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APRIL 2018 Mission - CARDS FOR A CAUSE
2018 Cards For A Cause
APRIL MISSION Stamp from the Heart!
ORGANIZATION BEING FEATURED: Brighter Birthdays https://www.brighterbirthdays.org/ Description of Organization: “For many children, birthdays are considered to be one of the most important days of their lives. While a number of organizations help make holidays special, far fewer focus on birthdays. This may leave some disadvantaged children unable to fully celebrate their special day. BrighterBirthdays’ mission is to change this. Founded in 2017, we are a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) service organization dedicated to giving underprivileged children brighter birthdays.
Underprivileged children with upcoming birthdays are identified by their schools. We provide these students with birthday bags filled with party supplies, treats, crafts, toys and basic living essentials. All of this is made possible through caring supporters who donate items, make financial contributions or give generously of their time.”
CONTACT PERSON: Teresa - va.sunshine
Referred by: Linda - LindaBabe
TYPE OF CARDS: Fun Birthday cards suitable for Pre-K through 6th grade, boys and girls. Please include envelopes if possible. SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS: no staples or other sharp embellishments
MAILING ADDRESS: Brighter Birthdays 3 Central Plaza #383 Rome, GA 30161
GUIDELINES: Please keep in mind, we are representing SCS by sending our cards each month. Recycling is always good, but only use products on your cards that you would like to receive on cards. Also, our card donations are not tax deductible and it is not required. Please do not ask for a receipt. There have been groups that will send thank you's but the "referred by" person keeps us informed and passes on the thank you's. Most of these organizations are volunteers and spend countless hours helping others, lets help make their jobs easier and bless them in helping others.
For a little added inspiration you can join us in playing along with the OPTIONAL challenge each month. This is only optional and you do not have to play along to send your cards to the featured cause for the month. We always take cards no matter if you play along in the challenge or not. This months challenge is to be inspired by the color/mood board, see first post below. Be sure to use the keyword C4AC so that we can check out your card and comment! To see this gallery C4AC click here.
THANK YOU!
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I am so excited about helping brighter birthdays, this is the first time linda has reached out to us...let's bless them abundantly to help these sweet children. brighter birthdays will also be joining our on going list. you can see that here....
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Thank you SO much for accepting this challenge! For the next school year, the organization will be packing 2250 Birthday bags. That, friends, is a lot of cards! Without the help of all y'all, the mountain would be a lot harder to climb. Thank you!
Ok, let me preface this by saying I'm not the greatest with children's cards, but this is such a wonderful cause, I'll certainly give it my all!
What a great idea and it touches me to hear about this organization. I was one of those poor kids whose birthdays didn't get celebrated much. Is it any wonder that I, literally, forget my own birthday year after year? Heck, I didn't have a birthday party until I was 32 years old (!!) and when I see the kids nowadays having parties for every single birthday, it makes me sad because I know they aren't appreciating and taking it all for granted; then, there are those kids who can't celebrate and it breaks my heart.
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Stampincatmom, I can really resonate with what you wrote. So.
If you gals all will send me your birthdate (JUST month and day) and snail mail addy, I will add you to my personal birthday card list . For as long as I am able, your special day will never be forgotten.
Shannon West, of Stampin' UP! inspired me two years ago with her "bringing birthdays back" campaign. She (with help from her friends) sent over 2000 cards to a list of people that requested a card. I started my own list that now includes nearly 200. Since i'm self funded, lol, I'm adding MUCH more slowly to my list than she did, and definitely NOT posting it on my facebook page.
Excited to work on supporting THIS charity, again for as long as I'm able. At 70, who knows how long that will be.
Here's a picture of the box I'm collecting the local cards in.
The deal is we don't get to divide them by age or gender they're just bagged at random. I don't see why shaker cards or glitter would not be ok. You can write in them, sign them, stamp in them whatever you choose as long as it's suitable for a kid. Dorie95 - you are fortunate I had to TEACH myself to make cards for kids - and buy a couple new stamp sets too. Gee isn't that too bad. lol
Thank you, Folks! SO MUCH. remember to pm me YOUR birthdays for my list, k?
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StampinAK, The kids are going to LOVE your cards, if the one you posted is any indication. SO bright and cheerful and just plain fun! Thank you!
Remember to send me YOUR birthday! I've got one added to my list.
I've never been one to make "kid" cards so it's a learning experience. I cased this one.
Miss Alaska? Brighter Birthdays received your cards and facebooked me immediately just raving about how wonderful they are! She was blown away! Thank you!
I also received a batch from "Mr. Martini". They are also lovely and much appreciated! Thank you!
I'm back from 10 Glorious days on cruise (Loved the Panama Canal!) - and will be working on getting kids cards made up for this month - before i go out of town again end of month!
What a great cause! and a great opportunity to get better with Kids cards!
Any shape/size is OK???
And are you best served with cards with insides stamped and signed by donor? I wasn't too clear on that part...
Love it if the insides are also stamped, if you have time! If you'd like to sign your name you may. Mine are all signed Your honorary grandma, Linda or, if I'm tired just Grandma Linda
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I can relate to not being the greatest with children's cards either, I am sure they will be much appreciated!
sorry to hear you to have birthday parties!
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Ok, let me preface this by saying I'm not the greatest with children's cards, but this is such a wonderful cause, I'll certainly give it my all!
What a great idea and it touches me to hear about this organization. I was one of those poor kids whose birthdays didn't get celebrated much. Is it any wonder that I, literally, forget my own birthday year after year? Heck, I didn't have a birthday party until I was 32 years old (!!) and when I see the kids nowadays having parties for every single birthday, it makes me sad because I know they aren't appreciating and taking it all for granted; then, there are those kids who can't celebrate and it breaks my heart.
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I am sure any shape is fine, it looks like you can do either. sign or not sign, it is up to you.
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I'm back from 10 Glorious days on cruise (Loved the Panama Canal!) - and will be working on getting kids cards made up for this month - before i go out of town again end of month!
What a great cause! and a great opportunity to get better with Kids cards!
Any shape/size is OK???
And are you best served with cards with insides stamped and signed by donor? I wasn't too clear on that part...
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Another awesome cause! I'm so glad this is in the ongoing list. I haven't been able to stamp much lately and we have company in town this week. Good to know there is more time to contribute!
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Miss Alaska? Brighter Birthdays received your cards and facebooked me immediately just raving about how wonderful they are! She was blown away! Thank you!
I also received a batch from "Mr. Martini". They are also lovely and much appreciated! Thank you!
I must be "Miss Alaska". Thanks for the update, Linda!
Can you give a quick tutorial on how to attach a picture to the message?
Click on the yellow box with the mountains and sun. (That's the insert image icon.)
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Click on the image from your computer that you want to upload.
Then click, Insert (which is the top, right button on the page.)
I hope this helps.
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APRIL 2018 Mission - CARDS FOR A CAUSE
