12 Dec 2011

Upcoming American Red Cross blood drives December 16 - 31

By Marvin Whittaker

Fulfill Your New Year's Resolution to Give Blood

As 2011 draws to a close, many may reflect on the past year and the New Year's resolutions made nearly a year ago. If 'help others' was included on your list of resolutions, there is still time to help patients in need by donating blood through the American Red Cross.

With your donation this month, the gift of a blood or platelet donation can make an even greater difference. In honor of all December blood and platelet donors, a financial contribution will be made to the American Red Cross annual holiday giving program.

As the new year approaches, take the time to give blood this month and remember to include 'donate blood' on your list of resolutions for 2012. Make an appointment today to make a difference in the lives of others.

How to Donate Blood
Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross
Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation's blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assist victims of international disasters or conflicts.

The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.™

Blood Donation Opportunities:

CARROLL COUNTY

12/20/2011, 12:00 pm- 6:00 pm, Big Meadows Nursing Home, 1000 Longmoor Ave, Savanna

HENRY COUNTY

12/21/2011, 10:30 am- 5:30 pm, Kewanee Hospital, 1051 W. South St., Kewanee

12/28/2011, 2:00 pm- 6:00 pm, First Christian Church, 105 Dwight St., Kewanee

MERCER COUNTY

12/20/2011, 12:00 pm- 6:00 pm, VFW Hall, 106 SW 3rd Ave., Aledo

KNOX COUNTY

12/17/2011, 8:00 am-12:00 pm, Galesburg Blood Donation Center, 143 E Main St, Galesburg

12/20/2011, 12:00 pm- 6:00 pm, Galesburg Blood Donation Center, 143 E Main St, Galesburg

12/27/2011, 12:00 pm- 6:00 pm, Galesburg Blood Donation Center, 143 E Main St, Galesburg

12/29/2011, 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm, Faith United Presbyterian Church, 107 W. Bishop, Yates City

WHITESIDE COUNTY

12/20/2011, 1:00 pm- 5:15 pm, Old Fulton Fire Station, 912 4th Street, Fulton

12/21/2011, 7:00 am- 1:00 pm, Rock Falls Blood Donation Center, 112 W. Second St., Rock
Falls

12/22/2011, 1:00 pm- 7:00 pm, Rock Falls Blood Donation Center, 112 W. Second St., Rock
Falls

12/27/2011, 1:00 pm- 5:15 pm, Old Fulton Fire Station, 912 4th Street, Fulton

12/28/2011, 10:00 am- 2:00 pm, Rock Falls Blood Donation Center, 112 W. Second St., Rock
Falls

The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.™

12 Dec 2011

Salvation Army Volunteer Bell Ringers Needed

By Holly Nomura
Businesses, Club, Churches are Asked to Step Up to the Plate Quad Cities, IA/IL: Hundreds more Red Kettle Campaign volunteer bell ringers are needed to help collect donations at all fifty Quad Cities Red Kettle Locations.

In order to cut costs now and in the future, The Salvation Army needs to have an "army" of volunteer bell ringers. Major Gary Felton states, "The 5-year plan is to reduce our paid bell ringers by 20% each year. Last year, 1,000 hours of bell ringing was covered by volunteers, if we can increase it another 3,000 - we could eliminate the paid bell ringers and save thousands and thousands of dollars. I've been in appointments, namely Green Bay, where volunteers do all of the bell ringing, and we need the Quad Cities can do it."

Louie Alongi of KKJW Engineering Consultants has been coordinating his company's bell ringing activities for years had this to say, "I hope more business leaders will step up to the plate to volunteer and also make a donation on behalf of their employees. Each year, while we are bell ringing, community members will tell us that more businesses and their employees should participate with the Red Kettle efforts of The Salvation Army."

Churches, Service Clubs, Businesses, and other clubs are asked to Adopt a Kettle for a day. Please go to www.ringbells.org for easy sign-up. 82 cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army is used to sustain year-round programs that foster hope, and help change lives.

