For the Newcomers Spring Service Project, we are sponsoring a young woman through the Friends of Foster Kids organization (https://friendsoffosterkids.org/) “Hats Off to Grads” program. Following is some information about Destinie and our project details.
WHO: Destinie, a 17-year-old whose favorite color is lavender/purple, loves Olive Garden & Hook and Reel, and will be attending Macomb Community College. Destinie is the oldest of 7 siblings and was placed in a foster home with one of her sisters. She describes herself as being energetic, caring and curious. She likes to listen to people’s problems and help them work through their issues. She’s not decided on a major yet but she likes learning about history, reading, nature and seeing new things. Her hobbies include swimming, people watching and reading.
WHAT: Newcomers would like to help Destinie have a great send off to college. We have a list of her needs (and a few wants.) Some items may be a little pricey (desk) but we are hoping to get monetary donations so we can join and buy as many as possible for her. Any amount large ($100) or small ($5) will be an immense help to reaching that goal. Of course, you can also pick an item off the list to purchase yourself.
WHERE: Signing up to buy an item, dropping off a purchased item, or acceptance of monetary donations (cash or checks – made out to Troy Newcomers Club) can be done at the following events. – Pickleball, Wednesdays until May 14 from 1:00-3:00, at 6363 Livernois the First United Methodist Church gym – Sylvan Glen Golf at Camp Ticonderoga restaurant following golf (approximately 11:30) on May 8th & 15th If you are not planning on attending one of the events above, please contact either Michele or Kathy and we’ll be glad to arrange for signing up or dropping off!!
HOW: To participate, come to one of the listed events or mail a check made out to “Troy Newcomers Club”, P.O. Box 103, Troy, MI 48099 or make a donation by PayPal by clicking the “Donate” button below.
We are also offering a new, automated way to choose an item! Destinie’s list has been added to a Google spreadsheet which was previously sent to Club members via email. If you did not get that email, contact Michele at service@troynewcomers.com and she will resend it with instructions on choosing the item(s) you’d like to purchase.
WHEN: The deadline for making a monetary donation or signing up to purchase an item is MAY 15. ALL PURCHASED ITEMS MUST BE RETURNED TO MICHELE or KATHY BY MAY 24. WHY: Most of us have family situations that are more stable than Destinie’s. This is our chance to help her overcome the odds and take the next step towards independence. Thank you for anything you can contribute to this worthwhile project, your support is greatly appreciated!
Thank you! Kathy & Michele
Volunteer Opportunity
In an effort to promote our Club and increase membership, Troy Newcomers will be hosting a booth during the Troy Garden Walk event again this year.
Here are the details: Wednesday July 9, 8:30 am – 6:30 pm, Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Rd.
We need volunteers to help staff the booth and let the community know about the great activities and service opportunities are available in our Club.
There are four 2-1/2 hour shifts available. Please see the May newsletter for more details or contact Sandy N. to volunteer or for more information. Thank you for your help!
Rose Awards
Each month, September through May, White Rose Awards are given in appreciation to members serving on the board who have made an outstanding contribution to our club. In addition, Red Rose Awards are given in appreciation to members not serving on the board who have also made significant contributions to our club. Troy Newcomers Club is truly grateful for the time these women take out of their busy schedules and the extraordinary effort they put forth on behalf of our club. Please see the newsletter for more information about these wonderful women.
