As we celebrate 40 years of service this November, Copiers Plus—together with Kyocera—is donating $500 each to 40 deserving organizations through our 40 Years of Caring campaign. One of these incredible recipients is Restored Souls Foundation, a Wilmington-based non-profit dedicated to supporting foster families and individuals with disabilities across North Carolina.
Restored Souls Foundation offers more than programs—it provides hope for foster families and caregivers of children with special needs. Their programs provide free camps, community activities, and essential services designed to bring joy and stability to families who are often overwhelmed by the demands of caregiving.
According to Melissa Matthews, Executive Director of Restored Souls, the organization’s approach is “beautifully simple yet profoundly effective.” It focuses on three main pillars:
These unique initiatives help ensure that families don’t just survive, but thrive. Restored Souls is also the only organization in the country that offers all of its programs free of charge to foster families and has the only mobile hair salon for disabled individuals in the state!
“Every child deserves to have moments of joy, especially when their families are falling apart around them,” Matthews shared. Her personal belief in the organization’s mission is a driving force behind Restored Souls, and she’s experienced countless examples of their inspiring work.
She noted one story that was particularly powerful. Last Christmas, Restored Souls sent a foster family on Christmas vacation. Their foster baby had been diagnosed with a terminal illness, and this trip became an irreplaceable opportunity to create lasting memories during his final holiday.
Since 2020, Restored Souls has served more than 400 children and their families. But these numbers only tell part of the story, Matthews reminds us:
“Behind each statistic stands a family finding the strength to keep going. The real impact? Foster homes that stay open. Families that don't quit. Children who experience stability instead of disruption."
The $500 donation to Restored Souls will allow at least 60 children—many who’ve never seen the ocean—to participate in an upcoming surf camp. The event is more than a day at the beach. It’s about giving families hope and children confidence, joy, and connection.
“We're not just another nonprofit,” Matthews said. “We're a lifeline for parents who've opened their hearts and homes to children who needed them most and now need someone to lean on themselves. Thanks to businesses like [Copiers Plus], together we can make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and their families."
May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month and a great time to support Restored Souls. Monetary donations help them fund upcoming initiatives, including summer and fall respite trips, critical fundraisers, and their annual birthday party.
Here are a few ways you can make a difference:
Night on the Water
Date: May 30th, 2025
Location: Island Cruises, Carolina Beach
Tickets available here: https://givebutter.com/QoH8sC
Restored Souls’ biggest fundraiser of the year is just around the corner. Their Night on the Water fundraiser features a gourmet dinner, live music, a silent auction, and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get involved as an attendee or a volunteer!
5th Birthday Party
Date: May 31st, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Scooters Family Skating Center
Learn More or RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/1188409773296305/?active_tab=about
Join Restored Souls for a free skating party and kids’ cupcake baking contest in celebration of their 5th birthday! This event is always an unforgettable memory for the children they serve.
To learn more about their work and the many ways you can get involved, visit their website at restoredsoulsfoundation.org or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
Since our start in 1985, Copiers Plus has proudly partnered with Kyocera to help North Carolina businesses and organizations streamline operations through innovative office technology solutions. From document management to printer and copier leasing, our goal is to empower productivity and support success across the state—with service that goes the extra mile.
This strong sense of service has been part of the Copiers Plus DNA from the beginning. Through the 40 Years of Caring initiative, we’re expanding that mission—highlighting and supporting nonprofit organizations that are making a real difference in communities across North Carolina.
Over the coming months, we’ll be spotlighting each of the 40 selected organizations right here on our blog. Stay tuned to learn more about their inspiring work and how you can get involved in supporting their efforts.
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