SUPPORT YOUR FAVORITE CHARITY WHILE
YOU VACATION IN PARADISE
Enjoy the sun and fun of a Caribbean vacation and give to your
favorite charity while doing it? Seems too good to be true…but it
isn’t. When you rent this beautiful villa at Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico
20% of your rental price is donated to the charity of your choice….a
guaranteed guilt free way to have the vacation of your dreams and
support causes you believe in.
You will be living in a luxurious three bedroom Mediterranean style villa
in a private gated community. You can walk along the beach, relax by the pool,
play tennis or simply float down the lazy river and have then dinner at the
restaurant by the sea. Enjoy shopping for local arts and crafts in the city of Old San Juan
or spend the day golfing on championship courses nearby. Be as active or relaxed as
you desire…your choice.
Check out the details here: http://www.paradisevillapr.com/charity.html
You can also charter sailboat rentals in the Caribbean and the same 20% donation applies to your charter price.
For more info contact: abusybair@aol.com.
Put yourself and your favorite charity first for your winter get away this year.
A.I.M. – Aid to Incarcerated Mothers
AIM is not-for-profit grassroots organization with a 25 year history of providing comprehensive services to mothers
in and out of prison in the greater Boston, Massachusetts area. AIM's clients are racially and ethnically diverse:
48% African-America, 38% white, 12% Latino, and 2% others. Since its inception in 1980, AIM has successfully
operated family visitation to prisons; conducted legal training on child custody and visitation workshops,
conducted legal training on domestic violence and sexual assault workshop, ran legal information clinic;
and operated a re-entry program to mothers while in prison. Upon release from prison, AIM services to
clients include intensive case management, clinical and support services provided or supervised by a
staff psychiatrist and psychologist, family therapy, legal advocacy on child custody, visitation and
domestic violence/sexual assault issues and HIV/AIDs education and prevention. Their mission is to preserve
family relationships between incarcerated mothers and their children and to equip them to make the necessary
transition to a full rewarding life.
For more information go to www.aim-mass.org or call 617-536-0058
Arts Alliance
The Arts Alliance is a non-profit arts agency chartered to bring a rich
variety of arts and educational programs to the Massachusetts communities
of Hudson and Marlborough. What began in 1988 as a group of parents and
teachers coming together to increase cultural programming in the schools
is today a program that offers children, youth and adults a full spectrum
of the arts.
Managed by a staff of three, a board of directors, and a wonderful cadre
of volunteers, the Arts Alliance is supported by over 350 members including
individuals, families, organizations and businesses from 25 area communities.
Additional financial support comes from grants, business and corporate contributions
and city and town support.
Specifically the Alliance works to:
- Inspire keener interest in all aspects of the arts
- Foster understanding and appreciation of all cultural diversity
- Integrate the arts into community life
- Encourage the enjoyment of the arts in everyday life
The Arts Alliance has been recognized state wide with the Commonwealth
Award for its "outstanding work in fostering the development of community
cultural activities and arts in education programs that have broadened cultural
opportunities and the quality of life for area residents."
For more information you can go to their web site at
www.upwitharts.org
The Arts Alliance would love to hear from you:
Arts Alliance
155 Apsley Street
Hudson MA 01749
(978) 562-1646
arts_alliance@upwitharts.org
Jan Patterson, Executive Director
Barbara Worrest, Program Director
Laueren Keenan-Aradi, Program
Bequia Sunshine Project
The Bequia Sunshine Project, a College of William and Mary student-led, international service
learning trip was established to address both the superficial and underlying educational
needs in Bequia - one of the St. Vincent and Grenadines islands. This small 5 ˝ mile long
island’s drastic needs, like many other Caribbean islands, are often overlooked, due to
its small population and poor economy. The trip involves two weeks of tutoring children,
both at the Sunshine School (for kids with special needs) and at the Bequia Community
High School, as well as running after school activities. This year, the fourteen
students who will return to Bequia have included an additional goal: to paint the
interior of the Bequia Community High School. The natural beauty of the island is
astounding and stands in stark contrast to the currently dilapidated and derelict
conditions of the school. The students have a hard time focusing on their studies in
this run-down environment. The William and Mary students hope that painting the school
with the Bequia high school students, will instill a sense of pride and grant the
students a new appreciation for their education.
For more information please visit:
our video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0tL1GftQBU
or our website: http://bequiasunshineproject.googlepages.com
Bodanna
Bodanna is a nonprofit social purpose business that produces handmade
ceramics crafted by gifted young adults from low-income communities in New
York City. Beyond a paycheck, Bodanna provides jobs that develop foundational
skills in creative problem solving, critical thinking, discipline, and communication
– tools that lead to long term self-sufficiency. The centerpiece of their
efforts is the apprenticeship program. They currently employ 10 young adults,
ages 17 through 22. Working 30 – 35 hours a week, apprentices are involved
in all aspects of the business from conducting market research, product
development, production and retail store operations.
