On July 4, Blossom kicked off its Summer Fundraising Campaign from Independence Day to Labor Day: symbolizing the importance of independence and birth! Thanks to your genoristy, in one month, we have raised over $2,000 to help us continue to be a welcoming and empowering place for expectant and new families to prepare for, celebrate, and nurture their children. Please help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 over the next month as we approach Labor Day weekend.
Please make a donation TODAY. Your generosity makes a big difference. Thank you!
Want More Ideas About How to Raise Funds for Blossom?
Blossom families have come up with creative ways to help raise money for Blossom, here are three examples:
Junk we treasure!
The Mestel family first came to Blossom in 2006, when Hannah was pregnant with Rebecca, now 3. When it came time to purge their home of all of the accumulated "treasures" of
4 moves in 5 years, they chose to hold a yard sale -- and in the process, they were able to raise over $500 for Blossom! We asked Hannah why she chose a sale rather than dropping everything at Salvation Army or the like, and she explained: "we really wanted to know where our donations were going -- and by holding a garage sale, we were able to turn all of our junk...I mean treasures...into cash that we could then give to an organization we really believe in!" And since Hannah and Craig’s employer match donations, their gift will raise another $500 for Blossom! Way to go, Mestels!
4 moves in 5 years, they chose to hold a yard sale -- and in the process, they were able to raise over $500 for Blossom! We asked Hannah why she chose a sale rather than dropping everything at Salvation Army or the like, and she explained: "we really wanted to know where our donations were going -- and by holding a garage sale, we were able to turn all of our junk...I mean treasures...into cash that we could then give to an organization we really believe in!" And since Hannah and Craig’s employer match donations, their gift will raise another $500 for Blossom! Way to go, Mestels!Run Baby Run!
Serena and Isaac started coming to Blossom Birth in 2008 when there were only two of them (and a dog). The Bradley Method Childbirth Prep course and prenatal yoga that they took were essential in preparing for the planned unmedicated birth of their wonderful daughter, Adah. Since Adah's birth, they have attended many of the fabulous groups, including the new parent groups, mom-baby yoga,Book Babies, the breastfeeding support group and Music Together. In fact, Serena has given severalBlanket Babies talks and now facilitates the monthly Babywearing group.
This October 17, Serena is preparing to run the Nike 1/2 Marathon as a fundraiser to support Blossom's work! Serena says: "When I decided to run the Nike Women's 1/2 Marathon this year, raising money for Blossom seemed like a natural thing to do. Blossom has become invaluable to us and fundraising while training is the least I can do to give back to such a great community resource. I can't wait to get to know the other mom's on the Blossom training team, get back in shape, raise money for Blossom and in the end run 13.1 miles through San Francisco!" Visit Serena's fundraising page and every dollar will come directly to Blossom!
Shop 'til you drop!
The Laprocina family joined the new parent group in 2007 after Holly gave birth to Victoria. Husband Patrick is a big online shopper. Holly now has him going through Good Shop for every purchase, in the process generating $128.38 for Blossom in the last six months at no cost to the family.
Holly says: “If we’re going to do so much online shopping, I get him to add the couple of extra clicks it takes to earn funds for Blossom. Most online retailers we like make donations through GoodShop. I buy things for my business, he buys things for his work, we order stuff for the dogs, baby, etc. It is really easy, once you set your mind to it.” Learn more about Blossom’s affiliates.
Thank you Hannah, Serena and Holly: for your inspiration, support and creative spirit!
Please help us reach our goal of $10,000. Your support will help us continue to grow and help new and expectant families blossom! No amount is too small and be sure to check with your employer to help double your donation! We thank you for your support.
Warm Regards,
Mora and the Blossom Staff, Instructors and Board!
Mora and the Blossom Staff, Instructors and Board!
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