NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation

Big Screen Raffle
2024-01-15 00:00 - 2024-01-31 00:00 UTC
2024 marks the 20th year since the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation was founded.
We’re ringing in our 20th anniversary by raffling a 75-inch Samsung Smart TV!
The winner will be selected on January 31.
Tickets are $25 for one entry or $100 for five entries.

Home Buyer Education Seminar
2024-08-10 11:00 - 13:30 | Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington, NC, 28405
The NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation (NCRHF) is hosting a Home Buyer Education Seminar for first-time home buyers or anyone looking to refresh their knowledge on Saturday, August 10, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Pine Conference Room at the Northeast Regional Library, located on 1241 Military Cutoff Road in Wilmington, NC.
Seasoned real estate experts will educate attendees about all aspects of the home buying process, including state and local first-time home buyer programs, the importance of working with a REALTOR®, and information on mortgage companies with programs for low to moderate income home buyers. The presentations will be followed by a question-and-answer session with the speakers.
The event is free and open to the public, with breakfast and lunch included for registered attendees.
Speakers include:

Mark Lindsey, NCRHF 2024 President & Broker/REALTOR® at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Tanita Wallace, Senior Community Development Analyst at City of Wilmington, Neighborhood and Housing Services
Sean Nock, NCRHF 2024 Vice President & Community Mortgage Manager at North State Bank

“I’ve worked in the housing sector for over 20 years, beginning in mortgage operations and transitioning to loan origination, therefore I understand the immense value of homebuyer seminars,” said Sean Nock, NCRHF 2024 Vice President & Community Mortgage Manager at North State Bank. “These events are crucial for every potential homeowner, as they provide essential insights into working with real estate agents and understanding the mortgage process. Considering a home purchase is likely the largest investment one will make, and the knowledge gained from these seminars is both invaluable and indispensable.”
“Since earning my real estate license in 2018, I have seen firsthand the value of public home-buyer education seminars,” said Mark Lindsey, NCRHF 2024 President & Broker/REALTOR® at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. “These events are crucial for educating individuals at all stages of the home-buying journey, from first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners. They provide up-to-date information on available programs and recent changes in the home-buying process.”
“With over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry as a mortgage loan originator, loan signing agent, community development analyst, and REALTOR®, I have seen how community events such as these empower home buyers to become better-qualified borrowers,” said Tanita Wallace, Senior Community Development Analyst at City of Wilmington, Neighborhood and Housing Services. “These seminars are vital because the knowledge gained is often shared with others who need it. Knowledge is power!”
Event sponsors include North State Bank, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage and the City of Wilmington.

Apple Bundle Raffle
2024-09-24 08:00 - 2024-10-22 17:00 | Online
We’re raffling off a bundle of Apple products! The bundle includes an iPad, Apple Watch and a set of AirPods.
Proceeds will support our 100 Homes in 100 Counties program.
Click here to enter: https://rb.gy/kp3lnc
Tickets:
1 ticket – $5
5 tickets – $20
15 tickets – $50
40 tickets – $100
The drawing for the winner will be held on October 22 at the NC REALTORS® Convention & Expo in Wilmington.

Fair Housing Event Series: Part 1 - Housing Forum
2025-04-03 10:00 - 12:30 | Gastonia Conference Center, 145 Dr. MLK Jr Way, Gastonia, NC, 28052
Gaston Association of REALTORS and the City of Gastonia present the 2025 Fair Housing Event Series.
Part 1: Housing Forum – Thursday, April 3, 2025 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch Provided
*Should you have dietary restrictions, please contact Jenny Hackett at jenny@gastonrealtors.com by March 20, 2025 to see how we can accommodate your needs.

Fair Housing Event Series: Part 2 - Fair Housing CE Class
2025-04-03 13:00 - 17:00 | Gastonia Conference Center, 145 Dr. MLK Jr Way, Gastonia, NC, 28052
Gaston Association of REALTORS and the City of Gastonia present the 2025 Fair Housing Event Series.
Part 2: Fair Housing CE Class – Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Kristie Ferguson with Agent Academics will be the instructor.
This course covers the NAR requirement for Fair Housing and COE along with 4 hours of elective CE credit.
Non-REALTORS® welcome!

2025 GRRA Annual Charity Golf Tournament
2025-04-10 11:30 - 17:00 | Greensboro National Golf Club, 330 Niblick Dr, Summerfield, NC, 27358
Hosted by: Greensboro Regional REALTORS® Association

Proceeds go to GRRF and Clara House.

Entry fees:

$125 per player
$500 per team
$50 spectator

11:30AM: Check-in
1:15PM: Shotgun Start

Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Contact Marela Turkic at marela@dreamteamunited.com or 336.255.4078 to secure your sponsorship today.

Bias Override - Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing
2025-04-23 12:30 - 17:00 | Beaufort County Community College, 5337 US-264, Washington, NC, 27889
Bias Override helps real estate professionals interrupt stereotypical thinking so they can avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service to every customer or client. Participants will learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations, and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.
Hosted by: Washington-Beaufort County Board of REALTORS®
The class will be held at Beaufort County Community College, Building 10.
Registration is required and the fee will be $30.00 check at the door. Not only will you earn a CE credit, you will have fulfilled your fair housing requirement for the next 3-year cycle for fair housing training.
Have you already gotten your CE credit for the year? Did you know you can carry forward a 4-hour CE elective credit to the next year?
Drinks and snacks will be provided.

