Aaron Tippin concert benefits East Tennessee shelter

Aaron Tippin concert will help end domestic violence. CEASE is an East Tennessee domestic violence program that needs to make repairs to its shelter. Aaaron Tippin, Mike Short and Lindsay Jurek putting their talents together to help raise funds for this domestic violence program . The benefit concert is on May 12 at Nolichucky Vineyard in Russellville, Tennessee.

Aaron Tippin benefit concert for CEASE with Mike Short and Lindsay Jurek
Saturday, May 12
Gates open 4:00 pm.
Concert begins at 6:00 pm.
Tickets are available online via Nolichucky Vineyard for $29.95.

If you want a really cool experience you can meet the recording artists, relax during a wine tasting and enjoy some heavy hor'dourves . These tickets are $100 each. How often are you going to be able to meet Aaron Tippin, Mike Short or Lindsay Jurek? With these tickets you can help the shelter and meet the artists!

We have worked with CEASE in the past and are always impressed at the lengths they will go to help victims of domestic violence.

Can you imagine being a mom with a little boy or girl with nowhere to go? It happens. I have seen CEASE create space for clients who desperately needed it - even though they were at capacity. This organization is that impressive.

Buying tickets locally is easy. Just go to:
Nolichucky Vineyard
Hampton Inn of Morristown
The Fret Store
Ingenuity 101
Rix Copies

The Aaron Tippin benefit concert on May 12 can only help
CEASE make necessary repairs if we buy tickets. If the concert is too far for you to travel, then you can still help. It only takes a few minutes to blog about it and less time to tweet or share the press release link on your Facebook page. Donations through ceasefundraising@gmail.com  are also welcome. Helping victims of domestic violence is a cause that we can all get behind. The concert just makes it fun.

Photos from the pancake dinner

 

Here are some photos from the pancake dinner on Tuesday night. We appreciate everyone who came out in the miserable weather to make our event a success!

There were many great positive comments about how our ministry is making a difference. Each of our board members said a few words or read testimonies about our services. This helped everyone understand the full scope of our involvement.

Raising funds to keep us online is important (that's why we have sponsored ads) but events like this one are also important tools for networking. There are some exciting things in the future!

Networking done on Facebook and at the dinner is helping to make a self-defense class happen. Word is spreading about our upcoming teleclasses to train clergy. People volunteered with us for the first time and are going to come back later. Many good things are coming together to help survivors of abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault.

Earlier this year we said that abuse survivors can make 2011 the best year yet. That's what we're seeing and living. Lots more events are on our calendar that will help raise awareness of sexual and domestic violence. More are being added today so keep watching.

Here are a few photos from the dinner that you can enjoy. Find out more about us on our Facebook page.

Tickets are still available for the pancake dinner

Good news! Tickets are still available for the pancake dinner. For $5 per person you get an all-you-can-eat pancake meal with sausage, drink and all the trimmings. Here's the time and date:

Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm

Place: West View United Methodist Church
3545 Middlebrook Pk.

Knoxville, TN 37921

Phone: 865.471.8366

There's going to be a short presentation about Hope for Healing.Org at 7:00 pm. We're also going to give away a few door prizes and generally have a good time. 

Pay for tickets by credit card or Pay Pal, credit card or at the door the night of the pancake dinner. Donations are accepted in lieu of attendance. Let us know ahead of time so we can give the ticket to a client who can't afford to come. Email us at countmein@hopeforhealing.org if you'd like to do that.

It's going to be a fun night. We hope to see you here!

Come to our Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner

You're invited to our first

Fat Tuesday

All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes

to benefit Hope for Healing. Org

Tuesday, March 8 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm

$5.00 per plate.

West View United Methodist

3545 Middlebrook Pk,

Knoxville, TN 37921

Phone 865.471.8366

Pay for tickets by credit card or Pay Pal.

Your generosity pays for all of our programs. 

Come learn about what we've been up to lately 

and pick up information on domestic

violence. Don’t forget to bring friends!

Thanks for the fundraising help UM Churches of Campbell County

Thanks for the fundraising help to the United Methodist Churches of Campbell County. Your support of Wesley, The Movie helped us raise $171.00.

Your help goes toward funding:

• A training on domestic violence or sexual assault
• Feeding Hope Youth when they come to do community service
• Keeping our website and blog online
• Reaching out through our Voices of Hope internet radio program
• Speaking engagements to encourage the hurting
• Brochures and fliers to tell others what we do 
• Puts Christian material into the hands of shelters and transitional programs
• Phone and other office needs.

Our Campbell County participating churches were:

Caryville
Caywood
Fincastle
Jacksboro
LaFollette
Wellspring

We couldn't help others without the generosity of folks like you. Thank you!

NCACSA event in LA postponed

Because of circumstances beyond the control of the National Coalition Against Child Sexual Assault (NCACSA) the fundraiser scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2010 has been postponed.

Blog followers will know that our founder Gayle Crabtree was scheduled to speak at this event. We are hard at work to secure a date that will fit the schedules of both Gayle and the NCACSA.

