Showing posts with label Giving Back. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Giving Back. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Give A Little Love {Valentine's Special}

Valentine's Special $75

Individual Mini-Session
24 Valentines
1 Image File

Every Session also ensures healthy drinking water to one individual for life!




Location: TBD
Weekday Appointments only

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Giving Back {2011}

I have been Reflecting on 2010 and what a blessed year it was not only for our family with the addition of our sweet little girl, the begining of T-ball and pre-school for our boys, and continued growth of our business with fantastic clients!

We have truly been blessed in every aspect of our lives and I feel that I have a direct responsibility to give back and bless others in any way that I can. Last year I had the opportunity to have a very long discussion with the founder of Thirst Relief, a global organization that has made it his mission to impact the lives of communities (specifically families and children) by focusing on one of our simplest and most necessary resources; healthy drinking water.

Through my conversations with Jim (founder of Thirst Relief) I learned so much about what precious a resource it truly is and have made a personal commitment to make an impact.The statistics were heart breaking, but I was delighted to realize the effectiveness of funds when I learned that every $5 will provide clean drinking water to one individual for life! As a mother of three myself, I could not imagine living with a loss or illness of a child simply because they did not have clean water to drink. We will continue to remain active in all our local efforts with non-proffits location right here in Jacksonville, Florida but have decided that this year is the first of many that we will incorporate a global effort and support Thirst Relief with each and every session. Please join me in anyway that you feel led in donation, booking a session or volunteering for any organization that has captured your heart.

For more information about our past and current projects with local, natational and global non-profits and to find out how you can get involved {click here}

To see the current special sessions benefitting Thirst Relief {click here}

Monday, January 17, 2011

Giving Back {Get Involved}

Below are some wonderful non-profit organizations that we are extremely blessed to work with. We have been extremely fortunate to be able to give back and pay it forward, please feel free to contribute in any way that you feel led. God Bless!

Vision Walk
Website: http://www.visionwalk.org/
Mission:To fund sight-saving research.
Important Dates: May 21st 2011
Donate: For Megan
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Brides Against Breast Cancer
Mission: Fulfilling a dream or wish for cancer patients with their families.
Donate: New/ Used Bridal Gowns, Shoes, Veils, Accessories, etc. More Donation Info.
Website: http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
Important Dates: Event Calendar
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F/Stop Breast Cancer
Website: F/Stop Breast Cancer
Mission: Raising Awareness and Funds for research to end Breast Cancer
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Daniel
Website: http://www.danielkids.org/


Mission: To support and provide for children as far as our means and facilities will enable us.
Important Dates: Event Calendar
Donate: Ways to Give

Thirst Relief
Website: Thirst Relief
Mission: To overcome death and disease resulting from the consumption of contaminated water by providing safe, clean drinking water to those in need around the world.
Donate: Online
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Florida Baptist Children's Home
Website: http://www.fbchomes.org/
Mission: Christ-centered services to children and families in need.

PACE Center for Girls
Website: http://www.pacecenter.org/



Mission: Provides education, counseling and training to girls and young women for an opportunity for a better future
Important Dates: Currently Celebrating Their 25th Anniversary!
Donate: Clothing, School Supplies, Prom Dresses, etc. and Online
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Operation Homefront Florida



Website:
http://www.operationhomefront.net/
Mission: Assist military families during difficult financial times by providing assistance in various needs.
Donate: Online

Bands Against Breast Cancer






Website:
http://www.bandsagainstbreastcancer.org/
Mission: To harness the power of music to enable us to raise funds to provide education, awareness and support in the fight against breast cancer.
Get Involved: Online

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Behind the Scenes: Jessica's Headshots

Every time I get to see Jessica it is a little highlight in my day- she is sweet, kind and always has a big smile on her face! Our shoot was no exception and she actually got on to me for making her laugh because her smile was too big- ha! Is there really such a thing as too big of a smile...I think not :)Not only is she fun and smart (ok, the list goes on and on...), she also has a huge heart- recently she headed her first fundraising event for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to benefit the Great Strides Riverwalk! I was so proud of her and also thankful to be able to be able to participate myself in helping her raise money :)Giving back is so important and it does not matter how big or how small- every effort is needed and appreciated...even if all you can offer is a nice BIG smile, do it and you just may make someone's day!


Jess, thanks for your big heart and BIG smile :P

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Another Reason to Smile: Support Breast Cancer Research

She has been my rock and wise counselor for years. She taught me how to be clever, appreciate sarcasm, stand up for myself, stay focused on education and to be more confident in speaking my mind. Now, there's just one more attribute to add to the list of things my big sister has inspired and encouraged me to do...get involved and contribute to something you believe in.

This October my sister, April, is participating in the Breast Cancer 3 Days in Atlanta that supports Susan G. Komen for the Cure. She has committed to raise $2300 by participating in the 60 mile walk! Wow- that just blows me away! Not only is it a commitment of her time and energy of the 3 days, but she has been training for this all summer. She has a full time job, is a wife and is a mother of 2 and somehow manages to keep everyone happy, fed, taxied around, train and have a smile on her face and spring (no pun intended) in her step :) ...yes, in short she is like a modern day Wonder Woman (and has the bracelets to prove it...really, I've seen them!)

I was thrilled when she called me and said the words that everyone loves to hear..."I have an idea"... We discussed different ways that I would be able to help her raise the money to contribute to her overall goal and I am so happy to be able to reveal the new packages that not only preserve family memories but that will also help touch so many lives in the process.

Just in time to get a jump on family pictures for Holiday gifts and cards (or just because), these packages could be just what many have been waiting for. Something that fits the budget and also gives back to support such a wonderful cause!

Mini Sessions $150
Held in the Atlanta Area on Saturday Oct. 3rd, 2009 and in Jacksonville on Oct. 17th, 2009. Session will be approx. 30 mins. and includes the disc of images.

Private Sessions
$350
Can be booked with limited availability through October 20th, 2009. Private Sessions will be held on the date and location of client's choosing (subject to availability). It will last approx. 1-1.5 hr(s) and includes the disc of images.

To learn more about April's 3 Day Walk click here.

To Schedule sessions, please email your desired date and location and someone will be in touch with you regarding the details!

Thank you for taking the time to read about this great event and please share it with all your friends and family- I would love to be able to show my big sis how much support is really out there and just blow right past her initial goal of $2300!!!

Whether you get involved by booking a session, donating, volunteering or participating in events such as these I strongly encourage you to do so to the best of your abilities. We have been blessed in so many areas of our lives and this is just one way to give a little back and ensure that ours and future generations have the same opportunity to receive hope, encouragement and success!