UPCOMING EVENTS
It felt so nice to type that sentence!!
We have missed seeing everyone and connecting over food, wine and conversation. We had hoped to be able to host in-person events and get back to “normal” in 2021. However, since COVID-19 will be in our lives for a little while longer, and your safety is our priority, we will be hosting virtual events for the first quarter of 2021.
REGISTER TODAY JOIN US ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 8, 2021 for the 9th Annual DECADES House Party R&BINGO online Edition. Join us for a virtual game of bingo - instead of numbers on the bingo board, these boards will be some of your favorite R&B artists. Prizes will be awarded to the first person to get
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STAY TUNED FOR A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT IN JANUARY FOR OUR 2021 UNITY BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION AND SMALL BUSINESS SHOWCASE.
TENTATIVE DATE: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2021.
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We are grateful to our network for allowing us to connect the dots of their real estate transactions. Thank you to our clients and our friends who referred us to network!
WE appreciate and value your trust in our services. We look forward to growing together in 2021. #HomeOwnership
Thank you from Gigi, Rhonda Howard,
Mary Perales & Taylor Moorman
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END OF YEAR COLLECTION DRIVES
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IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO LEND A HELPING HAND IN 2020!
These non-profit organizations need your donations to bring some joy to local families.
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THE NEED: COLLECTING $25 GIFT CARDS FOR WALMART AND TARGET FOR THE FAMILIES WHO ALL OURM HOME.
Drop off donations to OURM, ATTN: Tanneka Guice, Visit their website at http://www.ourm.org -
The Mission provides for immediate physical needs – including food, clothing, and shelter – however, our programs are designed to lead the homeless to permanent independence built on a personal relationship with Christ.
SPECIAL SHOUT OUT TO CENTRAL FLORIDA MEDICAL SOCIETY for choosing OURM as their holiday party charity partner. They raised over $500 for gift cards. Visit their website to find a black physician in your area!
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HEALTH CARE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS
THE NEED: COLLECTING FOOD ITEMS AND HYGIENE SUPPLIES FOR THEIR FAMILIES.
165 candy canes
Toiletries: Shampoo, Conditioner, Deodorant (male & female)
Soap/body wash, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Floss sticks
Toilet paper, Flushable wipes, Cleanser, Air freshener, Cleaning supplies
Socks (male & female)
Gift cards - McDonald’s
Food items: Any type of pop top cans such as ravioli, Spaghetti O's, beans and weenies, mac & cheese, premade rice and noodle packets, pasta & sauce.
Drop off donations to HCCH, ATTN: Roxanne Beardmore , Visit their website at Health Care Center for the Homeless (hcch.org)
Health Care Center for the Homeless (HCCH) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to providing the health care needs of the homeless and uninsured residents of our community in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. Founded in 1993 by Dr. Rick Baxley, we began as an evening medical clinic at a local homeless shelter in Orlando, Florida. Over the years, we have grown to address multiple areas in health care, centralized within our main clinic building, Orange Blossom Family Health, located just a few blocks west of downtown Orlando. To better serve our community, Orange Blossom Family Health also offers primary medical care through multiple satellite locations in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties.
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IF YOU PREFER TO MAKE A MONETARY DONATION, please consider making an end of year donation to one of the local, grassroots non profit organizations. TGI and United Foundation are dedicated to empowering the next generation of future leaders. Hannibal Square is dedicated to creating permanent affordable housing to increase home ownership in the minority community.
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AS WE END THIS YEAR, PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES.
Many entrepreneurs suffered this year and many of us were forced to pivot. It is with your support that local mom and pop (and kid) businesses will not only survive, but, thrive in 2021.
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SINCE WE MISSED SHARING BLACK RESTAURANT WEEK ORLANDO RESTAURANTS, please consider visiting these restaurants during the holidays and into 20201:
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