Our Dear Friends,
We have been so uplifted by our experiences with Wilson Family Charity this year. It has been a LOT of work, but such a blessing to work beside our friends and neighbors in serving others. We are so looking forward to meeting with 85 incredible people who have volunteered to work beside our family this Saturday at Feed My Starving Children.
Though I would not say that our little charity will be over after this event, I will say that we need a season to step back from these major projects. Rather than coordinating these types of events, we'll simply participate in events organized by others.
There is so much going on in our personal lives that I could not have foreseen at the beginning of the year. We are facing some challenges that need our attention, and children who need attention and love at this time to reassure them. We will still provide service, but in smaller and more simple ways. For a season.
I still have big plans in mind. I do want to start posts each week highlighting charity work and those doing it, and including how-to's for those who want to do more but aren't sure how to proceed. I want to coordinate more events, and spread the joy of service to as many people as I can. I want to encourage people everywhere to be the difference they want to see in the world.
And I know the day will come that the time will be right to press forward in these endeavors once again.
In the meantime I offer my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all who have made a difference in the lives of people who needed you. I thank you for supporting us in our efforts to do good. I hope and pray that you will continue to find opportunities to serve. (I know you will.) And I wish you the best in all you do.
With much love,
Kristin Wilson and family
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Friday, November 4, 2011
Deadline is here! Register now.
Hello Friends,
Just a friendly reminder to please register now for Feed My Starving Children with Wilson Family Charity on November 12th, 2-4 PM. We still have about 35 open spots. We would absolutely LOVE to know that we filled them all with volunteers, but if we cannot, we will need to release our remaining spots this weekend so that others can hopefully fill in.
If you can make the sacrifice to be there, we guarantee you:
1. a fabulous experience,
2. a great feeling knowing you've made a positive impact in the world, and
3. a special homebaked bribe (and the Wilsons are known for our mad baking skills).
You can reply to this post, send an email to wilsonfamilycharity@gmail.com, or go online to volunteer.fmsc.org and use join code 131394.
Hope to see you next week at FMSC!
Best,
Dave, Kristin, Kate, Emma, Anne, Tommy, and Lucy Wilson
PS Remember, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here, donate online here, or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here. Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
Just a friendly reminder to please register now for Feed My Starving Children with Wilson Family Charity on November 12th, 2-4 PM. We still have about 35 open spots. We would absolutely LOVE to know that we filled them all with volunteers, but if we cannot, we will need to release our remaining spots this weekend so that others can hopefully fill in.
If you can make the sacrifice to be there, we guarantee you:
1. a fabulous experience,
2. a great feeling knowing you've made a positive impact in the world, and
3. a special homebaked bribe (and the Wilsons are known for our mad baking skills).
You can reply to this post, send an email to wilsonfamilycharity@gmail.com, or go online to volunteer.fmsc.org and use join code 131394.
Hope to see you next week at FMSC!
Best,
Dave, Kristin, Kate, Emma, Anne, Tommy, and Lucy Wilson
PS Remember, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here, donate online here, or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here. Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Register ASAP!
The latest email:
Hello again friends,
Just a friendly reminder to register ASAP for Feed My Starving Children on November 12th.
We have many spots left, surprising after the number of people who have previously expressed interest. We will put up a few fliers around town this weekend and accept registration until Saturday, November 5th, or until all spots are filled, whichever comes first. If we have any open spots after November 5th we will release those for the public.
Feel free to pass this on to any friends or family. And as we've recently learned that each volunteer packs approximately $52 worth of food in one session, know that any donations you can make or solicit would be much appreciated on behalf of this fabulous organization which helps children across the globe.
