Day 341: Jumped A Car

After the freezing cold football game, the other Kailee and I were heading to our car when another student asked if we could help give her a jump. Despite the cold, we gave her a hand and helped her get on her way!

Day 340: Face Painting For Military Families

Campfire USA, as previously mentioned, is one philanthropic focus for my sorority. This is an organization that takes the leaders of tomorrow and allows them to lead today. Tonight the girls of group Running Deer helped Santa hand out gifts and candy at the Carousel Christmas Party for military families. Campfire also had a table set up for kids to get their faces painted. Four of my sisters and I played artist for the night and were able to be the volunteer as the face painters.

Now, it was an interesting night because I really have no artistic ability. I blame my brother- he is an incredible artist. No matter the fact, I had an incredible time talking with the families their and even more fun interacting with the kids there. So many of them have such large imaginations. One kid asked if I could paint a frog on one cheek- not my best work- and then proceeded to ask for an EWU eagle on his other cheek. Then there was his little brother that asked for Spiderman…who was shooting a web and attacking a bad guy. Oh my! Well, I'm not sure how well they turned out, but I tried my best! I had so much fun and the girls and I even got to meet Santa and ride the carousel. 

God bless,

Kailee

Day 339: A Million Reasons To Believe

For the past few years at this time, Macy's sets a very special red mailbox out on the sales floor for children to write letters to Santa. For every stamped address letter to Santa, Macy's will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish foundation. Macy's will donate up $1,000,000 for any letter received before December 24th. Each Macy's should have a bright red mailbox somewhere in their store, so keep your eye out!

Tomorrow is National Believe Day. Tomorrow only, Macy's and Make-A-Wish will join together to go above and beyond their original goal. Make-A-Wish will be granting Wishes Across America and Macy's will donate $1 for every letter received, above the existing $1 million limit. This means if 1 million letters are received just tomorrow, Macy's will donate $2 million! That is so incredible! If you are out and about and need to do some Christmas shopping, I suggest you drop off a letter for Santa. No one is ever to old to write a letter to Santa!

God bless,

Kailee

Day 338: Salvation Army & The Red Kettle

We have all seen it. We have all heard it. Every year around this time bell ringers for The Salvation Army stand in the cold ringing their bells; hoping that those who will pass by will drop some spare change in their red kettle. Well, now the red kettle has expanded online. For example, my Uncle Doug is a "virtual bell ringer" and is currently trying to fundraise online. You can donate to his page by clicking here. Online donations must be greater than $5. However, when you are out and about trying to finish you Christmas shopping,  I still highly encourage you to drop your change into an actual red kettle. Remember, every little bit counts.

God bless,

Kailee

Day 337: Donated To The Union Gospel Mission

Recently my mom found that the Union Gospel Mission has a specific place for women and children to go. They are always in need of supplies to keep the women and children warm and well bathed. Online they have a list of items that are needed. When my mom and I found the list, we went to the store and bought hygiene products, school supplies, gloves and socks. In addition, we donated gently used blankets and jackets. As I said, they are always, always, always looking for donations. Now, that the weather is becoming frigid, I highly encourage you to look inside your closet and pull out an old coat or  blanket that you aren't using anymore.

There are locations in both Spokane and Tri-Cities.
The address in Spokane is
1224 E. Trent Ave.
Spokane, WA 99202
Here is a link for immediate needs.

The address in Pasco is
112 N. 2nd Ave.
Pasco, WA 99301
Here is a link for immediate needs.

God bless,

Kailee

Day 336: Campfire Kids & Cookies

This evening several of my sorority sisters helped decorate cookies with a local Campfire USA group. The specific group of 11 kids is also known as Camp Running Deer and located in North Spokane. Together, we decorated dozens of sugar cookies with tasty frosting and heaps of sprinkles- of course. These cookies will now be delivered to a local senior citizens home and Spokane's VA hospital. All of the girls were so willing to help in any aspect and we all had a great time decorating. Several of them may even have a future in dessert decorating. However, I am not one of them, so I will stick to what I know! Overall, it was a very successful evening!

                     

         

God bless,

Kailee

Day 335: Holiday Mail For Heroes

Happy December everyone! Isn't it crazy that we only have one month left in the year? I can't believe that in 30 short days I will have completed my goal of 365 days of kindness! Eek! However, before I celebrate, I have 31 days- including today- to really spread some holiday cheer and make a difference.

We all know that Christmas is quickly approaching and another day to gather with loved ones. Unfortunately, not everyone gets to come home for the holidays. Those who have selflessly chosen to defend our country, will be doing just that and will not get to come home just yet. Well, I wanted to send a little love and appreciation to our soldiers, so I found several holiday cards to send their way. A while back I found a website with an address to send your holiday mail to. This organization will send on your letters and make sure they get in the hands of our heroes.The address is listed below.

Holiday Mail For Heroes

P.O. Box 5456

Capital Heights MD 20791-5456

        

I may not have written a lot in each card, but I was sure to express my gratitude and appreciation in each one. Even if one person is able to draw encouragement from a card, then my job will be done. Hopefully the grateful note from home will be a reminder to those serving, how much our country loves and supports them. I encourage you to write a letter as well. I think we'd all be amazed how far a positive letter goes. If you would like to write a letter, I would also encourage you to do it soon, seeing as it has a long ways to travel! 

God bless,

Kailee