LWP- Hannah's House-Thursday 9/13 noon-1pm at 625 N. Walnut
Join us & check out Hannah's House, a new place for us, doing great things for pregnant women in our area! They are a transitional living shelter providing pregnant women with housing, supportive programs, and spiritual guidance during the pregnancy and up to (9) months after the baby is born. Hannah's House is open to all pregnant, adult, women ages 18 or older in need, regardless of race, religious beliefs, or financial status. We provide women with a safe, comfortable home where they can gain the spiritual, physical, and emotional strength to parent their child and work toward self-sufficiency or make an adoption plan. Our average resident stays for approximately 11 months. Each resident is mentored during her stay at Hannah's House, and many seek mentoring after they leave our shelter and continue to receive baby clothes, diapers, emergency food, and ongoing emotional, material, and spiritual care.
They need a hand getting their newsletter and invitation for their International Dessert and Silent Auction fundraiser out and would be so incredibly excited if LWP could come out Thursday to help them get this done.
They need a hand getting their newsletter and invitation for their International Dessert and Silent Auction fundraiser out and would be so incredibly excited if LWP could come out Thursday to help them get this done.
LWP- Haven House Thursday August 2nd 12-1pm- 121 Whitehills Dr
Our Mission
Haven House provides emergency housing and support services for one-parent and two-parent families with children. The shelter helps families who are homeless prepare for permanent housing by developing and promoting self-sufficiency, stability, and financial responsibility.
Join us in helping them serve our community!!! There is cleaning, folding & organizing to be done to make their jobs easier- & we all know it is MUCH more fun to do those things somewhere besides your own home ;)
Can't make it? Check them out at www.havenhouseel.org & see how you may be able to get involved & always check www.lunchwithapurpose.com for LOTS of great volunteer opportunities!!!
Community service has taught me all kinds of skills and increased my confidence. You go out there and think on your feet, work with others and create something from nothing. That's what life's all about.
Andrew Shue
Haven House provides emergency housing and support services for one-parent and two-parent families with children. The shelter helps families who are homeless prepare for permanent housing by developing and promoting self-sufficiency, stability, and financial responsibility.
Join us in helping them serve our community!!! There is cleaning, folding & organizing to be done to make their jobs easier- & we all know it is MUCH more fun to do those things somewhere besides your own home ;)
Can't make it? Check them out at www.havenhouseel.org & see how you may be able to get involved & always check www.lunchwithapurpose.com for LOTS of great volunteer opportunities!!!
Community service has taught me all kinds of skills and increased my confidence. You go out there and think on your feet, work with others and create something from nothing. That's what life's all about.
Andrew Shue
LWP- Allen Neighborhood Center Thursday July 26th 12-1pm
Join us at Allen Neighborhood Center- 1619 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing...
Newsletter support--we hand deliver a bimonthly newsletter to the 2500 homes in our service area and mail about 700 copies. Folks can select if they'd like to take a walk to deliver to porches with a partner or stay in and do folding, stickering, sorting, etc. Thanks! Any questions, just call Kristina (517) 999-3919.
& Be sure to check out more info on all of their programs at: www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org
The Farmer's Market every Wednesday!!!
Program offerings include: Bread Basket, Allen Street Farmers Market, Community Soup, Hunter Park GardenHouse programming, Youth Service Corps, Wednesday Senior Morning Coffee, Kinship Care, Outreach and Engagement, Breast Health Education, and Energy Preservation and Weatherization.
Newsletter support--we hand deliver a bimonthly newsletter to the 2500 homes in our service area and mail about 700 copies. Folks can select if they'd like to take a walk to deliver to porches with a partner or stay in and do folding, stickering, sorting, etc. Thanks! Any questions, just call Kristina (517) 999-3919.
& Be sure to check out more info on all of their programs at: www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org
The Farmer's Market every Wednesday!!!
Program offerings include: Bread Basket, Allen Street Farmers Market, Community Soup, Hunter Park GardenHouse programming, Youth Service Corps, Wednesday Senior Morning Coffee, Kinship Care, Outreach and Engagement, Breast Health Education, and Energy Preservation and Weatherization.
LWP- St. Vincent's Food Distribution Wednesday July 18th 9am-1pm
They will be starting at 9am, but join whenever you can! Feel free to come from noon-1pm or earlier if you are able- there will be lots to do :)
In 2009, STVCC was selected to participate in a food distribution event sponsorship by the Detroit Pistons called “Feed the Children”. I was recently contacted about STVCC being the recipients of a Lansing Distribution by “Feed the Children” called “Americans Feeding Americans”. This was discussed with the STVCC Leadership Team and all agreed that it was helpful to our clients so our application was submitted yesterday. Information:
· We will receive a semi truck with 400 boxes non-perishable food items, 400 boxes personal essentials 2 pallets of misc items such as beverages or snack items.
· The distribution date will be WEDNESDAY JULY 18TH at 9:00 am
MORE INFO
In 2009, STVCC was selected to participate in a food distribution event sponsorship by the Detroit Pistons called “Feed the Children”. I was recently contacted about STVCC being the recipients of a Lansing Distribution by “Feed the Children” called “Americans Feeding Americans”. This was discussed with the STVCC Leadership Team and all agreed that it was helpful to our clients so our application was submitted yesterday. Information:
· We will receive a semi truck with 400 boxes non-perishable food items, 400 boxes personal essentials 2 pallets of misc items such as beverages or snack items.
· The distribution date will be WEDNESDAY JULY 18TH at 9:00 am
MORE INFO
LWP- Village Summit Thursday July 12th 12-1pm
Join us for some summer fun at the Village Summit!!! They will be serving lunches & need help in the gardens & with general cleaning inside... Come check all of the great things they have been up to & how you can get more involved :) www.villagesummit.org
Let us know if you can't make it Thursday but want to come another day! You can also support them by getting a great t-shirt from Simple-T http://www.simple-t.org/store.html
Lend your hand to the Village raising children to teach others to fish
Let us know if you can't make it Thursday but want to come another day! You can also support them by getting a great t-shirt from Simple-T http://www.simple-t.org/store.html
Lend your hand to the Village raising children to teach others to fish
LWP- MMAD 5th Annual Family Picnic Prep FRIDAY June 29th 12-1pm
Men Making a Difference are truly making a difference with the youth in our community. Please help us get the word out about their upcoming 5th Annual Family Picnic. Meet us at Decker's Coffee downtown (220 S. Washington Sq, Lansing) at noon to get some flyers & an area to distribute them! Check out more info about the event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/183359068457131/
Please join us Friday at Deckers then on July 14th for the picnic- Good, Positive, Family Fun for all :)
https://www.facebook.com/events/183359068457131/
Please join us Friday at Deckers then on July 14th for the picnic- Good, Positive, Family Fun for all :)
LWP- Black Child & Family Institute Moving Party- June 28th 12-1pm
You may have heard that the building on Genesee is being closed permanently on June 30. On that date we will officially terminate our lease with the Lansing School District. The building has too many physical problems and we must close for health and safety reasons. Our temporary office will be at Foster Center, where we are holding our Freedom School this summer.
This is not bad news! Please keep in mind that only the building is closing. BCFI is still alive and well. We are looking at a location for this fall and, if it comes to fruition, I am sure that you will be pleased and there will be space for our friends, like you, to use, who also are working hard to 'save' our children and families.
In the meantime, we need your help in closing the building. We are in the process of packing boxes, identifying what will stay, what will be moved and where items will be stored. If you can give us an hour or more of time next week, we would be very grateful. If you can organize a group of youth who may be able to move boxes, etc., that would be very helpful. SO LET"S HELP :)
This is not bad news! Please keep in mind that only the building is closing. BCFI is still alive and well. We are looking at a location for this fall and, if it comes to fruition, I am sure that you will be pleased and there will be space for our friends, like you, to use, who also are working hard to 'save' our children and families.
In the meantime, we need your help in closing the building. We are in the process of packing boxes, identifying what will stay, what will be moved and where items will be stored. If you can give us an hour or more of time next week, we would be very grateful. If you can organize a group of youth who may be able to move boxes, etc., that would be very helpful. SO LET"S HELP :)
LWP- Habitat for Humanity- June 21st 12-1pm Re-Store 1941 Benjamin Dr. Lansing
Let's help Habitat for Humanity organize thier resale outlet which accepts donated goods that are sold to the general public at a fraction of the retail price. The proceeds help local Habitat affiliates fund the construction of Habitat homes within their communities.
In the United States alone, 95 million people have housing problems
That’s one third of the nation. These problems include payments too large a percentage of their income, overcrowding, poor quality shelter and homelessness.(4) Throughout the world, people live in inadequate housing, and Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to providing decent, affordable homes for those in need.
They get lots of volunteers to build houses but need volunteers like us to get the behind the scenes work done making that possible! Join us in helping out this great organization =)
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In the United States alone, 95 million people have housing problems
That’s one third of the nation. These problems include payments too large a percentage of their income, overcrowding, poor quality shelter and homelessness.(4) Throughout the world, people live in inadequate housing, and Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to providing decent, affordable homes for those in need.
They get lots of volunteers to build houses but need volunteers like us to get the behind the scenes work done making that possible! Join us in helping out this great organization =)
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LWP- Nyaka AIDS Orphans Foundation- June 14th 12-1pm
2970 E. Lake Lansing Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
Join us in helping to organize & tag the latest delivery of grandmother baskets from Uganda. There is lots of great news to be shared from Jackson's latest trip!!! Come hear about all of the amazing things in store for the the organization, the community, the kids & the grandmothers while doing your part to help them. ***Look forward to seeing you there***
Join us in helping to organize & tag the latest delivery of grandmother baskets from Uganda. There is lots of great news to be shared from Jackson's latest trip!!! Come hear about all of the amazing things in store for the the organization, the community, the kids & the grandmothers while doing your part to help them. ***Look forward to seeing you there***
LWP- Ingham Medical Care & Rehab Facility June 7th noon-1pm
Ingham MCF 3860 Dobie Road Okemos
Join us for lunch with the current residents at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County. One of the most fun & welcoming groups that LOVE their sweets so feel free to bring desserts to share. Come out, bring a friend & make some new friends- they will be so happy to see you!!!
Making the world a better place is as easy as sharing a smile & conversation- hope to see you there =)
Join us for lunch with the current residents at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County. One of the most fun & welcoming groups that LOVE their sweets so feel free to bring desserts to share. Come out, bring a friend & make some new friends- they will be so happy to see you!!!
Making the world a better place is as easy as sharing a smile & conversation- hope to see you there =)
LWP- Open Door Ministry May 31st noon-1pm
Central United Methodist Church- 215 N. Capital Ave
The Open Door Ministry of Downtown Lansing is housed at Central United Methodist Church. Its mission is to provide sustenance, counseling, assistance and love to those who find themselves in difficult circumstances and with few places to which they can turn. Its primary focus is on emergency or crisis situations.
Services Include:
Hospitality Suite
Showers/Laundry
Food Bank (Wednesdays & last Fridays)
Fellowship Lunch -- Thursdays 11:30-12:30
Storage of personal items
Clothing and Personal Needs Items
Ministry of Kindness -- Prescription help, bus pass, etc.
Volunteer Opportunities
Listening ear
Prayer Partner
Join us Thursday May 31st at Open Door Ministry's Fellowship Lunch. Help serve, enjoy a meal, share stories and help clean up!
*Donations of clothing and hygiene items are always appreciated.
The Open Door Ministry of Downtown Lansing is housed at Central United Methodist Church. Its mission is to provide sustenance, counseling, assistance and love to those who find themselves in difficult circumstances and with few places to which they can turn. Its primary focus is on emergency or crisis situations.
Services Include:
Hospitality Suite
Showers/Laundry
Food Bank (Wednesdays & last Fridays)
Fellowship Lunch -- Thursdays 11:30-12:30
Storage of personal items
Clothing and Personal Needs Items
Ministry of Kindness -- Prescription help, bus pass, etc.
Volunteer Opportunities
Listening ear
Prayer Partner
Join us Thursday May 31st at Open Door Ministry's Fellowship Lunch. Help serve, enjoy a meal, share stories and help clean up!
*Donations of clothing and hygiene items are always appreciated.
LWP- Allen Neighborhood Center May 24th noon-1pm
1619 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing
Note from the Volunteer Coordinator...
We will be distributing our June/July edition of the neighborhood newsletter beginning next week, May 21st, through May 31st. I know Lunch With A Purpose has come and been a lifesaver before! I'd love to have help in the coming weeks if people are available for either folding or delivery-- delivery will hopefully be a nice task in the warm weather!
This is our biggest edition yet and we'll need more volunteers than normal. We will be distributing further than our typical area--this time going north of Michigan Ave in the neighborhoods between MI Ave and Vine St, as well as our typical route in the neighborhoods along Kalamazoo.
Of course we can :) Join us Thursday noon-1pm or email Kristina Adair <kristinaa@allenneighborhoodcenter.org> to help another time & make a difference!
Note from the Volunteer Coordinator...
We will be distributing our June/July edition of the neighborhood newsletter beginning next week, May 21st, through May 31st. I know Lunch With A Purpose has come and been a lifesaver before! I'd love to have help in the coming weeks if people are available for either folding or delivery-- delivery will hopefully be a nice task in the warm weather!
This is our biggest edition yet and we'll need more volunteers than normal. We will be distributing further than our typical area--this time going north of Michigan Ave in the neighborhoods between MI Ave and Vine St, as well as our typical route in the neighborhoods along Kalamazoo.
Of course we can :) Join us Thursday noon-1pm or email Kristina Adair <kristinaa@allenneighborhoodcenter.org> to help another time & make a difference!
Planting Flowers & Seeds at Riddle Elementary
Tuesday May15 11:30am-1:30pm
Join us in helping make the outside of Riddle Elementary look more like the beautiful people inside. We are looking for any donations of time, flowers, dirt, coupons... We have someone that will donate mulch after we complete the planting. We will be spraying weeds thi...s weekend to prepare if anyone wants to help with that too...
Is a great opportunity to work with the kids to make their school a place they look forward to going & see that their community supports them!!! This is what the entrance looks like now- We Can Do Better! & there is a courtyard in the back that has NEVER been touched so join us in making a difference!
Dreams are the seeds of change. Nothing ever grows without a seed, and nothing ever changes without a dream.
