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November 2011 Volume 4 Issue 11
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Bringing Tradition Back to Youth!
On October 31st, MFP staff got into the Halloween spirit with 70s-inspired costumes. The decade, often associated with transformation and progressive values of peace and love, seemed like the perfect theme. We encouraged youth to enjoy the occasion in a non-threatening setting, with fun and plenty of delicious treats. As we move into the holiday season, we look forward to sharing in the joys and traditions with the young people.
Happy Halloween from My Friend's Place!
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HomeWalk 2011
Join MFP and Kobe Bryant!
Every year, the United Way of Greater Los Angeles organizes HomeWalk, a 5K run/walk to end homelessness. Kobe Bryant is the Master of Ceremonies for this year's event on November 19th at Exposition Park in LA. Over the last four years, HomeWalk has mobilized 18,000 walkers to raise support for some of the most vulnerable in our community and to spread the word that homelessness is a solvable problem. My Friend's Place will be there, and we would love for you to join our team!
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OVO from Cirque du Soleil
Join MFP for a special performance of OVO from Cirque du Soleil on January 27, 2011 All proceeds benefit My Friend's Place For more than ten years, My Friend's Place has partnered with Cirque du Soleil to bring circus arts classes to the homeless youth of Hollywood through Cirque du Monde, the social action arm of Cirque du Soleil. MFP invites you to experience an immersion into the teeming and energetic world of insects with Ovo from Cirque du Soleil, along with a fabulous pre-show cocktail reception right on the pier. To purchase tickets, go to http://cirque-ovo.eventbrite.com or call Natalie Schaffer, Development Associate at (323) 908-0011 ext. 101. This will be a fantastic opportunity to experience the magic of Cirque while supporting MFP! |
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New MFP Art!
Mike Gallegos, our former peer educator, created this beautiful mural celebrating our partnership with
Cirque du Monde.
This mural serves as an inspiring backdrop to our Cirque du Monde room, specifically retrofitted for our circus arts classes.
Thanks Mike!
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In-Kind Wish List
Your in-kind donations can make a huge difference for homeless youth. Here are some of our most urgent needs:
- warm winter clothing (rain coats, ponchos, hoodies, sweatpants, gloves, beanies)
- umbrellas
- reusable water bottles
- blankets (new or gently used and clean)
- bus tokens or TAP cards (to refill daily fares)
We are happy to help organize a holiday drive at your business or office.
Please contact development@myfriendsplace.org or
323-908-0011 ext. 101 for more information or to
schedule a drop-off.
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Word From the Streets
Written by youth in MFP workshops
Unknown only your future
My life is very hectic
My brain is very delicate
All of this information
has got me in questions
Thinking of today
but relying on my past
Maybe this crazy scene
is what makes me
Judgments after judgments,
Rumors after rumors,
This whole crazy universe
is like a tumor,
Growing after another,
a never ending story
Hating wars, heartache
It's what makes part of life boring, Money, sex, stuck up, mean
How can anybody live this as a dream?
The road I was on before was taking me nowhere, which was a bore
Today is today my future is bright
Maybe my crazy life will be all right
Written by Ana C.
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MFP By the Numbers
Service stats for
October 2011
- Youth served: 361
- Total number of visits: 1,403
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Masse
Holiday Shopping Event
MFP Board Members Dana Sims, Mimi Techentin, Joanie Berkley and Ann Blanchard cordially invite you to join them at the Masse West Hollywood Boutique on November 16th for a fabulous night of fashion, wine and hors d'oeuvres benefiting My Friend's Place.
When: Wednesday, November 16th, 5:00-9:00 pm
Where: Masse, 306 N. Flores Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Why: The more you shop, the bigger the donation to MFP! So please, shop, shop, shop to support homeless youth services at MFP! If you are unable to attend the event, please consider shopping during the day or online at melissamasse.com. Melissa Masse's designs are going to make you feel beautiful!
Special thanks to designer Melissa Masse-Rosenblatt for her amazing support of MFP!
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Volunteers of the Month
Capital Group has been an amazing supporter of My Friend's Place for years-almost since the time we first opened our doors 23 years ago! Year in, year out, Capital Group and its employees provide Board Leadership, financial support, guest speakers, and volunteers to help with everything from special events and fundraising to our youth employment program. But one of the most special contributions they make happens at Thanksgiving. Every year, Capital Group employees provide a home-cooked Thanksgiving meal to the homeless youth at MFP. You can imagine the excitement of the youth when nearly forty Capital Group employees show up with a delicious feast prepared with great care in their own ovens. Their generosity speaks to a deep compassion and conveys the message to the youth that they are valued and cared for. All of this would not be possible without the dedicated efforts of Kristie Sanchez (pictured below) and MFP Board members, Chuck Freadhoff (pictured below), Dexter Williams and Tom Lloyd. For Capital Group, being part of the holidays at MFP and seeing the impact of a good meal and company is very special.
Thank you, Capital Group, for your commitment to the young people at MFP!
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