“Everybody can be great. Because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve…. You don’t have to know the second theory of thermodynamics in physics to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”

~Martin Luther King, Jr.

Did you know there are over 1.5 million nonprofits in the United States? There are so many incredible organizations around us who are giving so much for the community! Recently, I had the opportunity to take candid photos for the Dean Thomas Moinet Foundation. They are a local nonprofit in Raleigh and provide holistic support for families of medically fragile children at various hospitals in the Raleigh-Durham area. From providing fresh homemade dinner for families, to providing spiritual support, to throwing birthday parties for the children, you can't help but feel the genuine love they have for others!

These photos were taken at the UNC Children's Hospital. Whenever I take candid photos, my goal is to authentically show all the behind-the-scenes work as best as possible. It's important to note that a lot of families would come from various locations around the country. Often times families can feel lonely without knowing anyone in the Raleigh-Durham area especially when their child is going through intense medical treatment. The DTM Foundation, however, befriends these families and builds a community of love and support for them. 

If you would like to get involved and donate your time or resources, contact them here on their website. Hope ya'll get out there and find ways to connect and serve others!

-Genevieve

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Friends, food, shopping...if that combination of words sound good to you, then you should check out the Raleigh Housewives in the City social events! They host monthly social and networking events at popular venues in Raleigh, NC and I had the honor to take event photography for them this month. You'll get to enjoy great food, drinks, and shopping and meet talented vendors (who offer giveaways and raffles!). Best of all, these events are FREE! How can you say no to that?

Below includes some of the highlights from June's event at the newly renovated Marriott Crabtree Valley in Raleigh. It's conveniently located next to Crabtree Mall, so if you want to do more shopping you can simply cross the street!

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Venue: Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

G. Lin Photography is a premier Raleigh family photographer serving the greater Triangle area. We specialize in creating timeless family portraits that feel natural and genuine, and preserving your photos with heirloom quality products.

If you're looking to book a Durham family photographer or Raleigh family photographer, please contact Genevieve here.

I had such an amazing time taking family portraits and candid shots for the Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS) fundraiser! The event was held on a beautiful farm in Chatham County, and children had the opportunity to pet and ride Belle, the sweetest mare. Oh, and did I mention there were also over 30 chickens? Both Belle and the chickens were a hit with the kids (and parents, too!). Below are a few of my favorite candid shots from the day!

Also, the funds we were raising was going towards TAPS, which is a wonderful nonprofit that offers peer support for new parents in the Raleigh-Durham area. With every new transition in life, there's nothing more powerful, encouraging, and supportive when you're in community, especially with others who are in the same season of life as you! I highly encourage ya'll to check them out!

Lastly, if you are interested in a Raleigh event photographer, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me here. I'd love to chat with you and see how I can support your organization, and help you reach the community!

G. Lin Photography is a premier Raleigh family photographer serving the greater Triangle area. We specialize in creating timeless family portraits that feel natural and genuine, and preserving your photos with heirloom quality products.

If you're looking to book a Durham family photographer or Raleigh family photographer, please contact Genevieve here.