Best,
The Wilsons
PS Here are the details from the previous email in case you missed it:
The mission of Feed My Starving Children is "Feeding God’s Starving Children Hungry in Body and Spirit." FMSC brings volunteers into their facility to pack specially formulated food for hungry children all over the world. It is such an inspiring and fun experience to be there, and to feel a part of something so good. My children have so enjoyed their experiences with uplifting music, good hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone in need. From the history on the FMSC website I'm so grateful to learn that this organization is growing: "In 2003 FMSC produced 3 million meals with one packing site and 17,000 volunteers. By 2010 FMSC produced over 124 million meals with 6 permanent packing sites, and a nationwide MobilePackTM program, and more than 515,000 volunteers." Volunteers are critical, and here is your chance to be one!
Wilson Family Charity has reserved all 90 spots for Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM at 555 Exchange Court, Aurora. Due to age requirements (see guidelines below), we will fill 5 spots with Wilsons. The first 85 of you to contact me and reserve your spots can secure the rest. Feel free to pass this message on to others, and invite your friends to come, while adhering to the child-adult ratios:
Grade 10-12: 5 students to 1 adult
Grade 7-9: 4 students to 1 adult
Grade 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
Grade K-2: 1 student to 1 adult
In addition, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here: http://www.fmsc.org/document.doc?id=17, donate online here: https://www.fmsc.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=235 and or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here: http://www.fmsc.org/ Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
Hello again friends,
Just a friendly reminder to register ASAP for Feed My Starving Children on November 12th.
We have many spots left, surprising after the number of people who have previously expressed interest. We will put up a few fliers around town this weekend and accept registration until Saturday, November 5th, or until all spots are filled, whichever comes first. If we have any open spots after November 5th we will release those for the public.
Feel free to pass this on to any friends or family. And as we've recently learned that each volunteer packs approximately $52 worth of food in one session, know that any donations you can make or solicit would be much appreciated on behalf of this fabulous organization which helps children across the globe.
Best,
The Wilsons
PS Here are the details from the previous email in case you missed it:
The mission of Feed My Starving Children is "Feeding God’s Starving Children Hungry in Body and Spirit." FMSC brings volunteers into their facility to pack specially formulated food for hungry children all over the world. It is such an inspiring and fun experience to be there, and to feel a part of something so good. My children have so enjoyed their experiences with uplifting music, good hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone in need. From the history on the FMSC website I'm so grateful to learn that this organization is growing: "In 2003 FMSC produced 3 million meals with one packing site and 17,000 volunteers. By 2010 FMSC produced over 124 million meals with 6 permanent packing sites, and a nationwide MobilePackTM program, and more than 515,000 volunteers." Volunteers are critical, and here is your chance to be one!
Wilson Family Charity has reserved all 90 spots for Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM at 555 Exchange Court, Aurora. Due to age requirements (see guidelines below), we will fill 5 spots with Wilsons. The first 85 of you to contact me and reserve your spots can secure the rest. Feel free to pass this message on to others, and invite your friends to come, while adhering to the child-adult ratios:
Grade 10-12: 5 students to 1 adult
Grade 7-9: 4 students to 1 adult
Grade 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
Grade K-2: 1 student to 1 adult
In addition, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here: http://www.fmsc.org/document.doc?id=17, donate online here: https://www.fmsc.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=235 and or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here: http://www.fmsc.org/ Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Feed My Starving Children: November 12th from 2-4 PM
Hello Friends,
In just over three weeks Wilson Family Charity will be hosting a session over at the remarkable Feed My Starving Children in Aurora. I know many of you are already familiar with this organization and will make the effort to join us. If you have never been and can make time for it, PLEASE come. You will be so glad that you did.
The mission of Feed My Starving Children is "Feeding God’s Starving Children Hungry in Body and Spirit." FMSC brings volunteers into their facility to pack specially formulated food for hungry children all over the world. It is such an inspiring and fun experience to be there, and to feel a part of something so good. My children have so enjoyed their experiences with uplifting music, good hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone in need. From the history on the FMSC website I'm so grateful to learn that this organization is growing: "In 2003 FMSC produced 3 million meals with one packing site and 17,000 volunteers. By 2010 FMSC produced over 124 million meals with 6 permanent packing sites, and a nationwide MobilePackTM program, and more than 515,000 volunteers." Volunteers are critical, and here is your chance to be one!