NC REALTORS® Gives Back
2025-05-10 - 2025-05-18
Join REALTORS® across the state for a week of service
NC REALTORS® Gives Back is a way for local associations and their members to come together and participate in a housing-related service project in their area. We’re joining NAR’s REALTOR® Volunteer Days on May 10-18. That gives you a whole week of REALTOR® volunteering opportunities! Together, we can make a real difference by serving our neighbors and strengthening our communities.
Looking for ways to Give Back?

Contact your local association to see if they have a project or activity planned.
Search for volunteer and community service opportunities in your area on sites like VolunteerMatch.org and Idealist.org.
Make a donation on this site to the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation, your charitable foundation, that provides housing opportunities through education, community-based initiatives and disaster relief. To donate online, please select “Other” and type in “NCR Gives Back.”

Already have something in the works?

Post details of your project or activity on social media to encourage others to join you. Tag NC REALTORS® (@NCREALTORS) and include the #NCRGivesBack hashtag in your post.
Post photos and videos in your social media posts doing good deeds, tag NC REALTORS® (@NCREALTORS) and include the #NCRGivesBack hashtag in your post.
Submit stories (photos or videos) on this site.

Participating in NC REALTORS® Gives Back is a great way to make a difference in your community and show your clients that you care about housing opportunities for all. We look forward to seeing your activity May 10-18, 2025.
If you have any questions or want to share your event details, please email Kentia Smith.

2025 HBOR Charity Golf Tournament
2025-05-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Kenmure Country Club, 100 Clubhouse Dr, Flat Rock, NC, 28731
Hosted by: Hendersonville Board of REALTORS®

Proceeds go to Hurricane Helene disaster relief.

Entry fee: $125 per golfer
1 bag of range balls
1 mulligan
1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes
Toptracer Experience $10

11AM: Check-in
12PM: Lunch
1PM: Shotgun Start

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Housing Foundation WE R 100 Luncheon
2025-10-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Resort, 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, 28719
Join us for the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation Luncheon, an inspiring afternoon focused on creating housing opportunities across North Carolina. Your attendance directly supports programs like matching grants, disaster relief, down payment assistance, and the 100 Homes in 100 Counties initiative, all aimed at making homeownership more accessible for those in need.
Enjoy a meaningful meal, connect with others who care about housing stability, and be part of the impact.
All proceeds benefit the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Platinum

Mid Carolina Regional Association of REALTORS®
North State Bank

Gold

Home Shepherds – Coldwell Banker Sea Coast
Jim Allen Group at Coldwell Banker HPW
Michelle Roberts & Special Guest
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®
Team Harris Real Estate

Silver

Catawba Valley Association of REALTORS®
Fowler & Fowler, REALTORS®
Longleaf Pine REALTORS®
Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Patriot Relief

Financing Dreams
2025-11-06 09:30 - 13:00 | Carteret County Association of REALTORS®, 121 N. 28th Street, Morehead City, NC, 28557
Learn how to help your first-time homebuyers realize their dreams. The “Financing Dreams” course provides in-depth coverage of NCHFA’s programs, including property and buyer eligibility, the loan process and how NCHFA can help YOU help YOUR customers buy their first home.
Hosted by: North Carolina REALTORS® Housing Foundation
Check-in begins at 9:00 am. A light breakfast and lunch will be available. Lunch will be provided by Lloyd Daw of Guaranteed Rate, Inc.
Contact: Kathy Rufiange at kprufiange@nchfa.com or 919-480-8006
Registration deadline: October 22, 2025. Maximum class size is 40.
Late Arrivals will not be given CE Credit!! Plan to arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the class start time.
Completion of this class will give each REALTOR® 4 hours of Continuing Education Credits toward the renewal of their NC Real Estate Licenses. Additionally, you will be listed on the NCHFA website as a Preferred Real Estate Professional.
Cost for training class is $35
Be prepared to show your Real Estate License at time of check in.

Financing Dreams
2025-11-18 09:30 - 13:30 | Alamance Community College, 1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham,, NC, 27253
Learn how to help your first-time homebuyers realize their dreams. The “Financing Dreams” course provides in-depth coverage of NCHFA’s programs, including property and buyer eligibility, the loan process and how NCHFA can help YOU help YOUR customers buy their first home.
Hosted by: North Carolina REALTORS® Housing Foundation
Check-in begins at 9:00 am. A light breakfast and lunch will be available.
Contact: Kathy Rufiange at kprufiange@nchfa.com or 919-480-8006
Registration deadline: November 3, 2025. Maximum class size is 100.
Late Arrivals will not be given CE Credit!! Plan to arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the class start time.
Completion of this class will give each REALTOR® 4 hours of Continuing Education Credits toward the renewal of their NC Real Estate Licenses. Additionally, you will be listed on the NCHFA website as a Preferred Real Estate Professional.
Cost for training class is $35
Be prepared to show your Real Estate License at time of check in.

GivingTuesday
2025-12-02
Show the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation support on #GivingTuesday!
#GivingTuesday is December 2. It’s a global giving moment to support the causes you love – like your NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation! The NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation seeks to build strong communities and housing affordability for all in our state. On December 2, we need your help to continue these efforts.

Donate online (Specify GivingTuesday under Other in the Designation section) OR
Text to give by texting NCRHF to 243725
