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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Things I Am Not Afraid to Tell You

When I first wrote this post several months ago, I received tremendous feedback, ridiculous amounts of traffic on my sites (if you blog, you know that’s a good thing :), emails, etc.

It’s intention was a public prayer; a manifesto of sorts, to help me release my fears and self-limiting beliefs.

Calling things out by their names does remarkable things for the spirit. It creates such a powerful reaction in your mind and it makes room for change, if that’s what you are after.

I felt so proud of the many women and men who contacted me after that post and expressed how they too were owning their fears with the intention of living better lives.

You see, if my words, my experiences can give someone else permission to want to make any kind of shift in their lives to change for the better...that my friend...is an answered prayer.

As I’ve sat here several times this week, gathering my thoughts, reflecting on the past year mixed with all the emotions of the 2 mayor events that have happened in my area within the past 2 months...I know for sure, Iam Am Not afraid to Tell You my thoughts, prayers, hopes and dreams for a blessed 2013.

Things I am Not Afraid to Tell You:

I believe in God. Period.
That I celebrate Christmas and I respect how you wish to spend your Holiday Season.
That your God is just as important as my God and that even if you wish to believe in a rock and worship it as your source of faith or energy (whatever you wish to call it), that I respect that and am hopeful for our world because at least you believe in SOMETHING greater than what we are.
That regardless of your beliefs “a strategy” isn’t going to shift what we all know is ‘missing’ in this world unless we realize that HUMANITY is not set apart by intelligence. That the things that humans do that really makes us different are not related to our IQ. That because we laugh, cry, create art, sing and enjoy music, appreciate beauty, feel guilt, have sympathy, and express a spiritual dimension, we bring great things into the lives of others in a constantly changing way.
That because we are connected to each other in more ways than we will ever know (the message behind Enchanted Makeovers), TOGETHER WE CAN ONLY ACHIEVE MORE (the message behind The Entrepreneurial Think Tank for Moms).
That prayer has always been my source of strength and power to live in a state of love, respect, empathy,radical compassion for others and kindness.
That I see YOU, regardless of your possessions or your status and I respect you because you are as valuable on this earth as I am.
That I don’t speak gray (right, Jalanda James? :).
That I pray (fiercely) that with every action I take, I am doing right by my children, because my legacy is theirs.
That I am aware of the gifts I have been blessed with and that if I dim my light (the message behind It Is In All of Us), I am showing my children what that looks like and I hope and pray for them to better human beings than I could ever be.
That I fear judgement and I am aware of the judgment that will come from this post BUT my anchor is my Faith and I will continue to roll with the punches.

I hope you and your loved ones have a wonderful Holiday Season. Here's to and for a hopeful and blessed 2013!

'Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.'

Psalm 27:1

Vanessa Coppes

Sunday, December 16, 2012

"We Are In This Together"

We Are In This Together

I am one of the weeping citizens that Pres. Obama mentioned in his speech tonight. I have cried frequently during the last 48+ hours and without hesitation carry as much of Newtown's sadness that I can bear. I can tolerate the idea of loosing one of my nieces or nephew to such a tragedy for only seconds at a time. That thought brings with it a pain that has no words. It is a sensation that I can bear for as long as one can hold their hand in a fire. But tonight so many are unable to remove their hands from this fire.

Since Friday 12/15 at about 2:30 pm I have wept, I have prayed, I've written; I've taken time to experience deep meaningful gratitude. I have sat with an overwhelming sensation of gratitude for my family, my health, my abilities, and for the very full and influential life I have already led.

I have also, again, seen humanity at its best.

One individual's loathing of life has sparked an entire nation's appreciation of life.
One individual's poisonous hatred has ignited a nation's love, compassion, and sympathy.
One individual's fierce rage has quieted a nation for countless moments of reflective silence.
One individual's malignant jealousy has filled a nation with gratitude and thankfulness.
One individual's incessant feeling of helplessness has caused a nation to act.
One individual's destructive evil has compelled millions to seek goodness that is greater than themselves.

