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May 9th, 2011 | Events, News
Cheerful Givers’ Great Minnesota Birthday Party 2011 from Cheerful Givers on Vimeo.
Thanks to some wonderful singers, dancers, cheer team, celebrities, photographers and volunteers, “The Great Minnesota Birthday Party” which was held at the Mall of America on April 9th, was a great success. Special thanks to our great MC, Elizabeth Ries of Twin Cities Live, and generous sponsors: Microsoft Store, Minnesota Twins Wives Organization, Motorwerks MINI, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans (Central Mpls., Northern Dakota County & Washington County Chapters), Bremer Bank and Cultural Care Au Pair.
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May 3rd, 2011 | Events, Funding, News
Tickets to our Cheerful Givers “Breakfast With the Minnesota Twins” fundraiser sold out nearly a month before the event! However, we now have 2 VIP tickets available.
The breakfast takes place on Saturday, May 28th from 9:30-10:30am at The Chart House restaurant in Lakeville, MN.
Each ticket entitles you to entrance to the event, a pancake breakfast, and an autograph on one item from Michael Cuddyer, Jim Thome, and Glen Perkins.
We will auction 8 total tickets over the coming weeks. 100% of the bid price (after fees) will be donated to Cheerful Givers!
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April 13th, 2011 | Events, News
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
- 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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April 12th, 2011 | News
Please join us in wishing the first Cheerful Giver, our founder and board chair, Robin Steele, all the best on this special day.
It’s also a great time to recall the the inspiration Robin had to start Cheerful Givers in the first place. She started with just 12 bags and the dream that parents living in poverty could give their child a birthday gift. That dream is now a reality as we have distributed almost 400,000 birthday bags (and counting).
We provide toy-filled birthday gift bags to food shelves and shelters so that parents living in poverty can give their child a birthday gift.
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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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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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December 11th, 2010 | News, Press
Robin Steele, Cheerful Givers Founder was congratulated by Hoda Kotb, co-host of NBC’s Today show for being selected one of ten honorees at L’Oreal’s Women of Worth 2010 banquet in New York.
Taryn Davis, Founder of The American Widow Project earned the $25,000 award based on voting.
Robin commented “It was a great honor to receive this award on behalf of the families we serve, as well as the thousands of volunteers and supporters who continue to give cheerfully to those who are less fortunate.”
An article about Cheerful Givers and this award is now appearing on Eagan Patch.
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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!
