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4worldlovers: Mayor Mitch Colvin, a native of Fayetteville, has a passion for helping to improve the City and its citizens. He was elected in November 2017 as the City’s longest serving African-American mayor and is currently serving his third term. Prior to that, he served two consecutive terms as a city council member for District 3 from 2013-15 and as mayor pro tem from 2015-17.

In 1995, at the age of 21, Mr. Colvin assumed the operational leadership of Colvin Funeral Home, Inc. He still leads the operation of Colvin Funeral Home and Crematory today, helping residents in their time of need. Mr. Colvin learned at an early age that being in business is not easy and over the last 20 years he has worked hard to build a strong, community-oriented business, restore goodwill and address remaining legacy issues. Today his company is a market leader in funeral home service calls. He believes that hard work and commitment in the face of adversity is crucial to survival in business and in life.

Mayor Colvin has been a vocal advocate working, with former Commissioner Charles Evans, District Attorney Billy West, North Carolina Representative Elmer Floyd and Clerk of Court Lisa Scales to help expunge the record of non-violent felons in our community. Additionally, Mayor Colvin places a priority on mental health awareness and initiatives for residents in need.

Mayor Colvin’s vision is to help Fayetteville prepare for the future by building a viable work force, investing in infrastructure and expanding our city's connection to the global economy. He is placing a strong emphasis on economic development; education and training; and the creation of a safe and secure community. Mayor Colvin strongly believes in building a community that works for all segments of our society and our city.

Since his time in elected office, Mayor Colvin has served in the following capacities:

City of Fayetteville Representative to Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO)

Mayor has represented the City of Fayetteville on the national stage on a number of occasions from meetings at the White House to meetings with national presidential candidates to discuss the importance of Fayetteville, N.C. to the region and the state.

Mayor Colvin displayed his poise and leadership during Hurricanes Matthew and Florence when he appeared on Fox News, BBC, CNN, Good Morning America and The Weather Channel. Additionally, he has been interviewed by Time Magazine, Associated Press and The New York Times, among other media outlets on various topics concerning the City of Fayetteville.

Redevelopment and business growth of the Murchison Road corridor and other underserved communities

Mayor Colvin is also committed to unity in the community by working with other local government organizations on partnerships and projects to improve Fayetteville and Cumberland County. Improved collaboration and City connections to our universities, medical system and local government partners.

Appointed by Gov. Roy Cooper to the Governor's Crime Commission in 2017

Sponsored ordinance supporting local and small business inclusion in all City contracts

Coordination of local governing bodies to strategically address the Community’s Tier 1 Poverty Status.

4worldlovers:
The Cumberland County Council on Older Adults was established in 1968 as a non-profit organization. Fifty years later we are still committed to our mission: to help older adults living in Cumberland County maintain their independence at home with dignity.

We offer services at no cost to seniors age 60+ living in Cumberland County. How? Through our wonderful volunteers, staff, generous monetary support, and various funding sources.

4worldlovers: Arts Council grant helps Longleaf Press launch a Writing Mentorship Program for youth in Cumberland

Writing Mentorship Program challenges students to explore and communicate life experiences through their words and interpretations.

Meet Katelyn Murphy, a Mini Grant recipient and creator of children's book that helps comfort young clients going through the system.

Community Recognition Award honors the Arts Council as Industry/Business 2023 Award recipient

Arts Council is being honored for promoting positive human relations in Fayetteville and Cumberland County.


Arts Council announces FY24 Annual Grants for Nonprofits, Education Institutions, and Municipalities


Arts Council announcing two annual grant opportunities for arts, culture, and history related operations and programs.