First Year (Apprentice Level)
The first twelve months are dedicated to learning core ceramic production
techniques: hand building, wheel-throwing and casting. Mastering ceramics
techniques requires attention to detail, patience and discipline. In the
process of learning to craft products for sale, the apprentices develop
these critical skills. Bodanna’s business operations serve as a real-life
tool to teach entrepreneurship. In addition to the day-to-day retail store
operations, each apprentice is assigned to work in a component of the business:
Store Operations Management, Production Scheduling/Tracking, Product Development,
Materials Handling/Processing, Adults Classes and Internet Operations. Apprentices
also manage wholesale and special order customer accounts, overseeing product
development, prototype development, production and delivery. In commitment
to the apprentices’ educational future, Bodanna offers flexible work schedules
to enable them to earn their high school diploma or GED certificate. Apprentices
who complete one year at Bodanna receive $1500 scholarship that can be used
to further schooling or launch an entrepreneurial venture.
Second Year (Associate Level)
After completing the one-year program, apprentices may be invited to spend
a second year at Bodanna with a promotion to the associate level. The second
year at Bodanna is spent honing ceramics techniques learned in the first
year and expanding business responsibilities. The last few months of the
second year are spent preparing for a graduation show. Associates develop
and produce ceramic pieces around a theme. Associates are awarded an additional
$2500 scholarship at the end of their second year.
You Can Help
Bodanna is funded through donations from individuals, grants from foundations,
sales of their work and pottery classes offered to the community. Over the
next year, they plan to expand their capacity to serve more apprentices
and expand the services they offer them. To do so, they need your help.
Your donation of time, money and purchases of Bodanna products are critical
in supporting our organization.
Volunteer
Bodanna needs volunteers to share their professional expertise in ceramics,
design, sculpture, marketing, public relations, retail, product development,
web design and web development.
Donate
Your financial contributions (all tax deductible) are instrumental in covering
specific program related expenses such as instruction, equipment, and materials
and general operating expenses. To make a donation online please go to www.bodanna.org.
To make a donation by check, please mail donation to:
Bodanna
125 East 7th Street
New York, NY 10009
Shop Bodanna
Browse their home décor, tableware and desk accessories collections. Great
for your home or office – and for gifts. Their distinctive gift box and
shipping services make a gift from Bodanna a convenient and wonderful way
to give a gift and give back – go to www.bodanna.org
or buy the
raspberry
and gun metal grey belly vase.
Take a Class
Learn to throw pots, cups, and bowls on the potter’s wheel or through various
handbuilding techniques.
For more information:
Margo Wright
Executive Director
Bodanna Inc
125 East 7th
(between Avenue A and 1st Avenue)
New York, New York 10009
212-388-0078 ph
212-388-0068 fax
Margo@bodanna.org
www.bodanna.org
Calvary Women’s Services
For 25 years Calvary Women’s Services has fulfilled their mission to offer “a safe, caring
place for tonight; support, hope and change for tomorrow.” They provide homeless women in
Washington, DC with safe housing, personal care, and practical support while they work to
make positive changes in their lives. Calvary believes that although she may face many
challenges – including domestic violence, mental illness, substance addiction, and chronic
illnesses – every woman has gifts and strengths she can build on to be successful. They
know that by keeping their programs small, they can meet each woman as an individual,
support her as she works to achieve her goals, and empower her to take control of her
own life.
To volunteer or learn more please call 202-548-0595
Address: 110 Maryland Avenue NE #103; Washington, DC 20002
Website: www.calvaryservices.org
Club Passim
Passim Folk Music and Cultural Center is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to the
cultivation and preservation of folk music. Through its diverse programming – Club Passim,
the Passim School of Music, Archive Project, and Culture for Kids–Passim Center reaches out
to people of all ages, backgrounds, and communities. Celebrating its 50th Anniversary in
2008, Passim Center in Harvard Square has been a cornerstone of the arts community of New
England, fostering both performers and audiences alike.
For more information about Club
Passim go to www.passimcenter.org or call 617-491-2382. They are located at 26 Church Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
EarthWorks
EarthWorks is a non-profit organization working to create a healthier and more
sustainable environment in Greater Boston. Their Urban Orchards Program is a
greening and food production program that operates with local groups to plant,
maintain, and harvest fruit- and nut-bearing trees, shrubs, and vines on public land.
In the Urban Wilds Program they partner with the Boston Parks Department to ecologically
restore city-owned natural areas. Their Outdoor Classrooms Program provides
environmental education to Boston public school children by using schoolyard orchards
as learning space. The Setback Tree Project is a one-year pilot program focused in
Jamaica Plain, MA working to plant trees on private property near public right of
ways for communal benefits, such as shade and street beautification. Their calendar
offers opportunities to experience the natural world in Boston through nature walks,
volunteer learn-and-serve work sessions, and bike rides.