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12 Dec 2011

SPREAD THE JOY: PEANUT BUTTER FOR THE FOOD PANTRIES

By KROS Radio

SPREAD THE JOY:

PEANUT BUTTER FOR THE PANTRY

DROP OFF JARS OF PEANUT BUTTER AT THESE AND OTHER LOCATIONS:

IN CLINTON, IA

KROS RADIO

BANNER HOME FURNISHINGS

DON'S JEWELRY

CLINTON PRINTING

GATEWAY TRAVEL & CRUISE

BROWNS SHOE FIT

LA FERIA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

IN CAMANCHE, IA

IMPERIAL LANES

CAMANCHE PHYSICAL THERAPY

IN FULTON

HARBORCREST HOME

LOCKHART & LAW INSURANCE

BITTERSWEET SALON / D & M EMBROIDERY

FULTON JOURNAL OFFICE

MOR-HUIZ / RIVER HUIS TRADERS

IN ALBANY, IL

FIRST TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK

JULIE'S CAF>

ALBANY VILLAGE OFFICE

ALBANY MISSISSIPPI CAF>

IN THOMSON, IL

THE STATION

DECEMBER 12 - DECEMBER 16

DONATED PEANUT BUTTER WILL BE DIVIDED BETWEEN FOOD PANTRIES IN

FULTON, THOMSON AND ALBANY, IL and CLINTON AND CAMANCHE, IA

06 Dec 2011

Illini Emergency Dept. is holding their 6th Annual Fill the Rig event this weekend!!

By Kit Miller
The Illini Emergency ambulances will be at the Wal-Mart in Silvis on Saturday, December 10th from 8:30am until 1:30pm to collect your donations to Winnie's Place Women's Shelter. They have been very faithful in collecting donations for Winnie's Place so please show up, do some shopping or donating and let them know we are thankful for their time and efforts! See you there!
06 Dec 2011

The Salvation Army Announces JCPenney Angel Giving Tree Online for 2011

By Holly Nomura
QUAD CITIES, USA: Here in the Quad Cities, and all across the country, an electronic alternative is
available for people who do most of their shopping on-line.

§  Jcpenney and The Salvation Army have joined forces again this Christmas season to spread cheer to
even more children, teens and seniors in need through the Angel Giving Tree online program.

§  From now through Dec. 13, customers will be able to visit jcp.com/angel and participate in an online
version of The Salvation Army Angel Giving Tree program, enabling customers to provide gifts to children,
teens and seniors who, due to financial hardship, may not otherwise receive a Christmas gift.

§  The online Angel Giving Tree program builds on the legacy of The Salvation Army's Angel Giving Tree
program that has been an annual Christmas tradition for more than 40 years.

§  Customers can choose to adopt an Angel in any community by searching by zip code, city and state, age
and gender. The angel adoption process takes less than 10 minutes, which is followed by a confirmation
email that includes the Angel's wish list and information on where to ship your gifts.

§  This year, supporters have the option of adopting 10 or more angels as part of a new group adoption
feature. Adopting angels as a group enables companies, churches, civic organizations or online
communities to manage the group adoption process online by using the "create a group" function on
jcp.com/angel.

§  In order to ensure delivery by Christmas, all adoptions and gift purchases made on jcp.com must be
completed before Dec. 9, otherwise you have until Dec. 13 to purchase a jcpenney gift card.

§  Angel Giving Tree gifts purchased through jcp.com can be shipped free of charge to one of 1,200
Salvation Army collection centers nationwide - putting the entire selection, shopping and delivery process
at the customer's fingertips.

§  Jcpenney is the only retailer to offer Salvation Army Angel adoptions online. In 2010, nearly 70,000 angels
were adopted online and together, jcpenney and the Army hope to far exceed that number in 2011.

§  Each year, The Salvation Army helps more than 4 million people through social service programs during
Christmas. The Angel Giving Tree program is one way a small gift can bring joy to a Salvation Army
Angel this Christmas season.