If happiness, joy, strength, gratitude, compassion, hope and love can be experienced during times of struggle, adversity, and heartache then you have found each of their true meanings.

xo
Michelle

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

"The List"

UPDATED: 12/4/12

Even more ... CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY!!! :)

There are VOLUNTEER opps in every community! Please see groups in location where you want to donate your time! :)

Go through it carefully to find what you are looking for ... Hope it helps!

PLEASE ADD - any orgs or corrections I missed to the comments section below and I will be updating this post regularly! Thank you!!!

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Christmas/Holiday

http://www.facebook.com/OperationSandyRelief
http://www.facebook.com/OperationSandyClaus
http://www.facebook.com/pages/NJ-Hurricane-Sandy-Christmas-Giving-Connection/428784863841296
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hurricane-Sandy-Adopt-a-Family-for-Christmas/262063393917218
http://www.facebook.com/pages/East-Rockaway-Hurricane-Christmas-Toy-Drive/460590717317120
http://www.facebook.com/ChristmasForHurricaneSandyVictims
http://www.facebook.com/groups/GiftsforGerritsen/?ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.facebook.com/Santaclauseiscoming2town
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hurricane-Sandy-Holiday-Toy-Drive/281511811951811?ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.facebook.com/OperationSandyChristmas
http://www.facebook.com/SecretSandy
http://www.facebook.com/events/126448734177240/
http://www.facebook.com/HolidayToysForChildrenAffectedByHurricaneSandy
http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/1XY8NPRI95GVY/ref=cm_sw_su_w

'Balls to the Wall': Make the Process Your Goal and The Dream Will Follow

The power of our minds amazes me everyday.

Mental perceptions become a part of who we are regardless of being aware of them or not. They affect how we think, how we respond, and how we act.

They create our belief systems, our cultural mores, our philosophies and habits. And we carry suggestions over from our genetic heritage, from our culture, from our parents and other family members, from friends and enemies, and from what we have read, seen and experienced.

We carry suggestions from our environment and from all of the various institutions to which we are connected to directly or indirectly.

Many of us tend to overlook the importance of tapping into a deeper level of self perception.

I get it, it's not your everyday conversation to discuss the challenges we face each day. I am aware that you don't get to work on Monday and say "Good morning (insert co-worker name here), how did you handle your fear of judgement this weekend?"... I agree: AWKWARD!

But here's the truth, the more you avoid facing, discussing your challenges, the more you avoid reaching your full potential.

The truth is that those uncomfortable conversations, that purging of whatever it is you are struggling with, will only make room for abundance, growth and yes, success.

Get this: self improvement, self growth DOES NOT EQUAL self absorption.

Remember how this movement was created: "Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our greatest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, talented, fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be?..."

Here are 6 tips to get you on the Self Improvement Path:

1. Keep a Schedule: It is a very good idea to write down what you have to do each day. As you complete them, check them off. However, don't feel like you are bound to your list.

2. Take a Break and have Fun: If you spend too much time in front of the computer, at your desk, or doing whatever it is that your occupation requires, you should take a break. Try to make better use of your non-work time to do something fun. It will refuel you and help you get what needs to get done with a more productive attitude.

3. Be Generous: Generosity comes back. This does not mean only giving money; you can be generous with your smile, your advice, and as many of us here have, find a way to help others in your community.

4. Accept the things you can’t Change: When something bad happens in our lives, we try to fix or change them. Sometimes we can’t. This sometimes leads us to spend hours moping and falling into depression. If you accept the things you cannot change – you will be a happier person. Acceptance allows us to find ways to deal with these situations much faster.

5. Break the Chain: If you have patterns in your life, take a risk, try breaking them and do something different every day. Not only do you broaden your experiences of life, you open up doors for the future.

6. Face the Fear: Several years ago, I started living with a 'Balls to the wall' kind of attitude; doing something every day that I didn’t want to do – or felt uncomfortable doing. I know it's different for everyone, but we all have small steps we can start to take towards facing our fears.

7. Live for the Now: Don't fall into the 'would'a, could'a, should'a pattern'. You know... that list of things you've been meaning to do...GO DO THEM.