Debby Boone
***Contact us at lunchwithapurpose@gmail.com if you can help with volunteers or supplies***
Join us in helping make the outside of Riddle Elementary look more like the beautiful people inside. We are looking for any donations of time, flowers, dirt, coupons... We have someone that will donate mulch after we complete the planting. We will be spraying weeds thi...s weekend to prepare if anyone wants to help with that too...
Is a great opportunity to work with the kids to make their school a place they look forward to going & see that their community supports them!!! This is what the entrance looks like now- We Can Do Better! & there is a courtyard in the back that has NEVER been touched so join us in making a difference!
Dreams are the seeds of change. Nothing ever grows without a seed, and nothing ever changes without a dream.
Debby Boone
***Contact us at lunchwithapurpose@gmail.com if you can help with volunteers or supplies***
LWP- A Million Thanks 5/3/12 12-1pm
Whether you're for the war or against it, we all support our troops.
Join LWP this week as we remember the men and women stationed overseas. LWP will be at Bigby on Allegan to make cards and write notes to those in our armed forces. We are going through 'A Million Thanks...' to send our letters and show our appreciation.
"The monotony of everyday work here is broken up by letters and packages from home. We are all like little boys on Christmas morning when mail arrives. It is so crazy seeing grown men brought to tears when mail arrives. We're talking battle hardened men, tearing up at the very site of scribbled pictures of the crayon medium, signed by their little artists back home." -PFC Ryan Paulton (currently stationed in Afghanistan)
If you're unable to join us, letters can be sent to....
A Million Thanks
P.O. Box 17853
Santiago Blvd. #107-355
Villa Park, CA 92861
Visit www.amillionthanks.org for more information!
Thank you.
Join LWP this week as we remember the men and women stationed overseas. LWP will be at Bigby on Allegan to make cards and write notes to those in our armed forces. We are going through 'A Million Thanks...' to send our letters and show our appreciation.
"The monotony of everyday work here is broken up by letters and packages from home. We are all like little boys on Christmas morning when mail arrives. It is so crazy seeing grown men brought to tears when mail arrives. We're talking battle hardened men, tearing up at the very site of scribbled pictures of the crayon medium, signed by their little artists back home." -PFC Ryan Paulton (currently stationed in Afghanistan)
If you're unable to join us, letters can be sent to....
A Million Thanks
P.O. Box 17853
Santiago Blvd. #107-355
Villa Park, CA 92861
Visit www.amillionthanks.org for more information!
Thank you.
Battlefield Brawl III 4/29 10AM-6PM
- Sunday, April 29, 2012
- 10:00am until 6:00pm
- East Lansing, MI
- Battlefield Brawl III is an all day, charity flag football tournament to raise money for The Oldham Project's Kids Program, which supports children dealing with a long-term, possibly terminal diseases.
This year’s event will take place on Sunday, April 29th in East Lansing at the MSU Football Practice Fields and is going to be bigger than ever!
Many celebrities, including former MSU football players like Ryan Van Dyke and Jehuu Caulcrick, basketball players, like Travis Walton and Lauren Aitch and even local celebrities like Jason Colthorp and Lauren Evans will all be battling alongside community members for a chance at the prestigious Battlefield Brawl III trophy!
There will also be many other events going on for spectators who aren’t competing in the tournament, making this a truly fun packed day for the whole family!
For more information, visit www.thebattlefieldbrawl.com
LWP- Nyaka AIDS Orphans Foundation 4/26 12-1pm
Earth Day at Village Summit Garden Projects 4/19 12PM-1
Join us in getting your hands a little dirty for Earth Day 2012!!! We will be meeting the amazing 5th graders from St. Johns Lunch with a Purpose group at the Village Summit to celebrate. They are working to prepare several community gardens throughout the neighborhood for veggies & fruit trees, giving people access to fresh, healthy foods in a neighborhood lacking those options. It is not only an important resource for food but also a great chance to educate people about healthy living alternatives & how to work together!
There is lots of work to be done & many eager students in St. Johns excited to team up with "The Big Lunch with a Purpose Group" & work hard to make a difference for the community & the environment!!!
Location: Village Summit- 119 E. Barnes
East Lansing Library Fundraiser Prep 4/13 12PM-1
Let's help pick up the slack as funding is decreasing & get the library prepared for their upcoming fundraiser-
Books, Bites & Bids Fundraiser $30adult/$50family
Host:East Lansing Public Library517-351-2420
When:
Friday, April 13 from 6:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
Where:
East Lansing Public Library
950 Abbot Rd.East Lansing, MI 48823
"If you would not be forgotten as soon as you are dead, either write something worth reading or do things worth writing."
Benjamin Franklin
Help them prepare, help spread the word & please attend!!!
Young Men of Stature Event Prep 3/29 12-1 PM
Great event coming up 3/31 called 2012 Young Men of Stature Community Summit- check out the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEh7dl28io0&feature=youtu.be&fb_source=message
The summit will build male to male bonding- Set up lines of communication that will help when our young men are in crisis- Create a platform where male oriented agencies can form an alliance to hold.
We will be helping stuff registration bags- so join us at Biggby for coffee, lunch or just to do some good work for a great cause!!!
Location: Biggby 115 W Allegan St Lansing
Bunny Hop Event 3/22 Prep Work 12-1PM
Help LEPFA (Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority) with stuffing eggs for our annual Bunny Hop event which happens at the City Market. This event is free to the public with games, activities and an egg hunt on Saturday, March 31st. We have 3000 eggs to stuff and could certainly use a few extra hands. We will be at the lansing center 2nd floor admin offices!
Reading at Riddle 3/15 11:30am-1pm
Did you love to be read to as a kid? If the answer is yes, than you know the joy it can bring to read to children... If there wasn't someone there to read to you, then you know the void it can leave... Either way, please help us in spreading the love...
As we continue with reading month, we are asking you to channel your inner child & join us at Riddle Elementary. We will be reading to the students while they eat lunch, so feel free to bring your favorite story or choose from one of theirs. We would LOVE to have at least a few volunteers at each lunch period so if you plan to attend please leave comment on event page as to when you think you will be able to be there...
Riddle Elementary 221 Huron St Lansing, MI 48915
K-1= 11:30am-noon
1-3= noon-12:30pm
3-5= 12:30pm-1pm
They have about 9 tables each lunch period so please gather your friends, gather your books & TAKE SOME TIME TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!
Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.
Maya Angelou
As we continue with reading month, we are asking you to channel your inner child & join us at Riddle Elementary. We will be reading to the students while they eat lunch, so feel free to bring your favorite story or choose from one of theirs. We would LOVE to have at least a few volunteers at each lunch period so if you plan to attend please leave comment on event page as to when you think you will be able to be there...
Riddle Elementary 221 Huron St Lansing, MI 48915
K-1= 11:30am-noon
1-3= noon-12:30pm
3-5= 12:30pm-1pm
They have about 9 tables each lunch period so please gather your friends, gather your books & TAKE SOME TIME TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!
Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.
Maya Angelou
East Lansing Public Library
***FRIDAY***
March 9, 2012 noon-1pm
ELPL 950 Abbot Rd
March is Reading Month & we are ready to celebrate it!!! Join us at the East Lansing Public Library where we will be helping them get ready for an upcoming fundraiser to help further their efforts. We all know how important reading is & what a vital role our libraries play in facilitating that. With all of the recent funding cuts, they need more help than ever to meet the needs of our community so let's all pitch in & show our support.
If this warm weather has prompted you to start your Spring cleaning, please bring any books you may be willing to donate to a good home & for a good cause...
“The more you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.”
- Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"
Shared Pregnancy 2/16 12-1 PM 503 North Walnut Lansing
Help us clean up the yard & grounds around the Shared Pregnancy office. Shared Pregnancy Women’s Center, located in the heart of Lansing, is a non-profit Christian ministry helping everyone who walks through our door or calls us. We are committed to counseling, education, referrals and material support for women facing unexpected or challenging pregnancies.
To women who find themselves unexpectedly pregnant—and often very alone and vulnerable—we are a center of calm. Here women receive help, non-judgmental counseling and life-affirming options.
To new parents and parents to be we are an educational and resource center. Here they earn diapers, cribs, clothing and other baby needs by taking classes and watching parenting and life skill videos.
So let's roll up our sleaves & help them get ready for summer in all the wonderful work that they do =) Info at www.sharedpregnancy.org
To women who find themselves unexpectedly pregnant—and often very alone and vulnerable—we are a center of calm. Here women receive help, non-judgmental counseling and life-affirming options.
To new parents and parents to be we are an educational and resource center. Here they earn diapers, cribs, clothing and other baby needs by taking classes and watching parenting and life skill videos.
So let's roll up our sleaves & help them get ready for summer in all the wonderful work that they do =) Info at www.sharedpregnancy.org
History Lesson * Wednesday* 2/8 12-1PM HARPERS DOWNTOWN EL
Join us in celebrating the African-American Journey this month. We are switching up the day this week so that people who can't make Thursdays may be able to join... This week we will be helping assemble African drums for local kids to decorate then play for a Black History Month performance. Everyone is welcome to join- they certainly don't need to be perfect so don't be shy, we will have all the supplies & is only only two simple steps!
We also encourage you to bring any stories or resources you may have for the youth participating in our Black History Month event http://www.lunchwithapurpose.com/current-campaigns.html We want them to research some African-American contributions to their dreams- people, inventions, stories, etc & share what they learned as an essay, poetry, artwork... So any stories, events, websites or any other resources you can think of, that would help them, are welcomed & appreciated! We are hoping the journey of others will inspire them on their own & that you will be part of it!!!
We also encourage you to bring any stories or resources you may have for the youth participating in our Black History Month event http://www.lunchwithapurpose.com/current-campaigns.html We want them to research some African-American contributions to their dreams- people, inventions, stories, etc & share what they learned as an essay, poetry, artwork... So any stories, events, websites or any other resources you can think of, that would help them, are welcomed & appreciated! We are hoping the journey of others will inspire them on their own & that you will be part of it!!!
Humane Society and Mid-Michigan Cat Rescue
We are going to be making fleece cage blankets for Humane Society and Mid-Michigan Cat Rescue! Hope to see you all there to support the cause!!
Location:Biggby downtown Lansing at 115 West Allegan St. Lansing, MI 48933
Location:Biggby downtown Lansing at 115 West Allegan St. Lansing, MI 48933
Change for Change
Gordon's in Okemos is doing the "Change for Change" Fundraising program from Dec. 11 through Dec. 24. When someone purchases items the cashiers will ask the customer to round up the order and the change will be donated to the Greater Lansing Food Bank. On their busiest days (Dec. 15, 16, 22 & 23) we are asking one to two volunteers to hand out information about us to customers in a two hour shift during the late afternoon/early evening. Let us know what two hours would work best for you on the above dates. Your time will really help with donations!
Every month the GLFB's program Food Movers assists in food distributions throughout Lansing. Volunteers are needed every first and second Wednesday of the month from 9:30-1:30 and every third Friday from 4:30-8:30. You will assist in setup, distribution, organization, and takedown. This is a great way to be hands on in the food system and make a direct impact on fighting hunger.
Dates & Locations
Wed. Dec. 14 at Black Child & Family
Fri. Dec. 16 at North PrecinctContact us to sign up.
Other Opportunities:
Garden Leaders TrainingGarden Leaders Training (GLT) is a free training geared to those who are interested in taking on a facilitation or leadership role with a community garden. GLT includes opportunities to network with new and current leaders as well as tons of useful strategies and resources to help improve our local community food system.
Those who are interested in attending should sign up by contacting Sasha.
GLT Flyer Garden Leader Description
Every month the GLFB's program Food Movers assists in food distributions throughout Lansing. Volunteers are needed every first and second Wednesday of the month from 9:30-1:30 and every third Friday from 4:30-8:30. You will assist in setup, distribution, organization, and takedown. This is a great way to be hands on in the food system and make a direct impact on fighting hunger.
Dates & Locations
Wed. Dec. 14 at Black Child & Family
Fri. Dec. 16 at North PrecinctContact us to sign up.
Other Opportunities:
Garden Leaders TrainingGarden Leaders Training (GLT) is a free training geared to those who are interested in taking on a facilitation or leadership role with a community garden. GLT includes opportunities to network with new and current leaders as well as tons of useful strategies and resources to help improve our local community food system.
Those who are interested in attending should sign up by contacting Sasha.
GLT Flyer Garden Leader Description
ST. VINCENT CATHOLIC CHURCH EVENTS
STVCC is looking for volunteers to hand out free coupon booklets at the Meridian Mall on the following Saturdays 11/12, 11/26, 12/3, 12/10 in four hour shifts from 10am-2pm (except 10/26) or 3pm-7pm. St. Vincent's will receive a $10 contribution per volunteer per hour. The booklets are filled with coupons for the stores in the mall.
ALSO, STVCC is having their employee appreciation lunch on December 2nd from 11:30am-12:30pm and are looking for community volunteers to come serve the employees who work so hard for STVCC.
Come out and help and get to know those in your community!
Contact with questions:
Jennifer Edmonds
517-410-5452
OLD TOWN COMPASSIONATE FEAST DROP-OFF
We are collecting cans of chicken brother at Harper's in East Lansing Thursday, November 17th from Noon-1pm. Old Town Compassionate Feast will then create baskets for families in the area so that they can enjoy a warm meal this season. Come out and donate to help create meals for families during the holidays!!
NYAKA AIDS ORPHANS PROJECT
Our address is 2970 E. Lake Lansing Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823. The
closest cross streets are Hagadorn and E. Lake Lansing.
This is our NEW location where we just moved, with LWP's help a few weeks ago.
This Thursday, November 10th, we will either be tagging handmade Grandmother baskets fresh from Uganda,organizing necklaces or we will be preparing our year end mailing by handwriting addresses. Lunch with A Purpose will help The Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project stand out amongst thousands of nonprofits attempting to secure their year end donations by giving our mailing a personal touch.
Hope to see you there!
closest cross streets are Hagadorn and E. Lake Lansing.
This is our NEW location where we just moved, with LWP's help a few weeks ago.
This Thursday, November 10th, we will either be tagging handmade Grandmother baskets fresh from Uganda,organizing necklaces or we will be preparing our year end mailing by handwriting addresses. Lunch with A Purpose will help The Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project stand out amongst thousands of nonprofits attempting to secure their year end donations by giving our mailing a personal touch.
Hope to see you there!
