The Children's Cabinet - November 3, 2021 Newsletter

November 3, 2021

Sharing the Thankfulness

Once again it seems that this year has flown by and it is a little unbelievable that it is already November. Recently, there has been a lot of media coverage regarding supply chain issues, coupled with the alerts to shop early for gifts. While things related to the pandemic seem to be trending in the right direction, COVID is still a presence in our daily lives. I know I am waiting for the day when we are able to refer to COVID as an endemic because I have recently read that when experts declare we have reached that stage it should mean a return to more normal life; and, although COVID may still be present, an endemic indicates the impact is manageable.

I find November and December to be a bit fast and furious between work and social obligations, visits with family and friends, out-of-town guests, and all of the related festivities. Do you have a way to help deal with some of the stressors related to the holidays? I’ll share one of my favorite reliefs…Hallmark movies. Yep, for me, this is the ultimate escape because each one includes some sort of romance, an inn or a bakery, snow at just the right time, and always a happy ending. For me, when stress gets high, I find a couple of hours to escape to a Hallmark as it always makes me smile and a bit relaxed. Take a minute to think about the things that bring you comfort, joy, and a smile, and make sure you carve out time for that activity, I guarantee it will keep you moving forward during the crazy days! Whether you take a walk, listen to music, soak in a tub, or watch a movie, do what you can to take good care so that you are able to maintain the best version of yourself for the whole season.

Read on for some great resources for families in need of Thanksgiving resources as well as a new workshop The Children’s Cabinet is providing to help parents connect with teens. We hope to see many of you at the Wobble Before You Gobble 5k on Thanksgiving morning, and we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving filled with making great memories.

Thank you for your continued support.

Kim Young

Executive Director

Thanksgiving Food Resources

Throughout the state, there are resources available if you need assistance with a Thanksgiving meal. Please visit the website below:

Northern Nevada:

Southern Nevada:

Will You Wobble Before You Gobble?

Reno’s Wobble Before You Gobble is back and in person this year! The 5K race will occur in downtown Reno on Thanksgiving morning. Run, walk, wobble – whatever you need to do to complete the race!

We are honored to be selected as the nonprofit that will receive support from Desert Sky Adventures. Learn more about race details here.

Connect With Your Teen

The Children’s Cabinet is offering a free workshop to help parents connect with their teens. Using Living Ideation concepts, participants learn how to talk to their teens more effectively, learn how to recognize their teen’s current skillsets and talents, learn how to boost and improve mental health, learn strategies that can help a teen’s mindset, and consider ways to grow their teen’s connections and achievements.

A single workshop is all a parent/caregiver needs to begin this shift. Parents and caregivers can attend as many additional workshops as they would like to get reminders and feedback. All participants are also provided a workbook and wallet card to prompt conversations with their teens.

Ways to Give: #GivingTuesday is Approaching!

November 30 is GivingTuesday 2021!

GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. Created in 2012, it has a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.

The Children’s Cabinet plans to launch our GivingTuesday campaign later this month to inspire donors. Plan to donate November 30, or any day, by visiting us online! And visit our social media platforms for more information!

Donate Online

Rising Hope Festival is on November 6

All teens and caring adults are invited to attend the virtual Rising Hope Festival 2021, powered by Hope Means Nevada.

This three-hour-long LIVE STREAMED event will be filled with inspirational teen performances in music, art, poetry, dance, and conversation around the importance of mental health and peer-to-peer connection.

You can register for this free event by clicking the button below and be sure to learn more about Hope Means Nevada by visiting their website here.

Thank You, October Donors

Janet Albright, in honor of Liz’s Birthday
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carol & Jim Barnes
Andrew Blicharz
Shannon Bonetti & Bukit
Cindy Carano, in honor of Baby Bruno
Children’s Cabinet Stitchers
Clasen Quality Chocolate
Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Dennis & Bonnie Cuneo
Kevin & Joselhyt Day
Michael & Tammy Dermody
Sally de Lipkau
Daniel Duran & Wendy Rubiano
Stephanie Ellis
Bill & Mary Essary
Elizabeth Florez
Archie Gayer, in honor of Sandy Marshall’s Birthday
Savannah Gonsalves
Grand Sierra Resort & Casinos Care
Loretta C. Guinan, in honor of Nicole Dunn
Eve Hall
Sally Hardwick
Shellyn & John Ireland, in honor of Debbie & Marty Martinez

Shannon & Joe Keel
KPS3
Lincoln Electric Foundation
Andrew Marshall, in honor of Sandy Marshall’s Birthday
Sandy Marshall
Lydia & Matthew Meyer
Microsoft Employee & Matching Gifts
NOW Health Group
Terry Parker
Quility
Reno Rodeo Association
Renown Health
Christopher Rojo, in honor of Sandy Marshall’s Birthday
Scheels Employees
Cindy Scott
Snell & Wilmer Fund of the Arizona Community Foundation
Summit Racing Equipment
Lorrel Toft
TriNet & Kids in Need Foundation
Aaron Villa, in honor of Liz’s Birthday
Timothy Welch
Wobble Before You Gobble 5K Race & Desert Sky Adventures
Allyson Wong, in honor of Liz’s Birthday

Our Mission

Since 1985, The Children's Cabinet's mission has been to keep children safe and families together by providing services and resources that address unmet needs through a unique and effective cooperative effort between the private sector and public agencies in Nevada.