December 2009
29 posts
‘TIS THE SEASON AT KIDS WISH NETWORK! http://ping.fm/TF1oV
Bringing Light in Dark Situations http://ping.fm/u1JFR
Holiday Greetings from KWN
The holiday season is such a joyous time. I love the decorations, the happy faces, Christmas carols, children’s giggles, being with family and friends and – oh yeah, and all those Christmas cookies!!!
At Kids Wish Network we all feel so fortunate to be able to have time off to enjoy Christmas Eve and Christmas day, and all the pleasures of the holiday, with our...
Michigan Guardian Angel… Yesterday, my fellow development diva Melissa told me about a woman from Michigan who wanted to help children from her home state, so I gathered all the information on the children I’m working on in Michigan. http://ping.fm/o8O7h
The Story of Cody – A True Survivor Meets Bear Grylls http://ping.fm/mXAVZ
Happy Holidays from Me to You
Today is my last day here at Kids Wish Network before I leave for my holiday vacation. I am so excited for Christmas and to be able to spend time with all my family members and friends. We have so many family traditions that we do each year. It is always a joyous and fun time. http://ping.fm/RFHht
Danielle Honored For her Positive Attitude, Courage, and Dedication to Achieving Her Medical Goals http://ping.fm/CPS3C
Another Angel Lives Among Us
There is a little girl named Jolie who lives in Lumberton, Texas whose only wish was for a pink playhouse. When calling the Lumberton area I happened upon Don. He is with a local civic club. He quickly took it upon himself to rally the city and, in no time, he raised the entire amount for Jolie’s wish. It just goes to show you that the angels here on earth are...
The Hero Program is Growing! Thanks to our wonderful HERO OF THE MONTH participating facilities, it was another great month for submissions! In fact, we received more nominations in November than any other month on record – 103 total – which translates into one hundred & three lucky children who now have the opportunity to buy themselves something special during this holiday season.
From the Desk of Barbara Askin…
Kids Wish Network recently provided The Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties with a Gift Bank. They have a shelter that houses abused women and their children and they were in desperate need of assistance. Kids Wish Network is always honored to help.
After the delivery of the Gift Bank, we received a survey from this wonderful facility with this quote on it:
“The...
A Note from the Executive Director: I watched the special on CSX’s Santa Train that aired on Great American Country over the weekend and it was amazing. If you haven’t seen it yet, I suggest you do.
I am extremely proud to say that Kids Wish Network was a part of this wonderful endeavor to help the children and families in the Appalachian Mountains. I am especially proud of Ashley, who was lucky...
Playford gets his Jeep Made Over – Thanks to Viva Auto Group http://ping.fm/DN6tU
Christmas is Next Week! http://ping.fm/mK7mw
Welcome our newest Development Diva! http://ping.fm/0xdls
Justin Guarini & Monica Devlin Participate in Kids Wish Network http://ping.fm/ySyX0
The Pittsburgh Steelers Serenade Cynthia - Pictures up! http://ping.fm/JmKou
Corporate Generosity Is Alive and Well in Philadelphia! http://ping.fm/bbnej
Holiday Smiles at Shriners Hospitals for Children http://ping.fm/6dSr8
Our Holiday of Hope party at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Philadelphia was awesome! When everyone got in Monday morning, they all had wonderful things to say about the event. http://ping.fm/RgjV7
CSX Santa Train, Part 2 http://ping.fm/zVGLD
Cindy’s wish is to meet the Pittsburgh Steelers, especially Ben Roethlisberger and Hines Ward. In December, Cindy will have her wish come true. http://ping.fm/RTcgZ
As the holiday season comes upon us so quickly, let us take a moment to reflect on how truly lucky we are. http://ping.fm/ybB10
No Barriers Can Come Between Jolie and her Playhouse! http://ping.fm/8IrKF
I’ve blogged on this before, but I really like receiving all the surveys from Wish Kids, Hero Kids and Gift Bank recipients. http://ping.fm/yMaAP
A boy suffering from Crohn’s Disease has his only wish granted through children’s charity, Kids Wish Network. http://ping.fm/sx7fN
Ian’s Disney Adventure with Kids Wish Network: A little boy with a life-threatening illness has the wish of his life with Kids Wish Network. http://ping.fm/PWc7W
Local Girl Wishes for Disney Magic and her Dream Comes True: A 6-year-old girl suffering from a life-threatening illness has her only wish granted through children’s charity, Kids Wish Network. http://ping.fm/a17Dk
Ryann’s Disney Dreams Come True: A little girl with a life-threatening illness has all of her magical wishes come true when she visits Disneyland with a little help from Kids Wish Network. http://ping.fm/xjokw
Help Benefit Kids Wish Network & Enter to Win TWO ‘Vettes! http://ping.fm/kk9Gf