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Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers for the Disabled, Inc.
541 Cambridge Street
Boston, MA 02134
617.787.4419
www.monkeyhelpers.org
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Hi ,
 If you've been hibernating like most of us this winter and are looking for opportunities to get involved, this issue of our eNewsletter couldn't be more fitting.
Check out Ways to Get Involved, featuring many of our volunteer opportunities. It's a great way to meet people, stay connected, and help make a positive difference in peoples' lives.
We're also encouraging anyone involved with their school community, church, scout, or camp program to consider booking SCIPP for this spring or next fall. Check out SCIPP'ing Class and pass it on to other parents you think may be interested. It's a great way to educate and engage kids.
We hope you enjoy this issue, and as always, many thanks for supporting Helping Hands!
~ The staff and monkeys at Helping Hands ~ |
Calendar & Events
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Behind the Scenes Tour
 Date: Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm Cost: $30/ticket
So, what DO monkeys do at Monkey College? Find out and meet the amazing trainers with a behind-the-scenes tour of the college and a live demo of a monkey enjoying bath time! Enjoy light snacks and refreshments and learn all about the school. To order tickets, please call Noelle at 617.787.4419 x105 or email noellel@monkeyhelpers.org.
Date: Saturday, April 24th, 2010  Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Contact Noelle at noellel@monkeyhelpers.org for ticket information to see the Red Sox play the Baltimore Orioles! Proceeds will go towards supporting our Training and Placement Program. Visit our website for detailed information. |
Monkey College News
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SCIPP'ing Class
One of our lesser known programs is the Spinal Cord Injury Prevention Program (SCIPP). This program emphasizes  preventative measures, safety awareness and heightens children's sensitivity to the challenges of people living with disabilities. During the one hour presentation featuring a live monkey, students learn how Helping Hands monkeys are trained and placed. A $750 donation is requested per program, but there are many ways to help defray this cost. For more information please contact Noelle at (617)-787-4419 ext. 105 or via email at noellel@monkeyhelpers.org. |
Ways to Get Involved
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Red Sox Committee Volunteers Needed
We're looking for volunteers to join our Red Sox Committee for the 5th Annual Red Sox Fundraiser on April 24, 2010. This is a great opportunity to meet friends and help others. Sign up today! For more information click here.
Shaws Community Rewards Program
Shaws is proud to offer the Community Rewards program, giving back to non-profit organization one shopping cart at a time.
Now, by shopping with your Shaws Rewards Card on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, you can earn money for up to four of your favorite non-profit organizations and Helping Hands is on the list! Just link your Shaws card number with the HH logo online here and use Helping Hands' account #49001021418.
Become a Giving Circle Leader
Looking for an easy way to get friends and family involved with our program? By becoming an online Giving Circle Leader you can create your own fundraising page. We have done most of the work- all you need to do is fill in your name and goals and then send it to your email list. To sign up for this program click here. |
In the Spotlight...
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Volunteer of the Month Q&A
Name: Laura Hearn
Occupation: Freelance writer
How did you learn about Helping Hands?
About four years ago I saw a special on the news about Helping Hands. It sounded like such an amazing organization that was sensitive to the issues people face with physical challenges as well as respectful of the monkeys they train as service animals.
Did you have any pet's growing up? Do you have any pets now?
Yes! My family adopted our first dog, Maggie, from the MSPCA in Boston about 15 years ago. Then, about six years ago, they adopted Gwennie, our Springer Spaniel, from another rescue league. And, about three years ago, my husband Tim and I became the proud parents of Homer, our 3 year-old Pug.
What's one thing YOU need help doing?
I have a TERRIBLE sense of direction...I typically need a copilot to help me navigate my way around the city or any new neighborhood.
Why is volunteering important to you?
I really believe it's important to contribute to something that benefits someone other than yourself. It's amazing what it does for the soul. Not only does it renew your faith in humanity to know that people care, but it also provides an opportunity to count your blessings and appreciate what you have in life. |
About Us
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Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers for the Disabled, is a national 501 (c) 3 organization and member of Independent Charities of America. We place specially trained capuchin monkeys with individuals living with severe mobility impairments. Relying on private contributions, Helping Hands provides our service animals and their lifetime support free of charge.
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