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Club Makes Plans to Support Acres of Hope
The vision of Acres of Hope is to provide a safe family environment and a healthy living program for women with children that sets the foundation of change and breaks the cycle of homelessness. The committee met on March 1 and began planning for the Soroptimist Enrichment Day at Acres of Hope on March 25, 11 am - 3 pm. Presently, there are six families with babies and children under age 12 at the community, and two more families are expected to join them.
When asked how Soroptimist could best support the educational needs of the families, the topics suggested were: nutrition, etiquette (speaking in groups, conversations with women, body language, working, manners), human trafficking and investing. Knowing these interests, we invited them to attend our Human Trafficking Awareness Workshop. The committee is planning fun ways to cover some of these topics with skits or activities during Enrichment Day. The club will also serve a lunch, play games with the women and children, and give out prizes.
All are welcome to join the committee and/or to come help with the Enrichment Day. Let Rae know, so we can all carpool.
In addition, the club plans to purchase more bark for the playground swing set area. After members tour the facility on March 9, we'll be able to determine how much bark is needed.
Show Your Fashion at Acres of Hope Presentation
At the March 15 program meeting, the club will welcome guest speaker Marnel, who is the executive director of Acres of Hope. Members are encouraged to show their support by shopping at the Acres of Hope Renew stores prior to the meeting. Spend less than $20 and model your fashion finds or home accessory at the meeting. President Rae promises that there will be prizes awarded by applause. The Renew boutique and home goods stores are located at 1725 Santa Clara Dr., Roseville.
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