Wilson Family Charity has reserved all 90 spots for Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM at 555 Exchange Court, Aurora. Due to age requirements (see guidelines below), we will fill 5 spots with Wilsons. The first 85 of you to contact me and reserve your spots can secure the rest. Feel free to pass this message on to others, and invite your friends to come, while adhering to the child-adult ratios:
Grade 10-12: 5 students to 1 adult
Grade 7-9: 4 students to 1 adult
Grade 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
Grade K-2: 1 student to 1 adult
In addition, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here: http://www.fmsc.org/document.doc?id=17, donate online here: https://www.fmsc.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=235 and or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here: http://www.fmsc.org/ Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
November is a great month to give thanks, and what better way to give thanks than to share of our time and abundance?
Best,
The Wilsons
In just over three weeks Wilson Family Charity will be hosting a session over at the remarkable Feed My Starving Children in Aurora. I know many of you are already familiar with this organization and will make the effort to join us. If you have never been and can make time for it, PLEASE come. You will be so glad that you did.
The mission of Feed My Starving Children is "Feeding God’s Starving Children Hungry in Body and Spirit." FMSC brings volunteers into their facility to pack specially formulated food for hungry children all over the world. It is such an inspiring and fun experience to be there, and to feel a part of something so good. My children have so enjoyed their experiences with uplifting music, good hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone in need. From the history on the FMSC website I'm so grateful to learn that this organization is growing: "In 2003 FMSC produced 3 million meals with one packing site and 17,000 volunteers. By 2010 FMSC produced over 124 million meals with 6 permanent packing sites, and a nationwide MobilePackTM program, and more than 515,000 volunteers." Volunteers are critical, and here is your chance to be one!
Wilson Family Charity has reserved all 90 spots for Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM at 555 Exchange Court, Aurora. Due to age requirements (see guidelines below), we will fill 5 spots with Wilsons. The first 85 of you to contact me and reserve your spots can secure the rest. Feel free to pass this message on to others, and invite your friends to come, while adhering to the child-adult ratios:
Grade 10-12: 5 students to 1 adult
Grade 7-9: 4 students to 1 adult
Grade 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
Grade K-2: 1 student to 1 adult
In addition, we will be doing our best to cover costs of the food we pack...meaning, if you come and are able to afford it, please bring donations! And if you cannot attend but have the means to donate, please do! Find a donation flyer here: http://www.fmsc.org/document.doc?id=17, donate online here: https://www.fmsc.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=235 and or learn more on the general website for Feed My Starving Children here: http://www.fmsc.org/ Consider posting a request for donations to your facebook page, or sending an email to friends or family. Donations are tax-deductible. If you don't mind keeping track of any money you bring in and letting me know, I will be able to total it up and see if we can make the goal of covering costs.
November is a great month to give thanks, and what better way to give thanks than to share of our time and abundance?
Best,
The Wilsons
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
One more week!
Hello Friends,
Hope this finds you all well! Though my lofty goals for keeping a running tab on donations did not materialize through a vacation, the start of school and activities, houseguests, and a new puppy, we have still been collecting! Today I met with a group of wonderful 8-11 year old girls to put together kits from what we have so far.
We are 29 100-page notebooks shy of the fillings for 47 completed kits, with a start on about 5-10 more. We have quite a few standard pencils and scissors, but could use a few more rulers, pencil sharpeners, 12-packs of colored pencils, and erasers, along with more notebooks. Of course, we'll still take anything you have already collected as any surplus and/or items not found on the list that we receive will be donated to the Office Max school supplies drive.
The notebook requirement calls for 450 pages in no more than 6 notebooks. We've found that generally speaking, the best value is found by grouping 5 70-page notebooks (I found them for a quarter each at Target today) with 1 100-page or 120-page notebook, but other combinations are acceptable (ie 3 80-page notebooks with 3 70-page notebooks or 3 150-page notebooks).
