Nancy Moore, Director of Counseling at Families First
NANCYS RESOLUTION
When Nancy decided to make a resolution to help children and families, she knew she wanted to incorporate her resolution into her everyday routine. So, she resolved to purchase at least one item for a family in need whenever she goes grocery shopping for herself and her family.
WHY THIS RESOLUTION?
In Nancy's words: "I feel very lucky to have a built-in, simple way to give to others on a regular basis. It is good that each and every time I am doing such a basic, routine activity--grocery shopping--I am able to take a few seconds to think of other people and what they might like to eat. How great is that?"
So far, Nancy estimates she's purchased about 5 to 6 grocery bags worth of food since January. She primarily purchases non-perishable food items such as tuna, cereal, rice, pasta, juice, soup, canned fruits and vegetables and, sometimes for a treat, potato chips.
Nancy donates the food to a non-profit her church supports--Community Action Center--and to residents at Families First transitional housing. We're sure the children and families appreciate the small extra step she takes.
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Donate monthly to Atl Union Mission : lisaka (0 comments)
I resolve to donate monthly to the Atlanta Union Mission. I always donate on holidays and when I remember in between but I will do it on a regular basis starting today. I will also spread the word about your organization and encourage others to make a commitment as well. September 30, 2009 16:51
Learning the art of communication : wlittle (0 comments)
This resolution isn't so much for the community, as it's a personal resolution for my wife and I. You see, we did always end up on the same page with our interpersonal communication and my resolution is to improve it. And, I'm proud to say, we're on our way to reaching our goal! August 14, 2009 23:44
key spouse : akamom (0 comments)
assist Air Force spouses and their families with any issues that come p while their spouse is deployed to Iraq. Be support for families who are far from home and new as a military spouse. March 12, 2009 02:39
Fundraiser : mollynevins (1 comments)
Team up with local photographers to throw a big mini-session part and donate our profits to Familes First :) March 11, 2009 17:18
Photoshoot! : mollynevins (0 comments)
Donate my photography services to families who would normally not have the chance this year to have portraits done. March 11, 2009 17:16
Support forYoung Moms : vnsimon (1 comments)
My organization "Mothers of Virtue Ministries, Inc." will partner with local community center and school guidance counselors to provide support to young mothers. - Promote their self-esteem through Real Talk sessions, one-on-one guidance and mentorship opportunities.
Yoga Teacher : Gabrielle vonRumpf (0 comments)
Teaching yoga to people with low self-esteem. February 28, 2009 22:07
Expand and support a community conversation about the importance of strong families : kimanderson (1 comments)
Initiate and support a strategic, inclusive grassroots, community based conversation about our families, children and communities and the need to focus our attention and support our most vital resource-healthy, strong families and children . February 28, 2009 05:10
Raise awareness and funds for Families First programs : rebeccacrawford (0 comments)
I plan to raise awareness for and donate to Families First programs that promote child well-being, such as foster care and group homes. February 18, 2009 18:27
Speaking Against Bullying : kmh7390 (0 comments)
I plan to travel to local high schools in my hometown, starting with the high schoolt hat I graduated from and speak on bullying. I would love to bring in guest speakers that have been bullies, been bullied and people that have been affected by the result of bullying. Lastly, I want to encourage those who are bullying or those who see it and don't say anything to step up and stop or finally say something to those that continue to bully other people. February 17, 2009 20:42
Etiquette : Nelly (1 comments)
I noticed that many college students are in college to learn, grow, and become responsible adults. One quality I feel college students lack is professionalism. As a college student it is important to present yourself in a proper manner. My solution is to start a club on Eastern University's campus that will teach etiquette classes to all who are interested. We will touch on all aspects of behavior (i.e. eating, business, manners). February 17, 2009 20:07
Up and Out : ZAConway (0 comments)
My plan is to create a group that raises awareness about the life after Prison. The idea will be to have a relationship with these soon to be out of prison inmates. My hope is to create a program that can will support prisoners that will soon be out in the world through relationships, hope, and new education, to help them stay out of the prison they have just come from. February 17, 2009 15:49
Code Blue Generation : Amadly (1 comments)
I plan to help out the children in the community that I grew up, and currently live in; Camden. These kids are consistently being exposed to drugs, violence and abuse. What I plan to do is to volunteer with Urban Promise to try and provide these kids with a facility of love and safety. There, we will teach the kids about the importance of an education and how to achieve greatness in their own community. We will show them love, support, and friendship so that they can look up to a better examp... February 17, 2009 13:53
Battling Eating Disorders and Building Body Image : jtaylor3 (0 comments)
I plan to give support to young women who suffer from eating disorders and help them build back a healthy body image. February 17, 2009 04:53
Lack of interracial and intercultural interaction and knowledge at Eastern university. : defsuccess (1 comments)
At Eastern I have seen that the campus is some what segregated. Different races have limited interaction with one another and they also are very ignorant to other cultures and their history. I plan to........... February 17, 2009 04:43
Tutoring Underprivileged Kids : aprescott5 (0 comments)
I plan to tutor inner city kids that may bad home lives or less than ideal living situations. Some kids may not have anyone to help them to understand their homework and motivate them to get good grades in school. I want to use my education to help them take their education further February 17, 2009 04:39
Scaling Down Eastern : Skohr (1 comments)
To help students at Eastern University choose healthy meals at our dining commons and other on-campus dining area's. Along with providing an exercise club that will give students the opportunity to further stay in shape. February 17, 2009 04:37
Video/photography project to raise awareness : lallen2 (0 comments)
This summer, I want to raise awareness about homelessness in my area. Water Street Rescue Mission located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, that serves the area's needs for those who need it. This includes from providing shelter to helping individuals get their lives on the right track. I have volunteered here for a number of years. Through my volunteering, I got to know several people and hear their stories. I would like to take their stories and capture them through film and photos. A friend of m... February 17, 2009 04:00
Sex Trafficking : Bethany Edgett (1 comments)
I want to raise awareness at my college to the sex trafficking that is taking place in our own backyards. There is more slavery today than there ever has been in human history. This brutal slavery of poor and vulnerable children and women is one of the cruelest injustices imaginable. I will make jewelry, create a blog, tell friends, and donate money to this cause. February 17, 2009 03:47
Mature Material in Child Television Programs : cathrynnegrace (0 comments)
I believe that television programs targeted towards young children, such as Disney Channel and Nickelodeon, contain material that is too mature and therefore innapropriate for the intended audience. I am going to write to the CEOS of the two companies explaining the issue and asking that they strongly consider editing out the adult material from their shows. February 17, 2009 03:39
Retreat for Young Women : BetterFly (0 comments)
I plan to help Young teens to build their self-esteem in God, and Help them on their road to purity February 17, 2009 00:23
Homeless in the Septa Suburban Station : anglotim (0 comments)
I have spent time with the homeless in Septa Suburban Station. One of the problems I have noticed with the Homeless is not enough resources to help them make a first step out of homelessness. I want to create a resource card to guide and help the homeless living in Suburban Station. February 16, 2009 23:51
Be Kind - Become an In-Kind Donor Today
The needs of families and children we serve are great and those needs continue to soar as the economy slips further downward. One way that you can help is to donate new or gently used items to benefit the families we serve! A detailed list of items needed, categorized by family demographics, can be viewed on the Families First web site by Clicking here.
