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FAITH BASED GOLF CHALLENGE CUP IS BACK!
Golf tournaments come and go but Rainbow Village's 18th Annual Golf Classic on Monday, May 6 at TPC Sugarloaf will offer a unique intra-tournament twist for those tournament foursomes representing our faith-based partners.
Dinner will be provided by Outback Steakhouse and fantastic raffle prizes will be included in the short program following the tournament. Look for a special incentive this year if you pledge to become a Rainbow Village Angel. This year's tournament promises to be even better and the course is fantastic!
Like golf's Ryder Cup, which physically "goes with" the winner, the Rainbow Village Faith-Based Cup will travel for display at the church whose team has the lowest net (handicap-adjusted) score when all the balls are played. The "cup" is a one-of-a-kind trophy you will be proud to share with your congregation.
To be eligible for this friendly competition, at least two of the four golfers in a foursome must be members of the church the team represents. The fee per player is $225 and a foursome is $800.
Teams are now forming! We encourage all players to register quickly as spots will fill up. Register Today!
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
One Rainbow Village graduate describes her life before she came to Rainbow Village and what she's accomplished since graduating from the program.
I am a 28 year old mother of two children, a six year old daughter and a four year old son.
Before I was introduced to the program at Rainbow Village, I was at a great low. I had lived in Ohio for 11 years, where I met my ex-husband of 7 years, and moved to Georgia where all of my family lived. My ex-husband, whom I had not been with for two years, seemed to still be able to make my self-esteem and feelings of self-worth feel less than zero. I came to Georgia an emotional, mental and physical wreck! I still could not bring myself to forget all the mental, physical and emotional abuse I had gone through. Then, one day a friend of the family started to tell me about this wonderful program through Rainbow Village.
At first I was a little wary and unsure, but something told me to make the call to Rainbow Village. I did call and was welcomed with open arms! The support I received in all aspects was overwhelming. While working the program I began to feel like I was somebody and I could raise my children on my own. I have learned, with the guidance from my case manager, to create a budget. This is something I thought I would never be able to do. I actually had $300 extra each month that could go into my savings account. This enabled me to have so much more time, good fun time, to spend with my children.
One of the best things is that, my self-esteem and self-worth is at an all time high! I know that anything that I really want to achieve, I can, even if I struggle sometimes. Being a single mom is hard, but with help from Rainbow Village it just doesn't seem as hard as before.
God works in mysterious ways, I have learned, and I believe there was a reason I went through all the trials and tests along the way. I found Rainbow Village and wonderful caring people through this program. I am very happy and thankful for everything Rainbow Village has done for me and my children. I am now working on paying off past debt and working towards buying a house. I see now that I have a new and fulfilling future ahead of me.
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HELP RAISE MONEY FOR RAINBOW VILLAGE BY ENJOYING THE GREATER GWINNETT CHAMPIONSHIP AT TPC SUGARLOAF
 Rainbow Village is one of two charities selected to participate in the Greater Gwinnett Championship April 15-21. For every day pass or weekly badge purchased, Rainbow Village receives 50% of the proceeds. Be sure to write Rainbow Village in the line marked charity. Click here to register online or here to download the printed form.
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RAINBOW VILLAGE FAMILY NEWS
A 1st grader was accepted into the gifted program at school!
A mom recently paid off her car!
Four of our residents received a Communicator & Leadership Certificate from Toast Masters.
Did you know one great thing about the after-school program? Children of our graduates can still attend, therefore maintain continuity, friendships and access to tutoring.
