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A regular, reliable income is essential for St Ann’s, enabling us to care for patients and their loved ones, like Joanna, both now and in the future. 🩵 One of the best ways to support us is through regular donations. This provides a stable income stream for the hospice, allowing us to plan more effectively, operate more efficiently, and help as many people as possible who are impacted by life-limiting illnesses. You can choose to donate monthly, quarterly, or annually, and the amount is entirely up to you. Learn more about regular giving and the difference you can make here: https://buff.ly/4f7zzTX

Excited to have the opportunity to volunteer with RMHC. Research indicates supporting the entire family during a child’s critical illness can improve resilience, reduce stress and enhance wellbeing for several crucial reasons: ✅  Emotional Well-Being: A child’s illness affects the entire family - parents, siblings, and extended family members experience stress, anxiety, and fear. ✅  Practical Assistance: Supporting the whole family enables the sharing of responsibilities to alleviate the daily burden of families managing critical illnesses. ✅ Financial Strain: Community resources, counselling, and financial aid can ease the burden of medical expenses. ✅ Sibling Support: Emotional support for siblings of critically ill children can ease related disruption and anxiety. ✅ Parental Health: Support for parents to assist in the maintenance of their own physical and mental health can assist in the provision of better care. ✅ Family Dynamics: Critical illnesses strain family relationships. Open communication, counselling, and support groups can help maintain healthy dynamics and ease the strain on family relationships. ✅ Child’s Recovery: Improved positive health outcomes have been linked to the provision of a supportive family environment. 

https://lnkd.in/dbctNznT Meet Maria, a resilient mother who faced the challenges of inadequate maternal healthcare. Her story mirrors countless others. Our Maternal HealthCare and Family Planning initiative saved Maria and many infants, but the need persists. With a goal to raise $1500, your support can make a lasting impact, ensuring mothers like Maria receive quality care and access to family planning resources. Maria's transformed journey echoes the potential for change in every woman's life. Join us in creating a healthier future for mothers and children. Your donation isn't just a number; it's a lifeline. Act now to fund essential healthcare, empower families, and build a community where every birth is a celebration. Be the change – donate to our cause and help us reach our $1500 goal.

National Diaper Need Awareness Week is September 18 – 24, 2023, and draws attention to the issue of diaper need in the U.S. A signature initiative of the National Diaper Bank Network launched in 2012, the National Diaper Need Awareness Week provides individuals, organizations, communities, and elected officials the opportunity to engage in real talk and simple actions. By working together we can ensure that all babies have access to clean diapers and other basic necessities required for them to thrive and reach their full potential. One in two U.S. families struggles to provide enough diapers to keep a baby or toddler clean, dry, and healthy. Here are a few things you can do to participate: - Host a diaper drive and donate to your favorite nonprofit organization, such as The Treehouse. - The Treehouse is always in need of size 4, 5 and 6 diapers. - Request proclamations from elected officials. - Engage in Real Talk on social media via #EndDiaperNeed and #BasicsArentBasic - Make a donation to NDBN and/or a local diaper program.

🌟 Giving Tuesday: Join Hands with Backpack Buddies ATL to Nourish Dreams 🌟 🍎 Why Your Help Matters? Every weekend, many children in our community face hunger. Backpack Buddies ATL steps in to fill this gap by providing nutritious meals. Your support can bring smiles and hope to these young lives. 💰 How Your Donation Makes an Impact: Just $180 can feed a child every weekend of the school year – that's less than $5 per weekend or about 75 cents per meal! Whether it's a one-time donation or a recurring contribution, every dollar counts. 🤝 Be a Part of the Change: Your donation is more than just a number; it's a lifeline for a child who needs it. You can also donate in honor of someone special, making your gift a tribute to kindness and compassion.

Did you know that 1 in 2 U.S. families with young children struggle to afford diapers? We're working to #EndDiaperNeed, during National Diaper Need Awareness Week and beyond! ChildStrive accepts donations of new, unopened diapers and pull-ups in all sizes, with our biggest needs being sizes 3 – 6. We also accept unopened baby wipes, diaper creams, and other items associated with diapering. There are several ways to provide this resource to families: shop and drop off, host an online donation drive, or make a financial donation. Learn more at childstrive.org/give, under in-kind giving.

Heartbreaking fact: Every single minute, 33 children are born into the harsh reality of hunger. According to a recent report by Save the Children, published on November 21st, 2023, there has been a staggering 20% increase in child hunger over the last decade. This alarming rise emphasizes the critical need for action NOW. More children than ever are at risk of starvation, underscoring the vital importance of programs like ours. Our feeding initiative is a lifeline for these young souls, ensuring not just survival but the chance for a brighter future. But, we can't do it alone. We need YOUR support to make a meaningful impact. By contributing to our feeding program, you become a beacon of hope for those in need. Join us in making a difference! Click the link below to learn more about how your donation can be a lifeline for these children. https://lnkd.in/ddtgmK3W

🌟 Let's make a difference together! Did you know that 50% of families with infants struggle to afford clean diapers? It's a simple necessity that many are forced to go without. This month, I'm on a mission to ensure every baby has a clean and dry bum! But we need your support to make it happen. Here's how you can join the cause: 1️⃣ Drop: If you're local, we're collecting items Sunday, April 14 between 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Every donation counts! 2️⃣ Donate: Can't make it in person? No problem! You can contribute financially to support the Diaper Bank. Our goal is to raise $1,000 and every dollar brings us closer to reaching this goal. You can donate securely here: https://lnkd.in/etYAW4pC 3️⃣ Purchase: Prefer to shop online? We've got you covered! Check out our Amazon wishlist https://lnkd.in/effcYfRm where you can select items that will ship directly to the Diaper Bank of Northeast Florida. It's an easy way to make a big difference! Together, let's ensure every baby gets the care they deserve. Your support means the world to us! #DiaperDrive #CommunitySupport #MakingADifference

Investment in the future. A worthy endeavor.

Did you know that with your donations, you can save the lives of many mothers and their babies? Let's make the change that the mothers and babies of Atlanta deserve! Dare to discover Warm Embraces and change the lives of extraordinary women waiting for your love and support. https://lnkd.in/dXpYm5pp #GivingBackATL #MomLifeBalance #PrenatalWellness #InfantHealth #CommunitySupportATL