The date is set for Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – This event is sold out.
The location is the Hunger Hub at 901 Carrier Drive, Charlotte 28216! Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
The First Course
Upon arrival (10:30-11:15 a.m.), Nourish Up Board members, along with Luncheon moderator Ohavia Phillips-Reed, will welcome guests to The First Course—a time to mingle and enjoy light refreshments ahead of the lunch and program with Coach Dawn Staley.
Program begins at 11:30 a.m.
Featuring Dawn Staley, Head Coach, University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball Team and New York Times Best-Selling Author of Uncommon Favor.
IMPORTANT – General parking for the 2026 Nourish Up Luncheon of Hope will be available at:
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
3400 Beatties Ford Road
Chartered buses will provide continuous shuttle service to and from the event, beginning at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Should you need special parking considerations, handicap access, etc., please let Courtney Oates know.
Business casual
Our Hunger Hub event space is not climate controlled, but the weather looks perfectly pleasant during the Luncheon. Fans are available.
There are no physical tickets for the event. Simply arrive at the Welcome Table and Nourish Up staff will greet you to help with check-in, get nametags, and to direct you to your table. If you registered, but are unable to join us on Wednesday, May 20, please contact Courtney Oates so that we may provide seating for those on our waiting list.
