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"2014" Project

1/11/2015

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I believe that things happen for a reason. As December came and went, I considered what gifts to get for our Seniors. I like this tradition and I think it is worthwhile and the nursing homes really seemed appreciative. However this year, something just didn't feel right. So I waited, Christmas came and went. 

I watched as two families/friends said goodbye to their fathers. I spent as much time as I could with mine (who also happened to have had surgery recently) I wished there was more I could do for these families, my heart broke (still breaks) for them. Neither father was particularly old and both had been through more than their fair share of illnesses. 

One family was local and I was able to attend calling hours and offer my condolences and hugs. 

The other is a co-worker of mine whose parents live on the other side of the state. It's hard to express sympathy through Facebook or texting. I recently learned that this particular family did not have life insurance. They are struggling to be able to provide even the most basic funeral services. THIS is why I had hesitated on Senior Santa this year, we were meant to help THIS family this year. I know my Grandparents would do anything to help a family member or friend in this situation. 

I know our means are meager, but I'm sure every little bit helps. If you would like to help either of these families or find out more information please feel to contact me.  I've included a link to the Family's Go Fund Me (I'm sending the funds through a different method, so you might not see ours listed on the page) as well as the obituaries of both of these fine men.  
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JOHN HENNESSEY
Obituary
Memories of The Heart

Feel no guilt in laughter,
He knows how much you care.
Feel no sorrow in a smile
That he’s not here to share.

You cannot grieve forever,
He would not want you to.
He’d hope that you would carry on
The way you always do.

So talk about the good times
And the ways you showed you cared.
The days you spent together,
All the happiness you shared.

Let the memories surround you,
A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture
A time, an hour, a day.

That brings him back as clearly
As though he were still here,
And fills you with the feelings
That he is always near.

For if you keep those memories
You will never be apart
And he will live forever
Locked safe within your heart

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RAYMOND STONE
Obituary
Stone Family Funeral Fund (Go Fund Me)
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Slight Adjustments

7/10/2014

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I've been doing a lot of thinking and realized that perhaps I was a bit too ambitious with my goals for this organization. I probably won't do many major fundraisers (at least not right now), however donations will always be accepted and used for good. My goal is to continue to do things that my Grandparents would have done, to the best of my ability. If you know anyone in need, please let me know and I'll see what we can do.  Without a board of trustees, I doubt I'll ever be able to officially make us a 501 c3 organization, but I'm still completely open to the idea. In the meantime, I'll do the best I can, in honor of my grandparents. 
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Operation Senior Santa 2013

12/22/2013

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This year we did not have quite as many participants and we had to adjust our gifts. We made 20 gifts and delivered them to 2 nursing homes as well as a basket of games and books for each nursing home's common room. Thank you so much to all who helped!
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Operation Senior Santa 2012

12/23/2012

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Hopefully 30 seniors will have a more cheerful Christmas. These adorable baskets were delivered last night to 3 nursing care facilities. The staff was greatly appreciative and excited to pass them out. Each place also got a large basket with board games, puzzles, and cards. 

Hoping Grandma and Grandpa are proud of what we've done in their honor  

Thank you all so much for your donations this year!!
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    Welcome

    Bob and Rosemary Rodgers, my grandparents, lived lives of service to others. They rarely said no to anyone in need and asked for nothing in return. They took in sick relatives, kept an eye on the neighbors kids, drove friends to necessary appointments, went out of their way to show people they were loved, and encouraged everyone to go for their dreams. 

    As a way to “pay it forward” and continue their legacy of caring I have established The 202 Main Street Project. Through various fundraising activities we will be able to make mini-grants to those individuals and groups in need. We will also be teaming up with other organizations whose missions reflect the ideals of Bob and Rosemary. 

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    We anticipate becoming a 501(c) 3 organization, but as of this time cannot guarantee we will be granted that status. 

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