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02 Dec 2011

All 12 HUNGRY HOBO RED KETTLES: Easy to Find, Hard to Resist!!

By Holly Nomura

For the fifth consecutive holiday season, The Hungry Hobo restaurants in the Quad Cities will partner with The Salvation Army by collecting donations in the iconic Red Kettles throughout the Red Kettle Campagin and into January.

But this year, a 12th kettle has been added in their new LeClaire location complete with a beautiful riverfront view!

These smaller kettles, all donated by The Hungry Hobo, will sit on the countertops of all local Hungry Hobo restaurants collecting change and dollar bills. It is another example of a simple act that can help a person or family in crisis. "Every year, the Hungry Hobo customers astound us with their generosity," states Holly Nomura, Development Director.

When you see a counter kettle at your favorite Hungry Hobo location, please give generously and make sure to thank them for hosting the kettle. "The Hungry Hobo is honored to be able to partner with The Salvation Army to help the needy throughout the Quad-City area," said Pryce T. Boeye, President, CEO of The Hungry Hobo.

In fact, 82 cents of every dollar you put into the counter kettle sustains The Salvation Army's life- transforming programs which include shelter, food and clothing for individuals and families with no where else to turn.

Please dine at the following eleven locations where you can find Salvation Army counter kettles:

The Twelve Hungry Hobo Locations are:

  1. Bettendorf: 2320 Spruce Hills Drive
  2. Davenport: 4810 Elmore Avenue
  3. Davenport: 903 E. Kimberly Rd. (Old Town)
  4. Davenport:1432 W. Locust St.
  5. Davenport: 1640 W. 53rd Street
  6. LeClaire: 1109 Canal Shore Drive
  7. Moline: 4101 44th Avenue,
  8. Moline: 1635 Ave. of the Cities (Browning Field)
  9. East Moline: 4117 Kennedy Drive (Kennedy Square),
  10. East Moline: 1842 18th Avenue
  11. Milan: 902 W. 4th Street
  12. Rock Island: 2532 18th Avenue

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22 Nov 2011

All 12 HUNGRY HOBO RED KETTLES

By Todd McGreevy
All 12 HUNGRY HOBO RED KETTLES: Easy to Find, Hard to Resist!!

For the fifth consecutive holiday season, The Hungry Hobo restaurants in the Quad Cities will partner with The Salvation Army by collecting donations in the iconic Red Kettles throughout the Red Kettle Campagin and into January.

But this year, a 12th kettle has been added in their new LeClaire location complete with a beautiful riverfront view!

These smaller kettles, all donated by The Hungry Hobo, will sit on the countertops of all local Hungry Hobo restaurants collecting change and dollar bills. It is another example of a simple act that can help a person or family in crisis. "Every year, the Hungry Hobo customers astound us with their generosity," states Holly Nomura, Development Director.

When you see a counter kettle at your favorite Hungry Hobo location, please give generously and make sure to thank them for hosting the kettle. "The Hungry Hobo is honored to be able to partner with The Salvation Army to help the needy throughout the Quad-City area," said Pryce T. Boeye, President, CEO of The Hungry Hobo.

In fact, 82 cents of every dollar you put into the counter kettle sustains The Salvation Army's life-transforming programs which include shelter, food and clothing for individuals and families with no where else to turn.

Please dine at the following eleven locations where you can find Salvation Army counter kettles:

The Twelve Hungry Hobo Locations are:

Bettendorf: 2320 Spruce Hills Drive

Davenport: 4810 Elmore Avenue, 903 E. Kimberly Rd. (Old Town), 1432 W. Locust St., and 1640 W. 53rd Street

LeClaire: 1109 Canal Shore Drive

Moline: 4101 44th Avenue, 1635 Ave. of the Cities (Browning Field)

East Moline: 4117 Kennedy Drive (Kennedy Square), 1842 18th Avenue

Milan: 902 W. 4th Street

Rock Island: 2532 18th Avenue

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FCoe Contact: Holly Nomura

Date:  (563) 271-7933

 

 

22 Nov 2011

Lt. Governor Simon and staff to volunteer at food bank

By Kathryn Phillips
CHICAGO - Lt. Governor Sheila Simon and members of her staff will volunteer Monday at the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Simon said this Thanksgiving season, demand for assistance at Illinois food pantries is up, the price of food is increasing and federal funding for food safety net programs is under threat. The Greater Chicago Food Depository is serving 59 percent more people this year than three years ago.

