It's that Time Again- Holiday Helper
Every year I adopt a family or child over the holidays. I'm focusing on giving back in my locally again this year and would love for you to join me! I will be donating unwrapped gifts to the Crisis Nursery's Holiday Helper Program from now until December 14th. (More details below) Make a donation and you will receive $10 off any of my single services or packages of $30 or more as an added bonus! *Scheduling a service is not required in order to make a donation! CLICK HERE to view the services I offer.
Holiday Helper Program 2018
Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery's Holiday Helper Program supports families who access our services during the winter season of giving. Gifts received from the Holiday Helper Program are distributed to families based on their specific needs and what has been donated. Gifts are given to families beginning on Monday, November 19th, 2018 - Monday, December 17th, 2018.
Wish List for Families:
New Toys: For children newborn - 6 years (no toys that require batteries)
*Educational activities
*Games/puzzles
*Sports balls
*Books
*They are especially in need of toys and gifts for older kids ages 5-6 years.
Gift Items for Parents:
*Personal care items (lotion,
bath salts)
* Journal and pen
*Winter accessories
*Kitchen items
Gift Cards Amounts of $25 or More: Retails stores
*Target, Kohl’s, etc.
* Amazon
Gift Wrap:
*Wrapping paper
*Scotch tape
*Bows and ribbon
*Large black trash bags
(for transporting gifts)
Items they CANNOT accept:
*Used items
*Items that promote violence (toy weapons or cartoon characters with weapons)
* Items that require batteries (many families cannot afford to replace batteries)
* Religious themed items (including gift wrap featuring Christmas, Santa, etc.)
* Pre-wrapped gifts (The families are grateful when they are able to give their children gifts.
It’s important that the families have the opportunity to wrap their gift so they are an active part of the gift giving process.)
Important Information:
Nearly 90% of the families are of minority status.
Items that promote cultural diversity are encouraged.
CONTACT ME with questions or to schedule a time to drop off your donations! Thank you!
Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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