Benchmarks

Benchmarks Benchmarks is an alliance of agencies committed to leadership, quality and accountability.

Benchmarks is a non-profit association of provider agencies advocating for quality and accountability among human service providers so that North Carolina’s children, adults and families can realize their full potential, contribute to their communities and live healthy lives. Who We Are: Quality Agencies Delivering Results
With nearly 90 member agencies, Benchmarks has an extensive vetting process

for membership that includes national accreditation, good standing reviews from DHHS and provider references. We do not accept member agencies that cannot meet our rigorous standards, and thus we represent the most highly qualified North Carolina providers producing the strongest outcomes in the areas of child welfare, mental health, intellectual/developmental disabilities and substance abuse. What We Do: Partner to Bring About Needed Solutions
Benchmarks brings expertise in research, policy and practice to North Carolina policy leaders so they can develop the common sense solutions needed to improve the functioning and accountability of our state’s health and human services system. Benchmarks’ expertise includes:
• On the ground experience of our nearly ninety provider members and their leadership in delivering high quality services within the current policy and practice landscape;
• A unique combination of over 100 years of collective staff experience translating research to practice, conducting policy advocacy, and providing services in the fields of mental health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse. Our activities focus on :
• Partnership development across the continuum of care at the state and local levels, including a strong, proactive partnership with DHHS and the legislature to improve outcomes for children, adults and families through high quality, research-based services;
• A professional education program serving providers across North Carolina through on-line and on-site training;
• Providing support for Benchmarks members before the legislature and state agencies on policy and implementation issues impacting member services, consumers and funding


Please read more about our association, including our updates and membership process, by visiting our website www.benchmarksnc.org.

08/31/2026

💚 HOPE. HEALING. COMMUNITY. 💙
We are delighted to welcome Project Transition to the Destination 2026 family as our newest Silver Booth Buzz Sponsor!

And there could hardly be a more fitting organization to join us in the mountains.

At Project Transition, recovery isn't simply about treatment, it's about helping people discover a life worth living. Through person-centered care, therapeutic community and meaningful connection, Project Transition supports individuals as they build skills, pursue their goals, strengthen their independence and create futures defined not by a diagnosis, but by possibility.

That spirit feels right at home at Destination. 🌄

Because we believe in the power of bringing people together.
We believe relationships matter.

We believe communities can change lives.

And we believe there is always room for hope.

To our friends at Project Transition: THANK YOU for investing in Destination 2026 and in the conversations, connections and partnerships that will move our work forward. We are so grateful to have you with us and we can't wait to welcome you to Cherokee!

💙💚 Breathe in. Connect. Move forward.

📍 Destination 2026 | Cherokee, NC
📅 October 13–16, 2026

And we hope YOU will join us, too! Come spend four unforgettable days in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains connecting with the people, ideas and organizations shaping the future of health and human services in North Carolina.

Visit www.benchmarksnc.org to learn more and make plans to join us!

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08/31/2026

Look Who’s Opening Destination 2026!

We’re thrilled to welcome Chris Dyer to the stage as he kicks off Destination 2026 with an interactive leadership experience designed for the people who lead, serve, and make a difference every day.

From navigating relentless change to strengthening trust, relationships, culture, and retention, Chris will bring practical strategies, meaningful conversation, and plenty of opportunities to connect and put ideas into action.

This isn’t just another session you’ll enjoy in the moment. It’s an experience designed to help you thrive through change and focus on the moments that matter.

TODAY is the LAST DAY to take advantage of Early Bird Registration! Once it’s gone, so is the discounted rate. Don’t miss your chance to join us in Cherokee for Destination 2026, register today!

https://www.accelevents.com/e/destination-2026

We can’t wait to welcome you to Cherokee for Destination 2026!

Some of the best conversations don't happen inside the meeting room.As the sun sets over the mountains, join colleagues ...
08/31/2026

Some of the best conversations don't happen inside the meeting room.

As the sun sets over the mountains, join colleagues and friends for one of Destination 2026's signature experiences, the Reception on the Terrace.

Enjoy breathtaking views, lively music, delicious hors d'oeuvres, refreshing beverages, and meaningful conversations with professionals from across North Carolina.

Because the best networking happens when everyone has a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy the moment.

Register today: https://www.accelevents.com/e/destination-2026

In human services, introducing a new policy, program, or practice is only the beginning. Successful implementation requi...
08/31/2026

In human services, introducing a new policy, program, or practice is only the beginning. Successful implementation requires more than communication and training. It takes ongoing support, collaboration, workflow adjustments, coaching, and the right structures to help teams turn expectations into sustainable practice.
In our latest blog, we explore what it takes to move beyond simply announcing change and create the conditions for meaningful, lasting implementation across human-service systems.
Read the full blog to learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/announcing-change-same-implementing-kmnme?trk=public_post_feed-article-content

Stronger communities are built by people who learn, collaborate, and grow together. Collaboration is more than a convers...
08/28/2026

Stronger communities are built by people who learn, collaborate, and grow together. Collaboration is more than a conversation, it’s a catalyst for innovation, growth, and meaningful change. Research from the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) found that organizations that promote collaboration are five times more likely to be high performing.

