Ace Weekly

Welcome to the fifth annual "Give 'til it Hurts" charity issue of Ace Weekly.

As a locally-owned weekly newspaper, Ace is actively involved in charitable endeavors year-round, as are our readers. All of our annual events are held to benefit worthy causes (the Bluegrass Bachelor Auction, Taste of Ace, and Best of Lexington, to name a few). And we offer free weekly community forums for advocacy and charitable activities in Quickies, Out 'n About, and the Ace List.

But there are more needs to be met-people and organizations who fall through the cracks everyday-and who never have enough resources or people to do the work that needs to be done. The Thanksgiving season seems like an appropriate time to remind ourselves that it's time to give back to the community.

What follows is a sampling of local organizations who've sent in their holiday Wish Lists. We know they all welcome your volunteer work, your donations of goods/time/and services, and your elbow grease.

So, roll up your sleeves, check them out (and then write us back and let us hear about your experiences).

-Rhonda Reeves, editor

Animals

Central Ky Boxer Rescue, Inc.

Contact: Kelli Darland

Phone: 859/854.0665

email: KelliDarland@hotmail.com

website: www.CKBR.org

501(c)3 status: No (pending)

mission: Central Ky Boxer Rescue, Inc. is dedicated to finding homes for abused, abandoned, and unwanted Boxers and Boxer mixes in the Bluegrass State.

Wish List:

Baby gates (extra tall), Black/Color Ink for Lexmark Z83 printer, Chew toys, Collars (snap style/large size) & leashes, Dog beds, Dog bowls, Dog crates (wire or plastic/Boxer size), Iams Adult/Large Breed Puppy or Senior dog food, Phone cards, Photo paper for Ink Jet printer (8 x 10 sheets), Stamps, Training biscuits, & Twin size comforters.

Home At Last Animal Sanctuary

Contact: Sarah Dorroh or Margie Gill

Phone: 502/839.1974 (please leave a message)

Email: mail@homeatlastanimals.org or cats@homeatlastanimals.org

Website: www.homeatlastanimals.org

501(c)(3) status: Yes

Mission: Home At Last is a no-kill sanctuary providing lifetime care for many formerly abused or abandoned animals. We rescue animals from the street and cooperate with local and national shelters to save animals from "deathrow." We maintain several programs including but not limited to: adoptions, feral cat trap/neuter/release, and Education Outreach. In addition to cats and dogs, we also rescue cows, pigs, goats, and rabbits. Our message is simple: Compassion for All Species.

Wish List:

Grooming Supplies: brushes, combs, clippers, slickers, dry shampoo, etc; Vet Supplies: Frontline, Heartgard, medications; Cleaning Supplies: Pooper Scoopers (large), Paper Towels; Office Supplies/Equipment: multi-purpose paper, brightly colored paper for copies, glossy photo paper, Zip disks, stamps; Ink cartridges: Lexmark Z82 color or BW Hewlett Packard DeskJet 697C Color or BW, Straw, Kitty litter-any type or brand, Cat Trees, perches, scratching posts, Cat Toys (no fur or leather please), 2-story enclosed cat playpen, Humane Traps, Blankets/Towels, Large, open wire dog crates, Dog toys: durable chew toys-kongs, balls, etc, Large animal feed bowls (for cows & pigs), Water Jugs (5 gallon), Volunteers to help organize fundraisers, Foster homes, Digital camera, Vehicle for transport.

**We accept new or gently used items.

Arts

The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning

Contact: Phyllis MacAdam

Phone: 859/254.4175

email: pmacadam@carnegieliteracy.org

website: www.carnegieliteracy.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: To create and supports programs that promote reading, writing, speaking, and technology skills for learners of all ages and at all levels, and encourage community members to become active, critical, and creative learners so that all citizens may enjoy the rewards of increased literacy.

Wish List:

Volunteers for The Carnegie Center School-After-School tutoring program. We seek college students and adults who wish to tutor children, ages 6 - 14 who are experiencing difficulty in school. Tutoring occurs weekly for about an hour at the Carnegie Center sometime between 3:00 and 7:00pm.