"For me, the path to success was never attaining wealth or celebrity. It was about the process of continually seeking to be better, to challenge myself to pursue excellence on every level. The question I ask every day is the same as it's always been: How much farther can I stretch to reach my full potential? What I know for sure is that it's only when you make the process your goal that the dream can follow." Oprah

Don't wait for life to continue happen, grab it by the horns and live. Michelle and I have created this space so you will continue to find the tools, the motivation and the support you need to find and/or continue to live life with that drive that is in all of us.

We want to 'meet' you! Join our Google Hangout on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 9pm. CLICK HERE TO JOIN US!

Vanessa Coppes

NEW JERSEY VOLUNTEER OPPS updated 11/18/12 8:00 am

New Jersey Volunteer Opps Updated 11/18/12 8:00am

Please try to bring work gloves, work boot, and respirator masks with you!

Thank you!

http://www.jerseycares.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Search_Page?p=vct
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NJ Volunteer and Donation Exchange

http://www.facebook.com/NJVolunteerExchange

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/pub?key=0AmdYcWCQuSO7dE9HVjZqTDUyc0dhcmhxZk5lcWV0NFE&output=html

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Union Beach Hub @ the Union Hose "Firehouse Grille"
1224 Florence Ave Union Beach, NJ 07735
Updated today 1pm

Details: NEEDS/REQUESTS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Muck-out volunteers - please come with muck-out supplies, if possible (OSHA N95/N92 face-masks, waterproof boots, waterproof work-gloves, hazmat suits (or at the very least heavy-duty work clothes you can throw away; and clean clothes, of course), tarps, garbage bags, crow-bars, headlamps, batteries). Kitchen volunteers - nespecially in morning, to prepare food for regional distribution, for volunteers, and for residents. More needed on weekends. Long-term volunteers are invited to camp at this hub, which is run by the Rainbow Superstorm Sandy Response. Please be respectful of the norms of the camp. Be sure to bring very warm clothes, as this is a cold, windy, wet, coastal spot. Bring your own tents and sleeping bags. This camp is located at the site of Union Hose Fire Company #1, at the invitation of the firehouse, so there should be no problems from local authorities. The camp is providing a vital service to the local community without taxing limited local resources. SUPPLIES NEEDED: OSHA N95/N92 face-masks, waterproof boots, waterproof work-gloves, hazmat suits, heavy-duty work clothes, tarps, waterproof plastic bins, crow-bars, headlamps, batteries, garbage bags. Food is always welcome (extra can be sent to other parts of the state), though the camp is incredibly well supplied. If you plan to bring or send tons of stuff, check in with the P.O.C. on the ground first to ensure they have capacity to receive it.
Times: 24/7
Contact: Allie (732) 616-0978
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Church of Grace and Peace

1563 Old Freehold Road
Updated yesterday 12pm
Details: NEEDS: Non perishable food items, PB&J, Shelf Life Milk, Cleaning Supplies (trash Bags, brooms, mops, rubber gloves) VOLUNTEERS: 2 orientation sessions: 7:30AM & 12:30PM. Volunteers are then assigned to their tasks.
Times: Opens 7:30am
Contact: Tammy (732) 349-1550 x204
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Long Beach Island/Manahawkin Hub @ King of Kings Church

1000 N. Main St. Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Updated today 2pm
Details: NEEDS/REQUESTS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Volunteers are needed all day for lots of SORTING & PACKING, and some local distribution of goods and services. King of Kings Church has fielded a huge and impressive operation. They have heated showers in a trailer behind their gymnasium, which is full of clothes. Their sanctuary is full of food and supplies, and they have a medical clinic complete with free doctors' hours. They are working with other organizations in the area to help Long Beach Island recover from its devastation. As their capacity grows, volunteers will be needed for other tasks, but for now there is a great need for packing, sorting, and local distribution. There is also a need for ORGANIZERS to come help streamline this massive operation. If you're interested in temporarily relocating to the area to organize on behalf of Occupy Sandy, please contact OccupySandyNJ@interoccupy.net to arrange local housing. SUPPLIES: Non-perishable food items. Baby supplies (food, diapers, formula, clothing). Childrens' clothes. Medical supplies. Waterproof bins. Safety equipment & muck-out equipment (OSHA N95/N92 FACEMASKS, waterproof boots, waterproof work gloves, hazmat suits and/or heavy-duty overalls, tarps, waterproof plastic bins, crow-bars, headlamps, batteries).
Times: Open all day
Contact: No need to call in advance, for the time being
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Long Beach Island/Manahawkin Hub @ King of Kings Church

