HELP FAMILY BUILDING BLOCKS

WIN A $200,000 GRANT

VOTE BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

We are honored and excited to announce that Family Building Blocks is a regional finalist for a 2025 Chick-fil-A #trueinspirationawards grant. Vote now in the Chick-fil-A^® App to help Family Building Blocks receive a 2025 grant and further our impact throughout our community!

How to Vote:

Beginning September 3 and ending September 30, Chick-fil-A One® Members will be able to vote within the Chick-fil-A App. You can also scan the QR Code in the image above!

1. Sign in to your Chick-fil-A One account (or create one) in the Chick-fil-A App.
2. Select ‘For You’ at the bottom of the screen and look for the True Inspiration Awards!
3. Select your the West Region.
4. VOTE for Family Building Blocks!

Family Building Blocks is the only organization in Oregon in the running, and can receive an award of $200,000. Your VOTE will transform the lives of generations of local children in Marion & Polk counties.

You only need to vote once. We would love your support!

HERE IS HOW TO VOTE:

END OF YEAR CLASSROOM CELEBRATIONS

For Family Building Blocks Therapeutic Classrooms, August marks the end of our year. Our classrooms close briefly while teachers and staff reset to welcome new children and families. Thank you to our teams in Salem, Independence, Woodburn, and Aumsville for providing end of year celebrations! The celebrations include the children's wider communities - parents, guardians, classroom volunteers, as well as staff.

Many of the children will be moving on to Head Start or Kindergarten programs with a stronger foundation because of their partnership with Family Building Blocks. The end of year classroom celebration is more than just a party. It is a meaningful reflection on the whole family - honoring their vulnerability, hard work, and growth as they move forward in their parenting journey!

Contact our Family Engagement Team at 503-566-2132 or visit the Parents area on our website to learn more information about connecting families to services with Family Building Blocks.

Photos from the Woodburn Team celebration - complete with photo booth props and tiny graduation gowns!

FAMILY BUILDING BLOCKS IN YOUR COMMUNITY!

INDY PLACE TEAM

Members of our Indy Place team had a blast this past month at the Dallas Days parade, sharing a beautiful day in the community, and celebrating Dallas' 150 Year Celebration. 🎂

DORIS'S PLACE TEAM

Family Building Blocks staff and volunteers participated in the parade at the Aumsville Corn Festival. The Doris's Place team won Judge's Choice for their Field of Dreams theme.

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WOODBURN TEAM

Family Building Blocks staff and volunteers also participated in the parade at Woodburn Fiesta Mexicana! The FBB Woodburn team, FBB Staff, and our volunteers had an amazing time with the community. 🪅

SEPTEMBER PINT NIGHT AT BO & VINE SOUTH

Join the Young Leaders Council for their September Pint Night at Bo & Vine South on Thursday September 26! To join YLC, connect with Kyle today!

VOLUNTEER AT SUMMER FAMILY NIGHT

✨ FULFILL A WISH ✨

Make an impact by providing items from our Amazon Wishlist! Our Baby Wishlist includes wipes, diaper creams, shampoos and lotions. Our Household Wishlist includes cleaning supplies, toilet paper, laundry detergent and more. Our Hygiene Wishlist is filled with soaps, deodorants, toothpaste and brushes all ready for purchase. All items will ship to Family Building Blocks for distribution to families.

Thank you for keeping babies and toddlers clean and dry with us!

🍼 Baby - https://a.co/cEM05Yu

🪥Hygiene- https://a.co/eJYayQt

🧽 Household- https://a.co/8PZjeoT

CALL FOR GALA OF TREES DECORATORS!

Join us to Decorate a Tree at Gala 2024! Our amazing volunteer “tree designers” are the heart of our event, creating fabulous trees and prize packages to be auctioned off in support of our mission to “Keep Children Safe and Families Together.” We have options to become Live Tree decorators, Silent Tree decorators, and Jumbo Stocking decorators.

Connect with our Gala of Trees Chair, Hannah at hannahoregonrealtor@gmail.com to get involved!

MEET HANK & HENRY AT OUR DREAM BUILDERS LUNCHEON, OCTOBER 17

Ten years ago, we shared the story of Hank, a single dad with a newborn son. Hank had been recently released from prison, was struggling with addiction, and was determined to turn his life around for his son. Hank and his FBB Home Visitor, Billie, developed a strong relationship as she provided the support and encouragement that Hank needed to start a new chapter of his life. Hank worked hard and broke the cycles he was raised in. His son Henry is now a thriving and vibrant 11-year-old in our Salem community. Billie is proud to have played a role in his success.

As the Relief Nursery serving Marion and Polk counties, we partner with parents with very young children to break the intergenerational cycle of child abuse and neglect. Historically, 99% of the children served in FBB’s prevention programs are able to live safely with their parents, avoiding foster care and the trauma caused by abuse and neglect.

On Thursday, October 17, we are expecting nearly 850 community leaders to attend our Dream Builders Luncheon at the Salem Convention Center, from Noon-1:00pm. This event is free and a complimentary lunch is provided. RSVP today!

RSVP to Claudia at cvorse@familybuildingblocks.org or 503-566-2132.

Save the Date: Friday, December 6 at 5:30PM

Helping raise nearly $3 million since it began in 1990, the Gala of Trees has supported the efforts of many nonprofit organizations serving children in need in Marion and Polk counties. We are proud to continue this legacy of caring for the youngest among us as the host of the annual Gala of Trees.

Contact Julie for sponsorship opportunities or Kat for event questions!

To update your information or email address please contact Laura at lstovin@familybuildingblocks.org.