Jazz Arts Foundation

Contact: Joe Cinquina

email: jcinq@iglou.com

website: currently under construction

501(c)3 status: Non-profit

mission: Helping younger musicians enhance their skill levels and appreciation of jazz through the Youth Jazz Ensemble and other programs. Featuring jazz performances and highlighting jazz history by producing an annual residency featuring an established artist. Expanding the opportunities for area jazz artists to work with younger musicians, benefit from clinics with touring musicians, and be featured in performances under the "umbrella" of programs developed by the Foundation. Forging strong partnerships with educational organizations, community groups, churches, and social service agencies in order to present cultural programs of the highest quality and ensure the broadest possible audience.

Wish List:

20 sturdy music stands, Percussion instruments which include: guiros, maracas, congas, Volunteers to give lessons on a variety of instruments, Tuners, Metronomes.

Lexington Art League

Contact: Polly Singer Eardley

Phone: 859/254.7024

email: info@lexingtonartleague.org

website: www.lexingtonartleague.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: The Lexington Art League is a non-profit visual art organization committed to providing exhibition and education opportunities for artists, patrons and the public.

Wish List:

Volunteers to help with mailings around the 12th of each month. A new computer and monitor for the front desk. The monitor needs to have at least a 21" screen. Volunteers to help with clean-up and other tasks at special events like Fourth Friday, Gallery Hop, and opening receptions. Volunteers to help with hanging exhibits. Volunteers to help write grants. A color printer. Funding for 3 more permanent positions including Events Coordinator, Development Director, and Preparator. A truck or van for hauling artwork, pedestals, and supplies to LAL at MetroLex gallery. Loudon House's renovation to be finished by September 2003 and/or a donated building if the Loudon House renovation takes longer than planned. Coat Rack(s): 1 Large or 2 to 3 small. Two QuarkXpress 5.0 software programs. Two QuarkXpress 5.0 software upgrades. One Adobe Photoshop 6.0 software program.

Children

TEACHER'S DELIGHT

Contact: Bonita Blair

Phone: 859/266.1696

email: teacherdelight@aol.com

website: None

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: To ensure that children and classrooms in the Lexington, Ky area have the basic tools for learning by transferring, at no cost, the community's surplus supplies and merchandise into the hands of teachers and children in need. To serve the educational and creative needs of children by providing this unique means to transfer donated goods from businesses and individuals to teachers FREE for use in their classrooms and schools.

Wish List:

3,000 sq. ft. of DONATED office/warehouse space for the free store for teachers. Monetary donations for start up and operations expenses. Volunteers willing to serve on the Board of TEACHER'S DELIGHT (need to be willing to serve and volunteer time as needed for meetings and other tasks). Gift certificates from Kinko's, Michael's, and Office Depot. New computers, Digital camera, Display shelving and shopping carts, Postage stamps, Arts & crafts supplies, Athletic equipment, Books, Containers of any kind, Fabric and carpet samples, Games, Index cards, Paper of any kind, Science supplies, Pencils, Pens, Toys, Tape of any kind, Small items to be used as rewards

Environment

Earthsave Lexington

Contact: Jennifer Unterberg

email: earthsavelex@hotmail.com

website: www.lexington.earthsave.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: To educate, inspire, and empower to shift toward a plant-based diet and to take compassionate actions for all life on Earth. We promote food choices that are healthy for people and for the planet.

Wish List:

Office v.X for Mac (word processing and spreadsheet software), Adobe GoLive to run on Mac OS X (web-developing software), Postage Stamps, Volunteers to help with information tables (December 7th at UK), Volunteers to help plan our next big project ("The Project Garden"), Gardening Experts, Gardening books, Gardening Supplies and tools-new or used, but in good condition, Members and cash donations.

Health

AIDS Volunteers, Inc. (AVOL)

Contact: Mendy Daniels

Phone: 859/225.3000

E-mail: AVOLMendy@aol.com

Website: www.aidsvolunteers.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

Mission: AVOL is committed to providing education, outreach, and advocacy about HIV and AIDS in Central and Eastern Kentucky in order to: prevent the spread of HIV, inspire a compassionate response for those who face the challenges of HIV and AIDS, and meet the needs of those who infected and affect by HIV disease.

