Glen Raven is a census-designated place (CDP) in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States.

[4] The area of current Glen Raven was once occupied by Altamahaw-Ossipee Native American people.

[5] Glen Raven Inc. were awarded the "International Seal of Recommendation for Fabrics/Umbrellas/Awnings" by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Glen Raven extends north to the Haw River at an elevation of about 540 feet (160 m).

The company has grown tremendously since, performing, dying, spinning, weaving and finishing, all the way down to distribution and logistics.