ST. VINCENT CATHOLIC CHARITIES ANGEL CARDS
Come out Thursday, November 3rd from noon - 1:00 PM for THIS week's LWP activity! We're going to be at St. Vincent Catholic Charities at 2800 West Willow Street, Lansing, MI 48917 helping to write up Angel Cards! Angel cards are the little cards you see hanging on Christmas trees at churches and other public facilities requesting a specific gift for a child in foster care of at St. Vincent's Children's Home. There are tons of cards to write so we need all the help we can get!
LWP-Nayaka is Moving!!
Join us October 27th from Noon to 1:00 PM to help us move Nyaka's office! Movin on up to the east side! Nyaka is moving out of Jackson's basement & into an office space in East Lansing. So we will be helping Tashmica & the crew get packed up to move Sat. 10/29 (they could use hands then also). Let's help them get into some more space so that their growing foundation can continue to grow & change the lives of MANY MANY MANY more children in rural war torn Uganda!!!
COMMUNITY COSTUME COLLECTION
COLLECTION OCTOBER 17TH - OCTOBER 21ST
GIVEAWAY OCTOBER 24TH 5-7PM AT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB LANSING (NOT EXCLUSIVE TO BGC MEMBERS)
Multiple partners in the Greater Lansing area are pulling together a Community Costume Collection to supply area youth with costumes for Halloween.
We are asking the surrounding community to check your basements and closets for costumes that are not being used, or consider purchasing costumes to donate. This is also a great opportunity for crafters in the area to make costumes for children who otherwise may not have a costume to wear.
The collection will take place from Monday, October 17th through Friday, October 21st.
The complete listing of drop-off locations is as follows:
Area collection sites:
Moneyball Sportswear
2121 W. Holmes Suite C Lansing, MI
- MSU Federal Credit Union (all locations)
- Prima Civitas Foundation
325 East Grand River, Suite 275, East Lansing, MI 48823
- Village Summit
119 E. Barnes
- The University Center of Northwood University, Lansing
210 W. Shiawassee, Lansing, MI
- City of East Lansing
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
- City of Lansing
- Capital Area Michigan Works!
2110 S. Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48910
GIVEAWAY OCTOBER 24TH 5-7PM AT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB LANSING (NOT EXCLUSIVE TO BGC MEMBERS)
Multiple partners in the Greater Lansing area are pulling together a Community Costume Collection to supply area youth with costumes for Halloween.
We are asking the surrounding community to check your basements and closets for costumes that are not being used, or consider purchasing costumes to donate. This is also a great opportunity for crafters in the area to make costumes for children who otherwise may not have a costume to wear.
The collection will take place from Monday, October 17th through Friday, October 21st.
The complete listing of drop-off locations is as follows:
Area collection sites:
Moneyball Sportswear
2121 W. Holmes Suite C Lansing, MI
- MSU Federal Credit Union (all locations)
- Prima Civitas Foundation
325 East Grand River, Suite 275, East Lansing, MI 48823
- Village Summit
119 E. Barnes
- The University Center of Northwood University, Lansing
210 W. Shiawassee, Lansing, MI
- City of East Lansing
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
- City of Lansing
- Capital Area Michigan Works!
2110 S. Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48910
H.O.P.E. Scholarship Mailing
Thursday, October 13 · 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us in helping to give local youth a chance to be college educated & change the world!!!
Project: Mail out information regarding the HOPE Scholarship program.
WHAT IS THE H.O.P.E. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM?
(Helping Other People Excel)
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program is an education initiative in cooperation with the Lansing School District, the City of Lansing , Lansing Community College, Michigan State University, the Lansing Police Department, and in cooperation with local businesses and private citizens.
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program offers Lansing School District youth an opportunity for a college education and a brighter future. Students are initiated into the program as sixth graders. Students promise to finish high school in exchange for two years of free tuition at Lansing Community College. The students are chosen by their school based on their ability to utilize the program.
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program was developed to assist Lansing School District youth in their commitment to graduate from high school and go onto college. When former Chief Mark Alley was appointed by former Mayor David Hollister, he instructed his staff to develop youth crime prevention initiatives. Out of numerous ideas that were tabled, Chief Alley identified a program in the Jackson area currently in use called CARE (Concerned Adults Responding Early). Taking the concepts used in the CARE program and modifying the ideas to fit the City of Lansing, the team of Chief Mark Alley, former Mayor David C. Hollister, former Superintendent Dr. E. Sharon Banks of the Lansing School District, and former President Paula D. Cunningham of Lansing Community College formed this scholarship program in 2001.
Today this partnership continues with the leadership of Lansing School District Superintendent of Schools, Mayor Virgil Bernero, Lansing Dr. T.C. Wallace, Jr., Superintendent of Schools, Lansing Community College President, Dr. Brent Knight, and current Chief Teresa Szymanski. Everyone working together is what is needed to ensure the success of our H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program.
Visit the Lansing School District H.O.P.E. Scholars Website
http://www.edline.net/pages/Lansing_SD/Programs/Hope_Scholars
Join us in helping to give local youth a chance to be college educated & change the world!!!
Project: Mail out information regarding the HOPE Scholarship program.
WHAT IS THE H.O.P.E. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM?
(Helping Other People Excel)
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program is an education initiative in cooperation with the Lansing School District, the City of Lansing , Lansing Community College, Michigan State University, the Lansing Police Department, and in cooperation with local businesses and private citizens.
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program offers Lansing School District youth an opportunity for a college education and a brighter future. Students are initiated into the program as sixth graders. Students promise to finish high school in exchange for two years of free tuition at Lansing Community College. The students are chosen by their school based on their ability to utilize the program.
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program was developed to assist Lansing School District youth in their commitment to graduate from high school and go onto college. When former Chief Mark Alley was appointed by former Mayor David Hollister, he instructed his staff to develop youth crime prevention initiatives. Out of numerous ideas that were tabled, Chief Alley identified a program in the Jackson area currently in use called CARE (Concerned Adults Responding Early). Taking the concepts used in the CARE program and modifying the ideas to fit the City of Lansing, the team of Chief Mark Alley, former Mayor David C. Hollister, former Superintendent Dr. E. Sharon Banks of the Lansing School District, and former President Paula D. Cunningham of Lansing Community College formed this scholarship program in 2001.
Today this partnership continues with the leadership of Lansing School District Superintendent of Schools, Mayor Virgil Bernero, Lansing Dr. T.C. Wallace, Jr., Superintendent of Schools, Lansing Community College President, Dr. Brent Knight, and current Chief Teresa Szymanski. Everyone working together is what is needed to ensure the success of our H.O.P.E. Scholarship Program.
Visit the Lansing School District H.O.P.E. Scholars Website
http://www.edline.net/pages/Lansing_SD/Programs/Hope_Scholars
Habitat for Humanity
Let's help Habitat for Humanity organize thier Re-Store at 1941 Benjamin in Lansing this Thursday 9/22 from 12-1pm. The resale outlet which accepts donated goods that are sold to the general public at a fraction of the retail price. The proceeds help local Habitat affiliates fund the construction of Habitat homes within their communities.
In the United States alone, 95 million people have housing problems
That’s one third of the nation. These problems include payments too large a percentage of their income, overcrowding, poor quality shelter and homelessness.(4) Throughout the world, people live in inadequate housing, and Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to providing decent, affordable homes for those in need.
They get lots of volunteers to build houses but need volunteers like us to get the behind the scenes work done making that possible! Join us in helping out this great organization =)
In the United States alone, 95 million people have housing problems
That’s one third of the nation. These problems include payments too large a percentage of their income, overcrowding, poor quality shelter and homelessness.(4) Throughout the world, people live in inadequate housing, and Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to providing decent, affordable homes for those in need.
They get lots of volunteers to build houses but need volunteers like us to get the behind the scenes work done making that possible! Join us in helping out this great organization =)
CASL Classic Prep
Join us in helping the CASL get ready for their big event this weekend http://www.capitalareaclassic.org/. Proceeds from the Capital Area Classic benefit the Scholarship Fund which gives financial assistance to players in CASL. Last year we provided over $10,000 in financial assistance ensuring that all players were able to participate regardless of socio-economic background. We also have made a big commitment to field grants to member communities. In 2009 we gave $24,000 in field grants to help with projects ranging from new field development to purchasing of goals.
We will help label & sort trophies- & who doesn't like trophies ;) as well as organizing team bags, programs, etc. Great people, great cause, great times- hope to see you there!
Purposepalooza
WHEN: THIS SATURDAY! September 17th 10am-3pm
WHERE: Downtown East Lansing- 201 Ann across from 7-Eleven
WHAT: A gathering of many great local non-profits & community groups with free food provided by Bravo! Cucina Italiana & great music by various local artists. In a farmer’s market-type atmosphere, groups will be selling various items to support their cause as well as providing information about the wonderful services they provide, why they are needed & how you can help! We encourage people to bring any non-perishable food items, clothes or other donations for fun prizes. Below are groups participating:
Gateway Community Services
Nyaka AIDS Orphans Foundation
Haven House
New World Flood
GAFBO-Great American Fierce Beard Organization
One World. One Future.
Mid-Michigan Cat Rescue
Clinton County 4-H Mentoring Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Child Family Services
Village Summit
Greer Center
MMAD- Men Making a Difference
Lunch with a Purpose
Feel free to contact Sara Griffon with questions at:
lunchwithapurpose@gmail.com
517.749.5257
WHERE: Downtown East Lansing- 201 Ann across from 7-Eleven
WHAT: A gathering of many great local non-profits & community groups with free food provided by Bravo! Cucina Italiana & great music by various local artists. In a farmer’s market-type atmosphere, groups will be selling various items to support their cause as well as providing information about the wonderful services they provide, why they are needed & how you can help! We encourage people to bring any non-perishable food items, clothes or other donations for fun prizes. Below are groups participating:
Gateway Community Services
Nyaka AIDS Orphans Foundation
Haven House
New World Flood
GAFBO-Great American Fierce Beard Organization
One World. One Future.
Mid-Michigan Cat Rescue
Clinton County 4-H Mentoring Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Child Family Services
Village Summit
Greer Center
MMAD- Men Making a Difference
Lunch with a Purpose
Feel free to contact Sara Griffon with questions at:
lunchwithapurpose@gmail.com
517.749.5257
A Million Thanks- Showing Appreciation For Our Troops
What: Remember the men and women stationed overseas and write notes to those in our armed forces
When: Thursday, September 8th noon-1pm
Where: Bigby Coffee, 120 West Ottawa St., Lansing, MI
Whether you're for the war or against it, we all support our troops.
Join LWP this week as we remember the men and women stationed overseas. LWP will be at Bigby on Ottawa to make cards and write notes to those in our armed forces. We are going through 'A Million Thanks' to send our letters and show our appreciation.
"The monotony of everyday work here is broken up by letters and packages from home. We are all like little boys on Christmas morning when mail arrives. It is so crazy seeing grown men brought to tears when mail arrives. We're talking battle hardened men, tearing up at the very site of scribbled pictures of the crayon medium, signed by their little artists back home." -PFC Ryan Paulton (currently stationed in Afghanistan)
If you're unable to join us, letters can be sent to....
A Million Thanks
P.O. Box 17853
Santiago Blvd. #107-355
Villa Park, CA 92861
Visit www.amillionthanks.org for more information!
Thank you.
When: Thursday, September 8th noon-1pm
Where: Bigby Coffee, 120 West Ottawa St., Lansing, MI
Whether you're for the war or against it, we all support our troops.
Join LWP this week as we remember the men and women stationed overseas. LWP will be at Bigby on Ottawa to make cards and write notes to those in our armed forces. We are going through 'A Million Thanks' to send our letters and show our appreciation.
"The monotony of everyday work here is broken up by letters and packages from home. We are all like little boys on Christmas morning when mail arrives. It is so crazy seeing grown men brought to tears when mail arrives. We're talking battle hardened men, tearing up at the very site of scribbled pictures of the crayon medium, signed by their little artists back home." -PFC Ryan Paulton (currently stationed in Afghanistan)
If you're unable to join us, letters can be sent to....
A Million Thanks
P.O. Box 17853
Santiago Blvd. #107-355
Villa Park, CA 92861
Visit www.amillionthanks.org for more information!
Thank you.
One world. One future
What: Learn about human trafficking, the hope in combating it & how you can help
When: Thursday September 1st noon-1pm
Where: City Rescue Mission upstiars meeting room 2216 S. Cedar St Lansing
join Miss Michigan 2010 Katie LaRoche at the City Rescue Mission women & children shelter to learn about One World. One Future.- an anti-human trafficking organization that strives to eliminate the crime of modern day slavery by preventing the issue through awareness, encouraging stronger policy, and by funding specialized shelters and services that protect victims. we will also learn how we can help with their upcoming fundraiser on 9/30 at the Lansing Radisson- hope to see you all there.
Katie has been traveling all over speaking on the topic for the last year and we are excited & lucky to have her. we have also invited the guests at the shelter to join us & is a great opportunity if you haven't had a chance to check out the Maplewood Shelter.
will be a truly moving & meaningful event so we hope that you all will make it!
When: Thursday September 1st noon-1pm
Where: City Rescue Mission upstiars meeting room 2216 S. Cedar St Lansing
join Miss Michigan 2010 Katie LaRoche at the City Rescue Mission women & children shelter to learn about One World. One Future.- an anti-human trafficking organization that strives to eliminate the crime of modern day slavery by preventing the issue through awareness, encouraging stronger policy, and by funding specialized shelters and services that protect victims. we will also learn how we can help with their upcoming fundraiser on 9/30 at the Lansing Radisson- hope to see you all there.
Katie has been traveling all over speaking on the topic for the last year and we are excited & lucky to have her. we have also invited the guests at the shelter to join us & is a great opportunity if you haven't had a chance to check out the Maplewood Shelter.
will be a truly moving & meaningful event so we hope that you all will make it!
Prepare to March for P.E.A.C.E
What: Stuff & label envelopes & distribute event flyers
When: Thursday August 11th noon-1pm
Where: Valley Court Park downtown East Lansing
The weather is supposed to be BEAUTIFUL so please come out & join us in Valley Court Park in downtown EL to stuff & label envelopes =)
We will be helping to prepare for: The Stop the Silence "Lets March for P.E.A.C.E."- a partnership of the City of Lansing, the LPD & others. This will be held Saturday, August 27th at 11:00 am starting at Wainwright Magnet School and ending at Wexford Montessori Magnet School- Mayor Bernero will be leading the march. The purpose is to get people in our community COMMUNICATING about information they may have to help prosecute criminals & end the cycle of violence & related crimes.