Wish List:

Toiletry and Personal Care Items (i.e. soap, deodorant, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.), New toys for children affected by HIV/AIDS, Baby items (i.e., clothing, receiving blankets, thermometers, diapers, etc.), Grocery gift cards (any amount appreciated), Bus tokens

Alzheimer's Association

Contact: Regan Mann

Phone: 266.5283

email: rwann@alzinky.org

website: www.alz.org, or www.alzinky.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: To enhance the quality of life for all persons affected by Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders through education services, advocacy, and supportive research. The chapter provides services to 125 counties across greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Wish List:

Big Band/Swing/Old Standard music CDs, Raised toilet seat with arm supports, Solid colored, square vinyl table cloths, Non-perishable food items such as food cups and low/no sugar snacks. Volunteers needed for: companions, musicians, and greeters for the Helping Hand Day Program office projects and support community education and public speaking special projects and events, and advocacy

American Red Cross, Bluegrass Area Chapter

Contact: Cara Perch

email: volunteer@penworldinc.com

website: www.redcrosslexky.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

Wish List:

Local disaster relief workers willing to take their free training and then volunteer to be on-call to respond to disasters (usually single family fires). Volunteers would make sure the family has food, clothing, and shelter for the night, do a damage assessment of the property, and report the findings to our chapter. Health & Safety Instructors willing to be trained to become health & safety instructors in the following areas: First Aid/CPR, Pet First Aid/CPR, babysitting training, Lifeguarding, Grandparenting, Children's safety (home alone safety, basic aid training, etc)

Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital

Contact: Therese Yeiser

Phone: 859/254.5701

email: ty@cardinalhill.org

website: www.cardinalhill.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: Provide acute inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation services for both children and adults. Services include medical and nursing care, physical, occupational and respiratory therapy, speech/language pathology, and counseling services. The Cardinal Hill vision is to provide benchmark patient and customer service in physical rehabilitation.

Wish List:

Paper cutter, Polaroid film, Batteries (AA, C, 9V, and D), Color cartridges for Lexmark Z52 printer (15m0120), Stickers, Playdough, Toys with lights or music, Gift certificates to stores such as Target, Wal-Mart, and Toys R' Us, Push mower (working or non-working), Hand-held weed eater (working or non-working), Plastic flowerpots, Soil, Plants/bulbs, Gel pens, Primary school paper, Construction paper, Stickers, Rubber balls, Tennis rackets, Lightweight baseball bat, Volunteers to sew/mend items, work the clock at practice for the Cardinal Hill Wheelchair basketball team, and assist in the home management kitchen

Human Services

Arc of the Bluegrass, Inc.

Contact: Barbara A. Ellerbrook

email: ellerbrk@mis.net

website: www.arcbluegrass.com

501(c)3 status: Charitable

mission: Arc of the Bluegrass, Inc. is committed to securing for all people with mental retardation the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of how and where they learn, live, work, and play.

Wish List:

Christmas food baskets, Christmas presents for adult men and women, Christmas tree decorations, Winter coats & accessories for adults, Big & tall men's clothing, Computers, Art supplies, Furniture, Appliances, Kitchenware, Towels, Linens

Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center

Contact: Rhonda Henry

Phone: 859/253.2615

email: BRCC200@aol.com

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: The Bluegrass Rape Crises Center strives to eradicate sexual assault and abuse by promoting individual and community empowerment through education, training, and therapeutic healing. BRCC also endeavors to provide comprehensive services to all rape victims and rape awareness/prevention education to the entire community.

Wish List:

Volunteers to provide crisis counseling to victims of sexual assault on our crisis line and at area hospital emergency rooms. New clothing in various sizes to be given to rape victims after a rape exam (specifically new packaged underwear, socks, sweatpants, sweatshirts). Art supplies for community education groups (specifically notebooks, painting supplies, stickers, paint pens). Office supplies including copy paper, letter-size legal pads, Post-It notes, toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels, and a new or used digital camera.

Community Action Council

Contact: Jon Parker

Phone: 244.2210

email: jparker@commaction.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: To combat poverty

Wish List:

Snacks, Pencils (larger size), Composition books, Educational flash cards, Travel-size personal products, Carrying tote bags, Crayons (larger size), Smocks, Craft materials, Children's books, Food gift certificates, Shoes, Coats, Mittens and gloves, Hats, Professional women's clothing, Diapers and wipes, Storage cabinets, Funds for emergency Energy Assistance, Funds for Volunteer Recognition, & Playground equipment.