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BOARD SPOTLIGHT: Jeff Charron
 Rainbow Village welcomes new board member, Jeff Charron, who serves as Treasurer. Current Job: Commercial Banking Relationship Manager at SunTrust Bank Hometown: Johnson City, TN Alma Mater: Lee University What was your first job: Chick-Fil-A What's your favorite book? Other than the Bible, A Blessed Life What did you want to be when you grew up? A cowboy Who was your childhood hero? My Dad What do you do to relax: Outdoor activities, running, golfing, working out, reading. What's your favorite movie: Braveheart What was your first volunteer experience? Safehouse Outreach Ministries homeless care during high school. What motivates you? Creating opportunities for others to be successful in their everyday lives. How did you first hear about Rainbow Village? I first heard about Rainbow Village through my local church, Victory World Church. Victory is a supporter of Rainbow Village and they were spotlighting the organization for missions giving at our church. I was introduced to Rainbow Village personally by a business partner in the community, Mary Hester, who had a relationship with Rainbow Village. What's been your favorite Rainbow Village moment to date? The completion of our phase 1 building program and dedication of the facilities. This was an awesome moment to see part of the vision come to life of creating a community for the residents of Rainbow Village, and also understanding the future impact the facilities will continue to have in years to come. Your advice for Rainbow Village families? Continue to work hard and apply yourself to learning. Being focused and disciplined with your resources and abilities will open doors of opportunity in your life. Learn to trust in God as your provider and be a good steward of what he has entrusted to you. |
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR
A Night Of Comedy - May 21, 2013
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MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Rainbow Village has a wonderful collaborative partner in Movers and Shakers, a ministry dedicated to delivering donated furniture to those in need in north metro Atlanta. Movers and Shakers picks up furniture and other household items from Rainbow Village friends and others and stores it until new Rainbow Village families arrive and they deliver what is needed for that particular household. You can find a link on the Rainbow Village website under the Donate button. Movers and Shakers needs your donations now!
Gently Used Furniture Needed - Movers and Shakers Furniture Ministry will pick up your beds, dressers, tables and chairs to be delivered to families in our community who are making a fresh start. Go to atlmoversnshakers.org to request a pick up.
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VOLUNTEER CORNER
We are grateful to be a charity of choice for Lend-a-Hand Foundation of the Mortgage Brokers Association of Georgia who recently raised $2000 for Rainbow Village.
Thank you to Cornerstone Church for hosting birthday celebrations for Rainbow Village families!
We are so grateful for our friends at Wilson Lewis CPA, who have been preparing tax returns for our residents.
 L to R: Alexis Nash, Nancy Yancey, Erin Carter, Patti Tyson
The Arkansas Lady Razorbacks visited the Rainbow Village after school program and had a great time with all our kids.
Brand Bank is a wonderful partner with Rainbow Village. They have truly given of their time, talent and treasure. They have invested financially, provided quarterly meals, are teaching financial classes to adults and children, and have provided our families with the Everfi program to supplement their educational training. Thank you to all involved at Brand!
Read the nice words the 12Stone High School Ministry had to say about their workday at Rainbow Village:
"Thank you Cindee and Lynnette for your help and support with 12Stone's high school ministry SERVE DAY project! Students had a blast helping you with cleaning and being able to serve you on this day. I know that students were not able to host the block party we had wanted to throw but I can assure you that they are looking forward at going back in the near future and holding a block party (when the weather is nicer and people are notified with more time) so don't worry - we will be back soon!!! Again, thanks for your help and support - God Bless!"
12Stone youth enjoyed their day at Rainbow Village
100 Black Men of Atlanta met with our residents this month on enhancing their workforce development skills. Junior Girl Scout Troop 1125, working towards their Bronze Award, spent time at Rainbow Village developing a strategic plan to consistently work with Rainbow Village. Pleasant Hill Presbyterian 4th & 5th graders made beautiful Easter bags for Rainbow Village children. Thank you for your kindness! A special thanks to Kay Earl for teaching some very helpful dental hygiene classes to Rainbow Village families. WE ARE GRATEFUL for our evening meal providers: - Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church
The youth at Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church show their support for Rainbow Village and their cooking skills. - Cornerstone Church
- Mary & Scott Yost
- Perimeter Church
- ProfitStars
- Johns Creek United Methodist Church
Volunteers from Johns Creek are regular participants in evening meal preparation. Rainbow Village is grateful.
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 Mark Your Calendars!
Annual Golf Classic to be held May 6 at TPC Sugarloaf!
Click here for
more information
and to register!
Save the date for the Annual Gala - October 5, 2013, at The Atlanta Athletic Club |
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Be a Rainbow Village Angel
Pledge a recurring monthly gift to support our ongoing operations and be a guardian angel to our families.
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NOTE NEW ADDRESS:
Rainbow Village, Inc.
3427 Duluth Hwy 120
Duluth, GA 30096
(770) 497-1888
rainbowvillage.org
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