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Newcomers Club of the Grand Strand Women Welcoming Women to the Grand Strand |
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Newcomers Club - Selected Charities for 2022-2023
Our Board has proudly chosen to support the following charitable organizations for 2022-2023. Money raised through our fundraising efforts will be distributed to these organizations at the close of our year. One-half of our funds will go to the President's Choice, The other half will be equally divided and distributed to the Board's selections. A brief description of each organization follows: *Click on the Charity below to find out more information about the Charity President’s Pick Barnabas Horse Foundation - To provide equine assisted therapy for individuals and families recovering from a traumatic experience and/or to improve the quality of life of children and adults with disabilities through human and horse interaction. The Board chosen charity: Associated Charities - To show LOVE and compassion, and better the lives of people through quality charitable service. Children's Recovery Center - Our mission is to provide a safe environment where caring team members investigate allegations of child abuse, while providing the support necessary in restoring hope in children’s lives. Purple Bucket ![]() As our new year begins, we have decided to renew the Purple Bucket Collection. Each month, at our Coffee and again at our Luncheon, we will pass a purple bucket around for your voluntary contributions to the registered charitable organization selected by the Board. For the month of January, Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society: whose mission is to make life better for people in our community who have Down syndrome and their families and caregivers. They offer support to families and professionals and promote a positive image of Down syndrome in our area. They strive to create awareness and acceptance of Down syndrome, nurture parents of babies with Down syndrome and provide all people whose lives have been touched by this condition a group where they feel welcomed and accepted. They create opportunities for individuals and families to network, socialize and become better informed and they support local, state and national efforts to ensure fair and equitable conditions for all people who have Down syndrome or another disability. Note: The Purple Bucket Collection is strictly voluntary. Your support is deeply appreciated. |