Community Reinvestment Alliance of Lexington, Inc.

Contact: Dorothy Coleman

Phone: 859/231.7055

email: CRAofLexington@aol.com

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: Provide home owner education and counseling, and financial literacy programs to first-time home buyers.

Wish List:

Lap top computer (IBM compatible)

Donated or reduced-cost printing services for publication

of a Housing Directory for low to moderate-income individuals and families (Approximately 200 pages with glossycover, and 2 colors per page), Financial support for Financial Literacy Program for low to moderate-income families

working toward self-sufficiency (Total estimated cost-$10,000), Computer work station desk (L-shaped to fit in a particular space).

FIRST-LINK of the Bluegrass

Contact: Sara Jefferies

email: srlegel@yahoo.com

website: www.first-link.org

501(c)3 status: Non-Profit (proof available by request)

mission: FIRST-LINK of the Bluegrass links people to health and human services through information and referral; promotes and recognizes volunteerism; and provides leadership training and support to non-profits.

Wish List:

Binders, Blank VHS tapes, Bookshelves, Colored card stock, Copier toner for Canon Black 1372A006, Copy Paper, Envelopes, Ink pens, Pocket Folders, Printer toner cartridges for Lexmark Black 12A1970 or 13892925 and color 15M0120, Stamps, Tall kitchen garbage bags, Vacuum with a nozzle.

Hope Center

Contact: Heather Beam Mitchell

Phone: 859/252.7881

email: hopecenter@hopectr.org

website: www.hopectr.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: Providing life sustaining/life rebuilding services to Lexington's homeless and at-risk population; including food, shelter, counseling, education, spiritual needs, employment counseling, and referrals

Wish List:

Personal hygiene items (all trial size): shampoo, soap, disposable razors, lotion, toothpaste, and toothbrushes, Underwear (men's) any size, White socks (men's), Winter apparel items (men, women, and children): coats, gloves, scarves, toboggans, sweaters, etc.

Lexington Habitat for Humanity

Contact: April Smith

Phone: 252.2224 (office), 254.6724 (Renovation Station)

email: volunteer@lexhabitat.org, info@lexhabitat.org

website: www.lexhabitat.org

501(c)3 status: Yes

mission: Lexington Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian organization dedicated to eradicating poverty housing by building safe, decent, affordable housing in partnership with families, sponsors, and volunteers.

Wish List:

External CD burner, External Zip drive for PC, 2-3 Pentium II or higher computers, Laser printer, Video camera, Digital camera (minimum of 20 megapixels w/ 6x optical zoom), Stereo with 3 or more disc changer for Renovation Station, Box truck, moving vehicles for Renovation Station, Furniture, building supplies, and appliances to resell in Renovation Station, One-ton dumptruck or pick-up truck for construction use, Commercial vacuum, Paintbrushes and drop cloths, Skid loaders, Hammers, Skill saws, Property (vacant lots, buildings) that might be suitable on which to build.

