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April 10th, 2011 | Events, News
We couldn’t have done it without you. We’ll be posting photos and video from the event soon. Until then, there’s still plenty to do this month keep the celebration going:
- Our Online Auction continues through April 30. Place your bid on one of more than 50 unique items.
- The Barnes & Noble Bookfair continues online through April 13. We get a portion of the proceesds when you use our special code on checkout.
Thanks again for your support.
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April 9th, 2011 | Events, Giving, News
Saturday, April 9th has been proclaimed “Cheerful Givers Day” throughout Minnesota by our Governor. Here are a few ways you can help us celebrate:
- The Great Minnesota Birthday Party at the Mall of America today from 1-3 features live entertainment, celebrity guests, kids activities and lots more. Join us in person (in the Sears Court) or watch the live video stream at cheerfulgivers.org/live.
- Place your bid on one of more than 50 unique items in our Online Auction (through April 30)
- Buy a book at the Barnes & Noble Bookfair. We’ll get a portion of the proceeds today at the MOA location or through April 13 online.
- Get involved - Learn about other ways to lend a hand and support our mission to provide toy-filled birthday gift bags for less fortunate children.
Thank you and Happy Cheerful Givers Day!
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April 1st, 2011 | Events
You can place your bid on one of more than 30 unique items at Cheerful Givers Online Auction. Proceeds will help provide toy-filled birthday gift bags for less fortunate children.
Here’s just a sampling of items available:
- Get a phone call on your birthday (or the person you choose) from Michael Cuddyer of the Minnesota Twins.
- Minnesota Vikings jersey autographed by Percy Harvin
- Exclusive opportunity for you and guest to be chauffeured in a Bentley to and from Crave Restaurant for dinner
- Xbox Kinect 4 GB Memory Bundle with the KINECT Adventures game
- Gift Card for Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que
- Shoe (size 18) autographed and worn during a game by Michael Beasley of the Minnesota Timberwolves
- Groovy Girls Package from Manhattan Toys
- Basketball autographed by Wayne Ellington & Jonny Flynn of the Minnesota Timberwolves
- Family Portrait Session & Print
- Package from Brio Images & Design
- Ladies Team Twins T-shirts autographed by Minnesota Twins Kevin Slowey, Nick Blackburn and Brian Deunsing
- Overnight deluxe accommodations for two at the St. Paul Hotel
- Teddy Bear Band performance at your birthday party
- Gamin Ride mobile video gaming theater birthday package
- More than 30 unique items!
Place your bid today! Auction ends April 30th.
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March 21st, 2011 | Birthdays, Donations, Events, News
Saturday, April 9th is being proclaimed “Cheerful Givers Day” throughout Minnesota by our Governor, and you are invited to join us at “The Great Minnesota Birthday Party” from 1-3 pm at the Mall of America.
A few hightlights include:
- Elizabeth Ries of Twin Cities Live will be MC
- “Cheer Off” by local high school groups
- Tim Mahoney unveils a new Cheerful Givers birthday song
- Performance by recording artist Kathleen Johnson
- Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders
- Miss Minnesota USA 2011, Miss Minnesota Outstanding Teen, Miss Minnesota Collegiate, Miss Minnesota High School & other local celebrities available for photographs
- Minnesota Twins mascot, TC Bear & Lynx mascot, Prowl
- Coloring contests and face painting for kids
- Experience a Kinect (courtesy of The Microsoft Store)
- Treats and fun for all
Everyone is invited, and if you can’t make it, you can send your birthday present (for kids who don’t get any)via an online donation.
Many thanks to our great sponsors:
Gold Sponsors:
Microsoft Store
The Minnesota Twins Wives Organization
Motorwerks MINI
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans (Central Minneapolis, Northern Dakota & Washington Counties)
Silver Sponsors:
Bremer Bank
Cultural Care Au Pair
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March 20th, 2011 | Donations, Events
Saturday, April 9th is being proclaimed “Cheerful Givers Day” throughout Minnesota by our Governor, and you are invited to join us at “The Great Minnesota Birthday Party” from 1-3 pm at the Mall of America.
A few hightlights include:
- Elizabeth Ries of Twin Cities Live will be MC
- “Cheer Off” competition by local high schools
- Tim Mahoney unveils a new Cheerful Givers birthday song
- Performance by recording artist Kathleen Johnson
- Miss Minnesota USA 2011 & other local celebrities available for photographs
- Minnesota Twins mascot, TC Bear
- Coloring contests and face painting for kids
- Treats and fun for all
Everyone is invited, and if you can’t make it, you can send your birthday present (for kids who don’t get any)
via an online donation.
There are a number of other ways to support Cheerufl Givers in April:
- We’re participating in The Barnes & Noble Bookfair
- Our Social Media Fundraiser runs all month
- We’ll also have an online auction with a number of sport-related items (more details soon)
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March 19th, 2011 | Donations, Events
Once again this year, we are pleased to be a part of a Barnes & Noble Bookfair from April 9-12. It’s easy to participate and support Cheerful Givers.
In Store
When purchasing books on April 9th at the Barnes & Noble book store at the Mall of America, simply say “Cheerful Givers” and we will receive a portion of the proceeds.
Online
You don’t have to be in Minnesota. Visit bn.com/bookfairs from April 9-13 and enter Bookfair ID 10443497 at checkout and you will be supporting our cause!
Please help us spread the word!
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November 21st, 2010 | Events, Funding, News
By Robin Steele
L’Oreal Paris has awarded me the prestigious honor of Women Of Worth, 2010 for my volunteer efforts with Cheerful Givers.
As Founder, I have had the privilege of working with thousands of volunteers over the years who, like me, believe that all children are special and deserve to be recognized on their birthday with a gift from their parents. That’s why Cheerful Givers provides toy-filled birthday gift bags for economically disadvantaged families.
As a recipient, Cheerful Givers has been awarded $5,000.00. I’m thrilled about this amazing recognition and the grant which is so helpful for our charity.
Now Cheerful Givers has the opportunity of winning an additional $25,000. There will be a public online vote for the National Women of Worth from Nov. 8-24. I am one of ten women competing for this award, and the winner will be determined by the greatest number of votes.
Winning an additional $25,000 donation would mean that we could reach thousands more kids with birthday gifts which would also have a positive impact on their self-esteem. Results will be announced on December 10.
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November 17th, 2010 | Events, Giving, News
A big thank you to the 55 individuals who made donations to Cheerful Givers on “Give to the Max Day.” $3,410 was raised which will provide birthday gift bags for more than 300 children. Your help is greatly appreciated!
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November 16th, 2010 | Donations, Events, Giving, News
MAX your contribution to Cheerful Givers today
November 16, 2010 is “Give to the Max Day” in Minnesota and we’re asking our supporters across the nation to participate by making a donation today. Last year more than 38,000 donors gave over $14 million to more than 3,000 charities and nonprofits in 24 hours during Give to the Max Day.
We are participating so that we can increase the number of children we serve whose parents can’t afford to recognize their child with a birthday gift. Our board members have provided matching funds for the first $1,300 raised. In addition, Minnesota Twins player, Michael Cuddyer is donating an autographed pair of his cleats as well as some autographed t-shirts, and The St. Paul Hotel is offering deluxe hotel accommodations for two (valid thru 2011) which will be given as a thank you in random drawings of those who make donations to Cheerful Givers.
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