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A Journey Through Hope and Healing
Have YOU made your RSVP yet? GHH's annual October luncheon, A Journey Through Hope and Healing, promises to be an unforgettable event.
The event will feature appearances by the International Peace Choir, Monica Gunning (author of A Shelter in Our Car), and a dramatic presentation meant to promote awareness about homelessness and human trafficking. There will also be a silent auction and opportunity drawing.
The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 16th, from 11AM-2PM, at the Anaheim White House Restaurant.
Tickets are $40/person by October 7th. RSVP via phone or on our website by clicking here. We hope to see you all in a few weeks!
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Nana's Kidz Summer Outreach
GHH's annual summer Nana's Kidz backpack distribution was a tremendous success. Over 165 filled backpacks were passed out to children and their families this day alone, along with clothing and food.
In attendance was Senator Lou Correa, who was very impressed by the event, pledging aid from his office for GHH's annual Christmas motel outreach in December.
Senator Correa, GHH founder Je'net Kreitner, and participants enjoy the food, crafts, clothing, and backpacks.
Over 50 volunteers (provided by the senator's office) helped with the event, and were thrilled that they were able to make a difference right here in Orange County. In addition, FOCUS OC handled all of the food, including burgers and hot dogs!
Senator Lou Correa's annual Summer Service Corps Program is a
public service opportunity for high school and college students to
participate in service activities while learning about public policy and
the legislative process. Through the program, young people have the opportunity to have fun while addressing important California issues, from saving our planet and promoting energy conservation to addressing poverty and homelessness in our community.
Jerrel & Lillian helped from the beginning of this outreach, from
reviewing to distributing backpacks.
Interested in volunteering at a Nana's Kidz outreach event?
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September is Hunger Action Month
September is Hunger Action Month, and we're asking everyone to take action to fight hunger in your local areas. The need here is tremendous--but so is the impact that you can have.
In Orange County, 615,000 individuals go to bed hungry at least once during the month and an alarming 35% are children.
Through community collaboration and support, GHH provides weekly bags full of nutritious food for hundreds of deserving kids through the Nana's Kidz program.
To learn more about Nana's Kidz, and to make a donation, click here.
To learn more about Hunger Action Month, click here.
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Park Santiago Concert Is A Success!
GHH would like to send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who volunteered and came to the Park Santiago Concert event! GHH received donations of over 20 boxes of food, along with monetary donations from vendors, which are still coming in.
Food overflowed in the barrels!
We'd like to extend a big thanks to the Park Santiago Neighborhood Association, along with the many vendors and families at the event.
Families gathered, bringing food and enjoying the music of Hey, That's My Bike!. |
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Featured Intern: William Nguyen
William is a second-year business administration major planning to specialize in accounting at University of California, Irvine. He decided to intern during the summer in order to gain experience in the nonprofit sector while contributing back to the community he grew up in.
"My internship experience at Grandma's House of Hope has truly been an eye-opening experience. I've learned so much more about event planning and how much a backpack or a bag of food can help underprivileged students all over Orange County."
William aspires to continue his studies at UCI while giving back to the community. In order to do so, he expects to continue his internship throughout his school year at UCI.
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One Puppy Adopted: Only One Left!
Our first puppy has found a new home and a donation of $750.00 was made to Grandma's House of Hope!
Sadie needs a home too!
This adorable, pure-bred Shih Tzu puppy has been donated to GHH by our founder, Je'net Kreitner.
All proceeds go directly to Grandma's House of Hope programs. Current bid is $375.00 but the highest bidder will take home the puppy at our October 16th luncheon, or you can buy the puppy now with a bid of $750 or more and take your furry friend home this week! The puppy has all of its shots, and have certified AKC/ACC lineage.
Contact our offices today about placing a bid!
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Thank you very much for your support to Grandma's House of Hope. It is through your kindness and generosity that GHH continues to fight hunger and homelessness in Orange County. Your contribution helps enhance the lives of women and children who are struggling to survive in your own communities.
God Bless,
Je'net Kreitner
Grandma's House of Hope |
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Grandma's House of Hope is a non-profit
501(c)(3) charity (federal tax ID #26-0391438), operating as a multi-generational
continuum of care designed to provide services, programs, and affordable
housing to under-served and underprivileged persons in Orange County and its surrounding areas.
Through our integrated programs, such as the
Grandma's House Women's Transitional Living Shelter and Nana's Kidz,
GHH strives to create a sense of community, belonging and
stability. Through service to each other and to their community, women
become empowered and achieve independence, accountability and spiritual
growth.
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