This year my family and I have been collecting soda can tops to give to the Ronald McDonald house this Christmas. Yes, they really do take them "tops only no cans". We succeed in collecting about a gallon of them. I couldn't believe how diligent we had to be to collect that many.
It has been a very tough year for a huge amount of people. What better way to enjoy the holidays than to give the gift of love. Imagine, if each family we know would take one $20 stocking stuffer and pass it along to a worthy cause. There are so many causes to choose from. Some of my favorites:
Ronald McDonald House Charities http://www.rmhc.com
We help families address their problems regarding health care.
Whether those problems involve how to stay near and support a hospitalized child, how to afford staying together in another city while a child is undergoing treatment, or even getting basic medical and dental care in an under served community.
Brides Against Breast Cancer www.makingmemories.org“
Brides Against Breast Cancer”, a fundraising wing of Making Memories, holds charity wedding gown sales in dozens of cities across the nation every year. Shopping at a “Brides Against Breast Cancer”event is a great way to find a fabulous gown and save hundreds, maybe even thousands of dollars, while making wishes and dreams come true for terminal patients. Gowns whose original value is up to $4,000 are sold between $89 and $899. Gowns originally priced between $4,000 and $10,000 sell for up
to 80% off.
DeShawn Snow Foundation, Inc. www.deshawnsnowfoundation.org
I established the DeShawn Snow Foundation to assist teenage girls who face challenges and roadblocks like I did. I believe that together we can make a difference and have a substantial impact in steering our teenage girls toward successful life paths. I want to be part of making a difference, so I have dedicated my life to empowering and enriching the lives of girls.
"Together we can create stepping stones that create success and opportunities for every girl." - DeShawn Snow
This year has taught us many lessons on getting involved in our communities and taking the time to be a part of the solution. Let's continue the trend.
About Me
- LaVoria Buckley
- I am the owner of Moments and Memories by LaVoria Events an event planning company servicing the Central Florida area. We specialize in ethnic, interracial and multicultural weddings. I believe a wedding should be a true reflection of who the bride and groom are as a couple and that their ceremony and reception should be a tribute to their uniqueness (is that a word!) as individuals and as a couple.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
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