Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce
Horton & Mendez was honored to participate in Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce Business Diversity Council’s 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Vendor Fair! The festive event honored the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic business community.
Charlotte FC
We’re proud to stand alongside Charlotte FC as an Associate Partner. Soccer has a special way of bringing people together, and this partnership lets us celebrate the teamwork, determination, and community pride that make North Carolina strong.
Being part of the Charlotte FC family is an exciting way for us to connect with fans and support the culture growing around the game we all love.
Best of NC Heroes
In 2025, Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys launched the Best of NC Heroes giveaway to honor North Carolina’s first responders, including firefighters, police officers, nurses, EMS personnel, ocean rescue members, and others who protect and serve our communities.
Through community nominations and voting, $2,000 in cash prizes were awarded to outstanding heroes. Congratulations to our remarkable winners and thank you to everyone who participated.
Follow us on Facebook to meet the winners and stay connected with our latest community involvement!
Best of NC Teachers
2025 marked the first year of our Best of NC Teachers giveaway, where Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys awarded $2,000 cash prizes to outstanding NC educators, nominated and voted on by our community.
Congratulations to our incredible winners, and thank you to everyone who participated!
This annual tradition is just getting started. Follow us on Facebook to stay in the loop for next year’s nominations and voting!
North Carolina Mock Trial Program
The North Carolina Mock Trial Program believes that teaching high school students about our justice system and trial-by-jury is crucial to preserving our rights as citizens. Our mission is to create engaged citizens through the hands-on learning activity of mock trial, thereby enabling students to gain the civic understanding, self-confidence, analytical reasoning, and communications skills that are vital for tomorrow’s leaders.
Paws4People
Paws4People® trains and places Assistance Dogs, empowering users to transform their lives for a better tomorrow. We believe every person is deserving of priceless and well-deserved independence.
Yacht Venture & Pins & Pints benefiting Children’s Museum of Wilmington
OUR MISSION
The Children’s Museum of Wilmington provides a welcoming and engaging environment that promotes hands-on art, science, and literacy-focused learning for all children and their caregivers. Horton & Mendez is honored to be a part of such an important institution.
Gaston Business Association
A flourishing Gaston County embodies the vibrant energy and expansion seen across the greater Charlotte area. Daily, individuals and businesses within the county seize opportunities to pave their paths to success. At the heart of this dynamic environment is the Gaston Business Association, serving as the leading advocate for commerce in Gaston County. The Association plays a crucial role in fostering business achievement and spurring economic development. Horton & Mendez is proud to be a part of this association to further the growth of the community.
Hope for the Warriors
Horton & Mendez is proud to support a cause dedicated to empowering those impacted by military service. Our belief is strong that restoring a sense of self, family, and hope is key to thriving at home. On a national scale, Hope For The Warriors offers extensive support programs designed to aid service members, veterans, and military families. Their initiatives focus on facilitating smooth transitions, enhancing health and wellness, fostering peer engagement, and connecting individuals with vital community resources.
Step Up for Soldiers
Horton & Mendez is honored to sponsor Step Up For Soldiers, a distinguished 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. With a mission to support disabled veterans facing limb loss and mobility challenges, Step Up For Soldiers is dedicated to equipping them with the essential resources needed to adapt to life after combat. Through their events and fundraising efforts, the organization aims not only to improve the lives of veterans and their families but also to help rebuild their confidence and foster a positive self-image.
Gaston County Family YMCA
Horton & Mendez is proud to sponsor the Gaston County Family YMCA, an organization dedicated to fortifying the community and enhancing the lives of its residents. The YMCA’s mission is to expand its reach, ensuring that every individual—regardless of age, income, or background—has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Through its efforts, the YMCA strives to support and uplift all neighbors, fostering a more vibrant and inclusive community.
Canines for Service
Canines for Service- (CFS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 1996 and is the longest-running, internationally accredited service dog provider in North Carolina. Civilian and Veteran clients have included those with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, stroke, severe heart conditions, arthritis, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Wilmington Marathon
Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys supports the Wilmington Marathon and its mission to promote health and fitness in the region.
The annual Wilmington Marathon averages over 3,500 participants each year, generates millions of dollars to the surrounding communities, and donates to high school athletics and volunteer organizations around the City of Wilmington.
The event includes a 26.2-mile Full Marathon, a 13.1-mile Half Marathon, a Marathon Relay, Fleet Feet Downtown 5K, and 1-mile Glow race that’s free for kids.
Nourish NC
NourishNC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to enhancing children’s health and preventing the devastating effects of childhood hunger by providing nutritious food to the community’s most vulnerable kids.
NourishNC provides many programs, including:
- The Backpack Program, giving K-5 children healthy meals, snacks and drinks every weekend.
- Farmers MarKID, sharing “Nourish Bucks” so families can shop for fresh produce at a pop-up farmer’s market.
- Toddler Tummies for ages 1-4, delivering high-quality food directly to homes.
- Food Farmacy, a partnership with local pediatric offices to assess children for food insecurity and provide families with a box of non-perishable food.
Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys is proud to support NourishNC in its mission to distribute hundreds of thousands of pounds of food each year to fuel the future of North Carolina kids.
Good Shepherd
The mission of Good Shepherd Center is to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and foster transition to housing.
Established in 1983 as a modest Soup Kitchen, Good Shepherd has grown to become the largest provider of homeless services in the region. Current programs include the Soup Kitchen which serves over 89,000 meals a year; Second Helpings food salvage and distribution program; Sgt. Eugene Ashley Center providing transitional and permanent supportive housing for Veterans and men with disabilities; a Day Shelter providing the homeless with access to showers, clothing, transportation, and on-site mental health and health services; and a Night Shelter with 118 beds for homeless men, women, and families with children. Good Shepherd recently opened SECU Lakeside Reserve, an affordable housing unit with 40 apartments for chronically homeless adults with disabilities, including seniors and Veterans.
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Horton & Mendez supports the North Carolina Advocates for Justice because they fight to protect individual rights and ensure fair legal representation. Giving back to NCAJ aligns with our mission to advocate for justice and support the legal community that serves all North Carolinians.
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