the county. While every household has their own unique tale to tell about how Habitat changed the direction
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of their path, one particular homeowner stands out to Bennett. He fondly remembers a woman who was of retirement age, working two part-time jobs just to pay her rent. He recalls her being one of the most hard- working women he’s ever met. Once she successfully completed the Habitat program, she was able to fully enjoy the many perks of retirement with an affordable mortgage on her home that is nestled in a quiet and safe Cheatham County neighborhood. Besides taking a step back and watching a new homeowner like her turn her house key for the very first time, those involved with the organization would certainly say that one of the most incredible parts of the journey is watching people come together to help. Of course, to make success stories like this possible in Cheatham County, Habitat needs immense community support. People can support the mission by sponsorships, being an advocate for affordable homeownership, sharing the Habitat program with friends and family who may want to apply for the program, and volunteering at build sites. “A large part of this success is due to our faithful and generous sponsors and volunteers who partner with Habitat to invest in the lives of those who go through our program,” Bennet adds with gratitude.
Attesting to the generosity of the locals, Habitat boasts nearly 200 volunteers each year at Cheatham County build sites. And during each unique construction process, business executives are on-site getting dirty alongside frontline workers and that team dynamic is a true recipe for success. Everyone is equal, and everyone is there for the same reason: to provide the life-changing opportunity of homeownership. Because future Habitat homeowners receive extensive budget and financial literacy training throughout the process, long-term success is very likely. Future Habitat homeowners invest 200 hours of “sweat equity” through classroom training and at the build site before they purchase their energy-efficient home with a 0% APR 30-year mortgage. Because of these key factors, the rate of Habitat foreclosures and mortgage defaults are extremely low. As the organization continues to serve Cheatham County, the biggest challenge they are facing is the availability of land. The team is actively working to identify and secure buildable lots so that more households can be served for years to come. In an effort to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity builds more than houses. It builds homes. It builds dreams. And it builds communities filled with love, respect, and hope.
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John E. Mayfield is a name associated with many organizations in Cheatham County. A big- hearted philanthropist full of great ideas and a desire to help others, it is no surprise his name is the first mentioned in the history of the Kiwanis Club of Cheatham County. When a group of Kiwanis members from Clarksville came to Cheatham County to start a new club in 2007, it was Mayfield who they made the initial connection with. From there, the vision grew to a 72-member club embracing the global mission of Kiwanis to improve the world, one child and one community at a time. Aiming to improve the lives of underprivileged in Cheatham County, the club provides Christmas gifts, school supplies, and clothing to those enrolled in the Head Start pre-K program. They also annually sponsor the local youth soccer program, and regularly donate to the Cheatham County Imagination Library. Mayfield was, of course, the club’s first president and before his death, he went on to hold both national and international positions within Kiwanis International. Several individuals who were by his side since the club’s inception are still members today. People like Betty Broz, Larry Roberts, Tony
Young, and Martha Kirby work hard, year upon year, to keep things running in true Kiwanis fashion. Current board members Young (president), Roberts, Shayne Bell (treasurer), Broz (secretary), Mary Littleton, Pam Jenkins, John Patrick, Jeff Bennett, and Shelly Carney are all key figures within the organization. “We are a small but mighty group of volunteers,” Roberts says with pride. The Kiwanis Club of Cheatham County hopes to continue their momentum and keep growing over the next few years. With this growth, they hope to raise enough money to provide scholarships to graduating seniors around the county. The club is always looking for volunteers to join in furthering their mission of helping local children. They meet the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at Pinnacle Bank in Ashland City. At each meeting, a guest speaker from the community talks to attendees about their business or a non-profit they are involved with.
