BCAR Cares Foundation

What is the BCAR Cares Foundation?

Our mission is opening doors beyond real estate—by investing in our community through service, financial support, and volunteerism. Together, we build visibility, grow connections, and strengthen the public's trust in the REALTOR® brand. Our vision is to unite BCAR members in service and support that leaves a lasting imprint on our communities —through real relationships, real impact, and real estate leadership.

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Apply for Assistance

How to get involved

Boswell's Breeze Fundraiser

Deadline: May 29, 2026

⭐Make a Donation HERE⭐

Boswell's Breeze Fundraiser collects donations for "Fran's Fans", which is WECT reporter Frances Weller's program that supplies local seniors with a new fan during the summer heat. Purchase a fan for a senior in need by making a donation.

BONUS: Donors will be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift card.
Donate $30: 1 entry to win
Donate $60: 2 entries to win
Donate $90: 3 entries to win

After a courageous 2-year battle with cancer, REALTOR Mike Boswell was laid to rest on November 25, 2023. Before he passed, he requested that BCAR support Fran's Fans, which was dear to him. Fran's Fans mission aligns perfectly with the mission of the BCAR Cares Foundation, and we will continue to honor Mike's wishes. Click here to meet Mr.Boswell.

All donors will receive recognition.

Join the BCAR Cares Facebook group for updates and photos.

Contact katie@bcarnc.com for assistance.

Community Clean Up Event

Community Clean Up Week is May 30 - June 7. BCAR members are getting their hands dirty by visiting their local park, beach, or road-side to pick up litter. Register your team before May 25 to receive a 'clean-up goodie bag'.

Here's how you can help:

Step 1. Choose a Team
Ask your co-workers to join you and get a head-count.

Step 2. Choose a Location
The choice is yours. See below to see where other teams are cleaning.

Step 3. Sign Up
Let us know how many team members you have, so we can bring you cleaning supplies.

Team Sign Up Form

Let's spread out and clean Bruns Co!

Team Berkshire Hathaway HS CPP: Cleaning Oak Island Dr, 72nd St to Barbee Blvd
Team Southern Realty Advantage: Oak Island Pier, Lazy Turtle, go toward OI Accommodations
The Bob Williams Team: Cleaning OIB Monroe St to Raeford St
Team Carolina Exclusives: Cleaning Oak Island Beach
Team Selling Sand CBSCA: Cleaning Oak Island 61st St to 51st St
Team FNB, Dooley, and Swanson: Cleaning Oak Island Beach
Team BCAR Cares: Cleaning Autumn Care Shallotte
Team Coldwell Banker Sloane: Cleaning OIB Causeway
Team Senior Helpers: Cleaning under GV Barbee Sr Bridge

☀️ All participants will receive recognition.

☀️ Join the BCAR Cares Facebook group for event updates.

☀️ Contact katie@bcarnc.com for help.

Clothes for Kids

July and August 2026

The BCAR Cares Foundation is collecting donations of clothes for Brunswick County Schools. BCS will distribute clothes to all schools. All donations will be accepted but the most needed items include:

Girls leggings (size XS – 2XL)
Girls sports bras (sizes XS – 2XL)
Boys and girls socks (all sizes)
Boys gym shorts (size XS – 2XL)

All donors will receive recognition.

Join the BCAR Cares Facebook group for updates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/248331910298719

If you have questions, contact Christian Kohler, Chair of BCAR Cares Request Committee: christianskohler88@gmail.com

☀️ All participants will receive recognition.

☀️ Join the BCAR Cares Facebook group for event updates.

☀️ Contact katie@bcarnc.com for help.

Holiday Giving Fundraiser

Volunteer of the Year Award

Purpose: The Volunteer of the Year Award was created to recognize those who have given back to our community, exemplifying what it means to be a BCAR member and a responsible, considerate member of society.

Reward: The winner will be presented with a plaque or trophy at the annual Awards Ceremony (typically in December). The winner will also receive $500 to donate to the charity or organization of their choice. BCAR will advertise the winner on social media.

Before submitting an application, please read the following guidelines:

BCAR Cares Committee will review all applications.
Only BCAR members can submit applications.
No applications will be accepted after the due date.
No applications will be accepted for members on the current BCAR Cares Committee.

Required Application Criteria:

Nominators should write a paragraph or more stating why the nominee should be chosen.
Nominee must be a REALTOR or affiliate member of BCAR.
Nominee should have experience serving with BCAR.
Nominee should have experience serving in other organizations.

*The number of applications received for 1 person will not be considered. The details / work stated on the application will be considered.*

APPLY NOW

Applications are due by August 26, 2026.

Congratulations to the past winners:

+ 2021: Ginger Harper
+ 2022: Melony Rice
+ 2023: BJ Ellender
+ 2024: Josh Roth
+ 2025: Melissa Bell

Member Spotlight

Application for Assistance

If you know of an organization that the BCAR Cares Committee should consider supporting, please apply online. The BCAR Cares Committee will review your request and let you know how we can best help. All applications will be accepted and reviewed, but we typically support organizations through volunteering, monetary assistance, or collection of an item.

Our process for reviewing your application may take 2-3 months. For the quickest response, please be extremely specific in your application.

Application for Assistance

Contact katie@bcarnc.com for help.

BCAR Cares Programs

Our Impact

Brunswick County Association of REALTORS® supports Samara’s Village’s work to help young parents succeed

In February, the Brunswick County Association of REALTORS® “BCAR Cares” Task Force collected donations for Samara’s Village, a Brunswick County nonprofit dedicated to helping young parents succeed. “Pregnancy and early…

Brunswick County REALTORS® partners with N.C. REALTORS® Housing Foundation to support Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity

Groups donate a combined $8,000 The Brunswick County Association of REALTORS® (BCAR) recently teamed up with the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation (NCRHF) to donate $8,000 to Brunswick County Habitat for…

BCAR Cares Task Force fills 2,000 Easter eggs for local egg hunt on March 23

The Brunswick County Association of REALTORS® “BCAR Cares” Task Force recently purchased and filled 2,000 Easter eggs in preparation for the Coastal Carolina Outreach (CCO) Teen Epic Egg Hunt. Task…

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The National Association of REALTORS' Relief Foundation provides housing-related assistance to disaster impacted communities through the generosity of REALTORS®, state and local associations like BCAR, and industry partners.

Meet our Leadership

Board of Directors

Request and Implementation Committee

Christian Kohler
Coldwell Banker Sloane

Kim Fleming
Kinstle and Company

Mia Bryans
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

Amber Buchholz
Pelican Prowash

Dayna Erwin
Coastline Homes Realty

Will Mitchell
Corning Credit Union Mortgage

Jeff Patterson
NA

Rachel Potter
Kinstle and Company

Melony Rice
Intracoastal Realty

Elizabeth Smith
AmeriSpec Inspection Services

Karen Throckmorton
Integrity Home Mortgage

Fundraising and Community Outreach Committee

Nominating Committee

To view BCAR Cares Board of Directors' meeting minutes, click here.