If anyone is available to help distribute flyers later that day or weekend in the neighborhood surrounding the march, please let us know!
Help Break the Silence & Take Back Our Community- it effects us all!!!
When: Thursday August 11th noon-1pm
Where: Valley Court Park downtown East Lansing
The weather is supposed to be BEAUTIFUL so please come out & join us in Valley Court Park in downtown EL to stuff & label envelopes =)
We will be helping to prepare for: The Stop the Silence "Lets March for P.E.A.C.E."- a partnership of the City of Lansing, the LPD & others. This will be held Saturday, August 27th at 11:00 am starting at Wainwright Magnet School and ending at Wexford Montessori Magnet School- Mayor Bernero will be leading the march. The purpose is to get people in our community COMMUNICATING about information they may have to help prosecute criminals & end the cycle of violence & related crimes.
If anyone is available to help distribute flyers later that day or weekend in the neighborhood surrounding the march, please let us know!
Help Break the Silence & Take Back Our Community- it effects us all!!!
Allen Neighborhood Center
What: Distribute Newsletters
When: Thursday July 28th noon-1pm
Where: Allen Neighborhood Center 1619 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing
The Allen Neighborhood Center needs a hand getting the last of their newsletter out to the community they serve. They are a hub for capacity building, neighborhood revitalization, urban agriculture education, and other activities that promote the health, safety, and economic well-being of Lansing's Eastside.
http://www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org/
Also make sure to check out their Farmer's Market on Wednesdayshttps://www.facebook.com/AllenStreetFarmersMarket
Hope to see you there to help out this awesome organization that provides so many services to our community!!!
When: Thursday July 28th noon-1pm
Where: Allen Neighborhood Center 1619 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing
The Allen Neighborhood Center needs a hand getting the last of their newsletter out to the community they serve. They are a hub for capacity building, neighborhood revitalization, urban agriculture education, and other activities that promote the health, safety, and economic well-being of Lansing's Eastside.
http://www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org/
Also make sure to check out their Farmer's Market on Wednesdayshttps://www.facebook.com/AllenStreetFarmersMarket
Hope to see you there to help out this awesome organization that provides so many services to our community!!!
Nyaka
What: Nyaka AIDS Orphans Help
When: Thursday July 21st noon-1pm
Where: Nyaka Office 3660 W. Hiawatha Okemos
Jackson is just back from Uganda so there are plenty of baskets & necklaces to sort & tag!!! It is also mailing time so help us help Nyaka get information out to their supporters about their wonderful cause & amazing progress. The Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project provides quality, free education, both formal and informal, to children who have been orphaned due to HIV/AIDS as a means to counteract pervasive hunger, poverty, and systemic deprivation in Uganda. Make your day meaningful by making someone else's =)
When: Thursday July 21st noon-1pm
Where: Nyaka Office 3660 W. Hiawatha Okemos
Jackson is just back from Uganda so there are plenty of baskets & necklaces to sort & tag!!! It is also mailing time so help us help Nyaka get information out to their supporters about their wonderful cause & amazing progress. The Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project provides quality, free education, both formal and informal, to children who have been orphaned due to HIV/AIDS as a means to counteract pervasive hunger, poverty, and systemic deprivation in Uganda. Make your day meaningful by making someone else's =)
Extreme couponing
What: Lesson in Extreme Couponing with Purpose
When: ** TUESDAY ** July 12th 12pm-1pm
Where: Harper's Downtown East Lansing
** TUESDAY ** Make sure to pick up & save a Sunday paper & join us at Harper's in downtown East Lansing for a lesson in Extreme Couponing with Tatanisha from Gateway Community Services!!! Let's learn a skill we can put to good use in supporting organizations helping those in need such as Gateway, Village Summit, Rescue Mission, Ronald McDonald House just by saving coupons. You don't even need to do the shopping just come learn which coupons to save & bring them with you to Lunch with a Purpose events & we will shop for the various organizations regularly & drop off needed items. Or you are welcome to do the shopping yourself & have the fun of getting much needed items for those in need at next to nothing!!!
This is also a great thing to learn for your own homes- just remember that you only need to keep enough..... Stockpiling items "just in case" while others go without is bad for the karma- why plan for the worst when you can hope for the best ;)
Hope to see you there & we will be sure to post tips after for those who are unable to make it!!!
When: ** TUESDAY ** July 12th 12pm-1pm
Where: Harper's Downtown East Lansing
** TUESDAY ** Make sure to pick up & save a Sunday paper & join us at Harper's in downtown East Lansing for a lesson in Extreme Couponing with Tatanisha from Gateway Community Services!!! Let's learn a skill we can put to good use in supporting organizations helping those in need such as Gateway, Village Summit, Rescue Mission, Ronald McDonald House just by saving coupons. You don't even need to do the shopping just come learn which coupons to save & bring them with you to Lunch with a Purpose events & we will shop for the various organizations regularly & drop off needed items. Or you are welcome to do the shopping yourself & have the fun of getting much needed items for those in need at next to nothing!!!
This is also a great thing to learn for your own homes- just remember that you only need to keep enough..... Stockpiling items "just in case" while others go without is bad for the karma- why plan for the worst when you can hope for the best ;)
Hope to see you there & we will be sure to post tips after for those who are unable to make it!!!
Gateway Community Services
What: Yard work- mowing & hedge trimming
When: Thursday July 7th 12pm-1pm
Where: Keving Moody Youth Home 3240 South Waverly Lansing MI
Come out & help the awesome Gateway Community Services Kevin Moody Youth Home with some yard work- mowing & trimming hedges- you are WELCOME to bring any tools if you have some.
At Gateway Community Services they approach youth intervention by designing services that address those areas they believe are essential for young people to achieve self-sufficiency and become productive members of their communities. These services include:
Meeting basic needs for shelter or transitional housing, food, & clothing
Crisis intervention with both youth and their families
Assessment of academic, vocational, and independent living skills
Counseling and guidance, including drug education
Training in basic living skills
Community outreach and advocacy
Let's help them help the youth in our community by giving them a great place to come home to =) Hope to see you there- bring the kids!!!
When: Thursday July 7th 12pm-1pm
Where: Keving Moody Youth Home 3240 South Waverly Lansing MI
Come out & help the awesome Gateway Community Services Kevin Moody Youth Home with some yard work- mowing & trimming hedges- you are WELCOME to bring any tools if you have some.
At Gateway Community Services they approach youth intervention by designing services that address those areas they believe are essential for young people to achieve self-sufficiency and become productive members of their communities. These services include:
Meeting basic needs for shelter or transitional housing, food, & clothing
Crisis intervention with both youth and their families
Assessment of academic, vocational, and independent living skills
Counseling and guidance, including drug education
Training in basic living skills
Community outreach and advocacy
Let's help them help the youth in our community by giving them a great place to come home to =) Hope to see you there- bring the kids!!!
Inhgam Medical Care & Rehab Center Lunch
What: Visiting & desserts with residents
When: Thursday June 16th, 12pm-1pm
Where: Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County 3860 Dobie Road Okemos MI
Join us for lunch with the current residents at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County. One of the most fun & welcoming groups that LOVE their sweets so feel free to bring desserts to share. Come out, bring a friend & make some new friends- they will be so happy to see you!!!
Making the world a better place is as easy as sharing a smile & conversation- hope to see you there =)
When: Thursday June 16th, 12pm-1pm
Where: Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County 3860 Dobie Road Okemos MI
Join us for lunch with the current residents at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County. One of the most fun & welcoming groups that LOVE their sweets so feel free to bring desserts to share. Come out, bring a friend & make some new friends- they will be so happy to see you!!!
Making the world a better place is as easy as sharing a smile & conversation- hope to see you there =)
World Day prep- celebrating World Refugee Day
What: Park clean up
When: Thursday June 9, 12-1pm
Where: Hunter Park
Kalamazoo St., just east of Holmes.
Join Lunch with a Purpose as we help the Allen Neighborhood Center clean up Hunter Park to prepare for World Day, a celebration of World Refugee Day.
________________________________________________________________
Information about World Day- Saturday June 11, 2011
...Join us in commemoration of World Refugee Day and in celebration of the diversity and community enjoyed in Lansing's Eastside!
On Saturday, June 11th, 2011 from noon until 8 pm the beautiful, 13 acre gem of Lansing’s Eastside, Hunter Park, will come alive with musical and dance performances from around the globe, a food court with many cuisines, a Global Arts & Craft Fair, a Family Health Walk sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, lots of family & kid’s activities, including free access to the Hunter Park Pool and Splash Pad, and tours and workshops in the Hunter Park GardenHouse. We will also be hosting a youth art showcase and contest, focusing on world peace and cultural competence. Vote for your favorite piece of artwork during the event!
https://www.facebook.com/WorldDayAtHunterPark?ref=ts&sk=wall#!/event.php?eid=160242727371268
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Hope to see you all Thursday to prep for this wonderful event! :)
When: Thursday June 9, 12-1pm
Where: Hunter Park
Kalamazoo St., just east of Holmes.
Join Lunch with a Purpose as we help the Allen Neighborhood Center clean up Hunter Park to prepare for World Day, a celebration of World Refugee Day.
________________________________________________________________
Information about World Day- Saturday June 11, 2011
...Join us in commemoration of World Refugee Day and in celebration of the diversity and community enjoyed in Lansing's Eastside!
On Saturday, June 11th, 2011 from noon until 8 pm the beautiful, 13 acre gem of Lansing’s Eastside, Hunter Park, will come alive with musical and dance performances from around the globe, a food court with many cuisines, a Global Arts & Craft Fair, a Family Health Walk sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, lots of family & kid’s activities, including free access to the Hunter Park Pool and Splash Pad, and tours and workshops in the Hunter Park GardenHouse. We will also be hosting a youth art showcase and contest, focusing on world peace and cultural competence. Vote for your favorite piece of artwork during the event!
https://www.facebook.com/WorldDayAtHunterPark?ref=ts&sk=wall#!/event.php?eid=160242727371268
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Hope to see you all Thursday to prep for this wonderful event! :)
Ingham Family Center Community Garden
What: Help in their community garden
When: Thursday June 2, 2011
Where: 1602 W. Holmes Lansing
The Ingham Family Center is an educational facility run by the Ingham County Circuit Court Family Division. They serve two groups of kids, the Ingham Academy and the Ingham County PRIDE program. Both groups of kids have been mandated by the courts to attend because of behavioral problems. The Youth Garden is a collaboration between the IFC and the 4-H arm of the Ingham County Extension, and seeks to educate these kids about growing/raising their own food, eating better, and living a healthier lifestyle. They have a 15,000 square foot garden, 5 egg-laying hens, and various other agricultural demonstrations on site.
Join Lunch with a Purpose to learn more about the amazing things the Ingham Family Center does and to help out in the garden!
When: Thursday June 2, 2011
Where: 1602 W. Holmes Lansing
The Ingham Family Center is an educational facility run by the Ingham County Circuit Court Family Division. They serve two groups of kids, the Ingham Academy and the Ingham County PRIDE program. Both groups of kids have been mandated by the courts to attend because of behavioral problems. The Youth Garden is a collaboration between the IFC and the 4-H arm of the Ingham County Extension, and seeks to educate these kids about growing/raising their own food, eating better, and living a healthier lifestyle. They have a 15,000 square foot garden, 5 egg-laying hens, and various other agricultural demonstrations on site.
Join Lunch with a Purpose to learn more about the amazing things the Ingham Family Center does and to help out in the garden!
Helping Pregnant Women in Need
What: Shared Pregnancy
When: Thursday May 26, 2011
Where: 503 North Walnut Lansing
Help us clean up the yard & grounds around the Shared Pregnancy office. Shared Pregnancy Women’s Center, located in the heart of Lansing, is a non-profit Christian ministry helping everyone who walks through our door or calls us. We are committed to counseling, education, referrals and material support for women facing unexpected or challenging pregnancies.
To women who find themselves unexpectedly pregnant—and often very alone and vulnerable—we are a center of calm. Here women receive help, non-judgmental counseling and life-affirming options.
To new parents and parents to be we are an educational and resource center. Here they earn diapers, cribs, clothing and other baby needs by taking classes and watching parenting and life skill videos.
So let's roll up our sleaves & help them get ready for summer in all the wonderful work that they do =) Info at www.sharedpregnancy.org
When: Thursday May 26, 2011
Where: 503 North Walnut Lansing
Help us clean up the yard & grounds around the Shared Pregnancy office. Shared Pregnancy Women’s Center, located in the heart of Lansing, is a non-profit Christian ministry helping everyone who walks through our door or calls us. We are committed to counseling, education, referrals and material support for women facing unexpected or challenging pregnancies.
To women who find themselves unexpectedly pregnant—and often very alone and vulnerable—we are a center of calm. Here women receive help, non-judgmental counseling and life-affirming options.
To new parents and parents to be we are an educational and resource center. Here they earn diapers, cribs, clothing and other baby needs by taking classes and watching parenting and life skill videos.
So let's roll up our sleaves & help them get ready for summer in all the wonderful work that they do =) Info at www.sharedpregnancy.org
Support Your Community
What: Allen Neighborhood Center
When: Thursday May 19th, 12-1pm
Where: 1619 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI
The Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) serves as a hub for neighborhood education and capacity building. They offer activities that promote the health, safety, and stability of families and neighborhoods on the Eastside of Lansing.
-Support for organized neighborhood groups: technical assistance, meeting space, use of copy machine and fax.
-A neighborhood-based, comprehensive information and referral service, linking residents to housing, health, and human service providers throughout the area.
-A local ‘learning space’ for residents of all ages, featuring a variety of classes and programs.
Join us on Thursday July 22 to learn about the Allen Neighborhood Center and help them fold, sort and organize their newsletter so it's ready for distribution.
When: Thursday May 19th, 12-1pm
Where: 1619 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI
The Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) serves as a hub for neighborhood education and capacity building. They offer activities that promote the health, safety, and stability of families and neighborhoods on the Eastside of Lansing.
-Support for organized neighborhood groups: technical assistance, meeting space, use of copy machine and fax.
-A neighborhood-based, comprehensive information and referral service, linking residents to housing, health, and human service providers throughout the area.
-A local ‘learning space’ for residents of all ages, featuring a variety of classes and programs.
Join us on Thursday July 22 to learn about the Allen Neighborhood Center and help them fold, sort and organize their newsletter so it's ready for distribution.
