Hickman Holler Appalachian Relief Fund

Established in 2020 by Senora May and Tyler Childers to bring awareness and financial support for philanthropic efforts in the Appalachian region.

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Though scrip was used worldwide, coal scrip is one of the most infamous instances of its usage.

With no monetary value at the time it was used, we find it fascinating that this now outdated form of payment holds more value now as a collectible than it ever did as payment.

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The golden rule doesn't just apply to people- even the smallest of creatures deserve decency. To protect them and advocate for them is part of our job as humans.

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Nearly all of us live in an area that is home to at least one endangered species. To believe that this is a far away issue is not a luxury we have.

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As secretary of the Gary Branch of the NAACP she organized incredible projects and campaigns against racism. Her work there helped to pass an anti-lynching bill in West Virginia.

Her home in Huntington, West Virginia was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2017.

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Memphis Tennessee Garrison was an incredible activist who, despite. barriers systematically placed in her way, was able to achieve so many incredible things throughout her life.

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Today, we’d like to honor the Hale’s memory and thank them for their incredible work. (6/6)

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The Millie E. Hale Hospital was opened in July 1916 by Dr. John Henry Hale and Millie E. Hale. It was the first hospital to serve black patients year-round. Beginning in their home, the hospital originally took up only the second story, (1/6)

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Seeing this, Millie Hale purchased 4 acres of land to be turned into playgrounds and a recreational space. After the hospital’s closing in 1938, the social services and community work that the hospital was renowned for continued.  (5/6)

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3. Donate! If you have some change to spare, chip it towards your branch!

4. Attend programs. Whether it's a reading, a crafting group, or a class- get involved!

We LOVE libraries, and love all that they do to support the communities they're in!

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Support your local library!

Any time is a perfect time to share some easy ways YOU can support your library!

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1. Get a library card! Not only is it free, but it unlocks all the resources your library has to offer. You may be surprised at what you find!

2. Check out items regularly. Not only do they have books, but they often have movies, tools, sports equipment, and more!

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You can check out their various projects - and their podcast - at https://t.co/3IebqF8iJe 3/3

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Their podcast of the same name challenges the "cultural homogeneity" that Appalachian history tends to have with "historical and contemporary stories of people, places and experiences.. creating space where under-told stories can be heard and Black identity can be reclaimed." 2/3

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Organization Spotlight: @BlackAppalachia

Black in Appalachia works hard to ensure that Black History is included within the narrative of Appalachian History, documenting the contributions and history of Black people and communities throughout our region. 1/3

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On July 26th, 1942 in thanks to the efforts of the Civilian Conservation Corp, state leaders, and leaders at the West Virginia State College, Camp George Washington Carver was opened in Fayette County, West Virginia. 1/8

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Today the camp serves as a cultural arts center for the WV Department of Culture and History but remains a pillar for early equality not just in the state, but in the nation as a whole.

You can learn more about the history of the camp at the link below. 7/8