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| Against the Grain Newsletter |
Romans 12.2
March 2010
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Thank you for taking the time to read this month's newsletter- you will find some exciting news about our upcoming golf scramble, hear from each of our volunteer teams, and learn about some new ministries and leadership within our daily operations.
Thank you for your continued support of Against the Grain and the families we serve. We could not continue to empower families to change their future without you.
We appreciate your time and are excited to share our news and upcoming events. If you have any questions or would like any information about Against the Grain, please contact info@atghope.org.
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Have you seen this lady?
Chances are, unless you are moving at the speed of light and fueled by passion for impacting single mothers and their children, you've not been able to catch Meredith Kendall!
Meredith is one of the co-founders of Against the Grain, and has recently been named Executive Director of Against the Grain.
Meredith oversees all of the daily operations of AtG as well as teaching and mentoring over 25 hours each week in the Williamson County Jail, Job Training, and the 180 Program. Her husband, Rob Kendall, is the other co-founder of AtG and continues to be involved behind the scenes, focusing on development, grant-writing, and special events.
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BUNCO for AtG!
March 26, 2010
6:30-10:00pm
Westhaven Resident's Club400 Cheltenham Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064- $10 registration
- prizes will be given
- refreshments will be served
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180 Meal Team
interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
Our meal team provides the food for the monthly 180 Program classes, special events, and volunteer training.
To view upcoming needs and sign up for the date that best fits your schedule, click on the following link & enter the following info: CALENDAR ID=10616, PASSWORD=3172. Please note that servings, location and delivery time is specified for each need on the calendar. AtG Meal Schedule
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We need a few good men...and women! Jerry is currently assigning mentors to the children of our 180 Program mothers. Will you join us as an Image Builder? Please contact us at volunteer@atghope.org for more information.
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Kids 180 Program
interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
Have you met Gus?
We are very excited to have Rod & Laura Waggoner teaching during the group Kids 180 meeting every month. Using music, Bible lessons and puppets, they are teaching that our identity is found in God alone and that He created each of us as His masterpiece.
If you've not met "Gus" or heard the incredible original music, you can't imagine what you're missing! Come check it out on the 1st Thursday of the month! Email us to add your name to the invitation list!
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Ways to Support AtG
Please contact info@atghope.org for details
- Legacy Builder- monthly financial partner
- Donations of Wal-Mart gift cards or non-food items for our incentive pantry (Mothers earn "cash" to shop the pantry as they stretch their monthly budgets)
- Donations such as cars, clothing, etc for mothers who have secured a job but need transportation or professional attire
- Do you have a special skill or passion? We often have volunteer opportunities that do not require an on-going commitment.
- Share this newsletter to a friend who may not know about the mission of AtG
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Community Connection
Please email inquiries to info@atghope.org for more details about these programs:
- Twice/week AtG teaches an 8 week curriculum to men and women in the Williamson County Jail
- 4 days/week AtG provides job training for individuals in Nashville
- AtG is accepting applications for foster families for mothers and children in the 180 Program needing temporary housing
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180 Mom Mentors
interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
We are excited to announce Valerie Isom as the mentor coordinator for the 180 Program. Mentoring is the backbone of everything we do at Against the Grain, and Valerie is a great addition to our team. We continue to need mentors for mothers in the 180 Program. Please email us for more information about this life-changing opportunity!
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AtG Study Buddies
Interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
For 30 minutes/week during the school day, we provide individual tutoring for the children of AtG. Currently we serve elementary schools in the Franklin area.
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AtG Liaison Team
interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
We depend upon connections to our community through churches and other organizations. If you find yourself telling others about the mission of AtG, you are already acting like a liaison!
Liaisons also make sure special announcements are included in your bulletin or newsletter...it's often as easy as forwarding an email to the right person!
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5th Annual Golf Scramble
interested? contact volunteer@atghope.org
Monday, April 26, at Old Natchez Country Club, 115 Gardengate Drive, Franklin, TN 37069. Shotgun start at 8am with lunch and awards to follow. Register online http://atghope.org/ |
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Thank you for your support of the mission of Against the Grain. For more information, please visit our website: www.atghope.org
Sincerely,
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