For those of you who know me personally, it isn't difficult to know that I won't hesitate to do something goofy or out of the norm in order to bring awareness for a cause I support. This week appears to be no different.
Lets back up a little bit... last week, I posted about a local DJ who was raising money for the Shasta Womens Refuge. Well, yesterday that same DJ showed up in downtown Redding, and set up camp. He said he wasn't going to leave until he raised $9,470 for his charity. This morning, a few ladies were talking with this local DJ. They said that the company that donated the most would get a professional photo shoot.
Well, Of course I had to go check out and see which businesses had donated thus far. When I got there, the ladies from Hanna and co were still there. I found out that there are three ladies who each have their own specialty. Melissa Bechtel owns Split Endz. Allison Elliot is a makeup artist who has done makeup for people like Rachael Ray. Jessica Hanna is the owner of Hanna and Co.
I mention Melissa, Allison, and Jessica because I told them how I am always looking for ways to bring more attention in my own little way to fighting Breast Cancer. My aunt and Grandma fought Breast cancer when I was in grade school. Luckily they both beat it. Last summer, one of my clients was diagnosed with breast cancer and in support of her, I kept my head shaved while she endured chemo and radiation. And just recently, a teacher of mine in high school was diagnosed with Breast cancer. That bomb has hit many places near to me, and luckily, no one has lost the battle to breast cancer. However, this is a rare story.
And so tomorrow, I will be giving my hair over to them. I'm afraid they have other ideas in mind. But, alas its for a great cause. Stay tuned, I am more than sure videos and pictures will follow.
For now, if you would like to help support Breast Cancer research, you can support a local by the name of Donna Jesmer as she works to raise money for her walk in San Francisco on July 11th. Click here if you would like to donate money for her walk.
Showing posts with label charity. Show all posts
Showing posts with label charity. Show all posts
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Karma, spread it around
The Nice Guy LOVES to hear about popular people doing great things for the community. Today is another great day when I can tell everyone about a popular person doing a great thing.
Tad Shackles is a radio host for Power 94. It's a local hip hop and R&B station that I listen to every morning on my way to work. About a month and a half ago, Tad was doing a radio remote for Make a Wish Foundation and while doing that remote, he was asked to do a local "Dancing With The Stars". The look on his face alone told me he was saying in his head "OH HELL NO PLEASE GOD DON'T MAKE ME DO THIS". Not because he didn't want to dance or help, but because I'm pretty sure he has 3 left feet.
Of course, the Sailor in me said "I DARE you to do it!". Man code states that when a friend dares you, you must accept. So, accept he did. Now he has been practicing with his dance partner and will be dancing on July 10th 7pm-9pm at the Cascade Theater. More details here. All proceeds will go to the Shasta Womens Refuge.
SO, here's the deal. Part of the competition is dancing. The other part is raising money for the event. Tad is going up against some pretty heavy hitters. One contender is from a local casino, and is touting that she will bring in $25,000! Well, Tad has been a great addition to our community.
click here to read more about Shasta Womens Refuge. I am really glad to be part of a community that supports non profits and has companies that are willing to support the cause as well.
While I am not rich, I am donating $20 to Tad and hope to be able to donate more money to him in his endeavors to raise more money for this cause. If you have a few dollars to spare, and want to help women who are in need of a safe haven, please send a check or money order to:
Results Radio
1588 Charles Drive
Redding, Ca 96003
C/O Tad Shackles DWTS
and really, a dollar, five dollars, ten dollars. It all adds up to support a great cause! Thanks for your help!
Tad Shackles is a radio host for Power 94. It's a local hip hop and R&B station that I listen to every morning on my way to work. About a month and a half ago, Tad was doing a radio remote for Make a Wish Foundation and while doing that remote, he was asked to do a local "Dancing With The Stars". The look on his face alone told me he was saying in his head "OH HELL NO PLEASE GOD DON'T MAKE ME DO THIS". Not because he didn't want to dance or help, but because I'm pretty sure he has 3 left feet.
Of course, the Sailor in me said "I DARE you to do it!". Man code states that when a friend dares you, you must accept. So, accept he did. Now he has been practicing with his dance partner and will be dancing on July 10th 7pm-9pm at the Cascade Theater. More details here. All proceeds will go to the Shasta Womens Refuge.
SO, here's the deal. Part of the competition is dancing. The other part is raising money for the event. Tad is going up against some pretty heavy hitters. One contender is from a local casino, and is touting that she will bring in $25,000! Well, Tad has been a great addition to our community.
click here to read more about Shasta Womens Refuge. I am really glad to be part of a community that supports non profits and has companies that are willing to support the cause as well.
While I am not rich, I am donating $20 to Tad and hope to be able to donate more money to him in his endeavors to raise more money for this cause. If you have a few dollars to spare, and want to help women who are in need of a safe haven, please send a check or money order to:
Results Radio
1588 Charles Drive
Redding, Ca 96003
C/O Tad Shackles DWTS
and really, a dollar, five dollars, ten dollars. It all adds up to support a great cause! Thanks for your help!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)