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Whether it’s the failing economy or a stroke of bad luck, now more than ever it seems, people are struggling to make ends meet. Having enough food to eat, getting the rent paid on time, keeping the electricity on, paying for
month with that number drastically increasing in recent times. The Ashland City-based team is made up of up of like-minded individuals who share an unmatchable love for their community. With 12 compassionate employees, countless
prescriptions, and affording childcare/education are issues that an alarming number of Cheatham County residents face. While situations like this can oftentimes seem overwhelming, struggling locals have a valuable resource to utilize. The Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency, located in Ashland City, assists low- income individuals and families, the elderly, the disabled, children, homeless, veterans, and the unemployed by offering assistance in crisis situations and by providing opportunities that put those who are struggling on the path toward economic independence and self-sufficiency. Since its inception in 1971 as a result of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, the MCCAA has been providing multi-tiered assistance to Cheatham County residents as well as those of six neighboring counties: Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson. A variety of programs offered by the agency not only serve members of the community that have found themselves in dire straits, but also assist those who can simply benefit from navigating the myriad of obstacles that oftentimes stand in the way of achieving long-term education, gainful employment, and stability within the family unit. Utilizing programs through the Community Service Block Grant, Early Head Start, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Weatherization Assistance Program, and the Emergency Food Assistance Program, an average of 71 Cheatham County residents are served each
volunteers, and generous partners like Frontier Basement Foundation & Crawl Space Repair, Gateway Church, and the Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce, the agency has been able to assist 777 individuals and 416 households this year alone in Cheatham County. The top two programs that have been utilized by residents of Cheatham County have been energy assistance and the quarterly food distribution. To further add to their list of accomplishments and attest to their expansive reach, MCCAA distributed a total of 9,512 food boxes, provided energy assistance to 10,674 households, served 934 children through Head Start, and assisted 3,090 individuals with housing services in 2019. Overall that year, MCCAA provided 34,481 community members with assistance across all platforms. In addition to making sure bellies are full and families are kept warm during the cold winter months, one of the agencies greatest success stories revolves around a Cheatham County resident who reached out to them while living in transitional housing. Through diligent goal-setting, religious planning, and lots of hard work, the client has completely turned her life around and is now working toward a college degree. “I am grateful to have had the opportunity to assist someone as they strive to become the best version of themselves,” says Stormy Vaughan, the agencies community connector and family advocate for Cheatham County. One of the biggest challenges faced by MCCAA is the lack of awareness within the
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communities they serve. “Not everyone is aware of who we are and what we can do for those in need,” says Vaughan. “We need help in spreading the word so those who are in need know that there is help available to them and we are more than willing to provide it.” Always working hard to make improvements to their programs and processes to better serve the community, MCCAA has recently streamlined their application process, made relevant information more accessible, and improved their outreach methods. “We are constantly working on making our programs and services better and better each program year,” says Vaughan, a Cheatham County native who is tirelessly dedicated to giving back to the community that raised her. For her, the agency’s mission is personal. “It doesn’t have to happen to me for it to matter to me,” she says with compassion. “My hope is that the community will say that we make a difference. ” Over the next couple of years, the agency plans to further grow their support within the community, striving to become an area leader in empowering those who feel trapped in the grim cycle of poverty. There is a way out!
