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News from
Community Resource Services
December 2023
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It's not too late to donate to Community Resource Services
2023 Annual Fund Campaign
Help make a difference,
right here at home.
Click Here to Donate
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Last Chance to Win!
There are only 6 tickets left!
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The fantastic Charity Ball committee is raffling off this gorgeous, authentic, Louis Vuitton bag! A true House icon, the NeoNoe bucket bag revisits a 1932 design by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. The original was created to transport bottles of Champagne in style; this modern version in Monogram canvas features a sleek shape, Poppy leather trim and a matching bonded lining. The adjustable smart strap can be slung over the shoulder or lengthened for a trendy cross-body carry. Tickets are $50 each and we are only selling 100!
Retail Value $2,030
For more details about this bag and to purchase your raffle tickets, click here!
The winning ticket will be drawn on Monday, December 18th at 12:00 noon. We will broadcast the drawing live on Facebook at Avon/Avon Lake Community Resource Services.
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Community West Foundation Awards Grants to CRS
The Board of Directors of the Community West Foundation recently approved grants for local nonprofit agencies that align with their mission to advance the health and well-being of our community. CRS is honored to be the recipient of a $10,000 General Operating Grant, as well as a $2,300 grant from the Community West Foundation Community Impact Fund. We are deeply grateful for these generous grants in support of our mission to diminish the effects of poverty in Avon and Avon Lake. Pictured above: Mr. & Mrs. William R. Oatey, donors to the Community West Foundation Community Impact Fund; Martin Uhle, President and CEO, Community West Foundation; Pam Ohradzansky, Executive Director, CRS; Mindy Penn, Grant Writer, CRS.
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Volunteer to be a
Salvation Army Bell Ringer!
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There are still a few shifts available to ring the bell for The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign at the Giant Eagle in Avon Lake. If you are interested in volunteering for a 2-hour shift, please click the link below for more information and to access the volunteer sign-up sheet.
Click here to sign up to be a Bell-Ringer!
More details will be provided after you have signed up. Please email Sheila if you have any questions.
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In a heartwarming story of resilience and gratitude, we highlight one woman's journey from needing assistance from CRS, to spearheading a charitable initiative and capturing the spirit of the holiday season.
Her connection with CRS began many years ago during a challenging period in her life, where she faced financial hardships and relied on the assistance provided by CRS to meet basic needs. Empowered by her own past experiences, she inspired her co-workers to join her in making a difference in the community. Motivated by the belief that every child deserves a magical holiday season, she has taken the lead in organizing a toy drive for Santa's Workshop, a CRS program that ensures all children receive a winter coat, toys and pajamas this season.
Through their collective efforts, they are embodying the true spirit of the holiday season — the spirit of giving, empathy, and the belief that small actions can have a profound impact on the lives of others.
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The family-owned Meijer company is continuing their commitment to hunger relief efforts through the Holiday Simply Give Campaign! CRS is so grateful to partner with the Avon Meijer store for this campaign that runs through Saturday, December 30, 2023. During the campaign, Meijer will invite their customers to purchase $10 Simply Give donation cards that can be found at each register. Through these donations, CRS will receive Meijer gift cards that we will use to purchase items to help keep our pantry well stocked. Thank you in advance for your support of this incredible initiative to help fight hunger in our own community! | |  |
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CRS Charity Ball!
We are excited to announce the 35th Annual Charity Ball which will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Sponsorship opportunities at all levels are currently available! We are also collecting donations to be used in our live and silent auctions. If you would like more information, please click here to email Sheila.
The Charity Ball is our biggest fundraiser of the year! Watch for more information about this fantastic event!
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CRS has been blessed this month with many donations of non-perishable items for our food pantry!Thank you to the following businesses and organizations:
A.L. Boys Soccer, Avenbury Ladies of the Lake, Avon Girl Scout Leaders, Avon High School Save Club, Avon Lake Giant Eagle, Avon Lake Police Department, Avon Lake Presbyterian Church, Avon Lake Student Council, Avon Lions Club, Avon on the Lake Garden Club, Barry Bagels, Child Time, Christ Church Westshore, Girl Scout Troop 50720, Harrington Village Association, Holy Spirit Church, Holy Trinity Parish, Holy Trinity School, Hunger Network Food Rescue, New Westsiders, Rainforest Car Wash, Redwood Elementary First Grade, Redwood Living, St. Joseph Parish, Stevan Dohanos School, Susan's Bakery, Textbook Painting and The Cove.
We are so grateful for all of the donations that help keep our food pantry well stocked. Thank you for making a difference, right here at home!
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Community Resource Services is a responsive, community-based organization whose mission is to diminish the effect of poverty in Avon and Avon Lake. We provide basic needs assistance and individualized resource and referral services in a compassionate and confidential manner.
We believe in a community where every resident is free from poverty.
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Community Resource Services | 440-933-5639 | aalcrs.org
33479 Lake Road, Suite C, Avon Lake, OH 44012
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