Hello ,
I wanted to let you know about some news that you might be interested in. Also, PLEASE forward this to anyone who lives locally that you think may be able to benefit from either event.
We are hosting two wonderful events geared towards helping families in our community. As you know current economic conditions have many families struggling to stay afloat. With the holidays approaching quickly many people are wondering how they will afford to give Christmas to their children. We were in the same boat last year and struggled so hard we could not afford Christmas gifts for our 3 children (we have 4 now). Had it not been for some generous people who gave to our family, our kids would have had nothing under the tree.
The year has been better to our family and we want to give back to our community! The first event will be held at Firesale in the Kingston Shopping Center (Rogers, AR) this Saturday, Nov 6th from 9am to 3pm. We will host a clothing drive and giveaway called “The Clothesline”. it’s our 2nd annual event. People can just show up and they will be given an opportunity to come and select some free clothing for their family members. Last year we gave away over 8,000 articles of clothing to over 1200 families.
We’ve teamed up with some local charities to make this event possible. Anyone wishing to make donations to the event can drop them off Friday evening or early Saturday morning before the event starts. (just use the contact info provided in this email to make arrnagments for drop offs) We have an urgent need for coats, CLEAN shoes and children’s clothing items. Donations need to be CLEAN and sorted, folded and presented ready to give. Please, no dirty or soiled items- nothing with stains or damage.
As an added bonus, we will be hosting another event Nov 15-22 in Springdale at the Ozark Center Point shopping center. It is a children’s consignment event geared towards the holidays. Our purpose is to give struggling families and opportunity to make some money to boost their Christmas budgets and also find great bargains on new and gently used items like: baby/children’s clothing, toys, furniture, gear, Christmas decorations and more. Anything to make a child’s Christmas a littler merrier!
Those who are interested in consigning can sign up for a free account at our website and enter items into the system from the comfort of their own homes. Simply enter them, tag them, drop them off and pick up a check at the end of the week. This will give may families the ability to get caught up on some bills and purchase gifts for their children. The sale is open to the public after a short private sale held for volunteer workers and consignors.
Items left over from the children’s consignment event will be given to needy families in our community.
More info for the clothing drive can be found at http://www.firesale-llc.com
And more info for the White Elephant Exchange Holiday Children’s consignment event can be found at http://www.whiteelephantexchange.net
Anyone needing more info on either event can also email firesale@carbonstar.net for more info, or call 479-899-5474.
Thank you for your consideration. Looking forwards to a great holiday season and opportunities to share in the season of giving!
Desiree Finkbeiner
Event Promotions
479-899-5474