"Whether it is one dollar, one can of food, or one hour of volunteering, we want our donations to add up to no child going hungry this holiday season," Simon said. She and her staff will use voluntary furlough time for this service project.

TIME: 9 to 11 a.m.
DATE: Monday, November 21
PLACE: Greater Chicago Food Depository warehouse, 4100 West Ann Lurie Place, Chicago

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21 Nov 2011

THINGS ARE BLOOMING AT CHRISTIAN CARE

By Rebecca Wheeler
One Small Donation Returns Flowers for a Year

Christian Care, in cooperation with Colman Florists and Greenhouses, is offering a unique fundraising opportunity. For a one-time donation of only $20, you will receive a seasonal bouquet of flowers each month for a year and half the proceeds will go to Christian Care to provide shelter and services for the homeless and survivors of domestic violence in our community. This outstanding value means that you will have the opportunity to brighten up your home or office with flowers while you brighten up the lives of others?all year long.

Every month has its own theme. For example, February's bouquet is Love Bunch, July offers the Sizzling Summer Bouquet and November features the Harvest Bouquet. Each bouquet is sure to bring color, fragrance and beauty to even the darkest day. This offer also gives you access to other great values at Colman. For example, when you buy a half dozen roses, you receive another half dozen FREE! This opportunity only lasts until November 30, so act quickly. For more details, please contact Rebecca at (309) 788-2273 or email rwheeler@christiancareqc.org. Colman Florist and Greenhouses is located at 2754 12th Street, Rock Island, IL and in the East Village in Davenport, IA. You can also visit them on the web at www.colmanflorist.com.

Christian Care is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose vision is to transform lives. Through its mission of providing safe shelter, support and resources, Christian Care empowers both the homeless and survivors of domestic violence to make positive changes in every aspect of their lives.

Christian Care's two facilities?a domestic violence shelter for women and children and a rescue mission for men?serve homeless individuals, victims of domestic violence, veterans, men and women coming out of prison, and those with mental illnesses. Its  Community Meal Site is open to all who are hungry for breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays Monday through Friday and for breakfast and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Breakfast is served at 7:30 AM, lunch at 12:15 PM, and dinner at 6:00 PM. If you know someone in need, call the Christian Care Crisis Hotline at any hour of the day or night at (309) 788-2273.

For more information about Christian Care, please go to their web site at www.christiancareqc.org or visit Facebook at www.facebook.com/christiancareqc.

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21 Nov 2011

The Arc Reschedules Texas Hold'Em Tournament & Sponsors' Gala

By Rick Martin
The Arc of the Quad Cities Area announces it has rescheduled its "Texas Hold'Em Tournament & Sponsors' Gala" from Saturday, November 19, 2011, to Saturday, February 4, 2012. The tournament will be held in the Event Center at Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Rock Island.

The Arc's Texas Hold'Em Tournament features two sessions with limited capacity - the first at 12 pm and the second at 5 pm. Priority placement will be given to all those who had pre-registered for this Saturday's event. Each session will play to 10 winners and the 20 finalists will compete in the Final Round beginning at 9 pm. Buy-in is $60 with a $30 re-buy opportunity limited to the first hour of play.

Founded in 1952, The Arc of the Quad Cities Area serves more than 325 individuals with developmental and other disabilities daily. The Arc promotes living and working in partnership with the community to support individuals with developmental and other disabilities, through a variety of support services.

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