1000 N. Main St. Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Updated today 2pm
Details: NEEDS/REQUESTS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Volunteers are needed all day for lots of SORTING & PACKING, and some local distribution of goods and services. King of Kings Church has fielded a huge and impressive operation. They have heated showers in a trailer behind their gymnasium, which is full of clothes. Their sanctuary is full of food and supplies, and they have a medical clinic complete with free doctors' hours. They are working with other organizations in the area to help Long Beach Island recover from its devastation. As their capacity grows, volunteers will be needed for other tasks, but for now there is a great need for packing, sorting, and local distribution. There is also a need for ORGANIZERS to come help streamline this massive operation. If you're interested in temporarily relocating to the area to organize on behalf of Occupy Sandy, please contact OccupySandyNJ@interoccupy.net to arrange local housing. SUPPLIES: Non-perishable food items. Baby supplies (food, diapers, formula, clothing). Childrens' clothes. Medical supplies. Waterproof bins. Safety equipment & muck-out equipment (OSHA N95/N92 FACEMASKS, waterproof boots, waterproof work gloves, hazmat suits and/or heavy-duty overalls, tarps, waterproof plastic bins, crow-bars, headlamps, batteries).
Times: Open all day
Contact: No need to call in advance, for the time being
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Long Beach Island/Manahawkin Hub @ King of Kings Church
1000 N. Main St. Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Updated today 2pm
Details: NEEDS/REQUESTS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Volunteers are needed all day for lots of SORTING & PACKING, and some local distribution of goods and services. King of Kings Church has fielded a huge and impressive operation. They have heated showers in a trailer behind their gymnasium, which is full of clothes. Their sanctuary is full of food and supplies, and they have a medical clinic complete with free doctors' hours. They are working with other organizations in the area to help Long Beach Island recover from its devastation. As their capacity grows, volunteers will be needed for other tasks, but for now there is a great need for packing, sorting, and local distribution. There is also a need for ORGANIZERS to come help streamline this massive operation. If you're interested in temporarily relocating to the area to organize on behalf of Occupy Sandy, please contact OccupySandyNJ@interoccupy.net to arrange local housing. SUPPLIES: Non-perishable food items. Baby supplies (food, diapers, formula, clothing). Childrens' clothes. Medical supplies. Waterproof bins. Safety equipment & muck-out equipment (OSHA N95/N92 FACEMASKS, waterproof boots, waterproof work gloves, hazmat suits and/or heavy-duty overalls, tarps, waterproof plastic bins, crow-bars, headlamps, batteries).
Times: Open all day
Contact: No need to call in advance, for the time being
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New Covenant Community Church
701 New Hampshire Avenue
Updated yesterday 9am
Details: Needs volunteers to clean out homes in Atlantic City. Team of 10 can finish a house in about 2 hours. Dispatching teams at 8:30am.
Times: Start at 8am
Contact: Debbie Feliciano (609) 601-1299
More info
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New Hope Baptist Church
106 Sussex Avenue Newark, NJ 07103
Updated Nov 11, 12pm
Details: Help with unloading; filling orders; organizing donations Urgent needs: Baby Formula Water Food Warm Clothing - especially baby/adults
Times: 24/7
Contact: Katt (973) 687-0308

BROOKLYN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (11/18/12 6:30am)

Brooklyn Volunteer Opportunities (11/18/12 6:30am)
If there is a contact info at the bottom of the listing I urge you to call or email before going- there is soooo much information out there, sometimes people don't update! :)

For more info go to:

http://interoccupy.net/occupysandy/locations/
http://peoplesrelief.org/volunteer/

Tunnel to Towers
Brooklyn Relief Centers
2648 Gerritsen Ave
Gerritisen, Brooklyn
917-232-4069
Distribution 24/7
Office Open everyday 9a-4p