COVERSTORY Welcome to the fifth annual "Give 'til it Hurts" charity issue of Ace Weekly. As a locally-owned weekly newspaper, Ace is actively involved in charitable endeavors year-round, as are our readers. All of our annual events are held to benefit worthy causes (the Bluegrass Bachelor Auction, Taste of Ace, and Best of Lexington, to name a few). And we offer free weekly community forums for advocacy and charitable activities in Quickies, Out 'n About, and the Ace List. But there are more needs to be met-people and organizations who fall through the cracks everyday-and who never have enough resources or people to do the work that needs to be done. The Thanksgiving season seems like an appropriate time to remind ourselves that it's time to give back to the community. What follows is a sampling of local organizations who've sent in their holiday Wish Lists. We know they all welcome your volunteer work, your donations of goods/time/and services, and your elbow grease. So, roll up your sleeves, check them out (and then write us back and let us hear about your experiences). -Rhonda Reeves, editor Animals Central Ky Boxer Rescue, Inc. Contact: Kelli Darland Phone: 859/854.0665 email: KelliDarland@hotmail.com website: www.CKBR.org 501(c)3 status: No (pending) mission: Central Ky Boxer Rescue, Inc. is dedicated to finding homes for abused, abandoned, and unwanted Boxers and Boxer mixes in the Bluegrass State. Wish List: Baby gates (extra tall), Black/Color Ink for Lexmark Z83 printer, Chew toys, Collars (snap style/large size) & leashes, Dog beds, Dog bowls, Dog crates (wire or plastic/Boxer size), Iams Adult/Large Breed Puppy or Senior dog food, Phone cards, Photo paper for Ink Jet printer (8 x 10 sheets), Stamps, Training biscuits, & Twin size comforters. Home At Last Animal Sanctuary Contact: Sarah Dorroh or Margie Gill Phone: 502/839.1974 (please leave a message) Email: mail@homeatlastanimals.org or cats@homeatlastanimals.org Website: www.homeatlastanimals.org 501(c)(3) status: Yes Mission: Home At Last is a no-kill sanctuary providing lifetime care for many formerly abused or abandoned animals. We rescue animals from the street and cooperate with local and national shelters to save animals from "deathrow." We maintain several programs including but not limited to: adoptions, feral cat trap/neuter/release, and Education Outreach. In addition to cats and dogs, we also rescue cows, pigs, goats, and rabbits. Our message is simple: Compassion for All Species. Wish List: Grooming Supplies: brushes, combs, clippers, slickers, dry shampoo, etc; Vet Supplies: Frontline, Heartgard, medications; Cleaning Supplies: Pooper Scoopers (large), Paper Towels; Office Supplies/Equipment: multi-purpose paper, brightly colored paper for copies, glossy photo paper, Zip disks, stamps; Ink cartridges: Lexmark Z82 color or BW Hewlett Packard DeskJet 697C Color or BW, Straw, Kitty litter-any type or brand, Cat Trees, perches, scratching posts, Cat Toys (no fur or leather please), 2-story enclosed cat playpen, Humane Traps, Blankets/Towels, Large, open wire dog crates, Dog toys: durable chew toys-kongs, balls, etc, Large animal feed bowls (for cows & pigs), Water Jugs (5 gallon), Volunteers to help organize fundraisers, Foster homes, Digital camera, Vehicle for transport. We accept new or gently used items. Arts The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning Contact: Phyllis MacAdam Phone: 859/254.4175 email: pmacadam@carnegieliteracy.org website: www.carnegieliteracy.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: To create and supports programs that promote reading, writing, speaking, and technology skills for learners of all ages and at all levels, and encourage community members to become active, critical, and creative learners so that all citizens may enjoy the rewards of increased literacy. Wish List: Volunteers for The Carnegie Center School-After-School tutoring program. We seek college students and adults who wish to tutor children, ages 6 - 14 who are experiencing difficulty in school. Tutoring occurs weekly for about an hour at the Carnegie Center sometime between 3:00 and 7:00pm. Jazz Arts Foundation Contact: Joe Cinquina email: jcinq@iglou.com website: currently under construction 501(c)3 status: Non-profit mission: Helping younger musicians enhance their skill levels and appreciation of jazz through the Youth Jazz Ensemble and other programs. Featuring jazz performances and highlighting jazz history by producing an annual residency featuring an established artist. Expanding the opportunities for area jazz artists to work with younger musicians, benefit from clinics with touring musicians, and be featured in performances under the "umbrella" of programs developed by the Foundation. Forging strong partnerships with educational organizations, community groups, churches, and social service agencies in order to present cultural programs of the highest quality and ensure the broadest possible audience. Wish List: 20 sturdy music stands, Percussion instruments which include: guiros, maracas, congas, Volunteers to give lessons on a variety of instruments, Tuners, Metronomes. Lexington Art League Contact: Polly Singer Eardley Phone: 859/254.7024 email: info@lexingtonartleague.org website: www.lexingtonartleague.