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Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
 T.J. Maxx, located in the Grand Traverse Mall, 3350 South Airport Rd, has teamed up with The Father Fred Foundation, to conduct the T.J. Maxx Maxximum Care Drive May 17-22 to collect donations of personal care items. Items sought for collection are essentials that cannot be purchased with food stamps. All donated items will be distributed through the Father Fred food pantry.
The Goal: To collect donations of personal care items that cannot be purchased with food stamps and can be very expensive for families in crisis.
Needed items:
- Bar soap
- Shampoo
- Diapers – all sizes
- Feminine hygiene products
- Toilet paper
- Deodorant
- Laundry soap
- Razors and shaving cream
- Toothpaste
Donations may be dropped off at T.J. Maxx May 17-22. Cash gifts welcome!
Questions: Call Kathy or Laurie at T.J. Maxx 231.929.1183
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Monday, May 10th, 2010
 Attention, bargain hunters of all ages! Mark your calendar for May 15!
The Father Fred Foundation will be holding its annual Spring Garage Sale Fundraiser, Saturday, May 15 at 826 Hastings Street, Traverse City, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thousands of items will be on sale: furniture, toys, art, antiques, books, records, small appliances, jewelry, linens, and clothing for all ages. Featured this year is the availability of brand new, still in the box, outdoor teak furniture, including benches, umbrella tables and chairs, many to choose from. All will be available on a first come first served basis.
ALL proceeds from the sale will support the Father Fred Financial Assistance Fund which helped 1,919 families last year with a variety of critical needs.
This is THE biggest sale event of quality used goods in northern Michigan.
Already low prices will be further reduced at 2:00 p.m., when many items will be lowered to half price and most clothing will be $2 per bag.
“We urge everyone to make this your first stop on May 15. Our goal, as always, is to have a successful sale so that we can increase our ability to say “yes” to clients with emergency needs,” said Norm Bamberg, Operations Director.
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Saturday, May 8th, 2010
 Father Fred Foundation volunteers are famous for their compassionate work. Their passion is the driving force behind us getting support to those who need it … fast! Here are the voices of three Spiritual Directors, current and past, saluting volunteers:
"Grandma Moses, at 93, when asked what she was most proud of doing responded, ‘'I helped somebody.' That direct person-to-person help just can't be outdone!"
-Father Fred, 1994
"God gave us Easter and New Life. Let us keep it happening by the gifts we give to others. God Bless You!"
-Father Thome, 2008
"Your gift empowers us to reach out and touch the lives of hundreds who cross our threshold every week seeking relief from their suffering and circumstances."
-Father Iakovos, 2010
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Friday, April 30th, 2010
 To get in the mood, volunteer Kathie Super decided to wear a pair of floppy bunny ears as she hurried around the Father Fred Foundation lobby last year getting ready to distribute Easter Baskets. Suddenly a small hand was tugging at the side of her pants.
"Are you the Easter Bunny?" asked a little voice.
"No, I'm just the Easter Bunny's helper," said Kathie.
"I'm sure you are the Easter Bunny," said the little voice with very wide eyes. "You have always forgotten me in the past on Easter morning. My name is Isaac."
"Don't worry Isaac, I won't forget you this year," said Kathie, barely hiding the tear in her eye.
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Monday, April 26th, 2010
 The Father Fred Foundation still needs quality furniture donations for their annual Spring Garage Sale fundraiser. Proceeds from the sale support the Father Fred Client Assistance program.
Quality furniture donations will be accepted through May 14. Please drop off your items at the Foundation, 826 Hastings St., Traverse City, Tuesday thru Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Wednesdays until 7:30 p.m. If you would like to arrange for pick-up, please call (231) 947-2055 to schedule a date/time.
“There have been fewer furniture donations this spring, so we need a surge during the next 3 weeks to fill this part of our sale inventory”, said Martie Manty, Executive Director. “Garage Sale income has been a critical part of our help to families in crisis.”
The Garage Sale fundraiser will take place Saturday, May 15, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Foundation.
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Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
 How do you seamlessly slip into the role of coordinating 150 people, some of whom have been doing their jobs at the Foundation for 20 years?