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Tunnel to Towers
Brooklyn Relief Centers
IKEA (Red Hook)
One Beard Street
RedHookVolunteer@gmail.com

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St Jacobi Lutheran Church
5406 4th Ave.
Updated Nov 13, 1pm
Details: URGENT: Jacobi has run out of supplies as of 11/12. Adult Diapers, baby wipes, blankets, warm socks. Cleaning supplies – Bleach, Ammonia, Mops, buckets, brooms dustpans, and Contractor Bags, Spray cleaner (fantastic,lysol), sponges and rags. NO KITCHEN TRASH BAGS. Paper Towels & Shammies, Disinfectant wipes, First Aid stuff – neosporin, aspirin, tylenol, ibprofen and other OTC drugs, nasal spray, Batteries, Flashlights, Tarps, granny carts, shopping carts, wheelbarrows to transport goods to homes, Faces masks, working gloves and respirators, Gas, & Gas Cans (ideally filled with gas). Generators, Warm socks, Body soap, Shampoo and conditioner, Toothpaste/toothbrush, Sandwich/gallon ziplock bags. Vinegar, blankets No more donations after 7. No more volunteers after 8. Large donations should call in advance: (347) 470-4192.
Contact: Ronnie (646) 353-5194

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Church of St Luke & St Matthew
520 Clinton Avenue (between Fulton & Atlantic)
Updated yesterday 1pm
Details: Needs: salt, shovels and restock of cleaning supplies – brillo pads, drain covers, bleach, disposable gloves. REQUESTS: SANDY BACKPACK Backpacks w/ School Supplies for kids in Rockaway Beach Bring a backpack with school supplies to the Clinton Hill site (520 Clinton) for distribution. Supplies Needed: * Notebooks * Pens / Pencils * Markers * Folders * Etc Warm clothes, flashlights/candles, fresh produce/bread/eggs/milk to cook, non-perishables. We are accepting donations of tools & Industrial cleaning supplies: hard bristle brooms, flat shovels, long handled squeegies, rubber suits, rubber boots, 3M masks, heavy duty contractor bags, wheel barrows, headlamps, work gloves, simple green, string mops & industrial mop buckets
Times: 9am – 9pm
Contact: (347) 770-4520

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Red Hook Headquarters
480 Van Brunt #3 (second floor, above Fairway)
Updated Nov 7, 1pm
Details: For goods donations/requests and inventory needs
Times: 9-5 daily
Contact: (347) 770-1528 redhookrecovers@gmail.com

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St. Mary's
192 81st Street & Ridge Blvd.
Updated Nov 15, 12am
Details: VOLUNTEERS: Needed Tuesday - Saturday, 10a - 5p. Looking for 4 chefs per day. People who can do full days preferred. People with culinary experience, and can be efficient in a small space preferred. NEEDS: Food: Barley, Quinoa, Brown rice, Pasta, Egg noodles, Flour, Sugar, Dried cranberries, Dried apricots, Tortillas, Dried: lentils, split peas, Cooking liquid, Boxes of white and red wine, Guinness stout Canned: Tomatoes, Canned beans (any), Better than Boullion soup base, Peanut butter, Tuna, Salmon, Canned chicken, Jam, Relish, Tahini, Roasted red peppers, Artichokes, Olives, Capers, Tofu, Baby Corn, Water chestnuts, Canned chiles, Olive oil, Canola oil Meat: Whole uncut pieces of meat we can break down ourselves are fine. Seriously- any cheap cut of meat will do. No offal. Pork shoulder, Ribs, Stew beef, Ground beef, London broil/skirt steak, Chicken thighs, Bacon, Ham, Hot dogs, Sausage Vegetables: Onions, Potatoes, Carrots, Celery, Garlic, Sweet potatoes, Apples Frozen: Edamame, Spinach, Pearl onions, Green beans Dairy (prefer gift cards for these items): Milk, Cream, Cream cheese, Eggs, Parmesan cheese Miscellaneous: Paper bags, Take out containers (pints and quarts), Ziplock bags, Aluminum pans with cover, Aluminum foil, Plastic wrap, Sandwich baggies, Deli paper, Latex gloves Will also need LOTS of fresh produce Supplies: Note that we'd be happy borrowing any of this from restaurants who are not using them, and will return after the holidays. Cambros or insulated bags for steam pans, Racks and sternos, Large Gatorade coolers for soup, Hotel pans, Baking pans, Kitchen spoons, Ladles, Measuring cups, Cutting boards, Knives, Colander, Stock pots, Rondo, Sautée pan (large), Grill pan, 2 metro racks, Spreaders/butter knives, Dishes/scoops
Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10a - 5p
Contact: Kitchen Contact: Allison (718) 909-2434; Organizer from 520: Joshua (347) 213-4656