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ASHLAND CITY Ann Smith’s Rose Garden - 103 Elizabeth St. • 615.792.7673 As You Wish Floral Designs - 101 Stratton Blvd. • 615.804.3548 Bethesda Center - 124 S. Main St. • 615.792.1389 Sisters & Friends - 202 N. Main St. • 615.945.2634 Clockworks - 607 N. Main St. • 615.792.3467 Curiosity Consignment - 110A Frey St. • 615.698.5657 Norwood Jewelers & Gifts - 606 N. Main St. • 615.792.5107 Sheyegirl Coffee Co. - 201 N. Main St. • 615.516.7001 Shoe Show - 232 Hutton Place • 615.792.3165 Stone Bridge Books, Gifts & Music - 116 N. Main St. • 615.792.9651 Sweet Rae’s of Sunshine - 101 Cumberland St. • 615-481-114 Savage Chic Boutique - 100 Mulberry St. • 615.804.6968 KINGSTON SPRINGS Ewe & Company - 407 N. Main Street • 615.952.0110 Turnbull Provisions- 385 N Main St. , Suite 101 Pencils - 107 Kingston Springs Rd. - Suite 103 • 615.378.1175
Thrive Garden Center - 1114 Hwy. 70 • 615.642.7031 PEGRAM Noah’s Closet - 710 Hwy. 70 • 615.457.1931 Mud Puddle Pottery - 462 Hwy. 70 • 615.646.6644 PLEASANT VIEW Blossoms Florist - 630 Hwy. 41A • 615.247.8594 La Belle Naturelle - 2515 Hwy. 49 Hometown Pharmacy - 6509 US-41 Hwy • 615.247.8602 Pleasant View Nursery & Florist - 7070 Hwy. 41A 615.247.8527 Pleasant View Pharmacy - 6361 Hwy. 41A • 615.746.8432 re: defined Boutique - 1120 Main St. Village Primary Care Gift Shop - 6294 Hwy. 41A 615.746.8872 The Livery Stables Gift Shop - 1104 Main St. • 615.746.8992 The Village Market - 6323 Hwy. 41A • 615.746.4092
Brush Creek Recreation Area River Road, 3.5 miles south of Ashland City
Adventureworks Zipline 1300 Narrows of the Harpeth Road, Kingston Springs, TN 37082 www.adventureworks.com Ashland City Disc Golf 233 Tennessee Waltz Parkway, Ashland City, TN 37015 615.792.7553 Dry Creek Trail Races With 3 Distance Options www.worldsmarathons.com/marathon/dry-creek-trail-races Foggy Bottom Canoe 1270 Hwy. 70, Kingston Springs, TN 37082 www.foggybottomcanoe.com Mound Bottom Archeological Site / 1301-1399 Cedar Hill Road Kingston Springs, TN 37082 Narrows of the Harpeth 1640 Cedar Hill Road, Kingston Springs, TN 37082 Riverbluff Triathlon Riverbluff Park Ashland City, TN 37015 www.abovethefoldevents.com/riverbluff-triathlon.html
The area is for day-use and features a picnic shelter available for reservations, a playground, rest rooms, picnic tables with grills, an accessible fishing trail with pier and a launching ramp with courtesy float. Take Highway 49 across the Cumberland River and turn left on River Road to reach Brush Creek Recreation Area. Cheatham Dam Recreation Area Cheatham Dam Road off- Hwy. 12, Cheap Hill Welcome to Cheatham County! Visit the Cheatham County Chamber office to pick up your “Travel Safe” goodie bag! Located 11 miles northwest of Ashland City, the right bank is a day-use area that provides picnic shelters that may be reserved. The area also features numerous individual picnic tables with grills, a beach with sand (no life guard on duty), boat launching ramps, playgrounds, volleyball courts, a softball field and public restrooms. Sycamore Creek Recreation Area 4 miles northwest of Ashland City Located on Chapmansboro Road, Sycamore Creek is a day-use area featuring a picnic shelter that may be reserved, a playground, restrooms, picnic tables with grills and a boat-launching ramp with courtesy float. Nashville National Golf Links 1725 New Hope Road / Joelton, TN 37080 615.746.0400
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In 2008, Pleasant View’s Amy Douglas heard the words every woman dreads hearing; “You have breast cancer.” The diagnosis left her feeling blindsided, alone, and with no one to turn to who had been through it.
our journeys and helping people in a time of crisis by supporting both survivors and patients when they need it most.” Sparked by Douglas’ idea to set aside some of the monies raised to help support patients at the local level, Pink Out Pleasant View became Pink Out for Hope, a non profit organization, in 2015. Now driven strongly by their own personal experiences with cancer, it is the unyielding passion of Paula Lee, Shirley Bradley, Sharon Milling, and Amy Douglas that fuels the ongoing success of Pink Out for Hope. Starting from scratch with no previous experience in the non profit field, they have done an impressive job with learning as they go. “We had no one to show us the ropes or how to run a non profit,” Douglas recalls. “We dug right in and made things happen ourselves. The reward in that fact alone has been empowering.” Similar to the original plan for Pink Out Pleasant View, Pink Out For Hope’s mission is to raise money for research, help save lives by increasing awareness through various events and fundraisers, and offer hope to patients by providing them with much needed financial support.
