December: Baby Ava

I haven't posted one single thing for the month of December, mainly because I know that we have all found one way or another to give, to love, to help those in need.

This is different.

I read this story this morning and began to weep and weep for this family.

Please read and if your heart speaks to you today to help, please do and please pray for sweet baby Ava and her mother and father.

http://momastery.blogspot.com/2011/12/opportunities-to-remember.html

November: Mobile Hope

WHO: Mobile Hope helps at-risk youth (18 and under) in Loudoun to meet their basic needs ranging from food, blankets, personal and hygiene items and access to services and community support. Currently there are over 600 homeless children in Loudoun County and these items are delivered several times a month in areas where these children are living.

WHAT: Holding a series of donation drives. Items being collected include: Personal hygiene items, pre-paid cell phones (AT&T, GoPhone, etc), non-perishable food items, hats, gloves, socks, flashlights, hand towels, wash cloths, batteries, manual can openers, gift wrap and gift cards in $20 or less amounts.

WHEN/WHERE: Items may be dropped off at:

INOVA Loudoun Medical Campus, Leesburg (Cornwall)

224 Cornwall Street, NW. Leesburg, VA 20175

Tuesday, November 22nd (1:30-4:00)

Tuesday, November 29th (3:00-6:00)

Thursday, December 1st (12:00-3:00)

FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.inova.org/mobile-hope

QUESTIONS??: mobile@inova.org

Thank you to Christy for providing this opportunity and to you for helping make a difference!

"You can't change the world...

but you can change the world for one."

http://www.hello-somebody.com/

Just ordered 2 adorable watches and you can too.

Check out their mission and the 100 boys they are changing the world for...

(just look at these kiddos!)

www.hello-somebody.com/children/

Simply beautiful.

**Just recieved my watches in the mail and a card saying that I was able to help feed/educate this sweet little boy: http://hello-somebody.com/children/child/ramadhan-dusingizimana/

October Part II: Halloween Parade

When: Monday, October 24th @ 10:30 am

Where: The Johnson Center, 20535 Earhart Place, Potomac Falls, Virginia 20165

What: Bring your kids decked out in their Halloween costumes for a parade around the retirement facility!

*Please post a comment if you plan to attend or if you have questions!

October Part 1: Buddy Walk!

What: Buddy Walk 2011

Where: Saturday, October 15th

Bull Run Regional Park

7700 Bull Run Drive

Centreville, VA 20121

Why: By participating in this important cause, you will be changing the lives of people with Down Syndrome. Every step you take and dollar you raise you will help the Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia enhance the quality of life for those with Down Syndrome and their families.

For More Information and to Support Mackenzie's Marchers: Click on the Buddy Walk link under upcoming walks.

September: Wrap Up

We were fully blessed today with beautiful weather for the RBC's Yard Sale!

It was amazing to see everyone working together and also showing our children what it means to lend a helping hand!

A big THANK YOU to Christy for not only helping with the sale, but also contributing to the Fight Hunger food donation.

Together we will make a difference.

Nuts and Bolts

If you are able to help in any of our events, please leave a comment in the post that pertains. By doing so, I can keep track of the amount of hours we spend volunteering. I will also be posting a separate email address that you can contact me about upcoming events, future ideas or pictures from the volunteering you have done!

Thank you for all you do and check back soon for our October events!

September Part II: Serve Our Neighbors

I couldn't resist posting this second opportunity!

When: September 10th, 2011 (8am-2pm)

Where: Reston Bible Church, Dulles Virginia

What: Gigantic Yard Sale! There are many different ways to help out, from making baked goods, selling items, sorting or donating goods to sell. All proceeds will be used to help the poor in our community and abroad.

For More Information: www.restonbible.org/events/details/99-church-wide-yard-sale

September: Fight Hunger

When: September 9th, 2011 (between 9am-4pm)

Where: Reston Interfaith Emergency Service Program, 11484 Washington Plaza West, Suite 120, Reston Virginia 20190

Who: Create the Good http://www.createthegood.org/

What: Simply fill up a bag (or several) of non-perishable food items and deliver at the time and place listed above. In an effort to end hunger in Virginia, over 100 local Food Banks and organizations will be using our donations for families in our community.

For More Information: http://createthegood.org/volunteer/opportunity-details/12052?promo=drive (There are addition drop-off locations listed if they are more convienent for you).

Thank you for all you do and stay tuned for our October Opportunity!

Welcome!

I couldn't be happier that you are here and are ready to get your hands dirty! I have decided to take on a challenge every month and I would love it if you came along for the ride. Each month I will be providing a volunteer opportunity at a local organization and all you have to do is show up! It's that easy. Our efforts will vary from month to month - it might be picking up trash, feeding the hunger or mentoring those in need. My hope is that our family and friends will team up to make a difference in our community and have fun while doing it. Bookmark our blog/become a follower and come back to check on upcoming events and our progress. Together we will make a difference.

-Courtney