Save A Life
What: American Red Cross Blood Donation
When: Thursday May 5th
Where: Donation Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate. There is no substitute for your donation.
With all of the disasters in the world- natural or otherwise- the need for blood donations is growing. This is the easiest way we can all directly help to save lives.....
WILL YOU SAVE A LIFE TODAY???
When: Thursday May 5th
Where: Donation Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate. There is no substitute for your donation.
With all of the disasters in the world- natural or otherwise- the need for blood donations is growing. This is the easiest way we can all directly help to save lives.....
WILL YOU SAVE A LIFE TODAY???
Battlefield brawl prep
What: Preparation for Battlefield Brawl Fundraiser Event
When: April 28, 2011
Where: Harpers downtown East Lansing
Join us in helping the Battlefield Brawl crew get ready for the big event this Sunday. There will be at least 3 projects: compiling administrative boxes for the event, putting together card packets (at the event kids and/or adults will be able to make cards for those in the Neurology Department, and (weather permitting) a "grounds crew" just to help us ensure the park is safe.
For more information on the event go to www.battlefieldbrawl.com or contact Justin Caine or Heather Sheets!
When: April 28, 2011
Where: Harpers downtown East Lansing
Join us in helping the Battlefield Brawl crew get ready for the big event this Sunday. There will be at least 3 projects: compiling administrative boxes for the event, putting together card packets (at the event kids and/or adults will be able to make cards for those in the Neurology Department, and (weather permitting) a "grounds crew" just to help us ensure the park is safe.
For more information on the event go to www.battlefieldbrawl.com or contact Justin Caine or Heather Sheets!
Medical Care Facility & rehabilitation services
What: Ingham Regional Rehab Center Lunch
When: April 21 noon-1pm
Where: 3860 Dobie Road Okemos
Join us at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County where we will help serve & clear lunch for the current residents as well as talk & spend time with them. This event was a LWP favorite last year & the homemade cookies we brought were favorites of theirs so feel free to test your baking skills!! Hope to see you there- the more the merrier, they have 2 dining rooms =)
When: April 21 noon-1pm
Where: 3860 Dobie Road Okemos
Join us at the Medical Care Facility and Rehabilitation Services of Ingham County where we will help serve & clear lunch for the current residents as well as talk & spend time with them. This event was a LWP favorite last year & the homemade cookies we brought were favorites of theirs so feel free to test your baking skills!! Hope to see you there- the more the merrier, they have 2 dining rooms =)
nyaka aids orphans foundation
What: Nyaka AIDS Orphans Grandmother baskets & necklaces
When: April 14 noon-1pm
Where: Nyaka Office
3660 W. Hiawatha Dr Okemos
Help us tag & inventory Grandmother Baskets that help amazing women in Uganda care for children orphaned by AIDS & break the cycle of poverty!! We serve more than 7,000 Grandmothers, who are the true unsung heroes of the Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project. Having tragically lost their own children to HIV/AIDS, they are now raising their orphaned grandchildren, our students. Many support up to fourteen children without social security, health care, retirement, child welfare, or basic housing.
The Grandmothers of Nyaka want nothing more than to provide for their families. They will weave, sew, garden, and farm - whatever it takes to help break the cycle of poverty. We continue to develop income-generating projects and Micro-Finance Programs for all Grandmothers in the Kanungu and Rukingiri Districts in order to promote their economic independence. Please help us help our Grandmothers, the true unsung heroes of Nyaka.
http://www.nyakaschool.org/grandmothers.php for more information =)
When: April 14 noon-1pm
Where: Nyaka Office
3660 W. Hiawatha Dr Okemos
Help us tag & inventory Grandmother Baskets that help amazing women in Uganda care for children orphaned by AIDS & break the cycle of poverty!! We serve more than 7,000 Grandmothers, who are the true unsung heroes of the Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project. Having tragically lost their own children to HIV/AIDS, they are now raising their orphaned grandchildren, our students. Many support up to fourteen children without social security, health care, retirement, child welfare, or basic housing.
The Grandmothers of Nyaka want nothing more than to provide for their families. They will weave, sew, garden, and farm - whatever it takes to help break the cycle of poverty. We continue to develop income-generating projects and Micro-Finance Programs for all Grandmothers in the Kanungu and Rukingiri Districts in order to promote their economic independence. Please help us help our Grandmothers, the true unsung heroes of Nyaka.
B the e prep- earth day
What: Earth Day Lansing
When: Thursday April 7th- 12-1pm
Where: Big Brothers Big Sisters Office
1235 Center St. #A, Lansing
Join us for another exercise in cutting- we are back at the Big Brothers Big Sisters office (thank you to them)- this time to help the planet. B the E will be putting on a number of events & we will be helping cut burlap squares that will house the 500 white pine seedlings that will be distributed.
Earth Day Lansing 2011 – April 22 & 23 – begins with The Old Town Spring Scrub & culminates with Laugh with a Purpose; an evening of local comedians and entertainers at the Temple Building of Old Town to celebrate the accomplishments with 100% of proceeds from this event will benefit the Old Town Commercial Association and Lunch with a Purpose....... That's right Lunch with a Purpose!!!
'Like' their page & learn more about all they have going on:http://www.facebook.com/EarthDayLansing?sk=info
B the E - EDay 2011 "Be the change you want to see in the world" ~~ Mahatma Gandhi
Hope to see you there!!!
When: Thursday April 7th- 12-1pm
Where: Big Brothers Big Sisters Office
1235 Center St. #A, Lansing
Join us for another exercise in cutting- we are back at the Big Brothers Big Sisters office (thank you to them)- this time to help the planet. B the E will be putting on a number of events & we will be helping cut burlap squares that will house the 500 white pine seedlings that will be distributed.
Earth Day Lansing 2011 – April 22 & 23 – begins with The Old Town Spring Scrub & culminates with Laugh with a Purpose; an evening of local comedians and entertainers at the Temple Building of Old Town to celebrate the accomplishments with 100% of proceeds from this event will benefit the Old Town Commercial Association and Lunch with a Purpose....... That's right Lunch with a Purpose!!!
'Like' their page & learn more about all they have going on:http://www.facebook.com/EarthDayLansing?sk=info
B the E - EDay 2011 "Be the change you want to see in the world" ~~ Mahatma Gandhi
Hope to see you there!!!
I was here
What: Gateway Community Services- I WAS HERE
When: Thursday March 31st- 12-1pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan St., Lansing
We will construct 35 life-sized shadow people out of plywood. We will construct stands so each shadow person can stand freely. They will all be painted black and hold white signs with a simple sentence, such as “I was here” or “I helped you with your homework once”. The first 34 shadow people will represent each of the 24 youth who committed suicide due to bullying in the USA in 2010. The 35th shadow person will represent a youth who is being bullied and contemplating suicide RIGHT NOW. These 35 shadow people will become a mobile art exhibit that Gateway can take into schools, libraries, art galleries, etc. to raise awareness about “bullycide” in our schools and communities.Lunch With a Purpose will provide adult volunteers to help us cut out our shadow people, so that they will be ready for paint and assembly on. This pre-cutting event will be held on Thursday, March 31st, 12pm, at Duckett Distributing .
When: Thursday March 31st- 12-1pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan St., Lansing
We will construct 35 life-sized shadow people out of plywood. We will construct stands so each shadow person can stand freely. They will all be painted black and hold white signs with a simple sentence, such as “I was here” or “I helped you with your homework once”. The first 34 shadow people will represent each of the 24 youth who committed suicide due to bullying in the USA in 2010. The 35th shadow person will represent a youth who is being bullied and contemplating suicide RIGHT NOW. These 35 shadow people will become a mobile art exhibit that Gateway can take into schools, libraries, art galleries, etc. to raise awareness about “bullycide” in our schools and communities.Lunch With a Purpose will provide adult volunteers to help us cut out our shadow people, so that they will be ready for paint and assembly on. This pre-cutting event will be held on Thursday, March 31st, 12pm, at Duckett Distributing .
Big Brothers big sisters
What: Big Brothers Big Sisters
When: Thursday March 24th, 12-1 pm
Where: 1235 Center St. #A, Lansing
Join us in Old Town to help Big Brothers Big Sisters get ready for their big annual Bowling for Kids Sake event. Check out the event at http://www.bbbs.org/mcrbowl - maybe even join a team or start your own!! We will be helping them cut out bowling pins used to raise money for the cause...... Great cause so let's help them help the area children =) Event is still looking for bowlers, donors, sponsors & volunteers too if you are interested.........
When: Thursday March 24th, 12-1 pm
Where: 1235 Center St. #A, Lansing
Join us in Old Town to help Big Brothers Big Sisters get ready for their big annual Bowling for Kids Sake event. Check out the event at http://www.bbbs.org/mcrbowl - maybe even join a team or start your own!! We will be helping them cut out bowling pins used to raise money for the cause...... Great cause so let's help them help the area children =) Event is still looking for bowlers, donors, sponsors & volunteers too if you are interested.........
Greater Lansing Food Bank
What: Nonperishable food doantion
When: Wednesday March 16th, 12-1pm
Where: Greater Lansing Food Bank
919 Filley St.
Lansing, MI
Join LWP Wednesday, March 16th at the Greater Lansing Food Bank!
The Greater Lansing Food Bank provides support, funding, food and education materials to many local food pantries serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties. The Greater Lansing Food Bank encompasses many programs including community gardens and health education.
Join LWP in bringing in nonperishable food items to be distributed to those in need in our area. Together we can make a difference!
Hope to see you on Wednesday!
When: Wednesday March 16th, 12-1pm
Where: Greater Lansing Food Bank
919 Filley St.
Lansing, MI
Join LWP Wednesday, March 16th at the Greater Lansing Food Bank!
The Greater Lansing Food Bank provides support, funding, food and education materials to many local food pantries serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties. The Greater Lansing Food Bank encompasses many programs including community gardens and health education.
Join LWP in bringing in nonperishable food items to be distributed to those in need in our area. Together we can make a difference!
Hope to see you on Wednesday!
Shining a Light
What: Sandal Tagging
When: Thursday March 10th 12-1pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan St.
This Thursday join us back at the Duckett Brothers office to help tag sandals for Shining a Light. Help support this wonderful organization by tagging the new sandal shipment to get them ready for fairs, parties, home shows, etc....... Visit www.shiningalight.org to check them out a head of time- they make great Mother's Day gifts....... Hope to see you there =)
When: Thursday March 10th 12-1pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan St.
This Thursday join us back at the Duckett Brothers office to help tag sandals for Shining a Light. Help support this wonderful organization by tagging the new sandal shipment to get them ready for fairs, parties, home shows, etc....... Visit www.shiningalight.org to check them out a head of time- they make great Mother's Day gifts....... Hope to see you there =)
Sparrow sUperstars
What: Sparrow Superstars
When: Thursday March 3, 2011
Where: Cron Management Office
117 Center Street EL (shares a parking lot with the Harrison Roadhouse)
One of our Sparrow Superstars is headed into surgery on Friday..... let's send him off to Grand Rapids with our thoughts, prayers and an epic goodie bag!
Feel free to stop by Cron Management (Sara & Emily's office) Thursday to drop off anything you'd like us to send with Ethan......
-Legos
-Cards/notes
-Books/comics
-Coloring stuff
-Playing cards
-Games
-Blanket
-MSU gear..... ect.
Ethan had been through dozens of surgeries in the past and always has such a positive attitude and cheerful outlook! Cron Management shares a parking lot with the Harrison Roadhouse. (3 story brown house, office on 1st floor)
We love you Ethan!
When: Thursday March 3, 2011
Where: Cron Management Office
117 Center Street EL (shares a parking lot with the Harrison Roadhouse)
One of our Sparrow Superstars is headed into surgery on Friday..... let's send him off to Grand Rapids with our thoughts, prayers and an epic goodie bag!
Feel free to stop by Cron Management (Sara & Emily's office) Thursday to drop off anything you'd like us to send with Ethan......
-Legos
-Cards/notes
-Books/comics
-Coloring stuff
-Playing cards
-Games
-Blanket
-MSU gear..... ect.
Ethan had been through dozens of surgeries in the past and always has such a positive attitude and cheerful outlook! Cron Management shares a parking lot with the Harrison Roadhouse. (3 story brown house, office on 1st floor)
We love you Ethan!
American Red Cross
What: American Red Cross Blood Donation
When: FRIDAY February 25th- 11:15-12:45
Where: Donation Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
Time to donate blood again!
If you plan to donate, please call our local donation center 517-371-2653 to book an appointment. Tell them you're with Lunch with a Purpose, we blocked out slots from 11:15-12:45! Any questions about appointments please email Emily Mugerian. mugerian14@gmail.com
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Thank you and hope to see you on Friday!
When: FRIDAY February 25th- 11:15-12:45
Where: Donation Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
Time to donate blood again!
If you plan to donate, please call our local donation center 517-371-2653 to book an appointment. Tell them you're with Lunch with a Purpose, we blocked out slots from 11:15-12:45! Any questions about appointments please email Emily Mugerian. mugerian14@gmail.com
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Thank you and hope to see you on Friday!
**One Year Anniversary Party**
What: Celebrating the Success of the First Year of Lunch with a Purpose
When: Thursday February 17th- 12pm
Where: Ronald McDonald House of Mid Michigan 121 S. Holmes Lansing, MI
Can't believe it's been a year already!!
Between now & next Thursday please post photos of your own event(s) on the Lunch with a Purpose page http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=316803152317 Then join us where it first began for lunch & stories with prizes for the best events. Hope to see LOTS of you there with LOTS of great stories! Thank you all so much for an amazing year with even bigger & better things to come!!
When: Thursday February 17th- 12pm
Where: Ronald McDonald House of Mid Michigan 121 S. Holmes Lansing, MI
Can't believe it's been a year already!!
Between now & next Thursday please post photos of your own event(s) on the Lunch with a Purpose page http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=316803152317 Then join us where it first began for lunch & stories with prizes for the best events. Hope to see LOTS of you there with LOTS of great stories! Thank you all so much for an amazing year with even bigger & better things to come!!
Valentines for kids at Sparrow & Ingham Hospitals
What: Making Valentine cards for children at Sparrow & Ingham Hospitals
When: Thursday, February 10- 12pm
Where: Panera Bread (Frandor)
310 N. Clippert
Lansing, MI
Join us Thursday February 10th at Panera Bread to make Valentine's cards for children at Sparrow and Ingham hospitals.
Grab some lunch and send some Valentine's cheer!