We have three completed sewn bags, with a commitment for about 20 more. If anyone knows how to sew and would like to help we would love it! I also have a sewing machine I can lend out (as I don't actually know how to sew).
Also, for the last week (beginning Thursday, September 8th) there will be an additional collection bin located through the front doors of Steeple Run Elementary School across from the "I Forgot" bins, along with the bin in front of my home.
Just a reminder that the kits we are putting together include the following:
• 4 pencils (unsharpened)
• 1 box pre-sharpened or unsharpened assorted colored pencils
(approx. 7” long, approx. 12 pencils/box)
• 1 pencil sharpener
• 1 rubber pencil eraser (approx 1" x 2")
• 1 straight edge ruler - 12 inches, with metric
• 1 pair of blunt-nosed scissors (metal blades)
• Glued or spiral bound notebooks or letter size legal pads, with lined sheets. Include enough notebooks/pads to total approximately 450 sheets (Please do not include more than 6 notebooks/pads). Sheet sizes 8 1/2" x 11", 8" x 10 1/2", 8 1/2" x 11 3/4" are acceptable.
Thanks for your help!
The Wilsons
PS Mark your calendar for Feed My Starving Children on Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM.
Hope this finds you all well! Though my lofty goals for keeping a running tab on donations did not materialize through a vacation, the start of school and activities, houseguests, and a new puppy, we have still been collecting! Today I met with a group of wonderful 8-11 year old girls to put together kits from what we have so far.
We are 29 100-page notebooks shy of the fillings for 47 completed kits, with a start on about 5-10 more. We have quite a few standard pencils and scissors, but could use a few more rulers, pencil sharpeners, 12-packs of colored pencils, and erasers, along with more notebooks. Of course, we'll still take anything you have already collected as any surplus and/or items not found on the list that we receive will be donated to the Office Max school supplies drive.
The notebook requirement calls for 450 pages in no more than 6 notebooks. We've found that generally speaking, the best value is found by grouping 5 70-page notebooks (I found them for a quarter each at Target today) with 1 100-page or 120-page notebook, but other combinations are acceptable (ie 3 80-page notebooks with 3 70-page notebooks or 3 150-page notebooks).
We have three completed sewn bags, with a commitment for about 20 more. If anyone knows how to sew and would like to help we would love it! I also have a sewing machine I can lend out (as I don't actually know how to sew).
Also, for the last week (beginning Thursday, September 8th) there will be an additional collection bin located through the front doors of Steeple Run Elementary School across from the "I Forgot" bins, along with the bin in front of my home.
Just a reminder that the kits we are putting together include the following:
• 4 pencils (unsharpened)
• 1 box pre-sharpened or unsharpened assorted colored pencils
(approx. 7” long, approx. 12 pencils/box)
• 1 pencil sharpener
• 1 rubber pencil eraser (approx 1" x 2")
• 1 straight edge ruler - 12 inches, with metric
• 1 pair of blunt-nosed scissors (metal blades)
• Glued or spiral bound notebooks or letter size legal pads, with lined sheets. Include enough notebooks/pads to total approximately 450 sheets (Please do not include more than 6 notebooks/pads). Sheet sizes 8 1/2" x 11", 8" x 10 1/2", 8 1/2" x 11 3/4" are acceptable.
Thanks for your help!
The Wilsons
PS Mark your calendar for Feed My Starving Children on Saturday, November 12th from 2-4 PM.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
So much for weekly updates!
With a last hurrah of summer week in Michigan and the start of a new school year weekly updates have just not been practical. However, we are now in the swing of things a little bit better so I should be on top of things from here on out.
I am taking inventory today on what has already been donated. I know there are others who have been collecting but have not yet dropped off their items. (Don't worry as there is plenty of time left.) Thanks for your help!
By the end of the day tomorrow I should have another email out including information about additional drop-off sites and preliminary information regarding Feed My Starving Children in November.