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Center of Kaiser Park
Neptune Ave - Bayview Ave, W. 24 St. - W. 32 St. Brooklyn
Updated yesterday 10pm
Details: Volunteers in Coney Island should come to this location for training first.
Times: 10:30am - 5pm Daily
Contact: peoplesrelief@gmail.com
More info
http://peoplesrelief.org/

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Gowanus Community Center // operated by FUREE
420 Baltic St, between Hoyt and Bond (in the middle of the block, on the south side)
Updated Nov 10, 6pm
Details: NEEDS: Flashlights, batteries, candles, gloves/scarves/hats. Hot food (before 6pm only), canned food and pantry items: Updated supply requests at facebook.com/FUREEous. VOLUNTEERS: throughout the afternoon/evening for meal deliveries.
Times: 12:30pm-8:30pm, especially in the latter half.
Contact: Valery Jean (valery@furee.org, 347-806-6435) or Lucas (lucas@furee.org).

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Red Hook Headquarters
480 Van Brunt #3 (second floor, above Fairway)
Updated Nov 7, 1pm
Details: For goods donations/requests and inventory needs
Times: 9-5 daily
Contact: (347) 770-1528 redhookrecovers@gmail.com

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Sheepshead Bay Pop Up Recovery Site
Brown St & Emmons Ave
Updated Nov 16, 11am
Details: Volunteers needed to help residents clean out their homes, remove debris from homes and yards, staff a sidewalk distribution site, and go door-to-door doing needs assessments. People who can do heavy lifting and people with construction and mold removal experience especially required. Supply needs: Laundry detergent, hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, borax, sponges, mops, paper towels, heavy duty black garbage bags, masks, working gloves, water, flashlights, batteries, dog and cat food, similac baby formula.
Times: 10 am- 5 pm everyday
Contact: sheepsheadbayrecovers@gmail.com

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Saturday, November 17, 2012

The Good Morning Update! (11/17/12 8:00 AM) :)

1 - Volunteer Opps; 2 - Donation Sites; 4 - UPDATED List of resource pages

Its the weekend!!

(If I missed anything PLEASE add to comments and I will get the info in this post! -Thank you)

PLEASE READ THROUGH AND SHARE VIA LINKS AT THE BOTTOM OF POST OR FB SHARE!! THANK YOU!!

THERE IS A LOT OF INFORMATION HERE! Please go through carefully to find what you are looking for!! :)

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1. Volunteer Opportunities:

A)

Staten Island Recovery:
1718 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10305
All Weekend!
Clean-up
Demo
Distribution
Food distribution
etc.

IF possible please bring:
Respirator Masks
Work Gloves
Work Boots
Contractor grade Garbage Bags
etc.

B)

NYC - Service

http://www.nycservice.org/#s

C)

Rebuild Staten Island

http://www.facebook.com/events/579468552082792/

D)
Demo supplies and labor volunteers are needed at 626 Midland, tomorrow and for a while...

If anyone can help meet these needs, let me, or Mike Loco Hoffman, know for details.

Thanks so much,
Rose Duggan
904.588.5880
rose.m.duggan@gmail.com

E) http://www.tunneltotowersrun.org

F)

Great Organization!! Rebuild Staten Island!