At Destination 2026, we’re bringing together professionals from across the field to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build connections that extend far beyond the conference.
Because when we learn from one another, we strengthen the teams and communities we serve.

Join us October 13–16 in Cherokee, NC. Register today and be part of the conversation!

https://www.accelevents.com/e/destination-2026

08/27/2026

🌅 BREATHE IN. CONNECT. MOVE FORWARD. 🌅

We have some BIG Destination 2026 news to share!

Benchmarks is absolutely thrilled to welcome Molina Healthcare as an ELITE SPONSOR of Destination 2026! 💙

Molina's commitment to improving health and strengthening communities makes this partnership especially meaningful to us AND this October, they're helping us create an experience at Destination that celebrates not only the important work we do together, but the people who make that work possible.

They're helping us start our mornings in a pretty wonderful way. 🧘‍♀️🌄

Thanks to Molina Healthcare, Destination attendees will have the opportunity to rise with the Blue Ridge Mountains and begin the day with Morning Yoga, a chance to breathe, move, recharge and find a little calm before another extraordinary day of learning, connecting and imagining what's possible.

Because at Destination, we believe some of the most meaningful connections happen when we make room to care for ourselves and one another.

To Molina Healthcare: THANK YOU. Thank you for your generous investment in Destination 2026, for believing in the power of connection and community, and for helping us create moments our attendees will carry with them long after we leave Cherokee.

We are incredibly grateful to have you on this journey with us.

Breathe in. Connect. Move forward.

We'll see you in the mountains. 💙🌄

📍 Destination 2026 | Cherokee, NC📅 October 13–16, 2026

We hope YOU will join us, too! Come experience four unforgettable days of ideas, inspiration, relationships and renewal in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Visit www.benchmarksnc.org to learn more and make plans to join us!

We are proud to recognize and thank Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home for their continued membership in the Benchmarks ...
08/27/2026

We are proud to recognize and thank Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home for their continued membership in the Benchmarks affiliation and their unwavering commitment to children and families across North Carolina.
For more than 30 years, Ebenezer has provided a safe, nurturing, and stable environment for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or family disruption. Through residential foster care and community-based foster care services, they work to ensure children receive the support they need to heal, grow, and thrive. Their programs are rooted in a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach that prioritizes safety, stability, and permanency while also supporting reunification whenever possible.
Beyond direct care, Ebenezer partners with foster families across the state, providing training, guidance, and ongoing support to build strong, healthy placements that help children maintain meaningful connections to family and community.
Their work reflects a deep commitment to protecting children, strengthening families, and building brighter futures across North Carolina.
We are grateful for their partnership and the lasting impact they continue to make.

08/27/2026

💚 Building bridges. Growing hope. Creating brighter futures. 💚

We are delighted to welcome Alexander Youth Network to Destination 2026 as a Silver Booth Buzz Sponsor!

For more than a century, Alexander Youth Network has been helping children and families find pathways toward hope and healing. Their commitment to supporting children with emotional and behavioral health needs and strengthening the families and communities surrounding them beautifully reflects the heart of so much of the work represented at Destination.

We are incredibly grateful to Alexander Youth Network for investing in Destination 2026 and for joining the remarkable community of providers, leaders, advocates and partners who believe that better futures are built together.

Thank you, Alexander Youth Network, for the lives you touch, the hope you nurture, and for helping us make Destination 2026 something truly special.

💚We can't wait to welcome you to the Blue Ridge Mountains!Destination 2026 | October 13–16, 2026 | Cherokee, NC

And we hope YOU will join us, too! Come be part of four unforgettable days of learning, connection, inspiration and possibility at Destination 2026. Visit www.benchmarksnc.org to learn more, we'd love to see you in Cherokee! 💚⛰️

08/26/2026

Put Your Brand at the Center of the Conversation at Destination 2026!

The Networking Nook gives your organization the opportunity to create a welcoming space where attendees can gather, recharge, and connect throughout the conference. As conversations happen and relationships grow, your brand stays front and center.

This exclusive sponsorship is a great way to increase engagement, build brand recognition, and support meaningful connections among behavioral health and human services professionals.

Availability is limited, and the September 15th sponsorship deadline is approaching. Don’t miss your opportunity to secure this high-visibility sponsorship!

Explore sponsorship opportunities and reserve your package: https://www.accelevents.com/e/destination-2026-sponsorship-opportunities

Let Your Brand Bloom at Destination 2026.Your company can help create the breathtaking floral stage design that sets the...
08/25/2026

Let Your Brand Bloom at Destination 2026.

Your company can help create the breathtaking floral stage design that sets the scene for Destination 2026’s most memorable moments.

The Stage in Bloom Sponsorship places an elegant floral arrangement on the general session stage throughout the event, complete with your company’s branded ribbon. Your brand will be in view during keynote presentations, award ceremonies, event photography, and more.

Plus, your organization will receive recognition across our sponsorship banner, event website, pre-event marketing, and social media. Limited sponsorships are available. Take center stage and let your brand bloom where inspiration begins.

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities: https://www.accelevents.com/e/destination-2026-sponsorship-opportunities

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