While the valleys of her treatment and recovery were too deep to measure, her journey ultimately proved its purpose when she was asked to organize a 5K by a group of Cheatham County women on a mission to raise awareness and money for cancer research. Eager to find a way to make a difference in the fight against a disease that has taken so much from so many women, Douglas joined Cheatham County’s Dianne Seeley, Lorraine Ridgley, Kelly Ellis, and Dianna Knight to form a local committee dedicated entirely to raising breast cancer awareness. Between its inception in 2011 and 2015, Pink Out Pleasant View raised money for research, hosted numerous events focused on awareness, and started the Booby Bolt. “God allows us to go through valleys for a few reasons,” Douglas says emotionally. “I believe one of those reasons is to carry each other’s burdens. We love sharing
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“Although we love to raise awareness with pink ribbons and the 5k, our true passion is helping local patients financially,” says Douglas. Since its start seven years ago, Pink Out for Hope has provided financial assistance to 45 Cheatham County breast cancer patients. This year alone, eight women battling breast cancer have received grants from the organization. Some of the women who have received Pink Out For Hope’s generous grants have truly been in dire situations some even without insurance or a steady income. To have been able to help these women during undoubtedly the most burdensome and stressful time of their lives, is a blessing the women are unable to to describe with mere words. Over the past several years, the areas beloved Booby Bolt 5K and Kids Fun Run has seen a huge jump in participation, further attesting to the hard work and dedication of the forces behind the organization. With the first annual event bringing in just 100 runners/walkers, the count grew to over 600 participants in 2021. At this rate, reaching 1,000 participants is a very attainable goal for the near future. More than just a way to raise awareness and money, the Booby Bolt is an event that truly brings people together for a cause everyone can stand behind. At the Bolt, survivors walk and run alongside sponsors, family, and friends. Those who have lost a loved one to the disease also find comfort in being surrounded by a community who lifts them up, supports them, and fills them with love and understanding. While the group of ladies take pride in their accomplishments so far, they know there are so many more women out there who still need their help. Hoping to devise a more expansive reach in the near future, the organization will shift some of its attention to the southern part of the county. If you or someone you love are experiencing financial hardships caused by the tribulations caused by a breast cancer diagnosis, Pink Out for Hope is ready to help you cross the finish line in your race against cancer.
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SIDELINES GRILL 232 Hutton Place 615.792.6800 SMALL CITY PIZZA & SUBS 164 S. Main St. 615.845.7018 VUOCOLO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR 189 Monroe Place 615.792.7447 WHITT’S BBQ - 308 Frey St. 615.792.967 CHRIS’ PIZZA 244 Village Square 615.746.5556 BLACK DOG SPIRITS & ALE 256 Centre St. 615.398.5244 EL DORADO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2524 Hwy. 49 615.247.8138 FIRE CRACKERS PIZZA 6524 Hwy 41A 615.247.8333 FLYTES BREWHOUSE 76 Village Square 615.746.5874 GOLLY G’S 6308 Hwy. 41A 615.746.5849 GUADALAJARA MEXICAN GRILL 262 Village Square 615.746.0776 HEAD’S BBQ 1055 Dorris Winters Rd.
KILGORE’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 214 Village Square 615.398.5103 KURAMOTO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 248 Centre St. 615.746.8869 LEATHERWOOD DISTILLERY 6381 Hwy. 41A 615.247.8788 MUSIC CITY CATERING Fri & Sat- 2008 Hwy. 49 E. 615.545.6332 PEDRO’S COCINA MEXICANA 260 Ren Mar Dr. 615.247.8820 SIDELINES GRILL 220 Ren Mar Dr. 615.746.4252 STREET COFFEE COFFEE BAR 238 Village Square PVcoffeebar@gmail.com SWEZEY’S PUB 254 Village Square 615.398.5222 SMALL CITY PIZZA 1020 Industrial Dr. Ste 112 615.398-5022 WHITT’S BBQ 2516 Hwy. 49 615.247.8005
EL JARDIN MEXICAN RESTAURANT 115 Luyben Hills Rd 615.952.9090 FILLIN’ STATION 385 N. Main St. 615.952.2100
CODY’S DINER 113 Cumberland St. 615.415.3368 DON CHUY’S 300 Frey St. 615.246-1050 DON PANCHO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 232 Hutton Place 615.792.9340 EL REY MEXICAN RESTAURANT 114 S. Main St. 615.792.1330 GYRO CAFE & GRILL 309 N. Main St. 615.246.1400 LAKEVIEW MARKET & HARDWARE 1910 River Rd. 615.792.9144 LAREDO’S BURRITO & TACO SHOP 202 N. Main St. 615.246.1155 MAMA D’S 605 N. Main St. 615.792.9651 MARROWBONE CREEK BREWERY 240 S. Main St. 615.953 MUGS COFFEE HUT 1212 Hwy. 12 (drive thru only) NEW CHINA STAR 332 Frey St. 615.792.2882 O’BRIEN’S SOUTHERN DINER 2905 Hwy 49 West 615.845.7227 RIVERVIEW RESTAURANT & MARINA 110 Old River Rd. 615.792.7358 SHEYGIRL COFFEE CO. 201 N. Main St. 615.516.7001
IRON SKILLET I-40 Ext. 188 Luyben HIlls Rd. 615.952.3208 PUNJABI DHABA 132 Petro Rd 731.927.1062 SKYKING PIZZA 385 N. Main St. 615.952.3107 TURNBULL PROVISIONS 385 N. Main St.