Doesn't it make you feel better to do something which helps someone else?
I am taking inventory today on what has already been donated. I know there are others who have been collecting but have not yet dropped off their items. (Don't worry as there is plenty of time left.) Thanks for your help!
By the end of the day tomorrow I should have another email out including information about additional drop-off sites and preliminary information regarding Feed My Starving Children in November.
Doesn't it make you feel better to do something which helps someone else?
Sunday, July 31, 2011
It's time to collect those school supplies!
This is tonight's email:
Hello Friends!
I'm so sad that it is almost time to go back to school. There is nothing better than summer with all of my children home with me every day.
Back to school means new pencils with perfect erasers and empty notebooks waiting to be filled. While running your regular errands please consider picking up some extra supplies to ensure that children in need can receive proper tools for learning. There are great sales going on at places like Target, Staples, Office Depot, Walgreens, and Walmart.
Just a reminder that kits for LDS Philanthropies include:
School Kit
• 4 pencils (unsharpened)
• 1 box pre-sharpened or unsharpened assorted colored pencils
(approx. 7” long, approx. 12 pencils/box)
• 1 pencil sharpener
• 1 rubber pencil eraser (approx 1" x 2")
• 1 straight edge ruler - 12 inches, with metric
• 1 pair of blunt-nosed scissors (metal blades)
• Glued or spiral bound notebooks or letter size legal pads, with lined sheets. Include enough notebooks/pads to total approximately 450 sheets (Please do not include more than 6 notebooks/pads). Sheet sizes 8 1/2" x 11", 8" x 10 1/2", 8 1/2" x 11 3/4" are acceptable.
• 1 durable cloth bag made of heavy fabric (See cloth bag guidelines below)
Please donate according to the list, or consider a donation of money towards completing partial kits or time to sew bags and assemble the kits.
There will be a bin on my porch from tomorrow until September 15th. You do not need to donate full kits. You may choose to purchase just one item. I will keep a running tally on our site (wilsonfamilycharity.blogspot.com) of what has been donated. I'll also send emails each week including those totals.
Thanks for your help in this project!
Warmly,
The Wilson Family
PS Please contact me if you would like to be removed from this list, or if you have a friend that would like to be added to the email list.
Hello Friends!
I'm so sad that it is almost time to go back to school. There is nothing better than summer with all of my children home with me every day.
Back to school means new pencils with perfect erasers and empty notebooks waiting to be filled. While running your regular errands please consider picking up some extra supplies to ensure that children in need can receive proper tools for learning. There are great sales going on at places like Target, Staples, Office Depot, Walgreens, and Walmart.
Just a reminder that kits for LDS Philanthropies include:
School Kit
• 4 pencils (unsharpened)
• 1 box pre-sharpened or unsharpened assorted colored pencils
(approx. 7” long, approx. 12 pencils/box)
• 1 pencil sharpener
• 1 rubber pencil eraser (approx 1" x 2")
• 1 straight edge ruler - 12 inches, with metric
• 1 pair of blunt-nosed scissors (metal blades)
• Glued or spiral bound notebooks or letter size legal pads, with lined sheets. Include enough notebooks/pads to total approximately 450 sheets (Please do not include more than 6 notebooks/pads). Sheet sizes 8 1/2" x 11", 8" x 10 1/2", 8 1/2" x 11 3/4" are acceptable.
• 1 durable cloth bag made of heavy fabric (See cloth bag guidelines below)
Please donate according to the list, or consider a donation of money towards completing partial kits or time to sew bags and assemble the kits.
There will be a bin on my porch from tomorrow until September 15th. You do not need to donate full kits. You may choose to purchase just one item. I will keep a running tally on our site (wilsonfamilycharity.blogspot.com) of what has been donated. I'll also send emails each week including those totals.
Thanks for your help in this project!
Warmly,
The Wilson Family
PS Please contact me if you would like to be removed from this list, or if you have a friend that would like to be added to the email list.
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