Look for the updated information here. We'll be posting as soon as details are arranged.

eBay Mission Fish auction helps us raise funds

A huge eBay / Mission Fish auction is helping us raise funds. Head on over to our auction page to check out all of the neat stuff. Most of the listings are by people just like you. These sellers want to help and are donating a percentage of their proceeds to our organization. Plus, the funds from the listings are guaranteed by Mission Fish (eBay's nonprofit solution) to come to Hope for Healing.Org. It doesn't get any better than that.

 Look for the ribbon icon next to the items. This means it's a charity sale! Some of our listings include a poetry book written by a quadriplegic and lots of great items from AmazingStuff2have. We have books signed by our founder plus lots of other auction items that you want to have.

There's lots going on. Why not head over to our Mission Fish site now?

Local Charity Hope for Healing.Org Blogathon Details

Use this isearchigive search engine link to help victims.

The Hope for Healing.Org Blogathon is just around the corner! The event date is set to begin at 8:00 am on Saturday, August 15. It will run for 24 hours. We'll be posting a special blogroll of all the blogs that will be participating.

Participating bloggers will solicit sponsors. Sponsors can pledge to donate a certain amount per blog post made by the blogger or for however many hours the blogger stays awake. Some sponsors will want to make a one-time donation of a set amount.

Our first sponsor has pledged to donate .25 for each post our ED makes in the 24 hour period. Our goal is for each blogger who participates to raise a minimum of $20 each. There is no minimum or maximum amount. Donations can be made via pay pal, check or money order.

Bloggers do not have to write about sexual or domestic violence. While we do hope that participants will choose to write at least one article on sexual or domestic violence it is not required. Bloggers can write about what fits their lifestyle or blog.

Bloggers who do hit the $20 minimum will receive a free set of notecards as a thank you. These have been made by volunteers of Hope for Healing.Org and by Hope Youth.

All proceeds benefit Hope for Healing.Org and will go to our general fund. This helps us pay the rent and other bills.

Please contact us at blogathon(at)hopeforhealing.org to register your blog today.

Look for more details on the Hope for Healing.Org blogathon to come soon!

We heartily thank Blogathon for allowing us to use their name in conjunction with this event, according to their Creative Commons License.

Fundraising Yard Sale Set for Sat. July 16

Use this isearchigive search engine link to help victims.
It begins at 9:00 am - 2:00 pm rain or shine. Come to our ministry center at 3130 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy. Help us raise funds to go toward rent and expenses. Everything in our center is going out at yard sale prices (exception is the program items created by Hope Youth).

We have clothing for men, women and kids. There are knick knacks, household items, kitchen tables, a bedroom set and more.

Come see what we have! You won't go away empty handed!

Hope for Healing.Org Board to Set Fundraisers

Hope for Healing.org Board is in the process of planning fundraisers. These will put the "fun" into fundraising. Volunteers for all events are always welcome. If you are interested (or know someone who is) let us know. We'll be glad to hear from you.

The fundraisers are:

1) Prayer Journaling Spiritual Retreat
2) Yard Sale
3) Summer events
4) Fall Pumpkin Patch with activities.

Also in the works are a gospel sing, auction and of course, Mardi Gras!

Come be a part of the fundraising action. Your involvement will change the lives of juvenile offenders, help domestic violence victims and assist the needy with household items and free clothing.

Contact us today to help.

Mardi Gras Strawberry Plains 2009 Photos are Online!

Wow! Did we ever have fun at the Strawberry Plains Mardi Gras 2009. I'm getting lots of compliments from people who tell me that this was the best year ever. We had a great crew and (as you can tell from the photos) lots of fun!

This photo shows some of the great auction items that were available. There were bath and body baskets, screwdriver sets, truck-tie down sets, crock-pots, jewelry, gift certificates to Amerigo's and Outback Steakhouse, a Jackson electric guitar, Ocoee whitewater rafting passes, items made by Hope Youth and more.

Bojangle's Chicken in Powell was our chicken sponsor. We had a great DJ and lots of fun!

Next year the party happens on Feb. 5, 2010. Mark your calendars now. A party this good is way too much fun to miss!

Strawberry Plains Amazing Pumpkin Patch is Coming

Strawberry Plains Amazing Pumpkin Patch is coming in October. We have just gotten word that about 1,000 pumpkins are going to be arriving.

The patch will be open beginning October 10 from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. School groups are welcome to come earlier. Youth groups can come later. For the older kids we'll be offering a marshmallow roast two nights a week. This can be booked for groups only and makes a great outing.

We'll have craft booths, pumpkin booths, storytelling, music and food. Hopefully, we'll be able to offer hayrides and lots more. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time Strawberry Plains has had a pumpkin patch. All proceeds benefit the ministries of Hope for Healing.Org. Volunteers are welcome. To join in the fun call us at 933.8769.

See you in October at the Strawberry Plains Pumpkin Patch. The fun happens at 3126 W. Old Andrew Johnson Hwy., Strawberry Plains, TN 37871.