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The mission of the Eden Center is to offer support and resources for families torn apart by addiction, abuse, neglect, and other difficult circumstances. Their hope is to restore relationships by keeping parents and children safely connected.
oftentimes make the process of reuniting families more difficult. Stemming from the biblical location where things were “perfect and healthy,” Eden was thoughtfully chosen for the center’s name. “We are trying to restore families to how they were before things took a negative turn,” Wilkerson says. “We want
Their goal is to help build the necessary skills to create a healthy and happy home. And their purpose is to save families. Based in Ashland City, The Eden Center for Families, Inc. opened its doors in April of 2022. Since then, it has been giving misguided parents a second chance. In a short time, The Eden Center has already added a multitude of community services, helped many families thrive in less-than-ideal situations, and made plans for further growth and outreach to better serve Cheatham County. Over the span of life-long Ashland City resident Margaret Brady-Wilkerson’s 12 years working in juvenile court, she encountered countless situations with families separated by challenging circumstances. Her belief that families should stay tightly bonded during separation is what ignited her idea to start the center. Wilkerson’s hope is to make a substantial change within “the system” that will help close the gaps that
to help get them back to Eden.”
Because traditional supervised visits are generally held in public places, they can be awkward, cost prohibitive, and even chaotic. Wilkerson felt that if families could meet in an actual home, visits would be more relaxed and effective, giving families the opportunity to share meals, play games, and talk in a more intimate environment. Visits in this “home- away-from-home” environment also allows parents to practice their skills so they can be implemented when children are able to return home. To further the reach of the center’s helping hand, it was recently approved to be a DCS safe house . Inspired by a visit to neighboring Robertson County, she felt that Cheatham County would benefit from having a location where displaced children can stay while awaiting a foster home. While there, these children will get food, clothing, and a sense of security in an uncertain time.
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“We want to be a one-stop-shop; if we don’t offer the service someone needs, we want to have relationships with a provider who does,” says Wilkerson. One of their success stories that can attest to the center’s unwavering dedication is that of a mother who lost her children due to addiction. She spent a great deal of of time working on herself with the help of The Eden Center; she is now drug-free and well on the path to regaining full custody something that might have been otherwise impossible without the persistence and resources of the center. “Families didn’t get into the situations overnight, and they won’t be fixed overnight,” Wilkerson says with conviction. “We are here for the duration.” Eventually, the plan is to move the ever- expanding center to a larger location within the city limits that will allow them to serve more than one family at a time. They also hope to add a social worker or psychologist and raise more awareness about the county’s at-risk children. These are lofty goals for a virtually self-funded organization, but they will certainly be attainable with the help of donations, more volunteers, and the continued commitment of its leaders. At The Eden Center, no person is beyond redemption; no family is too far gone.
Also seeing the need for more localized parenting classes and someone to assist with supervised visits, Wilkerson recruited the services of Kandi Trice, a domestic violence coordinator with nearly two decades of experience. Trice, also trained in law enforcement, eagerly came aboard the team at The Eden Center as the supervised visitation and safe-exchange supervisor. To better serve the center, Trice also recently became a certified facilitator for Nurturing Parenting education classes. To make the team complete, Wilkerson’s sister, Gwen Brady, has been using her accounting background to assist the organization with its bookkeeping. The pair of sisters grew up on Dry Fork Road, an area of the county that has been historically impoverished. “These are our friends and neighbors,” Wilkerson reflects. “We rode the bus with them, went to church with them, and played sports with them. This community made us who we are. Now, in the midst of an opioid crisis, there is tremendous need…literally right out our back door. The blending of various strengths, backgrounds, and areas of interest of the center’s core is the reason The Eden Center will continue to grow and thrive.” In an attempt to offer as many services as possible, The Eden Center also has a licensed social worker who can do home studies for the adoption process. It also provides ample meeting space for other organizations to utilize, and they plan to add a batterer intervention class in the near future.