Art supplies will be provided but feel free to bring more!
See you Thursday! :)
When: Thursday, February 10- 12pm
Where: Panera Bread (Frandor)
310 N. Clippert
Lansing, MI
Join us Thursday February 10th at Panera Bread to make Valentine's cards for children at Sparrow and Ingham hospitals.
Grab some lunch and send some Valentine's cheer!
Art supplies will be provided but feel free to bring more!
See you Thursday! :)
St. Vincent Catholic Charities/Shining a Light
What: St. Vincent Catholic Charities/Shining a Light
When: Thursday, Feburary 3rd- 12pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan
Lansing, MI
St. Vincent Catholic Charities (STVCC) helps local homeless and refugee families and adults, of all beliefs, find safety and work toward self sufficiency.
Every individual helped by STVCC is given a set of sheets and 2 sets of towels. Between refugee relocation, housing for the homeless, and children who stay at the Children’s Home; St. Vincent Catholic Charities is in need of at least 60 twin sheets and 5 double sheets each month. Plus two sets of towels for each individual adding up to 140 towel sets (bath, hand, and wash) per month.
Lunch with a Purpose is teaming up with the Delta-Waverly Rotary and St. Vincent Catholic Charities to collect new and gently used sheets (twin or double) and towels for those in need.
http://www.stvcc.org/
Join us Thursday, February 3rd at the Duckett Brothers Distributing office to collect sheets and towels. Also, join us to learn about 'Shining a Light'. A foundation benefiting poverty stricken women in Tanzania.
http://shiningalight.org/
Alternate sheet & towel drop off sites!!
Wash Bright Car Wash
Contact: Sharon Wilson
Cell: 517-420-3826
5024 Midland
Lansing, MI
Just West of Best Buy
Personel World
Contact: Kent Housler
Cell: 517-819-3618
302 S. Waverly Rd. Ste 4,
Lansing, MI 48917
When: Thursday, Feburary 3rd- 12pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 Sheridan
Lansing, MI
St. Vincent Catholic Charities (STVCC) helps local homeless and refugee families and adults, of all beliefs, find safety and work toward self sufficiency.
Every individual helped by STVCC is given a set of sheets and 2 sets of towels. Between refugee relocation, housing for the homeless, and children who stay at the Children’s Home; St. Vincent Catholic Charities is in need of at least 60 twin sheets and 5 double sheets each month. Plus two sets of towels for each individual adding up to 140 towel sets (bath, hand, and wash) per month.
Lunch with a Purpose is teaming up with the Delta-Waverly Rotary and St. Vincent Catholic Charities to collect new and gently used sheets (twin or double) and towels for those in need.
http://www.stvcc.org/
Join us Thursday, February 3rd at the Duckett Brothers Distributing office to collect sheets and towels. Also, join us to learn about 'Shining a Light'. A foundation benefiting poverty stricken women in Tanzania.
http://shiningalight.org/
Alternate sheet & towel drop off sites!!
Wash Bright Car Wash
Contact: Sharon Wilson
Cell: 517-420-3826
5024 Midland
Lansing, MI
Just West of Best Buy
Personel World
Contact: Kent Housler
Cell: 517-819-3618
302 S. Waverly Rd. Ste 4,
Lansing, MI 48917
Sandals from Shine a Light!
www.shiningalight.org
World Mission Thrift
What: World Mission Thrift
When: WEDNESDAY, January 26th- 12pm
Where: 5400 S. Cedar St. (attached to K-Mart)
Lansing, MI
World Mission was founded in 1994 with a vision to impact the world for Christ. The organization made a profound impact in many evangelistic and humanitarian mission projects around the world.
A great need was discovered while they ministered to the physical needs of thousands of people around the world. A need based on the understanding that the MAJORITY of these people were completely illiterate. That truth drove them to the place of providing God’s Word for these people in a format that was appropriate considering their oral culture.
As a result, they have distributed more than 80,000 audio Bibles around the world. Groups of 12 or more people gather around to listen to these audio Bibles on a regular basis. Today they use a solar powered tool called The Treasure which is available in more than 5,000 languages. They partner with churches and mission organizations to help reach these oral learners living in every country of the world. Many of their units go to ‘unreached people groups’ who have never heard the gospel before.
Join Lunch with a Purpose Wednesday, January 26th at World Mission's thrift store which helps to fund their outreach projects. We will be cleaning and organizing after their annual sale.
http://www.worldmission.cc/
Thank you LWP! See you WEDNESDAY!
When: WEDNESDAY, January 26th- 12pm
Where: 5400 S. Cedar St. (attached to K-Mart)
Lansing, MI
World Mission was founded in 1994 with a vision to impact the world for Christ. The organization made a profound impact in many evangelistic and humanitarian mission projects around the world.
A great need was discovered while they ministered to the physical needs of thousands of people around the world. A need based on the understanding that the MAJORITY of these people were completely illiterate. That truth drove them to the place of providing God’s Word for these people in a format that was appropriate considering their oral culture.
As a result, they have distributed more than 80,000 audio Bibles around the world. Groups of 12 or more people gather around to listen to these audio Bibles on a regular basis. Today they use a solar powered tool called The Treasure which is available in more than 5,000 languages. They partner with churches and mission organizations to help reach these oral learners living in every country of the world. Many of their units go to ‘unreached people groups’ who have never heard the gospel before.
Join Lunch with a Purpose Wednesday, January 26th at World Mission's thrift store which helps to fund their outreach projects. We will be cleaning and organizing after their annual sale.
http://www.worldmission.cc/
Thank you LWP! See you WEDNESDAY!
Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project
What: Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project
When: Thursday, January 20th- 12pm
Where: 3660 W. Hiawatha Dr.
Okemos, MI
Help us tag & inventory Grandmother Baskets that help amazing women in Uganda care for children orphaned by AIDS & break the cycle of poverty!!
Here is one of their stories:
Meet Grandmother Matrida. Matrida is just one of our many Grandmothers who has an amazing story of triumph and courage in the face of disaster. After losing several children to AIDS, she has been caring for as many as 15 grandchildren at a time.
However, due to her own determination and help from Nyaka, she is now on a path to economic empowerment, helping her family break free from the cycle of poverty. Thanks to a micro-finance loan from Nyaka, Matrida has been able to buy supplies to make beautiful woven baskets as a source of income. And, all of her grandchildren have attended Nyaka School.
When: Thursday, January 20th- 12pm
Where: 3660 W. Hiawatha Dr.
Okemos, MI
Help us tag & inventory Grandmother Baskets that help amazing women in Uganda care for children orphaned by AIDS & break the cycle of poverty!!
Here is one of their stories:
Meet Grandmother Matrida. Matrida is just one of our many Grandmothers who has an amazing story of triumph and courage in the face of disaster. After losing several children to AIDS, she has been caring for as many as 15 grandchildren at a time.
However, due to her own determination and help from Nyaka, she is now on a path to economic empowerment, helping her family break free from the cycle of poverty. Thanks to a micro-finance loan from Nyaka, Matrida has been able to buy supplies to make beautiful woven baskets as a source of income. And, all of her grandchildren have attended Nyaka School.
Keep Learning
What: Keep Learning
When: Thursday, January 13th- 12pm
Where: Decker Coffee Co.
220 S. Washington Sq.
Lansing, MI
Join us Thursday, January 13th to support the revitalization of mid-Michigan's River Trail through the Pepsi Refresh Project. Meet us at Decker's Coffee Co downtown, grab a cup to-go and help us pass out posters and informations about the project.
Keep Learning wants to help mid-Michigan families and residents merge educational and recreational activities along Greater Lansing's River Trail. Learning stations, a playground and discussion topics along the Trail will inspire families to be active, have real conversations and learn together.
How?
-Install stations along the River Trail with fun facts and figures, as well as historical information
-Install "conversation starter" plaques with topics and questions to get families talking about careers, college and the future
-Revive educational resources such as the Planet Walk and install new ones
-Host an Adventure Hunt to kick off the transformation and encourage kids and parents to learn on the Trail
-Install a playground and picnic areas to give families a place to connect
-Install Maps to Adventure to make the trail more inviting
-Highlight existing learning adventures including Impression 5 Science Center, Potter Park Zoo and Capital Area District Library branches
Be sure to vote for this idea online!
http://www.refresheverything.com/keeplearning
When: Thursday, January 13th- 12pm
Where: Decker Coffee Co.
220 S. Washington Sq.
Lansing, MI
Join us Thursday, January 13th to support the revitalization of mid-Michigan's River Trail through the Pepsi Refresh Project. Meet us at Decker's Coffee Co downtown, grab a cup to-go and help us pass out posters and informations about the project.
Keep Learning wants to help mid-Michigan families and residents merge educational and recreational activities along Greater Lansing's River Trail. Learning stations, a playground and discussion topics along the Trail will inspire families to be active, have real conversations and learn together.
How?
-Install stations along the River Trail with fun facts and figures, as well as historical information
-Install "conversation starter" plaques with topics and questions to get families talking about careers, college and the future
-Revive educational resources such as the Planet Walk and install new ones
-Host an Adventure Hunt to kick off the transformation and encourage kids and parents to learn on the Trail
-Install a playground and picnic areas to give families a place to connect
-Install Maps to Adventure to make the trail more inviting
-Highlight existing learning adventures including Impression 5 Science Center, Potter Park Zoo and Capital Area District Library branches
Be sure to vote for this idea online!
http://www.refresheverything.com/keeplearning
City Rescue Mission
What: City Rescue Mission
When: Thursday, December 30th- 12pm
Where: 607 E. Michigan Ave.
Lansing, MI
One for one!
Join Lunch with a Purpose Thursday December 30th for it's first annual One for One donation drive at the City Rescue Mission. Received a sweater for Christmas? Bring one in you no longer wear. New boots this winter? Bring in your old ones. Kids get new toys? Ask them to donate something they no longer play with. Bring your gently used, clean clothing to the City Rescue Mission for distribution to those in need. Household, food pantry and personal hygiene items also appreciated.
Help is needed Thursday sorting donations and in the food bank. Don't have time to stick around? Drop your donations off or send with a friend for us to sort.
Thank you Lunch with a Purpose for such a wonderful 2010! Looking forward to the new year and all that's ahead.
When: Thursday, December 30th- 12pm
Where: 607 E. Michigan Ave.
Lansing, MI
One for one!
Join Lunch with a Purpose Thursday December 30th for it's first annual One for One donation drive at the City Rescue Mission. Received a sweater for Christmas? Bring one in you no longer wear. New boots this winter? Bring in your old ones. Kids get new toys? Ask them to donate something they no longer play with. Bring your gently used, clean clothing to the City Rescue Mission for distribution to those in need. Household, food pantry and personal hygiene items also appreciated.
Help is needed Thursday sorting donations and in the food bank. Don't have time to stick around? Drop your donations off or send with a friend for us to sort.
Thank you Lunch with a Purpose for such a wonderful 2010! Looking forward to the new year and all that's ahead.
American Red Cross
What: American Red Cross, blood donation
When: Thursday, December 23rd- 12pm
Where: American Red Cross Donor Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
It's been exactly 8 weeks! Time to donate blood again.
If you plan to donate, please call our local donation center 371-2653 to book an appointment. Tell them you're with Lunch with a Purpose, we blocked out most the of early afternoon!
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Join us Thursday December 23 at the American Red Cross Donation Center to give blood. Together, we can save a life.
Happy Holidays!
The Village Summit
What: The Village Summit
When: Thursday, December 16th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 119 Barnes
Lansing, MI
A previously foreclosed house, transformed into a valuable resource for the neighborhood. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service.
Their goal is improving the quality of life through education, social consciousness, and access to information and other valued resources.
Join Lunch with a Purpose Thursday December 16th at the Village Summit to help them prepare for their holiday party. New or like new hats, gloves and toys for children of all ages are being collected for distribution. Collect from family, friends and coworkers to help make this holiday party special for all! See you on Thursday!
When: Thursday, December 16th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 119 Barnes
Lansing, MI
A previously foreclosed house, transformed into a valuable resource for the neighborhood. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service.
Their goal is improving the quality of life through education, social consciousness, and access to information and other valued resources.
Join Lunch with a Purpose Thursday December 16th at the Village Summit to help them prepare for their holiday party. New or like new hats, gloves and toys for children of all ages are being collected for distribution. Collect from family, friends and coworkers to help make this holiday party special for all! See you on Thursday!
Be a Santa to a Senior
What: Be a Santa to a Senior
When: Friday, December 10th- 9am-3pm
Where: The Atrium Event Center
2685 Jolly Road (next to Capital Honda)
Okemos, MI
Home Instead Senior Care is recruiting elves to wrap 700+ gifts for less fortunate senior citizens in the tri-county area. Wrapping goes from 9am to 3pm. Join Lunch with a Purpose from 12-1 or whenever you have some spare time to help out and lend a hand!
*Feel free to bring extra gift wrap/tape/scissors!
When: Friday, December 10th- 9am-3pm
Where: The Atrium Event Center
2685 Jolly Road (next to Capital Honda)
Okemos, MI
Home Instead Senior Care is recruiting elves to wrap 700+ gifts for less fortunate senior citizens in the tri-county area. Wrapping goes from 9am to 3pm. Join Lunch with a Purpose from 12-1 or whenever you have some spare time to help out and lend a hand!
*Feel free to bring extra gift wrap/tape/scissors!
World AIDS Day
What: World Aids Day
When: Wednesday, December 1st- 12pm-1pm
Where: Worldwide, meet at the MSU Union
It is estimated that there are over 1 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. They fight their fight everyday.
World AIDS Day is for both HIV-positive and HIV-negative people to think and learn more about the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Wear Red
Volunteer with a local HIV/AIDS organizations
Encourage your peers to get tested.
Here at MSU here is what we are doing....
-250 red ribbons will be tied around trees in honor of those fighting HIV/AIDS in the US
-9am-1pm: Free and Anonymous Walk In HIV testing at Olin Health Center on the 3rd floor *** First Come, First Served!***
-6:30pm: Vigil at the Rock
-7:30pm: In Your Face Theater Troupe performance in Butterfield hall
Join Lunch with a Purpose Wednesday, Dec. 1st to pass out red ribbons and HIV/AIDS educational information on the MSU campus. Spread awareness and show support. Wear red and meet us in outside of the MSU Union. (west entrance by the circle drive)
Thank you LWP!
