I live in an apartment so I don’t get the joy of having my own garden to grow delicious veggies and beautiful flowers. That is why each year I love volunteering at L’Arche Farm and Gardens. Aside from the fun of planting and picking flowers and veggies, you also have the opportunity to work with some of their core members. The purpose of L’Arche’s program is to provide meaningful work for people with disabilities – a dignified and respectable work experience that really enhances the gifts of each core member. So the next time you are out at a local farmers market look for the L’Arche booth and check out their beautiful flowers and perennials!
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Applebee’s is providing us with a fabulous opportunity to help additional families this holiday season through their Dining to Donate FUNdraising program. We need to do our part and pack all (5) Pierce County Applebee’s restaurants next Tuesday, November 17th from 5-9PM. Applebee’s will donate 15% of your total bill directly to United Way’s Season of Caring program.
Visit Applebee’s to download the flyer that you will need to donate 15%.
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It’s a annual scavenger hunt where teams of 4 answer trivia, take pictures, and collect items from area businesses – all in downtown Tacoma. Best thing about this event is that it’s twofold: all funds raised benefit the Tacoma City Kids Marathon and it supports local businesses! Mark you calendar for May 1st!!!
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Mens Wearhouse is teaming up with United Way of Pierce County for a 2nd straight year. Go to any Mens Wearhouse in Washington and donate a gently used suit and it will go back to the community to help others as they seek employment.
Nonprofits have expressed that there is a shortage of men’s business attire, which is greatly needed for interviews and so individuals have proper attire for their job. Mens Wearhouse is donating a tie to UWPC to go along with each donated suit. Not to mention collecting, dry-cleaning, and delivering them.
To learn more go to www.nationalsuitdrive.com.
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Get your red on and gear up for the 18 annual Pierce County AIDS Foundation (PCAF) AIDS Walk. This year is the third I’ve been involved, although my first as a walker. Imagine a sea of red, ribbons and a touch of rowdiness, as people march in the memory of loved ones they have lost, to show camaraderie in the battle against this disease and to help raise money for PCAF. The walk is around 2 miles and people of all age and abilities can participate.
I suggest that you show up a half hour or so early so you can feel the energy in the crowd and see moving displays that map the history of this fight.
I’ll be captaining the Mix team, along with Brock Leach, owner of the Mix Bar in downtown Tacoma. If you’re not a walker, but like sipping coffee and providing support – contact Beth at PCAF 253.383.3565 to volunteer. Or, sponsor a team (perhaps mine : ) at piercecountyaids.org. Help PCAF reach their goal to raise $125,000.
Pierce County has the 2nd highest incidence of new infections in Washington and 80% of PCAF clients have incomes of less than $10,000 per year.
When: Saturday, September 12th | 9am -1pm
Where: UW Tacoma
Questions: Beth at PCAF 253.383.3565
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