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Sweet Dream In A Bag

Newsletter

September 2015

 
 Providing New Bedding, Caring

and Love to Children in Transition

Thank You Note from the Program Director:   "The Denver Rescue Mission and the STAR Program families are so very grateful for the gifts of bedding to the youth in our program.  I speak for the parents and children when I say a big THANK YOU!!  They absolutely loved receiving such a thoughtful gift of much-needed bedding.  You have provided exactly what your name states:  "Sweet Dream In A Bag."  We are thankful for your kindness and desire to help those less fortunate.  The Denver Rescue Mission will always be grateful for all you have done to help us and the familiies in the STAR Program.  Keep up the good Work!!"



 

What an Encouragement

 

This is a story, when I think of it -- it brings tears to my eyes.  
We know a young man, just going into middle school, who decided that this summer he wanted to start saving for a car so when he turned 16 he would have enough to purchase it. His Grandfather has helped him set up a Lawn Mowing Business and he shared with his grandson that there are 3 S's when you start making money. (1) Spend a little (2) Save a little (3) Share a little.  Logan has come with his Grandparents to several Packing Events and has felt that Sweet Dream is a great organization -- so he presented Sweet Dream with a check!  What a gift of love and caring.....what a tender and giving heart he has....we are so touched!  

WONDERFUL ACHIEVEMENT

 Lilyann  (right) and Leah (left), Girl Scouts, have helped Sweet Dream at many different events and earned their Bronze Girl Scout  Award!  It is always wonderful to see young people get excited about making a difference in their community!!  Sweet Dream loves to be part of helping young people achieve their goals!  

FIRST GIFTING IN ALAMOSA 

Four volunteers from Denver, drove 4 hours to bring Sweet Dream bags to Alamosa's children.  20 beautiful children were able to choose their own Sweet Dream Bags!  There were over 25 volunteers from the Kiwanis Club, Key Club, CKI Club, Optimist Club and bank employees....what an evening....the pictures tell it  all.....

IMPORTANT DATES:

Sept. 17, Thursday, start 6:30 pm

"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
Father Judy’s Alumni Families
St. Dominic Catholic Church,
2901 Grove St., Denver, CO 80211 
Right off of Federal and 29th
(Volunteers needed)
 

Sept. 18, Friday, start 1:00 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
VOA Rainbow Head Start Program
3416 Bruce Randolph Ave, Denver 80205
(Volunteers needed)

 
Sept. 19, Saturday, start 9 am
"Packing Event”
Bethany E-Free Church, 6240 S. Broadway,
Littleton, CO  80121
Starts: 9 am – 12:30 pm
A light lunch is served about 11:15 –plan to stay! (Everyone Welcome!!!)

 
Sept. 22, Tuesday, start 6:30 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
Mt. Loretto Family Housing Apartments
3101 S. Federal Blvd, Denver  80236
(Volunteers needed)

 
Sept. 24, Thurssday, start 6:30 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
Salvation Army Lambeth Family Shelter
2741 N. Federal Blvd, Denver  80211
(Volunteers needed)

 
Sept. 25, Friday  8 AM
"Wells Fargo Union Station Celebration”
Presentation to Sweet Dream
of ‘Challenge Grant’ Check
1920 Chesnut Place, Denver  80202


Oct. 3, Saturday, start 1:00 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
Holly Park Apartments/Mercy Housing, 5524 E. 60th Ave, Commerce City   80022
(Volunteers needed)


Oct. 5, Monday, start 6:30 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
Warren Village, 1300 Gilpin, Denver 80218
(Volunteers needed)

 
Oct. 9, Friday, start 1:00 pm
"Treasure Time Gifting Event”
VOA Bright Stars Head Start Program
321 S. Yates St. , Denver 80219
(Volunteers needed)

 
Oct. 17, Saturday, start 9 am
"Packing Event”
Bethany E-Free Church, 6240 S. Broadway,
Littleton, CO  80121
Starts: 9 am – 12:30 pm
A light lunch is served about 11:15 –plan to stay! (Everyone Welcome!!!)

 
Nov.  21, Saturday, start 9 am
"Packing Event”
Bethany E-Free Church, 6240 S. Broadway,
Littleton, CO  80121
Starts: 9 am – 12:30 pm
A light lunch is served about 11:15 –plan to stay! (Everyone Welcome!!!)

  
NO ‘’PACKING EVENT” IN DECEMBER   

Jan. 16,2016, Saturday, start 9 am
"Packing Event”
Bethany E-Free Church, 6240 S. Broadway,
Littleton, CO  80121
Starts: 9 am – 12:30 pm
A light lunch is served about 11:15 –plan to stay! (Everyone Welcome!!!)

 
Reminder:  There will be Treasure Time Gifting Events added as agencies set dates, check our website and look at CALENDAR! www.sweetdreaminabag.org
Please--- if you can help with any Event call Susie 303-507-2098 or email: Susie@sweetdreaminabag.org 

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Agencies  

Access Housing/Commerce City

Alternatives to Violence/Loveland
Angel House/Loveland
Castle Rock Women's Crisis Center/Castle Rock
Coalition for the Homeless /Ren. at Lowery
Coalition for the Homeless/ West End Flats
Coalition for the Homeless/Renaissance 88
Coalition for the Homeless/Ren. Blue Spruce
Coalition for the Homeless/ Stout Street Flats
Colo. House/Partners in Housing-Colo Springs
Crossroads Safehouse/Trans. Housing-Ft.Collins
Decatur Place Transitional Housing
Denver Rescue Mission Star Tran. Housing
Extended Hands of Hope/Avanti House
Family Tree Housing & Family Services
Family Tree Crisis Center
Father Judy's House
Fostering Hope Foundation/Colo. Springs
Gateway Women's Shelter
Greeley Transitional Housing
Hope Communities/California Street
Hope Communities/Hidden Brook
Hope Communities/Thrill
Humbolt Archdiocesan Housing I
I Am Academy
Jefferson Co. Attorney/  Family Violence
Jefferson County Head Start
LaPuente House/Alamosa, CO
Mercy /Springfield Ct. Apt./Ft. Collins
Mercy/Holly Park Apartments
Mt. Loretto Family Housing
Open Door Ministries
Pasada Family Shelter/Pueblo
Pasada Rio Sacramento/Pueblo
Salvation Army Lambeth Center
STRIDE Transitional Housing
VOA Brandon House
VOA- ECEC Head Start
VOA DAV Families
VOA Family Housing Program
VOA Rainbow Head Start
VOA Young Mothers
Warren Village
Warren Village First Step

As you look at this list you will realize just how much these children need your help and caring to make their lives a little more cozy and give them something to call their own!

Needed:
  • Twin Sheet Sets

  • Baby Quilts

Together we can
make a Difference!
Schedule You Next Event
Directors and Case Workers schedule your next Sweet Dream Event --- Fall will be here before we know it.  Email: Susie@sweetdreaminabag.org and secure a date!
Sponsoring a Packing Party
Does you work, church or club want to sponsor a Packing Party and get everyone involved? Susie would love to share how to do that and can come share about Sweet Dream with the group so everyone understands and is excited about this great opportunity!  Susie:303-507-2098
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Our mailing address is:  9249 S. Broadway, Unit 200, Suite 198, Littleton, CO  80129


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