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The Art League of Cheatham County is a county-wide growing art community with 80 members (12yrs & Up),
Cofounder and patron of the Arts, John R. Lindahl in his work with the Cheatham County Juvenile Court System, discovered a serious financial need to help
including painters, sculptors, ceramicists, potters, musicians, writers, designers, photographers, dancers, weavers, and any creative endeavor, and admirers and supporters of the Arts. The Art League of Cheatham County was formed as a non-profit 501(c) (3) in August of 2019 with the first Juried Art Show held September 2019. As of the 4th annual juried art to be held in April 2023, the Art League will have hosted and participated in over 10 art events giving away nearly $40,000 in cash awards, student scholarships, and donations.
support foster care children, whom in many cases come with nothing as they move from home to home. The annual Fall Gala hosts a live auction of exhibiting artists’ original donated works to raise funds to help fill these needs. In addition to uplifting artists and bringing the arts into focus in the county, the Art League believes in paying it forward! The Art League of Cheatham continually shares the art experience with the community through rotating art exhibits, the annual Juried Art Show and Fall Art Gala showcasing the fine arts within the County. debbiekeenan@artleagueofcheathamcounty.net www.artleagueofcheathamcounty.org / P. O. Box 458 / Pleasant View, TN 37146
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LINDAHL ART SCHOLARSHIP The Art League of Cheatham County through the generosity of John R. Lindahl will award a $1000 scholarship to TWO (2) graduating Seniors from a Cheatham County High School April 21, 2023 during the Juried Art Show. The scholarship can but does not have to be used by a student who is planning to attend college, trade school, or any traditional secondary school. This can be given to and used by a graduating student who plans to put it toward their creative future and endeavors in the form of supplies, workshops, studio space, lessons, equipment, etc. Students in visual arts, music, and performing arts are all encouraged to apply. Scholarships awarded by the Art League of Cheatham County will be based upon the following factors, and based upon the panel of judges needs and additional information may be requested. Considerations will be based upon four criteria: 1. Talent 2. Financial Need 3. Work Ethic 4. Drive for the Arts Applicants must include: Plans for scholarship use and anticipated costs. Recommendations from educators/teachers/trainers Each applicant must submit applications no later than April 5, 2023 debbiekeenan@artleagueofcheathamcounty.org Or MAIL to: Art League of Cheatham County - P.O. Box 458 - Pleasant View, TN 37146 • 615-746-2443 Name of Applicant ___________________________________ Phone ______________________ Email ______________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________________ High School in attendance __________________________________________________________ The following documents and materials are required for applicants and will be scored as follows: 50 points - Provide portfolio of at least 3 (three) pieces of work via electronic images, audio, and/or video. Electronically send materials via email, drop box, or by other electronic transmission. If mailed, please provide all materials on electronic on media devices such as DVD, CD, Thumbdrive, etc. and indicate in the subject line : Scholarship Application 30 points - Demonstrate financial need, and include last year’s family tax return (see next sheet) 10 points - Provide up to a 2 page essay about you and your intended use of the scholarship funds. (see next sheets) 10 points - Provide 2 letters from teachers/advisors/trainer from the arts of recommendation. Letters must be printed and submitted in a sealed envelope via regular mail or emailed directly from the recommender to The Art League of Cheatham County: debbiekeenan@artleagueofcheathamcounty.org Applications will be judged by a qualified panel of three and will apply a score in each category. The two highest scores will each be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Scholarship winners will be awarded at the Juried Art Show April 21, 2023 Cheatham County Artists... OFFICIAL ENTRIES! 2019 1st Annual Fine Art Show Juried Art Exhibition September 27th & 28th There is no greater joy when the eyes, soul, and heart join together from an Artist’s imagination. OFFICIAL ENTRIES - April 23rd - 30th There is no greater joy when the eyes, soul, and heart join together from an Artist’s imagination. PRESENTING 2nd JURIED FINE ART SHOW 2021 PREMIER SPONSOR
