Category: Philanthropy, Humanity
Craft Society Salon
Libertie Barkley
77 3rd Avenue WN
Kalispell 59903 United States
4067523501
craftsocietysalon@gmail.com
Story
Dynami Omorfia
The show, with a Greek theme, was created to be our outlet for creativity while we raised money for the HEART Locker Program. With our effort of planning the show, we were able to donate 100% of the ticket sales, silent auction and raffle, raising over $5000.00 for the program.
Homeless Student: homeless children and youth as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.
About 10 years ago, one of our clients, a senior high school student, was ready to walk with his fellow students to receive his diploma. Just before, he was told he was one half credit short. He was able to get his half credit that summer and receive his diploma. We had found out later what effort he put into his senior year. He had been couch-surfing, sleeping in his car, working, and going to school. All on his own. This was when we first heard about the devastating situation our community has.
HEART Locker Program kalispellheartprogram.org
The HEART Locker: is a facility which acts as a “store” to receive donated clothing, hygiene products, bedding, and school supplies. It is only open to students, at NO cost to them. It is open to all students in K-12 and the only rule is to take what you need and use what you take.
HEART Locker Learning Center: is a location which allows students a quiet, safe, and productive space for schoolwork, studying, finding part-time employment, connecting with resources, and experiencing a sense of community.
Heart Markets: act primarily as a supplemental means for students in need of something to eat after school.
Heart Locker Funds: is used to aid students and families in distress. In every situation, all other options are exhausted before considering the use of funds. Every dollar of the HEART Fund goes to helping students in need.
We also came to learn during our show, one of our employees had used the support of the HEART Locker Program, finished high school and is now going to beauty school. We are very proud of her.
Timing
After 8 months of planning, creating, and promoting, we had our show the first Friday of February 2021. Over the years we have contributed to support our community through shows, volunteering and donating services to help charities raise money. This is who we are and will continue to do so.
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