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  • *UPDATE* Marion Cub Scout Pack 32 – Fun, Blazing Speed and Philanthropy

    

    Pack 32, Marion

    Update: Monday, December 2, 2013  The Scouts of Pack 32 in Marion, made a huge difference today!

    In November the scouts participated in their soap box derby and used the event to: help help a local family, collect donations for a food pantry and collecting “gently-used” children’s things for GiftsToGive.

    This afternoon, after school, Pack 32 in full force –  descended on the mill in a literal caravan of vehicles, full of not only scouts, but the treasure they had collected between themselves and other families in Marion.

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  • Student Nathan Turner – Outstanding Volunteer Acknowledgement

    

    Nathan Turner receives the Gold Presidential Service Award

    Nathan Turner is not your average young man. Nathan was acknowledged by President Obama for the President’s, Gold Volunteer Service Award.

    Nathan has completed over 3,000 hours of volunteer community service. We’re so proud of Nathan. Nathan is a Junior at New Bedford High School and has been volunteering with us since he was in the 6th grade at the Roosevelt Middle School.

    Jim Stevens, CEO and Founder of GiftsToGive said “ Nathan inspires us to do more and to be better. He is truly a bright and shining light and a most perfect example of giving and service. When we talk about young people making a difference, we talk about Nathan Turner!”

    The New Bedford City Council honored Nathan on January 22 (See video below)

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  • Ashley Donates Her Doll Collection

    

    The Amazing Ashley!

    Ashley attends Dartmouth Middle School.

    She donated her entire collection of dolls, dollhouses, furniture and accessories from her “Sweet Street Collections”

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  • Good Deeds – The Good Beads Project!

    Two remarkable young women paid us a visit this afternoon,  Fairhaven High School seniors, Maddie and Hannah. They made a gift to us in the form of a check for $660!

    They told us a most amazing story. “Jewelry-making is an ordinary activity that many young girls enjoy throughout adolescence. Making friendship bracelets and key chains is a memorable part of our childhood. Last Spring, we reconnected with the hobby by learning the practice of fabricating a sophisticated, marketable bracelet. We spent the spring preparing to sell ‘Good Beads’ at Fairhaven’s annual homecoming fair. ‘Good Beads’ are a variety of beaded bracelets made from wire and macrame string.

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  • Listening to Madeline, truly a great hope for her generation!

    A small but mighty group of Moses Brown Freshmen and Seniors spent part of their day with us, last week. We asked Freshman Madeline to write about their collective experience.

    We talk a lot about service learning; to have this remarkable high school freshman reach the enduring understanding that she has, inspires us to be better and do more!

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  • There is more to this Brownie Troop then just cookies!

    Question: What is better than Girl Scout Cookies?
    Answer: Girl Scout Philanthropists!

    We hosted our “First Annual Crafts Fair For A Cause” last Sunday. Fifty-five Vendors came to sell their wares, among them was Fairhaven Brownie Troop 65427 and boy did they sell a lot of cookies!

    What could be better than that you ask? They collected and donated 153 children’s books for us to re-purpose.

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  • Dominik and Konlin Turn Five – But Wait – There’s More!

    

    Dominik and Konlin

    Turning five years-old is something very special. Especially for twins! Understanding philanthropy at five … well talk about making our day!

    Saturday afternoon, two ball players arrived at the mill with a zillion brand new toys in tow. They explained to us that they wanted to help children who were not as fortunate as they were and who might not get a birthday present.

    Parents Kathryn and Dennis had this to say – “It is truly our pleasure to be able to contribute. Our boy’s just turned five years old and had a wonderful party with family and friends. We have been truly blessed with two wonderful healthy boys, a loving family and many friends. We know that there are many in the community that are less fortunate than us, and we feel it is important to help others and give back whenever possible.

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  • Listening to Emma ..

    

    Emma

    We met a most remarkable, twelve year-old on Saturday. Emma is a student at Kickemuit Middle School. For her CCD Project, she collected enough things for us to be able to help several dozen kids who don’t have the basic things they need. We asked her why? What this amazing twelve year-old told us, inspires us to do more and be better!

    “My grandfather is a long time high school coach and every season he has had his sports teams spend time volunteering at the GiftsToGive facility. Over the years the teams have also conducted book, toy, clothing and new sock drives.

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  • Grace and Maxwell Help 11 Kids!

    

    Grace and Max

    Grace attends the Betsy B. Winslow Elementary School.  She cleaned out her closets, attic and garage and encouraged her brother Max to do the same.  

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  • Old Rochester Regional Junior High – Artists For Change

    

    ORRJH Student Art Cards

    Over a two day period, students at Old Rochester Regional Junior High School in Mattapoisett, produced the first of our one-of-a-kind GiftsToGive Inspirational Cards.

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  • GNBVTHS students have gifts to give!

    

    Alex Pinarreta

    

    Michael Perreira

    But wait … there’s more!

    Lead by Michael Perreira and Alex Pinarreta students at the Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School and members of the Business Professionals of America (BPA) Chapter’s officer team held a donation drive to gather clothing, toys, and books for children ages three to twelve. The students and staff at the school generously donated many items which were delivered to GiftsToGive.

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• News from GiftsToGive

  • To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow!

    So …. here we are, in our new home in Acushnet. We’re scrambling to finish the retrofit of the new factory before the winter sets in Read More »

  • Adult Volunteers NEEDED!

    We are overwhelmed with gift requests for local children! Before we can fill the requests we need to process the donations. Volunteering is a total DROP-IN! Read More »

  • Student Intern Opens College Fund Savings Account!

    We think every student should have a savings account for college, most importantly – all students should start a savings account. Towards this objective, we’re launching Read More »