GKTW receive donation
August 24th, 2009 — Ken EmbertonKiwanis Club of Davenport Four Corners president Ken Emberton presents a check to Deya and Caroline of Give Kids The World 
“Hats and Hugs”
August 24th, 2009 — Ken Emberton
This year one of our main projects has been the “Hats and Hugs” this project was started by the late Nancy Liddell the wife of Florida District Governor Dave Liddell. Nancy sadly passed away last summer but her project has carried on. the Kiwanis club of Davenport Four Corners have collected over one thousand stuffed toys for the project, Special thanks to the teachers and students of Loughman Oaks elementary, the students gave away their favorite stuffed toys to help the local children who become involved in accidents and other traumatic situations. The toys were donated to the emergency services in Polk County who in turn give them out to children who are caught up in traumatic situations.Our picture shows the toys collected by Loughman Oaks Elementary. Thanks to all who assisted.
2009 Stuff the Bus
August 20th, 2009 — Ken EmbertonThis was received from Richie today
Our journey began on Monday 8/17 at 11:30 AM. Luis and I drove up to Best Buy and picked up this top of the line Washer & Dryer. I checked the price online for the model and found out the cost is $1,429.00 per item. The LOE received one set and East Cost Migrant Association received another at the Dundee location.
We continue this passage on Wednesday 8/19 at 10:30 AM when we drove up and joined you and Joan to do the shopping for STB. We met at Walmart in Clermont and picked up 1576 items of school supplies for a cost of $ 841.00. Walmart donated $ 50.00 so we spent $ 791.00. Delivery was completed at LOE and they were very much impressed with our donation. Once this task was completed we then drove to Best Buy for the pick up of the third set, this one was donated to ECMA for the Fort Meade location.
So, not only we STB we also provided an additional gift to LOE and the ECMA, so they can stuff their clothes.
In Service With Kiwanis…
Richard A Osso – Zone VIII
Assistant Administrator Key Club
Washer and Dryer
August 19th, 2009 — Ken Emberton
The East Coast Migrants Head Start Project receive their new washer and Dryer
Washers and Dryers
August 18th, 2009 — Ken EmbertonYesterday we took delivery of three brand new washing machines and three brand new dryers. These were generously donated by our very good friends at Davenport Best Buy.
The washers and dryers will be donated to The East Coast Migrant Head Start Project at two of their locations,Dundee and Fort Meade. The third set were delivered by Luis Miranda and Richard Osso to Loughman Oaks Elementary school, Davenport, Yesterday. Thank you so much Best Buy
To learn more about the East Coast Migrants visit www.ecmhsp.org
Stuff the Bus Campaign Update
October 26th, 2007 — GarethAs you know our campaign this year meant that more children were given backpacks containing the necessary stationery for their first great step into Academia. We have also been able to donate 1400 dictionaries over the last year, and have plans for more items for the children at Loughman Oaks Elementary School in the near future. Thanks to all our sponsors of this great project!
Urgent Delivery!!!
More news of Alejandra
October 26th, 2007 — GarethWe have received another letter from Alejandra’s Grandmother telling us of her progress.
News from Alejandra
October 12th, 2007 — Gareth
We have had a letter from Alejandra and her aunt about her progress. If you would like to read a transcript of the letter please click the link below this article.
Alejandra Natalia Reyes is a child we sponsor in El Salvador. We sponsor her via The Christian Foundation For Children and Aging by providing a payment of around $350 per year. We also send her regular letters and small gifts. If you would like to write to Alejandra please ask Ray for her address details. The letter should be simple and brief. Write about activities and special events in your life involving family, holidays,hobbies,pets,favorite foods and the places you visit. Avoid mention of material possessions.
Do mention your friend is in your thoughts and prayers.
You may send a small gift. Make sure this fits in an envelope no larger than 9 x 12 inches weighs less than a pound and is less than 1 inch thick. Larger packages will not be accepted.
Don’t send cash or checks etc! They are often lost or stolen.
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