When: Wednesday, December 1st- 12pm-1pm
Where: Worldwide, meet at the MSU Union
It is estimated that there are over 1 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. They fight their fight everyday.
World AIDS Day is for both HIV-positive and HIV-negative people to think and learn more about the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Wear Red
Volunteer with a local HIV/AIDS organizations
Encourage your peers to get tested.
Here at MSU here is what we are doing....
-250 red ribbons will be tied around trees in honor of those fighting HIV/AIDS in the US
-9am-1pm: Free and Anonymous Walk In HIV testing at Olin Health Center on the 3rd floor *** First Come, First Served!***
-6:30pm: Vigil at the Rock
-7:30pm: In Your Face Theater Troupe performance in Butterfield hall
Join Lunch with a Purpose Wednesday, Dec. 1st to pass out red ribbons and HIV/AIDS educational information on the MSU campus. Spread awareness and show support. Wear red and meet us in outside of the MSU Union. (west entrance by the circle drive)
Thank you LWP!
Holiday Mail for Heroes
What: Holiday Mail for Heroes, Cards to our troops.
When: WEDNESDAY, November 24th - 12-1:30pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 E. Sheridan
Lansing, MI
The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes have teamed up for the fourth annual Holiday Mail for Heroes program.
You are invited to send holiday cards to our American service members, their families, and veterans all over the world.
Join Lunch with a Purpose WEDNESDAY November 24th at the Duckett Brothers office to write holiday messages to our troops around the world. Bring a smile to their day this holiday season. Feel free to bring cards/art supplies. The more the merrier!
Kids already out of school for Thanksgiving break? Bring them too!
When: WEDNESDAY, November 24th - 12-1:30pm
Where: Duckett Brothers Distributing
618 E. Sheridan
Lansing, MI
The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes have teamed up for the fourth annual Holiday Mail for Heroes program.
You are invited to send holiday cards to our American service members, their families, and veterans all over the world.
Join Lunch with a Purpose WEDNESDAY November 24th at the Duckett Brothers office to write holiday messages to our troops around the world. Bring a smile to their day this holiday season. Feel free to bring cards/art supplies. The more the merrier!
Kids already out of school for Thanksgiving break? Bring them too!
Compassion Feast
What: Old Town Commercial Association, Compassion Feast
When: Thursday, November 18, 2010
Where: 1232 Turner St.
Lansing, MI
Join Lunch with a Purpose as we team up with Old Town’s Compassion Feast! Compassion Feast provides complete Thanksgiving meals to families in our area. Last year, meals were provided to over 120 families!
We need your help! Monetary and food donations are needed to keep this program going.
Donations can be dropped off at the Old Town Commercial Association, 1232 Turner Street, Lansing.
The following non-perishable items are needed for meals....
-Croutons
-Chicken broth
-Jello
-Green beans
-Cream of mushroom soup
-French fried onions
-Canned cranberries
-Canned pumpkin
-Allspice
-Brown sugar
-Evaporated milk
-Coffee
-Salt/Pepper
*Financial donations are also greatly appreciated. All financial contributions will be used for purchasing needed food items.
The Old Town Commercial Association will be accepting donations all week. Meals will be packaged and delivered Monday.
When: Thursday, November 18, 2010
Where: 1232 Turner St.
Lansing, MI
Join Lunch with a Purpose as we team up with Old Town’s Compassion Feast! Compassion Feast provides complete Thanksgiving meals to families in our area. Last year, meals were provided to over 120 families!
We need your help! Monetary and food donations are needed to keep this program going.
Donations can be dropped off at the Old Town Commercial Association, 1232 Turner Street, Lansing.
The following non-perishable items are needed for meals....
-Croutons
-Chicken broth
-Jello
-Green beans
-Cream of mushroom soup
-French fried onions
-Canned cranberries
-Canned pumpkin
-Allspice
-Brown sugar
-Evaporated milk
-Coffee
-Salt/Pepper
*Financial donations are also greatly appreciated. All financial contributions will be used for purchasing needed food items.
The Old Town Commercial Association will be accepting donations all week. Meals will be packaged and delivered Monday.
Ingham Family Center
What: Ingham Family Center
When: Thursday, November 11, 2010
Where: 1601 W. Holmes
Lansing, MI
The Ingham Family Center is an educational facility run by the Ingham County Circuit Court Family Division. They serve two groups of kids, the Ingham Academy and the Ingham County PRIDE program. Both groups of kids have been mandated by the courts to attend because of behavioral problems. The Youth Garden is a collaboration between the IFC and the 4-H arm of the Ingham County Extension, and seeks to educate these kids about growing/raising their own food, eating better, and living a healthier lifestyle. They have a 15,000 square foot garden, 5 egg-laying hens, and various other agricultural demonstrations on site.
Join Lunch with a Purpose to learn more about the amazing things the Ingham Family Center does and to help out in the garden!
When: Thursday, November 11, 2010
Where: 1601 W. Holmes
Lansing, MI
The Ingham Family Center is an educational facility run by the Ingham County Circuit Court Family Division. They serve two groups of kids, the Ingham Academy and the Ingham County PRIDE program. Both groups of kids have been mandated by the courts to attend because of behavioral problems. The Youth Garden is a collaboration between the IFC and the 4-H arm of the Ingham County Extension, and seeks to educate these kids about growing/raising their own food, eating better, and living a healthier lifestyle. They have a 15,000 square foot garden, 5 egg-laying hens, and various other agricultural demonstrations on site.
Join Lunch with a Purpose to learn more about the amazing things the Ingham Family Center does and to help out in the garden!
Ronald McDonald House
What: Ronald McDonald House
When: Thursday, November 4, 2010
Where: 121 S. Holmes
Lansing, MI
Back to our roots at the Ronald McDonald house!
The Ronald McDonald House program provides a “home-away-from-home” for families so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost. The houses are built on the simple idea that nothing else should matter when a family is focused on healing their child – not where they can afford to stay, where they will get their next meal or where they will lay their head at night to rest.
Families are stronger when they are together, which helps in the healing process. By staying at a Ronald McDonald House, parents also can better communicate with their child’s medical team and keep up with complicated treatment plans when needed. They can also focus on the health of their child, rather than grocery shopping, cleaning or cooking meals.
When your child is sick, you want the best care possible - even if it is hundreds or thousands of miles away. The Ronald McDonald House allows families to access specialized medical treatment by providing a place to stay at little or sometimes no cost.
Join us Thursday November 4th at the Ronald McDonald House to do some yard work, clean the playroom and help out around the house!
When: Thursday, November 4, 2010
Where: 121 S. Holmes
Lansing, MI
Back to our roots at the Ronald McDonald house!
The Ronald McDonald House program provides a “home-away-from-home” for families so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost. The houses are built on the simple idea that nothing else should matter when a family is focused on healing their child – not where they can afford to stay, where they will get their next meal or where they will lay their head at night to rest.
Families are stronger when they are together, which helps in the healing process. By staying at a Ronald McDonald House, parents also can better communicate with their child’s medical team and keep up with complicated treatment plans when needed. They can also focus on the health of their child, rather than grocery shopping, cleaning or cooking meals.
When your child is sick, you want the best care possible - even if it is hundreds or thousands of miles away. The Ronald McDonald House allows families to access specialized medical treatment by providing a place to stay at little or sometimes no cost.
Join us Thursday November 4th at the Ronald McDonald House to do some yard work, clean the playroom and help out around the house!
American Red Cross
What: American Red Cross, blood donation
When: Thursday, October 28th- 12pm
Where: American Red Cross Donor Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
It's been exactly 8 weeks! Time to donate blood again.
If you plan to donate, PLEASE LET EMILY KNOW VIA EMAIL MUGERIAN14@GMAIL.COM OR FACEBOOK AND AN APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE FOR YOU! This will help get everyone in and out in a timely manner.
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Join us Thursday October 28 at the American Red Cross Donation Center to give blood. Together, we can save a life.
NorthWest Initiative- Lansing Neighborhood Conference
What: NorthWest Initiative- Lansing Neighborhood Conference
When: Thursday, October 21, 2010
Where: 2500 S. Washington Ave.
Lansing, MI
The Lansing Neighborhood Conference is a conference designed to engage, inform, and inspire residents to take ownership in making Lansing neighborhoods safer, healthier, and more connected. The conference will take place Saturday October 23rd, from 8:30 to 2:30. Guest speakers and workshops are scheduled to provide inspiration and education to area residents to better unite our great community. Lunch is provided to all registered guests. Please follow the link for more information or to register for the Lansing Neighborhood Conference.
http://www.lansingneighborhoodconference.wordpress.com/
Join Lunch with a Purpose on Thursday, October 21st at noon and help the NorthWest Initiative prepare for this great conference! Help is needed creating posters, organizing materials and setting up. Help make a difference in your community! Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there.
Ele's Place
What: Ele's Place
When: Thursday, October 14, 2010
Where: 1145 W. Oakland
Lansing, MI
Ele’s Place is a nonprofit, community-based organization with a mission to create awareness of and support for grieving children and their families. Through peer support group programs, Ele’s Place helps children to cope with the death or life-threatening illness of a parent, sibling or other close family member or friend.
Before coming to Ele’s Place, many grieving children feel alone and keep their feelings inside, not wanting to burden their parents or other family members. Often friends don’t seem to understand if they haven’t had a similar experience. But each week at Ele’s Place, hundreds of grieving children find a warm and welcoming place to meet new friends who really understand how they feel. Some children learn how to cope with a family member’s illness, while others begin to heal after the death of a loved one.
Join us Thursday October 14th to learn more about Ele's Place, get a tour of the facility and help the staff of Ele's Place with art project prep an any other projects they have for us. What an awesome place to be involved in! It's for the kids!
When: Thursday, October 14, 2010
Where: 1145 W. Oakland
Lansing, MI
Ele’s Place is a nonprofit, community-based organization with a mission to create awareness of and support for grieving children and their families. Through peer support group programs, Ele’s Place helps children to cope with the death or life-threatening illness of a parent, sibling or other close family member or friend.
Before coming to Ele’s Place, many grieving children feel alone and keep their feelings inside, not wanting to burden their parents or other family members. Often friends don’t seem to understand if they haven’t had a similar experience. But each week at Ele’s Place, hundreds of grieving children find a warm and welcoming place to meet new friends who really understand how they feel. Some children learn how to cope with a family member’s illness, while others begin to heal after the death of a loved one.
Join us Thursday October 14th to learn more about Ele's Place, get a tour of the facility and help the staff of Ele's Place with art project prep an any other projects they have for us. What an awesome place to be involved in! It's for the kids!
The Village Summit
What: Village Summit
When: Thursday, October 7, 12-1pm
Where: 119 E. Barnes Ave.
Lansing, MI
Village Summit is a micro community center in South Lansing and a SafeZone for the Street Outreach Program. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service. Village Summit provides tutoring groups, meals, field trips, resume/job tips and many other positive activities. Village Summit also houses a community garden.
Join us Thursday October 7th to help out with the Village Summit's community garden. The garden needs some work before the frost sets in. Many hands can get the work done! See you Thursday!
www.villagesummit.org
When: Thursday, October 7, 12-1pm
Where: 119 E. Barnes Ave.
Lansing, MI
Village Summit is a micro community center in South Lansing and a SafeZone for the Street Outreach Program. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service. Village Summit provides tutoring groups, meals, field trips, resume/job tips and many other positive activities. Village Summit also houses a community garden.
Join us Thursday October 7th to help out with the Village Summit's community garden. The garden needs some work before the frost sets in. Many hands can get the work done! See you Thursday!
www.villagesummit.org
Gateway Community Services
What: Gateway Community Services
When: Thursday September 30, 12pm -1pm
Where: 3240 South Waverly
Lansing, MI 48911
Gateway Community Services is a local non-profit organization that has been serving runaway, homeless, and struggling youth and their families since 1970 in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties. Their mission is to provide essential services to youth and families that both strengthen and empower them to become stable, self-sustaining members of our community. They do this through effective teamwork, leadership, accountability, mutual respect, and compassion.
Join us on Thursday September 30th at one of the Gateway shelters to help them prepare for their open house! The open house is a wonderful opportunity to inform people about Gateway Community Services and spread word of all they do.
Can't make it to Lunch with a Purpose? Show you're support at the open house, Thursday September 30, 6-8pm and Sunday October 3, 1-3pm.
When: Thursday September 30, 12pm -1pm
Where: 3240 South Waverly
Lansing, MI 48911
Gateway Community Services is a local non-profit organization that has been serving runaway, homeless, and struggling youth and their families since 1970 in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties. Their mission is to provide essential services to youth and families that both strengthen and empower them to become stable, self-sustaining members of our community. They do this through effective teamwork, leadership, accountability, mutual respect, and compassion.
Join us on Thursday September 30th at one of the Gateway shelters to help them prepare for their open house! The open house is a wonderful opportunity to inform people about Gateway Community Services and spread word of all they do.
Can't make it to Lunch with a Purpose? Show you're support at the open house, Thursday September 30, 6-8pm and Sunday October 3, 1-3pm.
Junior League of Lansing Celebrity Luncheon
What: Junior League of Lansing Celebrity Luncheon
When: Thursday Sept. 23rd 10am-2pm
Where: Texas Roadhouse
Come see TJ Duckett & Justin Caine represent Lunch with a Purpose as celebrity servers for the Junior League of Lansing's Celebrity Luncheon to support their Signature Project, Care Free Dental (a 3 yr $30,000 commitment) as well as their many other local charity contributions. We are selling tickets for $20 with seats available in their section at 11:15am, 11:45am, 12:45pm & 1:15pm or they are also in need of volunteers to help out the 'inexperienced' servers throughout the day..... Contact Sara Griffon at saragriffon@cronmgt.com for tickets or to volunteer!! Should be a blast & will help a group doing a lot of great things in the community so we hope to see you there =)
When: Thursday Sept. 23rd 10am-2pm
Where: Texas Roadhouse
Come see TJ Duckett & Justin Caine represent Lunch with a Purpose as celebrity servers for the Junior League of Lansing's Celebrity Luncheon to support their Signature Project, Care Free Dental (a 3 yr $30,000 commitment) as well as their many other local charity contributions. We are selling tickets for $20 with seats available in their section at 11:15am, 11:45am, 12:45pm & 1:15pm or they are also in need of volunteers to help out the 'inexperienced' servers throughout the day..... Contact Sara Griffon at saragriffon@cronmgt.com for tickets or to volunteer!! Should be a blast & will help a group doing a lot of great things in the community so we hope to see you there =)
Loaves and Fishes Ministries
What: Loaves and Fishes Ministries
When: Thursday, Sept, 16th- 12pm
Where: 831 N. Sicamore
Lansing, MI
Loaves and Fishes provides short-term housing and assistance to the homeless men, women, and children of the greater Lansing community. Homeless people are referred to the shelter because of fire, eviction, financial distress, unemployment, etc. While at the Shelter, guests are served a hot dinner and breakfast, provided a bed with clean linens, given personal items and are offered advocacy services for the purpose of helping them resettle into safe, clean, and affordable housing. In addition, Zacchaeus House offers women with children a safe, communal living environment while offering services they need to achieve personal and economic stability.