Sue Bauer, who started as Volunteer Coordinator December 15, says with a smile, "You do a lot of listening! I assume every volunteer knows a part of the puzzle and it is my job to learn about each piece. Everything I ever heard about Father Fred volunteers' dedication and joy in giving service to the Foundation – it was all an understatement! Even the 150 volunteers number is modest. We also have hundreds of additional church, business and service club volunteers who help with drives and fundraisers."
Father Fred had a very deep appreciation for volunteers. He believed the warm interaction between people in need and people sharing what they have to be the most important and unique gift the Foundation has to offer.
Welcome Sue!
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Monday, April 19th, 2010
FATHER FRED HOSTS BLOOD DRIVES
The Father Fred Foundation, in conjunction with Michigan Blood, will host a blood drive on Monday April 26, at 826 Hastings St., Traverse City, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
“If you are eligible to give, please consider this convenient location,” said David Abeel, Director of Development. “Blood drives are a great way to give back to the community. It is priceless to the family or child that needs blood but only costs you an hour of your time to make the donation. We hope everyone who is eligible to donate will come to the Foundation to serve their community this way.”
For more information, call David Abeel at (231) 947-2055 ext. 18, visit FatherFred.org, or call Michigan Blood at (231) 935-3030 or toll free at 1-866-MIBLOOD.
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Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
The Traverse City North Stars Junior A Hockey Club has advanced to the final round of their division playoff games—a first in team history! Two home playoff games are scheduled for Friday the 16th and Saturday the 17th. Game time is 7 p.m. at ICE Arena.
Coach Palumbo and the team wanted to share a good thing with fans and community. With that in mind, they have made the following announcement:
“Bring a food item and get $2 off adult/$1 off a student ticket OR pay full price and the team will donate $ 2/1 to Father Fred Foundation Food Pantry.”
This offer will be good for both the Friday and Saturday games. We hope you will join the team this weekend. The puck will drop at 7 PM against the Motor City Metal Jackets.
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Friday, April 9th, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY, MI — April 8, 2010 − The Father Fred Foundation is seeking donations for their annual Spring Garage Sale Fundraiser to be held this year on May 15. Proceeds from the sale will support the Foundation’s client financial assistance program.
 Donations are being accepted now through Friday April 30 and furniture items until May 14, the day before the sale.
“We ask donors to please make their gift during the next three weeks,” said David Abeel, Director of Development. “This will give volunteers a full two weeks before May 15 to sort, mark and display thousands of items.”
Especially needed
- New or used furniture. Father Fred can pick it up from addresses in the Traverse City area.
- Lamps, pictures, art
- Jewelry
- Antiques and collectibles
- Good used or new bikes
- Household items in good condition
Please drop off your items at The Father Fred Foundation, 826 Hastings Street, Traverse City, Tuesday thru Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Wednesdays until 7:30 p.m.
If you have furniture to donate and would like to arrange for pick-up, please call (231) 947-2055 to schedule a date/time.
Questions should be directed to the Foundation at (231) 947-2055.
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Friday, April 9th, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY, MI – April 19, 2010 – The Father Fred Foundation, in conjunction with Michigan Blood, will host a blood drive on Monday April 26, at 826 Hastings St., Traverse City, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
 “If you are eligible to give, please consider this convenient location,” said David Abeel, Director of Development. “Blood drives are a great way to give back to the community. It is priceless to the family or child that needs blood but only costs you an hour of your time make the donation. We hope everyone who is eligible to donate will come to the Foundation to serve their community this way.”
For more information, call David Abeel at (231) 947-2055 ext. 18, visit FatherFred.org, or call Michigan Blood at (231) 935-3030 or toll free at 1-866-MIBLOOD.
About Michigan Blood
Founded in 1955, Michigan Blood is an independent, nonprofit, community service organization that is the provider of choice for blood and blood products for hospitals across Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Michigan Blood is committed to serving the needs of Michigan hospital facilities first. In addition to its blood donation program, Michigan Blood offers a number of different services, including a cord blood bank, marrow/stem cell program, transfusion medicine consultation, transplant center support, and other programs. For more information, visit www.miblood.org.
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