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Timber came to Cheatham County Animal Control emaciated and barely walking. Two veterinarians suggested he was a candidate to be euthanized. With surgery and heaps of TLC, Timber made a remarkable turnaround; he now holds a special
in to help pay for things that were desperately needed. At one point, they even came up with enough money to get air conditioning in the kennels. But with the needs of the shelter ever-growing and ongoing, volunteers searched for a more permanent and reliable solution. They
place within the Saving Cheatham Animals Mission PAWSible Inc organization (SCAMP) a non profit that helps provide much needed funding for the local shelter and its many residents. Timber is currently living out his days being cared for by a loving foster family. His ongoing medical expenses are being paid for by SCAMP, which makes him the organization’s first “forever hospice” dog. While Cheatham County Animal Control (CCAC) does the best they can with the funds allotted to them by the county, there are plenty of situations, like Timber’s, that require more than they have to offer. Oftentimes, there is not enough money in the budget to pay for even the most basic items like leashes, collars, heart worm treatment, and spay/ neuter surgeries. Emergency surgeries and costly medications are even further beyond the capabilities of the shelter’s meager budget. In 2019, shelter volunteers who had first-hand knowledge of the organization’s needs began chipping
knew that broader community support was needed, and the best way to make that happen was through establishing a non profit dedicated to assisting the shelter. In May of 2021, SCAMP was founded by Robin Lapre, Gary Dover, and Don Moser who used their experience and knowledge within Cheatham County Animal Control to provide the means to treat sick and injured animals, make improvements to shelter facilities, and help improve the overall quality of life for the animals who call it “home.” “Together, alongside CCAC director Brittany Sellers, we have a lot of shelter experience, accounting experience, and community presence,” says Lapre. “This makes us credible within the community and donors can feel comfortable knowing where their donations are going.” The response from Cheatham County residents has been overwhelming. In January of 2022, SCAMP was able to raise $8,000 within a matter of days for Betty White’s 100th birthday celebration. “That’s when we realized we were going to be a potent force in Cheatham County,” Lapre adds with a sense of pride.
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Even more impressively, they were able to raise approximately $50,000 in their first full year of operation. And because so much of the donations ($.95) of every dollar donated) goes directly to their cause, hundreds of animals have been helped already. As examples, in the past year, a dog named Rai had a diseased eye removed, Rover had his pelvis repaired after being hit on the interstate, Sheeba. the cat, had a mammary tumor removed, 10 dogs have had heart worm treatments, and 178 animals have been spayed/neutered all things that would have been otherwise impossible without SCAMP. “You would think there’s enough money in the county budget for something so basic as a spay and neuter… but there isn’t, ” Lapre reiterates. “That’s why SCAMP is needed to make It PAWSible.” The next goal SCAMP hopes to tackle is making improvements to the aging CCAC facility. While the needed renovations could cost upward of $100,000, it is difficult for them to sit idle while bent wires and damaged plexiglass remain safety concerns to their four-legged inhabitants. Another thought on their radar is the growing need for on-site spay/ neuter surgeries. This in itself would be another major
impact, and to make their efforts more longterm, SCAMP leaders believe that educating the community about responsible pet ownership is the other piece to their overall mission. It is no secret that dog and cat overpopulation is an immense problem in Tennessee and Cheatham County is no exception. And while it is difficult to tackle the problem of the entire state, SCAMP is actively making a dent at the local level by supporting CCAC, meeting their medical needs of its sheltered animals, reducing unwanted litters, and improving the experience for those animals who find themselves sick, hurt, or displaced right here within the county lines.
