The CARE Clinic is proud to announce the 29th Annual Week of CARE Dinners, running from Feb. 1 through Feb. 7. This cherished tradition offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a gourmet meal while directly supporting the health and well-being of our neighbors.
According to Nicole Ryan, Director of Development and Marketing, this week is more than just a fundraiser; it is a celebration of the "Compassion, Assistance, Referral, and Education" that defines the CARE Clinic. Whether you are hosting a cozy family gathering, a dinner party with friends, or showing appreciation for your employees with a corporate luncheon, participating in the Week of CARE ensures that quality healthcare remains accessible to all.
The CARE Clinic provides healthcare services to adults in the Sandhills region who might otherwise not have access to essential care. Since 1993, the clinic at 239 Robeson Street in Fayetteville has been committed to providing care to its community, through the work of volunteers-including doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, lab technicians, and more-and with various fundraising efforts, including the week of CARE.
Exceptional Meals for a Meaningful Cause
For 2026, the Clinic has once again partnered with two local culinary staples: Luigi’s Italian Restaurant and Dorothy’s Catering 2. Each meal is priced at $175 and feeds up to six people.
Luigi’s Italian Restaurant offers both lunch and dinner pick-up options, featuring two comforting Italian classics:
• Family Style Chicken Marsala: Served with green beans, creamy mashed potatoes, and fresh bread.
• Family Style Spaghetti with Meat Sauce: Served with a fresh house salad and bread.
• Luigi’s Pick-Up (528 N McPherson Church Rd): Lunch is available from noon to 1 p.m., and dinner from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. For convenience, simply drive up to the outside patio on the right-hand side of the restaurant for drive-thru style service.
Note: Orders are limited to 10 of each meal per time slot per day, so early booking is encouraged.
Dorothy’s Catering 2 Specializing in dinner pick-up only. Dorothy’s provides three lasagna varieties, all of which include a salad, bread, and dessert:
• Meat Lasagna
• Chicken and Spinach Lasagna
• Vegetarian Lasagna
• Pick-Up (Snyder Memorial Baptist Church, 701 Westmont Dr.): Dinner pick-up is from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall. Please enter the back parking lot along Rockledge Avenue and follow the CARE Clinic signage.
Please note that all orders must be placed before Jan. 28. To order meals, call 910-485-0555, or order online at https://onecau.se/woc2026
Sponsorship and Continued Support
For those looking to deepen their impact, the CARE Clinic offers five distinct sponsorship levels ranging from $250 to $5,000. These sponsorships help provide additional funds that are vital to the operations of the Clinic. Some sponsorship levels come with additional, exclusive perks related to other fundraisers held later in the year.
Every dollar contributed serves a vital purpose. According to Ryan, “Every dollar you give helps a neighbor receive a diagnosis, a prescription, or the reassurance that someone truly cares.”
Looking Ahead to 2026
The CARE Clinic continues to grow and evolve to meet the needs of Fayetteville and the surrounding region. Stay tuned for upcoming news regarding their partnership with FirstHealth of the Carolinas and the arrival of the Lung Bus, a mobile imaging system that offers low-dose CT lung screening technology. The Clinic also has partnerships with several local healthcare organizations, including Cape Fear Valley Internal Medicine and Womack Army Medical Center, as well as Fayetteville State University and UNC-Pembroke.
If supporting the work of the CARE Clinic interests anyone, there are both medical and non-medical volunteer opportunities available year-round. Additional fundraisers that occur each year include: Toast of the Town, Holiday Card Sale, Charity Golf Tournament, and GivingTuesday.
For more information about the Week of CARE, go to thecareclinic.org or call 910-485-0555.