With the Holidays quickly approaching, this time of year always becomes one of reflection and giving thanks for all the blessings in my life. I'm always looking for ways to give back to others, especially those in my local community.
A few week's ago I had the chance to help a local charity, Diakonia. Diakonia was in need of volunteers to help prepare a small apartment for a new tenant of theirs. It was a wonderful experience, and opened my eyes to all that Diakonia does for the community. For more than 30 years Diakonia has been providing "Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow." The organization helps individuals and families in our local area by providing housing and food for those in crisis, but more than that, Diakonia provides resources so people can change and improve their lives one step at a time.
Diakonia is run on just what is provided on state and federal levels. As you can imagine, this makes for an extremely tight budget, they are very dependent on funding and support from the local community. It really is wonderful charity, committed to assisting those in our area. With the down economy, and the slower seasonal cycle, Diakonia's services are in high demand. This time it's our chance to give back.
The New Casino, Ocean Downs will be collecting can food items for Diakonia on November 7 - 11 and again on November 14 - 18. Those that donate items will have a chance to win casino bucks.
The Greene Turtle North, on 116th St. will donate 10% of their revenue generated on November 16. Be sure to head on over to the Turtle that Wednesday for dinner and/or drinks, the proceeds will go to help our neighbors.
Next month, Lighthouse Sound will host a Breakfast with Santa on December 10th. Breakfast will last from 7 until 11 am, and tickets are only $10. Around a 1/3 of Diakonia's guest are under the age of 12, the breakfast allows them one of the few chances to participate in the Christmas Holiday.
Diakonia is always in need, and appreciates any and all help. Diakonia operates a thrift store, Used to be Mine, which is always looking for donations of furniture, clothing and other goods. Proceeds from the store go to run the organization. Contributions of any amount are valuable to them as is a donation of your time; the organization couldn't operate without help from volunteers.
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