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Meet our Staff

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Margot B. Carter, Executive Director
Phone: 828.894.2988, ext 123
Email:
 margot.carter@tboutreach.org​
Margot Carter joined Outreach in 2016 as Communications, Marketing and Development Director and is now the organization's fifth Executive Director in its 30 year history. Margot holds a BA in English and minors in Public Relations, Mass Media and Organizational Communications from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a certificate of Nonprofit Management from Duke University. Prior to employment at Outreach, Margot worked in the financial industry for 18 years with First Union National Bank and Bank of America. Margot resides in Tryon with her husband, Polk County native, Robert Carter and two children, daughter Rollins, a student at UNC-Charlotte and son Lawson, who attends Polk County High School.

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​Vennie Abrams, Pantry Coordinator

Phone: 828-894-2988, ext 128
​Email: vennie.abrams@tboutreach.org
Vennie Abrams is Outreach's Pantry Coordinator. Vennie manages our food pantry and oversees all tasks associated with pantry client assistance. Vennie has worked with Outreach for over six years. Vennie has a background in retail and has served in ministry for 17+ years in North and South Carolina communities.

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​ Georgia Ballard, Pantry Assistant 

  Phone: 828-894-2988, ext 128
  Email: georgia.ballard@tboutreach.org

  Georgia Ballard is Outreach's Pantry Assistant. In addition to working with volunteers and assisting with the day to      day operations of the food pantry, Georgia is responsible for our Feed-a-Kid and Diaper programs. Georgia also            serves as Outreach's respresentative with the Summer Food Program developed for Polk County students and            their families. Georgia started working with Outreach in February 2022. 

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​​Jessica Greve, Events & Operations Manager
Phone: 828.894.2988, ext 127
Email: jessica.greve@tboutreach.org
Jessica Greve is Outreach's Events & Operations Manager. Jessica is responsible for the coordination and execution of all Outreach events, management of our client, donor & volunteer databases, over sees our home repair program and serves as primary point of contact for tenants living in our developing housing neighborhood. Jessica started working with Outreach in April 2022.
She is a native of Polk County and has been an avid non-profit volunteer in this community for many years.  Prior to employment at Outreach, Jessica managed her family construction business while raising three children, Cameron, Noah and Elena. Jessica enjoys cooking, hiking, reading and spending time with her family and friends.
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​Ray Norden, Accounting Associate 
Phone:  828.894.2988, ext 131 
Email: ​
accounting@tboutreach.org 
Ray Norden is Outreach's Accounting Associate. Ray handles day to day book keeping and financial reporting. Ray has a long and tenured background in the financial industry. Ray, a former professional polo player, lives with his wife Cindy, their dogs and horses on their farm in upstate South Carolina.

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Barb Powell, Volunteer Manager
Phone:  828.894.2988, ext 124
Email:  
barb.powell@tboutreach.org
Barb Powell is Outreach's Volunteer Manager. Barb's responsibilities include volunteer recruitment and management and client intake. Barb was born and raised in Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelors Degree from St. Francis University and her second degree from Pennsylvania State University. Barb's background includes social services, accounting, and manufacturing engineering. Barb has been with Outreach since March 2015. Barb and her husband Steve raised 3 children together - Breeanna, Jacob and Zackery. Barb is a beach girl and enjoys spending a lot of time swimming. Her other passions are creating primitive crafts, reading, researching, and watching a good movie. 
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Michelle Reedy, Client Services Manager
Phone: 828.894.2988, ext 126
Email: michelle.reedy@tboutreach.org

Michelle Reedy is Outreach's Client Services Manager.  Michelle's responsibilities include client intake and case management.  Michelle has worked with Outreach since 2007.  Prior to her time with Outreach, she worked with the Polk County Department of Social Services.  Michelle has a broad background in social work, including experience managing client programs.

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  • HOME
    • About Us
    • History
    • Executive Director Message
    • Board
    • Staff
    • Employment
    • Events
  • OUR SERVICES
    • Eligibility Requirements
    • Financial Assistance
    • Food Assistance >
      • Feed-A-Kid Program
      • Food Pantry Program
    • School Supply Program
    • Holiday Programs
    • LifeWorks
    • Hope Village (rental housing development)
    • Helpful Resources
  • Ways to Give
    • Donate Now
    • Send gifts by mail or online
    • Honorariums/Memorials
    • In-Kind Giving
    • Planned Giving
    • Matching Gifts
    • Donate Stock
    • Thank you!
  • VOLUNTEER
    • Volunteer Sign-Up Form
    • Outreach Ambassador
  • Empty Bowls
  • CONTACT US
    • Driving Directions
  • News
    • Newsletter Sign-Up
  • Privacy Policy
  • Annual Report / Audit / IRS 990