This idea has gained a lot of interest from local parents and groups looking for a way to support local non-profits. We've managed to create 8 opportunities to get families involved in volunteering, raising funds, and collecting needed items.
Please mark your calendars and plan to attend one or more of these Do Something Great events:
- Thursday, September 18: The Malchow Family is hosting a special bounce session at Kidz Bounce from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A percent of proceeds will go to the Seattle Humane Society and families are encouraged to donate needed items. During the bounce session, kids will also be able to visit the SHS MaxMobile, their adoption bus filled with adoptable animals!
- Friday, September 19: The Parker Family is hosting a Storytime for little ones at Let's Play Sammamish from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. Bring a gently used book (or two or three) to donate. Come to play and enjoy a fun story time at 10:00 am!
- Saturday, September 20: On the official Do Something Great Day, we are very excited to be included in the Snoqualmie Valley Block Party! We have been given two booth spaces to use for a bake sale and a lemonade stand to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research. We need lots of bakers, lemonade makers, and adorable money-takers to help make this a success! If you can help, please contact Dana right away!
The Short Family is working with Adventure Kids Playcare to organize a Back to School Snack Drive to benefit the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank.
WHAT: Suggested donations include granola bars, crackers with cheese/peanut butter and fruit snacks.
WHERE: Drop off at Adventure Kids Playcare | 775 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
and another location in the Issaquah Highlands (TBD)
WHEN: September 1 - 19
Village Pediatrics in Gilman Village will be collecting pajamas on behalf of Eastside Baby Corner.
WHAT: new and gently used pajamas - all sizes up to 14.
WHERE: Village Pediatrics | 317 NW Gilman Blvd #48, Issaquah
WHEN: September 1 - 19
Encompass has asked us to assist local low-income families that are part of The Parent-Child Home Program, a national program that supports young children’s early literacy and school readiness. It bridges gaps in achievement, preparing children to enter school ready to be as successful as their more advantaged peers.
WHAT: You can help by donating new 4 packs of play-dough and new packs of jumbo-sized crayons. There is also a need for the following books:
WHEN: September 1 - 19
Village Pediatrics in Gilman Village will be collecting pajamas on behalf of Eastside Baby Corner.
WHAT: new and gently used pajamas - all sizes up to 14.
WHERE: Village Pediatrics | 317 NW Gilman Blvd #48, Issaquah
WHEN: September 1 - 19
Encompass has asked us to assist local low-income families that are part of The Parent-Child Home Program, a national program that supports young children’s early literacy and school readiness. It bridges gaps in achievement, preparing children to enter school ready to be as successful as their more advantaged peers.
WHAT: You can help by donating new 4 packs of play-dough and new packs of jumbo-sized crayons. There is also a need for the following books:
- “Five Little Monkeys sitting in a tree”/”En un arbol estan los cinco monitos” (Eng/Spa bilingual version) by Eileen Christelow
- “Tap the Magic Tree” by Christie Matheson
- “Press Here”/”Presiona Aqui” by Herve Tullet
WHEN: September 1 - 19
CONTACT: Call 425.888.2777 and ask for Lisa Yeager or email Lisa.Yeager@encompassnw.org
Are you feeling inspired? We hope so! Want to show your kids that they can make a difference? Of course you do! Would you like to Do Something Great with your family on Saturday, September 20?
Our friends at Encompass passed along this terrific resource of simple volunteer ideas for all ages: visit the website www.bigheartedfamilies.org. By doing good as a family, children learn empowerment, self-esteem, responsibility, academic skills, critical thinking, tolerance, respect and gratitude! That’s a lot of benefit for just a few minutes to make a difference in your community!
- Local mom Julie and five of her friends are baking cookies to give to local firefighters.
- Issaquah Highlands Girl Scout Troop will be volunteering at Eastside Baby Corner on Saturday morning.
- If you're Doing Something Great, please let us know!
If you are inspired to Do Something Great on September 20, please CLICK HERE to fill out a very brief form. Macaroni Kid is ready to support your efforts!
If you are a business or non-profit interested in being involved, take a minute to fill out this form!
