Ward and Smith is proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor of the 16th Annual Community Fabric Awards, hosted by Craven Community College.
The event will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County in New Bern.
Established in 2011, the Community Fabric Awards recognize inpiduals, businesses, and educational leaders whose initiative, service, and leadership have made a meaningful impact across Eastern North Carolina. The annual luncheon celebrates those who strengthen the fabric of their communities through dedication, innovation, and a commitment to helping others.
As Presenting Sponsor, Ward and Smith is honored to support an event that highlights the power of leadership and community engagement. The firm remains committed to investing in the people and organizations that drive positive change throughout the region.
About Craven Community College
Craven Community College is a dynamic teaching and learning institution serving more than 4,000 curriculum students and over 11,000 inpiduals annually through workforce development programs. With campuses in New Bern and Havelock, as well as a strong presence at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the college provides a wide range of associate degree and certificate programs, college transfer opportunities, career readiness training, and partnerships with four-year universities.
Details at a Glance
Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County | New Bern, NC