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On September 17, Macaroni Kid publishers across the country will come together to create an Act of Kindness in each community. We'd like you, our readers, to pick your favorite community-serving non-profit that Macaroni Kid will support this year. You've already nominated local non-profits, and now from July 13-27th, we need you to vote to see which non-profit Macaroni Kid supports on September 17!
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On September 17, Macaroni Kid publishers across the country will come together to create an Act of Kindness in each community. We'd like you, our readers, to pick your favorite community-serving non-profit that Macaroni Kid will support this year. You've already nominated local non-profits, and now from July 13-27th, we need you to vote to see which non-profit Macaroni Kid supports on September 17!
Feel free to come back and vote each day. Only ONE submission per email per day please.
Also, if you own or manage a business who would like to partner with us on this endeavor, please email me at michelleschwab@macaronikid.com and we can discuss how we can work together.
VOTE HERE
NOMINATED NON-PROFITS
Ainsley’s Angels
We aim to build awareness about the special needs community through inclusion in all aspects of life. Our goals: advocate, educate, participate as active members in local communities, we believe everyone deserves to be included.
Wish list:
Bloom Closet
Wish list:
- Copies of the book, "Born an Angel" to supply to elementary schools within the county
- Rain covers for our wheelchairs
- Handlebar arm rest bars for wheelchairs
Bloom Closet
Foster children come into state custody empty-handed. The Bloom Closet provides donated clothing, baby gear, shoes, toiletries, and toys to 1,200 foster children from 60 Georgia counties – all free of cost.
Wish list:
- Donations of NEW socks & underwear for foster children (sizes baby-adult; boys & girls)
- Donations of backpacks and school supplies (all ages; boys & girls)
- Financial support through one-time donations and monthly giving (http://bloomouryouth.org/donate/)
- Gift Cards of any amount to Wal-mart, Target, etc.
- Donations of new and gently used children's clothing (sizes baby-teen; boys & girls)
Bridging The Gap
Bridging the Gap believes in meeting people where they are, without condition. We identify their needs, and help guide them back to self-sustainability. We offer healthy foods, toiletries, and household items. We also provide hot meals, showers and a laundry facility for those in need. Our other programs include: Christmas in Coweta, serving around 1400 children, summer lunches (around 4000 this summer), back to school backpacks (600-800).
Wish List:
- Volunteers
- Financial help for purchasing food items from Atlanta Food Bank (10c - 15c per lb)
- Laundry pods
- paper products.
Compass Dance Academy
Compass Dance Academy trains dancers of all ages in a joyous atmosphere where excellence is modeled through grace and encouragement, not fear and perfectionism. Our vision is to mentor each dancer to reach their full God given potential and release them to use their gift locally and around the world.
Fayette Humane Society
Fayette Humane Society provides pets of low-income families with spay/neuter surgery, food, and veterinary care. We accept surrendered pets from families whose situations have changed and find them new permanent homes.
Wish list:
- Cat and kitten food.
- Money for heartworm treatments.
- Purina ONE Puppy food
- Colored velcro puppy collars
- Dog treats or toys (Milk Bones, Pet Botanics Training Rewards, Kongs)
- Small and medium-sized dog collars
Mom's Club of Fayetteville
MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) of Fayetteville, GA is a local chapter of the International MOMS Club, a non profit that supports at home mothers. They perform at least one service project yearly to help local needy children.
Real Life Center
Real Life Center provides necessities for living, while equipping people for life. We do this by caring for the whole person. Our programs include food, clothing, financial assistance, education, encouragement and accountability.
Wish list:
- Food (Peanut Butter, Jelly, Rice, Crackers, Spaghetti Sauce)
- New packages of kids size socks and underwear
Southside Support
Southside Support is a 501c3 nonprofit that supports special needs families through virtual support, face-to-face share groups and play groups, SNAZ (Special Needs Accommodation Zone) at area events to promote inclusion, and educational Symposiums for families and providers.
Wish list:
- Money toward building a SNAZ trailer to assist people with disabilities attend community events.
- Volunteers to help at area events.
- Candy to give away at area parades
- Wipes (both diaper and Clorox) for use at SNAZ
- Gift cards to local restaurants, fuel stations, or retail stores
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