Join us Thursday September 16th at Zacchaeus house to clean up the playground area and make it safe for the children staying.
When: Thursday, Sept, 16th- 12pm
Where: 831 N. Sicamore
Lansing, MI
Loaves and Fishes provides short-term housing and assistance to the homeless men, women, and children of the greater Lansing community. Homeless people are referred to the shelter because of fire, eviction, financial distress, unemployment, etc. While at the Shelter, guests are served a hot dinner and breakfast, provided a bed with clean linens, given personal items and are offered advocacy services for the purpose of helping them resettle into safe, clean, and affordable housing. In addition, Zacchaeus House offers women with children a safe, communal living environment while offering services they need to achieve personal and economic stability.
Join us Thursday September 16th at Zacchaeus house to clean up the playground area and make it safe for the children staying.
St. Vincent Catholic Charties
What: St. Vincent Children's Home
When: Thursday, Sept. 9th- 12pm
Where: 2800 W. Willow St.
Lansing, MI
St. Vincent Catholic Charities (STVCC) is a local, charitable, non-profit dedicated to human services in the mid-Michigan area. STVCC partners with children, families and adults living in crisis, and helps them to find hope and safety so they can thrive.
Join us Thursday September 9th at St. Vincent's to paint and stain their new shed. This shed was build to house bikes and toys for the children at St. Vincent's with money donated as part of Alonso "Bonz" Collar's memorial fund. Alonso is the brother of LWPer Ashleigh Collar. He passed away 4 years ago after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. Join us to help kids in memory of Bonz!
When: Thursday, Sept. 9th- 12pm
Where: 2800 W. Willow St.
Lansing, MI
St. Vincent Catholic Charities (STVCC) is a local, charitable, non-profit dedicated to human services in the mid-Michigan area. STVCC partners with children, families and adults living in crisis, and helps them to find hope and safety so they can thrive.
Join us Thursday September 9th at St. Vincent's to paint and stain their new shed. This shed was build to house bikes and toys for the children at St. Vincent's with money donated as part of Alonso "Bonz" Collar's memorial fund. Alonso is the brother of LWPer Ashleigh Collar. He passed away 4 years ago after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. Join us to help kids in memory of Bonz!
American Red Cross
What: American Red Cross, blood donation
When: Thursday, September 2nd- 12pm
Where: American Red Cross Donor Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
It's been exactly 8 weeks! Time to donate blood again.
If you plan to donate, PLEASE EMAIL MUGERIAN14@GMAIL.COM AND AN APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE FOR YOU! This will help get everyone in and out in a timely manner.
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Join us Thursday September 2 at the American Red Cross Donation Center to give blood. Together, we can save a life.
Good Fruit Video will be there getting footage for a new Red Cross blood donation promotion video! See you Thursday!
When: Thursday, September 2nd- 12pm
Where: American Red Cross Donor Center
1729 E. Saginaw
Lansing, MI
It's been exactly 8 weeks! Time to donate blood again.
If you plan to donate, PLEASE EMAIL MUGERIAN14@GMAIL.COM AND AN APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE FOR YOU! This will help get everyone in and out in a timely manner.
-Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood.
-More than 38,000 donations are needed every day.
-One out of every 10 people admitted in a hospital needs blood.
-There are 14 million blood transfusions in a given year.
-One blood donation can save 3 lives.
Join us Thursday September 2 at the American Red Cross Donation Center to give blood. Together, we can save a life.
Good Fruit Video will be there getting footage for a new Red Cross blood donation promotion video! See you Thursday!
South Side Community Coalition
What: South Side Community Coalition
When: Thursday August 26th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 2101 W. Holmes
Lansing, MI
The South Side Community Coalition provides educational programs, job training, life skills, and recreational opportunities for the youth and community members on the south side of Lansing. The community center is a place where south Lansing residents can find information, fun, educational, safe programming and an opportunity to become involved in their neighborhoods.
Join us Thursday August 26th to clean and organize as the Community Coalition transitions between their summer day program and their after school program.
The South Side Community Coalition also house a food bank and clothing closet, donations are always greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
When: Thursday August 26th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 2101 W. Holmes
Lansing, MI
The South Side Community Coalition provides educational programs, job training, life skills, and recreational opportunities for the youth and community members on the south side of Lansing. The community center is a place where south Lansing residents can find information, fun, educational, safe programming and an opportunity to become involved in their neighborhoods.
Join us Thursday August 26th to clean and organize as the Community Coalition transitions between their summer day program and their after school program.
The South Side Community Coalition also house a food bank and clothing closet, donations are always greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL)
What: CACIL, Rubber Duck Dash
When: Thursday August 19th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 2812 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Lansing, MI
Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL) is hosting the Rubber Duck Dash, Sunday August 29th at Potter Park. All the money raised at the Rubber Duck Dash is going to fund their Academy 101 program. This program is a day program for persons with disabilities. It offers classes and activities geared towards self-awareness, self-improvement, and job readiness. Academy 101 is also an important source of support and socialinteraction for their consumers.
Join us Thursday August 19th to help CACIL prepare for this great fundraiser. We will be making posters, numbering ducks, and putting together gift bags for children that attend the event. We will also be putting together mailings with event info and parking passes.
Thank you in advance for everyone's hard work and dedication. Together we make a difference!
When: Thursday August 19th, 12pm-1pm
Where: 2812 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Lansing, MI
Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL) is hosting the Rubber Duck Dash, Sunday August 29th at Potter Park. All the money raised at the Rubber Duck Dash is going to fund their Academy 101 program. This program is a day program for persons with disabilities. It offers classes and activities geared towards self-awareness, self-improvement, and job readiness. Academy 101 is also an important source of support and socialinteraction for their consumers.
Join us Thursday August 19th to help CACIL prepare for this great fundraiser. We will be making posters, numbering ducks, and putting together gift bags for children that attend the event. We will also be putting together mailings with event info and parking passes.
Thank you in advance for everyone's hard work and dedication. Together we make a difference!
Backpacks of Hope
Time: August 12 · 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: City Rescue Mission of Lansing
607 E. Michigan Ave Lansing, MI
Before the start of a new school year, the City Rescue Mission runs its "Backpacks of Hope" collection and giveaway. The Mission collects new backpacks, fills these with school supplies, and distributes them to children, K-5 through high school senior, who are from homeless and/or low income families.
***We are hoping to collect 50 FULL backpacks through Lunch with a Purpose so start school shopping*** If anyone finds any really good deals anywhere we encourage you to post them to help others.....
Thank you everyone in advance & we look forward to seeing you next week =)))
Location: City Rescue Mission of Lansing
607 E. Michigan Ave Lansing, MI
Before the start of a new school year, the City Rescue Mission runs its "Backpacks of Hope" collection and giveaway. The Mission collects new backpacks, fills these with school supplies, and distributes them to children, K-5 through high school senior, who are from homeless and/or low income families.
***We are hoping to collect 50 FULL backpacks through Lunch with a Purpose so start school shopping*** If anyone finds any really good deals anywhere we encourage you to post them to help others.....
Thank you everyone in advance & we look forward to seeing you next week =)))
Village Summit
What: Village Summit
When: Thursday, August 5, 12-1:30pm
Where: 119 E. Barnes Ave.
Lansing, MI
Village Summit is a micro community center in South Lansing and a SafeZone for the Street Outreach Program. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service. Village Summit provides tutoring groups, meals, field trips, resume/job tips and many other positive activities. Village Summit also houses a community garden.
Join us Thursday August 5th to help out at Village Summit during their lunch program. Help clean, organize books, help with food and whatever else needs to be done!
www.villagesummit.org
When: Thursday, August 5, 12-1:30pm
Where: 119 E. Barnes Ave.
Lansing, MI
Village Summit is a micro community center in South Lansing and a SafeZone for the Street Outreach Program. Their mission is focused on helping children in the community and building bonds between community members through volunteerism and personal service. Village Summit provides tutoring groups, meals, field trips, resume/job tips and many other positive activities. Village Summit also houses a community garden.
Join us Thursday August 5th to help out at Village Summit during their lunch program. Help clean, organize books, help with food and whatever else needs to be done!
www.villagesummit.org
Open Door Ministry
What: Open Door Ministry-Fellowship Lunch
When: Thursday, July 29- 12-1:30pm
Where: Central United Methodist Church
215 N. Capital Ave.
Lansing, MI
The Open Door Ministry of Downtown Lansing is housed at Central United Methodist Church. Its mission is to provide sustenance, counseling, assistance and love to those who find themselves in difficult circumstances and with few places to which they can turn. Its primary focus is on emergency or crisis situations.
Services Include:
Hospitality Suite
Showers/Laundry
Food Bank (Wednesdays & last Fridays)
Fellowship Lunch -- Thursdays 11:30-12:30
Storage of personal items
Clothing and Personal Needs Items
Ministry of Kindness -- Prescription help, bus pass, etc.
Volunteer Opportunities
Listening ear
Prayer Partner
Join us Thursday July 29th at Open Door Ministry's Fellowship Lunch. Help serve, enjoy a meal, share stories and help clean up!
*Donations of clothing and hygiene items are always appreciated.
When: Thursday, July 29- 12-1:30pm
Where: Central United Methodist Church
215 N. Capital Ave.
Lansing, MI
The Open Door Ministry of Downtown Lansing is housed at Central United Methodist Church. Its mission is to provide sustenance, counseling, assistance and love to those who find themselves in difficult circumstances and with few places to which they can turn. Its primary focus is on emergency or crisis situations.
Services Include:
Hospitality Suite
Showers/Laundry
Food Bank (Wednesdays & last Fridays)
Fellowship Lunch -- Thursdays 11:30-12:30
Storage of personal items
Clothing and Personal Needs Items
Ministry of Kindness -- Prescription help, bus pass, etc.
Volunteer Opportunities
Listening ear
Prayer Partner
Join us Thursday July 29th at Open Door Ministry's Fellowship Lunch. Help serve, enjoy a meal, share stories and help clean up!
*Donations of clothing and hygiene items are always appreciated.
Allen Neighborhood Center
What: Allen Neighborhood Center
When: Thursday, July 22nd- 12pm-1pm
Where: 1619 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI
Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) serves as a hub for neighborhood education and capacity building. They offer activities that promote the health, safety, and stability of families and neighborhoods on the Eastside of Lansing.
-Support for organized neighborhood groups: technical assistance, meeting space, use of copy machine and fax.
-A neighborhood-based, comprehensive information and referral service, linking residents to housing, health, and human service providers throughout the area.
-A local ‘learning space’ for residents of all ages, featuring a variety of classes and programs.
Join us on Thursday July 22 to learn about the Allen Neighborhood Center and help them fold, sort and organize their newsletter so it's ready for distribution.
When: Thursday, July 22nd- 12pm-1pm
Where: 1619 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI
Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) serves as a hub for neighborhood education and capacity building. They offer activities that promote the health, safety, and stability of families and neighborhoods on the Eastside of Lansing.
-Support for organized neighborhood groups: technical assistance, meeting space, use of copy machine and fax.
-A neighborhood-based, comprehensive information and referral service, linking residents to housing, health, and human service providers throughout the area.
-A local ‘learning space’ for residents of all ages, featuring a variety of classes and programs.
Join us on Thursday July 22 to learn about the Allen Neighborhood Center and help them fold, sort and organize their newsletter so it's ready for distribution.
Sparrow Superstars
What: Sparrow Superstars
When: Monday, July 19th- 7pm
Where: Marshall Field, Lansing- off Marshall Road between Oakland and Saginaw
Sparrow Superstars is a t-ball team for severely handicapped children in the Lansing area. Join us Monday night to 'buddy up' with a player and play as a team. Help them bat, run the bases, share many smiles and laughs. What a wonderful way to spend your Monday night!
You're help is greatly appreciated! If interested....please email Emily, mugerian14@gmail.com, so we have accurate numbers for this event.
*The Superstars have another game on Wednesday for anyone interested! Or feel free to stop by and cheer us on!
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Gateway Community Services
What: Gateway Community Services
When: Thursday July 15, 12pm -1:30pm
Where: 3240 South Waverly
Lansing, MI 48911
Gateway Community Services is a local non-profit organization that has been serving runaway, homeless, and struggling youth and their families since 1970 in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties. Our mission is to provide essential services to youth and families that both strengthen and empower them to become stable, self-sustaining members of our community. We do this through effective teamwork, leadership, accountability, mutual respect, and compassion.
Join us on Thursday July 15th at one of the Gateway shelters to help them clean out and organize their attic. Filled with donated clothing items, organization is key to getting these items to those in need!
When: Thursday July 15, 12pm -1:30pm
Where: 3240 South Waverly
Lansing, MI 48911
Gateway Community Services is a local non-profit organization that has been serving runaway, homeless, and struggling youth and their families since 1970 in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties. Our mission is to provide essential services to youth and families that both strengthen and empower them to become stable, self-sustaining members of our community. We do this through effective teamwork, leadership, accountability, mutual respect, and compassion.
Join us on Thursday July 15th at one of the Gateway shelters to help them clean out and organize their attic. Filled with donated clothing items, organization is key to getting these items to those in need!
Hosanna House of Michigan
What: Hosanna House of Michigan fundraising concert to benefit homeless youth.
When: Sunday July 11, 12pm-8pm
Where: Sir Pizza, Old Town
201 E. Grand River Ave.
Hosanna House provides housing and support to homeless youth in Michigan. Their mission is to assist and inspire homeless youth to become healthy, productive and successful young adults. Hosanna House is currently raising money to open 6 shelters in the next 3 years and needs your help!
Join us July 11th at a fundraising concert benefiting Hosanna House. Multiple bands, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, pizza, friends and fun!
$10 admission, benefiting Hosanna House.
Children free.
