Get Happy

06/18/2026

GARDEN CHECK IN!! Our garden at Laurel Oaks is looking really good. Updates soon on our new gardens coming online!

Planted by kids for the community!
Squash
Sweet corn
Butter beans
Okra
Tomatoes
🎉🎉🎉

05/26/2026

Something beautiful if growing with Get Happy! Our community garden initiative is creating space for fresh food, wellness and learning not to mention community connections and support. We’re not waiting for anyone to do what our neighbors need. Come plant with us!! We have 2 sites now!!!

04/04/2026

Week 2 of Little Bulls kicked off last night! We’re excited for our first week of games today! Get Active with us, Little Bulls Basketball!💪🏾

03/28/2026

We had a great time yesterday with our new little Bulls basketball teams. Do you have a little one that loves basketball, looking for more skill development and training? Join us now! We’re excited to train and play with you! Let’s Get Active together!
Thank you to our friends and partners that made this possible!

03/24/2026

We’re so excited to announce our first program of the year, a Get Active pillar program, Little Bulls Basketball! Thanks to the YMCA and friends for the partnership!

Sign up now for skills training and mentoring circles and support. And of course some good basketball!!

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

We’re entering a new season with Get Happy, and building a small leadership team to help us expand our community programming.

Right now, We're looking for:

• Program Development Lead (help source facilitators + secure host sites)
• Program Operations Coordinator (manage calendar + participant communication)

This is a 3–6 month volunteer commitment with monthly planning meetings. Ideal for someone organized, proactive, and passionate about community impact.

If you’ve been looking for a way to contribute meaningfully in Durham, this could be it.

Application link: https://forms.gle/J4M8nm8VkTfP9uAj6

Deadline: March 11

Let’s build something intentional. Let's Do the Work.

Get Happy is expanding, and we’re currently seeking committed volunteer leaders to support our upcoming programs and community initiatives. We are looking for: Program Development Lead (Volunteer) – Sources facilitators – Secures host sites – Confirms program dates – Helps shape program co...