Mardi Gras is the last party before the self-denial of the Christian season of Lent.

Epiphany on Jan. 6th (also known as 12th Night) marks the beginning of the season. It concludes on "Fat Tuesday" at midnight.

The colors traditionally associated with Mardi Gras are purple, green and gold. Each color has its own meaning.
Purple = Justice
Green = Faith
Gold = Power, Hope

Masks are associated with Mardi Gras as are costumes and parades.

At Hope for Healing.Org we find Mardi Gras to provide symbolism for survivors. Many survivors of sexual and domestic violence wear a mask to tell the outside world they are ok. They get dressed in costume every day and go to work or take care of obligations when inside they are crumbling.

The color of purple is used worldwide to represent domestic violence or violence against women. Green is the color used commonly in place of teal to represent survivors of sexual violence. Gold has long been associated with healing and hope.

At Hope for Healing.Org we tell survivors "You don't have to hide behind a mask." It is ok to get help and walk away from abuse.

This is why we celebrate Mardi Gras as our annual fundraiser each year. It is in honor of the millions of victims that we serve each year.

Our annual event is on Feb. 6. Tickets are still available.

Local Charity Seeks Volunteers for 5th Annual Mardi Gras Party!

Our 5th annual Mardi Gras celebration happens on Feb. 6. We're still in need of volunteers to help decorate that morning. Volunteers to help serve are also needed. If you or your group have a couple of hours that day call us. We'll be glad to talk to you. This is a fun event!

Tickets for non-volunteers are also avalable for $10 each. Email us for more information or to purchase at gayle@hopeforhealing.org.

See you there!

Strawberry Plains Charity Readies for 5th Annual Mardi Gras 2009 on Feb. 6

Mark your calendars now. Mardi Gras Night Strawberry Plains is set for Feb. 6, 2009 at 7:00 pm. It will be held at the Strawberry Plains Presbyterian Church - the only place in Strawberry Plains big enough for this party!

Activities include:
Silent Auction
Live Auction
Dinner
DJ
Dancing
Cookies
King Cake
Fake Champagne
Strawberries
Crowning of the King and Queen of the Mardi Gras Party
Door Prizes
Raflle Prizes and More!

It's a fun evening that you won't forget. Adult tickets are $10 in advance or $16 at the door. Volunteers donating 2 or more hours of time that night get in for free.

Proceeds benefit Hope for Healing.Org - the only social service agency serving all of Strawberry Plains. The counties included are Jefferson, Knox and Sevier. For more informaiton please email gayle@hopeforhealing.org or call 964.6673.

Holiday Craft Show TODAY!

Today's the day we've been waiting for. Our first holiday craft show has moved from planning to reality. Many, many thanks to everyone at First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains.

Here's the scoop:

First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains
Holiday Craft Show - Today!
10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Barbecue lunch is available for a donation.
No admission.
Free door prizes.

Lots and lots of fun. Come on out!

Holiday Craft Show Charity Fundraiser on Saturday

On Saturday, we'll have our first-ever holiday craft show. We can't believe it's so soon! If you are a vendor who wants a booth please get the reservation form in ASAP! Do come check us out. We're going to be a great place to do holiday shopping. Live demonstrations are going on several times of the day. The door prize list is growing. It's going to be a LOT of fun!

Many thanks to the following for helping us get the word out:

The East Knox Area News
The Standard Banner
MetroPulse
WBIR Online
The Knox County Focus
Knoxville News Sentinel
Secondhand Hope - the blog of Hope for Healing.Org
Associated Content
CraftLister.Com
Carson-Newman College

And of course, many many thanks to First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains for allowing us to use their fellowship hall.

See you Saturday from 10:00 - 4:00
First Baptist Church
3100 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy.
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

Call 865.964.6673

Catching up... Craft Show, Angel Food and More.

We're catching up from where Gayle's been out sick. Thank you all for your patience while she's been out!

Two quick reminders:
1) Angel Food orders are due in our hands by Nov. 8.
2) Holiday Craft Show on Nov. 15 at First Baptist Church. You can pre-purchase your lunch plate. Let us know how many you want. We can even arrange delivery! Let us know how many plates, what time, where and we'll get them there. Call us at 933.8769 or email gayle@hopeforhealing.org.

The kids and volunteers have been hard at work on items for the craft show. We can't wait until you see what they've been doing! Lots of other great vendors will be there. We'll have door prizes and lots of fun. See you there!

Holiday Craft Show Fundraiser for Local Charity

Strawberry Plains Holiday Craft Show
Nov. 15, 2008
10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

To be held at:
First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains
3100 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy.
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

BBQ lunch is available for a donation beginning at 11:00 am.
Quality craft items. Door prizes! Craft demonstrations. Lots of fun!

No admission.

This is a craft show you don't want to miss!

Proceeds benefit Hope for Healing.Org. For more information please visit the listing on WBIR here. Booth spaces are still available. To reserve your booth please email hopeinfo@hopeforhealing.org or download an application here.