927 Patterson Ave. in Midland Beach.
Just keep your eye out for the big Rebuild Staten Island tent. See info in link below

http://www.facebook.com/events/579468552082792/

G)

NJ Volunteer Exchange

http://www.facebook.com/NJVolunteerExchange

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2. Donation sites:

A)
Peekskill Area:

With the holidays fast approaching we don't want to forget about the children who have lost so much during hurricane Sandy.
Rescuestuff Inc.
962 Washington Street
Peekskill, NY 10566
We will be collecting new, unwrapped gifts to be distributed. Please help the Children have the best holidays they can.
Drop off during business hours. Mon-Fri 10-6 and Sat 10-1
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B)

Hurricane Sandy Relief - People still need your help and will for some time. THE FULL MOON SALOON is collecting Food, Clothes & most of all Supplies needed for those who have nothing. We will be collecting whatever you can donate up until the 21st, that is Thanksgiving Eve. Let us try and convey the true meaning of Thanksgiving....Full Moon Saloon is located in Bay Ridge at 8309 5th Avenue. Thanks:)

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C)

Please see video to better understand their needs!!!

http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news%2Flocal%2Fnew_york&id=8884585&fb_source=message#comments&status=ok

The Action Center:
The Action Center Needs your Help!
http://www.theactioncenter.com

Needed:

All types of non-perishable food
School Supplies
Baby wash
Wipes
Rash cream
Baby tylenol or the like
Baby powders
All Cleaning supplies (including hydrogen peroxide and white vinegar)
Small space heaters

We would like them to go to:
the Action Center
57-10 Beach Channel Drive
c/o Aria Doe NY NY 11692
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C)

St. Clare's Parish SI, NY --- See their webpage for LOTS of Details!!

http://www.stclaresi.com/sandy

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E)

UES DROP OFF

HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF
DONATION DROP OFF POINT

Hammers; Crowbars; Tools; Work/Rubber Gloves
Heavy Duty Garbage Bags/Pails; Shovels; Mops Push Brooms; Scrub Brushes; Sponges; Buckets; Bleach Clorox Wipes; Paper Towels; Toilet Paper Toiletries; First Aid Supplies; Face Masks Headlamps; Flashlights; Batteries; Extension Cords; Hand Warmers; Baby Food/Supplies; Water; Cough Medicine; Easy to Prep/Eat Food Gatorade; Juice; Pet Food; Laundry Detergent; Plastic Eating Ware; Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Detectors; Wheel Barrels; Step Ladders

Molly Pitcher’s Ale House
85th Street & 2nd Avenue

Sunday November 18th 10am-2pm

www.facebook.com/UESDropOff
www.twitter.com/UESDropOff

https://www.facebook.com/events/418777054856056

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See flyer on page of link below!

There are 5 donation sites all over the city there

http://www.tunneltotowersrun.org

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3. List of Resources

LIST OF FB PAGES, GROUPS, WEBSITES SORTED BY LOCATION!

Go through it carefully to find what you are looking for ... Hope it helps!

PLEASE ADD - any orgs or corrections I missed to the comments section below and I will be updating this post regularly! Thank you!!!
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Thanksgiving

http://www.facebook.com/HurricaneSandyThanksgivingAdoptAFamilyForDinner?ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.sandythanksgiving.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/NJ-Hurricane-Sandy-Thanksgiving-Dinner-Connection/428784863841296
http://www.facebook.com/SandyFamilyHolidayDinner

St Charles in Oakwood heights Staten Island is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for all those affected by the storm Thanksgiving Day from 12- 3 pm 200 Penn Ave Staten Island, ny 10306. All are welcome no reservation is needed.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Afternoon Update! (11/16/12 1:00 PM)

Saturday, November 17, 2012

The Good Morning Update! (11/17/12 8:00 AM) :)

1 - Volunteer Opps; 2 - Donation Sites; 4 - UPDATED List of resource pages

1. Volunteer Opportunities:

A)

Staten Island Recovery:
1718 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10305
All Weekend!
Clean-up
Demo
Distribution
Food distribution
etc.

IF possible please bring:
Respirator Masks
Work Gloves
Work Boots
Contractor grade Garbage Bags
etc.

B)

2. Donation sites:

https://www.facebook.com/events/418777054856056

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See flyer on page of link below!

There are 5 donation sites all over the city there

http://www.tunneltotowersrun.org

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3. List of Resources

St Charles in Oakwood heights Staten Island is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for all those affected by the storm Thanksgiving Day from 12- 3 pm 200 Penn Ave Staten Island, ny 10306. All are welcome no reservation is needed.

