About Us
Born From a Deep Love for Community
Inspired by the legacy of the late Willie Goodyear — a lifelong resident whose passion for people left a lasting mark — Tim Heath saw an opportunity to bring that same spirit to life through action.
Together with his wife, Eva Patterson Heath, also a proud Red Springs native, that vision became reality in 2022 with the founding of RSFCS — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rooted in service, connection, and purpose.
Since its beginning, RSFCS has focused on creating meaningful opportunities that promote historical awareness, educational growth, cultural appreciation, recreation, and health initiatives — all grounded in the needs and spirit of Red Springs and surrounding communities.
Our mission is to uplift the families, youth, and residents of Red Springs, NC — through community events, programs, and a shared belief that when we invest in each other, we all rise together.
Our Founding Purpose
Connect Families
Linking families with community resources, programs, and opportunities that help them thrive.
Inclusive Engagement
Promoting multigenerational participation across every corner of our community, no one left behind.
Preserve History
Honoring and celebrating the rich local history and cultural heritage that defines Red Springs.
Community Pride
Encouraging healthy lifestyles, civic pride, and a strong sense of belonging for all residents.
A Celebration That Brings Us Together
A cornerstone of RSFCS’s work is the annual Juneteenth Celebration — a powerful expression of unity, history, and culture.
What began through collaboration with Ellion McQueen has grown into one of the most meaningful community gatherings in Red Springs, now carried forward alongside the Robeson County Arts Council.
Each year, this celebration brings together residents of all ages to honor freedom, celebrate heritage, and create lasting memories through music, education, and fellowship.
Notable Achievements
Philanthropy & School Investments
Academic Scholarships
11 graduating seniors recognized for their academic achievement and community commitment
$12,800
Red Springs High School
Golf Team · Band · USAAH Club
$2,000
Red Springs Middle School
Band · Landscape Project · Prom
$1,100
Peterson Elementary School
Library & Landscape Project
$1,510
Purnell Swett High School
Marching Band
$600
Fairmont High School
Marching Band
$300
Warriors For Christ — Back to School
School Supply Drive
$900
Willie Goodyear Memorial Park
Landscaping & Beautification
$410
Wilson Terry Memorial Park
Landscaping & Beautification
$410
Robeson County Arts Council
Community Arts Event Sponsorship
$600
Shining Star Lodge #80
EGG-stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt
$100
Boy Scout Troop
Youth Program Support
$150
Red Springs Fire Department
Community Safety & Service
$250
Christmas in Red Springs
Annual Holiday Celebration
$200
Food Give-Away
- Second Harvest Food Bank
- Smithfield Foods
Additional Collaborative Efforts
United Way
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Book Give-Away
Communities in Schools (CIS)
Back Pak Pals — Fighting student hunger
Mountaire Farms & CIS
Easter for Thousands — Holiday food & gifts distribution
Community Seminars & Education
American Red Cross
Blood Drives & Emergency Preparedness
NC Legal Aid
Wills & Trusts — Know Your Rights
VIA Health Partners
Living & Coping with Grief
Every dollar given, every partnership formed, every meal shared — it all comes back to one belief: when we invest in each other, we all rise together.
— Red Springs Family & Community Services
Executive Committee
Eva Patterson Heath
Chair
Jasmine Blue
Vice Chair
Tim Heath
Treasurer
Danelle Gordon
Secretary
Ellion McQueen
Historian
