Archive for September, 2009
Thoughts from Peggy
His words reminded me both of the work we do to support families and of the power we have as a Giving Circle to make real changes because we are working together.Fall is a busy time; how can each of us find a way to be involved in our community with everything else going on? Involvement can take many forms and flexibility is our hallmark. There is a lot to do, from participating in the Gifts Committee’s a fresh look at parental engagement needs in the community, to taking part in a service activity, to hosting a Giving Circle party and inviting friends to join our work.
Warm regards,
PS – And, speaking of full involvement, check out the story of our member, Brooke Curran, and how she has combined her passions for running and for helping others!
It’s that time of year again! Renewal letters are going out soon.
Fall is renewal season! Our goal is to raise $70,000 for this year’s priority gifts and we need your help to meet this goal. Renewing your membership now, in the fall, allows us to plan our giving for next year and announce our gifts in the spring.
You will receive your renewal letter in the first days of October. Please respond to your letter to renew your membership, renew right now online or at one of this fall’s membership parties.
Also, please mark your calendar now for our Fifth Year Anniversary Celebration on November 4th at the home of our founding member, Maria Hopper.
Any questions? Please email Sue Setliff and the membership team.
News from the Gift Committee
In addition, our Committee approved a recommendation for developmental gifts and we are very excited to share it with you! We have sent this recommendation to the Board and it will be coming to you soon in a separate announcement. Watch for this gift announcement because we would like and need to hear your comments on this recommendation. The Board’s final approval of the developmental gift recipients will be at its December 8, 2009 meeting.
We invite all Giving Circle members to attend Gift Committee meetings and to become a part of the gift process. In particular, if you are interested in serving on the subcommittee to evaluate priority gift possibilities, please contact Karen Snow or Peggy Stypula.
The next gift committee meeting is October 20, 2009 at 7 pm at City Hall.
Bring your kids to Sunday Fun Day – Raise Money & Have Fun!
Support Healthy Families Alexandria on Sunday Fun Day on October 18 from 3:30 to 6:30 pm at the Durant Center, 1605 Cameron Street in Old Town. This event is going to be a great time and will include:
- Magic show performed by St. Stephen’s St. Agnes’ students
- Performance by the Mad Scientist
- Games, pizza and more!
Registration is $10 per person in advance. Register now because space is limited. To register, telephone Sarah Clark at NVFS (703.219.2120) and provide your name, address, number of attendees and credit card information. Additional donations are gratefully accepted. Feel free to print a flyer for your church or school to help publicize this event.
See you on the 18th!
Celebrate Halloween with Giving Circle Families! Fun and Community Service for all Ages
Friday, October 30th
4:00 – 7:00pm
at the Home of Holly Sloan, Colby Smith and Weston
403 South Fairfax Street
Old Town Alexandria
Crafts, entertainment, dinner and raising spirits – community spirit, of course! Bring supplies for our new Playgroups Initiative with the Center for Alexandria’s Children. Check out the wish list below to see exactly what the playgroups need.
Costumes encouraged! Please RSVP to Holly Sloan.
Art Supplies
Assorted construction paper
Glue or glue sticks
Colored tissue paper
Washable paint
Cotton balls
Pipe cleaners
Stickers
Toys (new or, if easy to wash, gently used)
Dolls – culturally diverse
Trucks/cars/trains
Dishes (plastic)
Toy pots and pans
City/road mat
Doctor Kits
Farm Animals
Jungle Animals
Small doll house (opens)
Toy or real phones
Duplos
Tools/work bench (small)
Balls – Tennis balls, playground balls
Children’s Books (new or gently used)
Any good children’s books
Cleaning supplies
Clorox anywhere spray
Baby wipes
Grocery store or Target gift card for snack supplies
Giving Circle Members in Motion: Meet Brooke Sydnor Curran
Who is that woman running all over Alexandria? Even if you are not a runner yourself, you have probably seen Brooke Sydnor Curran out and about town. Brooke, a Giving Circle member since 2006, has found a way to use her passion for running in a way that benefits the community. Since the beginning of the year, Brooke has raised $15,000 towards a goal of $20,000 for the RunningBrooke Fund, an ACT donor advised fund. Let’s get to know Brooke and her work a little more. I promise it is worth the click! Read the rest of this entry »