For more information go to
www.earthworksboston.org
Groundwork Somerville
The mission of Groundwork Somerville is “to bring about the sustained revitalization,
improvement and management of the physical environment by developing community-based
partnerships, which empower people, businesses and organization to promote environmental,
economic and social well-being.” One of their programs is Growing Healthy Gardens. Located
on reclaimed pavement or previously abandoned areas within school grounds, the Growing
Healthy Gardens have become sources for healthy cooking ingredients, environmental education,
and community building by encouraging youth, parent and community participation. City and
state budget cuts over the past few years have eliminated positions for environmental
education. Groundwork Somerville (GWS) helps to fill that void.
To learn more please call 617-628-9988
Address: 408 Highland Avenue; Somerville, MA 02144
Website www.GroundworkSomerville.org
The Guild Dancers, Inc.
The Guild Dancers, Inc., located in Lunenburg, Massachusetts is a nonprofit center for dance.
They maintain a small family feeling of about 80 students with coed classes ranging from
second grade through adult. Since 1981, the Guild has dedicated itself to the technical and
creative growth of its dancers, to performances of professional excellence, and to art in
community. The vision of the Guild is that of spirit sharing – soul to soul – through the
art of dance.
For information about joining the Guild Dancers, call the studio, aka, "the Barn" at
978 582-6302 or visit their website
www.theguilddancers.blogspot.com.
The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society
The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society in Salisbury, Massachusetts is a
nationally-recognized, non-profit volunteer organization committed to
ensuring the health andwelfare of feral and domestic cats and kittens by promoting proactive,
compassionate, no-kill programs. Since 1992, MRFRS has adopted out 13,800
cats and kittens, spayed/neutered 6,800 feral cats, and sterilized 1,000
cats through their low-cost programs. MRFRS adopted out 262 cats and kittens
into homes during a three-month stretch in the summer of 2007, the second
best performance since its inception. MRFRS has more than 270 volunteers who
collectively log more than 540 hours a week.
For more information, please
call 978-462-0760 or visit www.mrfrs.org
Neighborhood Bike Works
Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW) is a non-profit organization in Philadelphia,
PA that promotes youth development by offering educational, recreational
and career-building opportunities through bicycling. NBW provides hands-on
classes in bicycle maintenance, repair and safety using recycled bicycles
donated by the community. They promote cycling as a healthy, environmentally-friendly
form of transportation.
Programs for Youth and CommunitiesThe basic Earn a Bike classes teach
bike repair and safety in 14 after school sessions or in a two week summer
day camp. Environmental awareness, fitness, nutrition and effective urban
cycling are taught in classes that combine written work and hands-on lessons.
Students earn hours toward a helmet, lock and bicycle which they have chosen
and reconditioned.
Graduates can take part in a range of other activities, including:
- Attending drop-in workshops to maintain their bikes or earn more
hours for parts and tools.
- Taking part in advanced classes in mechanics and cycling skills.
- Helping to teach new students and plan trips and activities.
- Joining NBW on rides, field trips and other events in and around
the city.
If you are in the Philadelphia area Bike Works staff and students provide
many services for community groups:
- Bike safety checks at block parties and other events which includes
a written evaluation of each bike and small repairs on the spot.
- Supervised bike parking for schools, bike races and other events.
- Ready to Ride bike safety workshops for schools and youth groups.
For adults in the community:
- The Bike Church, an adult repair co-op similar to the youth drop-ins.
- Surplus parts and parts available for a donation.
- Evening classes in repair and safe cycling.
Want to get more involved with this great organization? You can
join, take a class, sponsor an activity, volunteer, donate bikes or tools
or make a donation. Please check out their
bracelets
made from bicycle parts. Your help will make a difference on young lives
in Philadelphia.
Want to start a NBW in your town? Call Andy Dyson, NBW Director at
215-386-0316 or andy@neighborhoodbikeworks.org
for help getting started. For lots more information go to
www.neighborhoodbikeworks.org
.
Parker School
Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School in Devens, MA is a six-year public secondary school of choice open to all residents of Massachusetts in grades seven through twelve. One of Massachusetts’ first charter schools, Parker was started in 1995 by area parents and teachers committed to the principles of the Coalition of Essential Schools. The school was named after Francis W. Parker, the 19th century New England educator who is known as the father of American progressive education. The school enrolls 365 students from 40 towns in north central Massachusetts.
For more information go to www.parker.org.
Stop It Now!
Stop It Now! offers
adults nationwide the tools they need to prevent sexual abuse before a
child is harmed. They provide support, information and resources for
adults to take responsibility for creating safe communities. In
collaboration with a national network of community-based programs, they
reach out to adults who are concerned about their own or others'
sexualized behavior toward children. The confidential, national
toll-free Stop It Now! HELPLINE (1.888.PREVENT) provides support,
resources and referrals for anyone with questions or concerns about
child sexual abuse.
Address: 351 Pleasant Street Suite B319; Northampton, MA 01060
Website: www.stopitnow.org
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