investment, but would ultimately provide long-term savings in comparison to paying other organizations for the service. “Ideally in five years, we will be further established where we can better fundraise and obtain grants for these big ticket items,” hopeful board members say. “When making financial decisions, we always consider what we think donors had in mind when they donated, and we want them to have confidence in the organization, and in us, so they feel comfortable knowing their money is being spent wisely.” Not all of the organization’s goals are measured in numbers, though. SCAMP’s founders realize that there are important messages that still need to be brought to light, and they are working just as diligently to educate the public on animal welfare. To make an even bigger
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Colby Keegan was a talented musician. He was also the kind of kid who came home without his shirt or shoes because he met someone who
“army” has expanded to 40-plus active volunteers and currently serves over 100 individuals with physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and socio-economic life challenges. Lisa Wysocky, the organization’s executive director and Colby’s mother, currently works alongside Kim Light, program director, to help people with life challenges through outreach and interactions with animals and nature. Some of the valuable services Colby’s Army provides include homeless outreach and housing support, organic gardening and a food bank that feeds the hungry, therapeutic riding, and other equine-assisted opportunities. “Colby was my son, and my only child,” Wysocky says. “Some volunteers also knew Colby and wanted to help. But even those who never met him become invested in our mission once they see the difference we make. Seeing a nonverbal man improve communication skills through our equestrian programming, or a woman living in homelessness thrive in housing, or a hungry family have food, brings a smile to all of our faces.” And while all success stories bring army members a sense of joy and accomplishment, the journey of Elizabeth Mallard is one that has yielded gains for nearly a decade. When the team at Colby’s Army met her, Mallard was homeless and unhealthy due to a battle with alcoholism. They spent years supporting her by providing food, clothing, medical referrals, and a strong shoulder to lean on. After she was eventually housed, she underwent major surgery that required a month-long hospital stay; when she
needed them more. From an early age, he befriended those who did not have friends, helped anyone he could, and made it his life’s goal to make the world a better place. However, Colby was also a young man who suffered from several mental illnesses. When he aged out of his state covered health insurance at 19-years old, he lost access to his doctors and necessary medication. Colby, like many others in his situation, turned to street drugs to help balance his moods. In 2009, he tragically died of an opioid overdose. From this great tragedy came something profoundly good, though. Shortly after his passing, Colby’s mother and friends founded Colby’s Army, Inc. in an attempt to make the same positive impact on the world young Colby would have made if his time on earth had not been cut short. While Colby’s Army was founded upon great tragedy and a hopeful dream, it steadily grew from a basement-based operation to a five acre farm in Fairview, to where they are now…a 54-acre farm in Ashland City. On a lease-to-purchase option since moving to Cheatham County in 2016, Colby’s Army was able to purchase the farm in just three years with the help of First Financial Bank. Since then, the
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was well, she came out to Colby’s Army where her life completely changed. At the farm, Mallard began riding, volunteering, and spreading the word about the organization that saved her life. By 2021, she was named both Colby’s Army Rider of the Year and Volunteer of the Year. And despite undergoing a second major surgery, PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) International named her the 2022 Adult Equestrian, a global honor. Since its inception in 2009, Colby’s Army has certainly seen many happy endings like Mallard’s. They have also made some outstanding accomplishments since they began calling Cheatham County “home” a few years back. They have been recognized by PATH International multiple times, gained plenty of honorable mentions for their work, been featured in magazines, won “Best Non profit” awards, and have even placed in the Ashland City Christmas Parade a handful of times. Colby’s Army’s biggest fundraiser is their annual yard/barn sale. The popular and well attended Ashland City event went from making Colby’s Army $3,500 to well over $10k. Like all of their services, appearances, and events, the yard sale requires tremendous amounts of time, effort, and volunteer hours. It is evident the staff and volunteers at Colby’s Army are clearly committed to helping others. Whether it is joining the street outreach team, clearing trails, grooming therapy horses, helping with therapeutic equestrian lessons, sorting donations, or helping with special events like the yard sale, the team is making a difference on so many levels. “We consistently go the extra mile to provide the most help possible to the most people,” Wysocky adds. “Plus, our volunteer base is diverse, and everyone has fun while making a difference.” Over the next few years, Wysocky hopes to add more than one paid staff member to her team; she also hopes there is an increase in the number of volunteers so they are able to add more programming to meet the needs of the Cheatham County community and beyond. From the life of one special young man, a grand mission was created. From one tragedy, so many people have been touched. And from one dream, countless lives have been changed for the better. Colby Keegan would be proud beyond measure; of this, we are most certain.
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