A Summer of Service
By Cathleen | August 31, 2008
In June, Giving Circle Kids and the Old Presbyterian Meeting House teamed up on a Food Drive for ALIVE!’s Family Emergency Program. Kids donated and sorted 540 items from ALIVE’s shopping list, including canned tuna and meat, peanut butter, cereals and oatmeals, dried fruits, and other pantry staples. Participating kids were treated to a hands-on healthy cooking demonstration and snack with nutritionist Catherine Sumner.
In July, several Giving Circle members supported the ALIVE House summer camp initiative. Each year, children connected to ALIVE! House have the opportunity to attend a week-long camp in Virginia’s Northern Neck. Giving Circle members stepped in to help secure camp supplies for the children.
Members from the Community Service Committee worked to plan and manage the “Resource Family Barbecue and Magical Fun for All Ages.” This annual picnic supports local foster care families and foster children. The Giving Circle plans to be part of this event again next Summer – with member Gwen Cloutier taking the lead – and we are seeking help with implementation and sponsorship.