A perspective on the damage inflicted by Sandy

This will give you a new perspective on the damage inflicted by Hurricane Sandy... Roll over pictures to see after images.

It gave me chills ...

http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/news/weeklynews/nov12/ngs-sandy-imagery.html

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Here is a lengthy but EXCELLENT EXCELLENT article! Worth the time to read

Here is a lengthy but EXCELLENT EXCELLENT article! Worth the time to read

Please keep in mind there will be long term psychological affects of this! We need to keep an eye on ourselves and on our friends...

1-800- LIFENET is a great resource! Please use to find mental health support!

http://nolaslate.blogspot.com/2012/10/unsolicited-advice-to-northeast-in.html

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Evening Update! (11/14/12 12:50 AM) 1 - Petition; 2 - Donation Sites; 3 - Volunteer Opps; 4 - List of resource pages

Evening Update! (11/14/12 12:30 AM)

1 - Petition; 2 - Donation Sites; 3 - Volunteer Opps; 4 - List of resource pages

PLEASE READ THROUGH AND SHARE VIA LINKS AT THE BOTTOM OF POST OR FB SHARE!! THANK YOU!!

THERE IS A LOT OF INFORMATION HERE! :)

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1. Petition:

Please consider singing.

Change the name of Yetman Avenue to Angela Dresch Avenue

http://bit.ly/RWAqqU

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2. Donation sites:

A)
Hurricane Sandy Relief - People still need your help and will for some time. THE FULL MOON SALOON is collecting Food, Clothes & most of all Supplies needed for those who have nothing. We will be collecting whatever you can donate up until the 21st, that is Thanksgiving Eve. Let us try and convey the true meaning of Thanksgiving....Full Moon Saloon is located in Bay Ridge at 8309 5th Avenue. Thanks:)

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B)
Please see video to better understand their needs!!!

http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news%2Flocal%2Fnew_york&id=8884585&fb_source=message#comments&status=ok

The Action Center:
The Action Center Needs your Help!
http://www.theactioncenter.com

Needed:

All types of non-perishable food
School Supplies
Baby wash
Wipes
Rash cream
Baby tylenol or the like
Baby powders
All Cleaning supplies (including hydrogen peroxide and white vinegar)
Small space heaters

We would like them to go to:
the Action Center
57-10 Beach Channel Drive
c/o Aria Doe NY NY 11692
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C)

St. Clare's Parish SI, NY --- See their webpage for LOTS of Details!!

http://www.stclaresi.com/sandy

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D)

UES DROP OFF

HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF
DONATION DROP OFF POINT

https://www.facebook.com/events/418777054856056

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Sunday, December 16, 2012

We Are In This Together

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

UPDATED: 12/4/12

Even more ... CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY!!! :)

There are VOLUNTEER opps in every community! Please see groups in location where you want to donate your time! :)

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Saturday, November 17, 2012

The Good Morning Update! (11/17/12 8:00 AM) :)

1 - Volunteer Opps; 2 - Donation Sites; 4 - UPDATED List of resource pages

1. Volunteer Opportunities:

A)

B)

2. Donation sites:

3. List of Resources

St Charles in Oakwood heights Staten Island is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for all those affected by the storm Thanksgiving Day from 12- 3 pm 200 Penn Ave Staten Island, ny 10306. All are welcome no reservation is needed.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Saturday, November 17, 2012

The Good Morning Update! (11/17/12 8:00 AM) :)

1 - Volunteer Opps; 2 - Donation Sites; 4 - UPDATED List of resource pages

1. Volunteer Opportunities:

A)

B)

2. Donation sites:

3. List of Resources

St Charles in Oakwood heights Staten Island is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for all those affected by the storm Thanksgiving Day from 12- 3 pm 200 Penn Ave Staten Island, ny 10306. All are welcome no reservation is needed.

This will give you a new perspective on the damage inflicted by Hurricane Sandy... Roll over pictures to see after images.

It gave me chills ...

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Change the name of Yetman Avenue to Angela Dresch Avenue