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: The Lexington Art League is a non-profit visual art organization committed to providing exhibition and education opportunities for artists, patrons and the public. Wish List: Volunteers to help with mailings around the 12th of each month. A new computer and monitor for the front desk. The monitor needs to have at least a 21" screen. Volunteers to help with clean-up and other tasks at special events like Fourth Friday, Gallery Hop, and opening receptions. Volunteers to help with hanging exhibits. Volunteers to help write grants. A color printer. Funding for 3 more permanent positions including Events Coordinator, Development Director, and Preparator. A truck or van for hauling artwork, pedestals, and supplies to LAL at MetroLex gallery. Loudon House's renovation to be finished by September 2003 and/or a donated building if the Loudon House renovation takes longer than planned. Coat Rack(s): 1 Large or 2 to 3 small. Two QuarkXpress 5.0 software programs. Two QuarkXpress 5.0 software upgrades. One Adobe Photoshop 6.0 software program. Children TEACHER'S DELIGHT Contact: Bonita Blair Phone: 859/266.1696 email: teacherdelight@aol.com website: None 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: To ensure that children and classrooms in the Lexington, Ky area have the basic tools for learning by transferring, at no cost, the community's surplus supplies and merchandise into the hands of teachers and children in need. To serve the educational and creative needs of children by providing this unique means to transfer donated goods from businesses and individuals to teachers FREE for use in their classrooms and schools. Wish List: 3,000 sq. ft. of DONATED office/warehouse space for the free store for teachers. Monetary donations for start up and operations expenses. Volunteers willing to serve on the Board of TEACHER'S DELIGHT (need to be willing to serve and volunteer time as needed for meetings and other tasks). Gift certificates from Kinko's, Michael's, and Office Depot. New computers, Digital camera, Display shelving and shopping carts, Postage stamps, Arts & crafts supplies, Athletic equipment, Books, Containers of any kind, Fabric and carpet samples, Games, Index cards, Paper of any kind, Science supplies, Pencils, Pens, Toys, Tape of any kind, Small items to be used as rewards Environment Earthsave Lexington Contact: Jennifer Unterberg email: earthsavelex@hotmail.com website: www.lexington.earthsave.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: To educate, inspire, and empower to shift toward a plant-based diet and to take compassionate actions for all life on Earth. We promote food choices that are healthy for people and for the planet. Wish List: Office v.X for Mac (word processing and spreadsheet software), Adobe GoLive to run on Mac OS X (web-developing software), Postage Stamps, Volunteers to help with information tables (December 7th at UK), Volunteers to help plan our next big project ("The Project Garden"), Gardening Experts, Gardening books, Gardening Supplies and tools-new or used, but in good condition, Members and cash donations. Health AIDS Volunteers, Inc. (AVOL) Contact: Mendy Daniels Phone: 859/225.3000 E-mail: AVOLMendy@aol.com Website: www.aidsvolunteers.org 501(c)3 status: Yes Mission: AVOL is committed to providing education, outreach, and advocacy about HIV and AIDS in Central and Eastern Kentucky in order to: prevent the spread of HIV, inspire a compassionate response for those who face the challenges of HIV and AIDS, and meet the needs of those who infected and affect by HIV disease. Wish List: Toiletry and Personal Care Items (i.e. soap, deodorant, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.), New toys for children affected by HIV/AIDS, Baby items (i.e., clothing, receiving blankets, thermometers, diapers, etc.), Grocery gift cards (any amount appreciated), Bus tokens Alzheimer's Association Contact: Regan Mann Phone: 266.5283 email: rwann@alzinky.org website: www.alz.org, or www.alzinky.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: To enhance the quality of life for all persons affected by Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders through education services, advocacy, and supportive research. The chapter provides services to 125 counties across greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Wish List: Big Band/Swing/Old Standard music CDs, Raised toilet seat with arm supports, Solid colored, square vinyl table cloths, Non-perishable food items such as food cups and low/no sugar snacks. Volunteers needed for: companions, musicians, and greeters for the Helping Hand Day Program office projects and support community education and public speaking special projects and events, and advocacy American Red Cross, Bluegrass Area Chapter Contact: Cara Perch email: volunteer@penworldinc.com website: www.redcrosslexky.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Wish List: Local disaster relief workers willing to take their free training and then volunteer to be on-call to respond to disasters (usually single family fires). Volunteers would make sure the family has food, clothing, and shelter for the night, do a damage assessment of the property, and report the findings to our chapter. Health & Safety Instructors willing to be trained to become health & safety instructors in the following areas: First Aid/CPR, Pet First Aid/CPR, babysitting training, Lifeguarding, Grandparenting, Children's safety (home alone safety, basic aid training, etc) Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital Contact: Therese Yeiser Phone: 859/254.5701 email: ty@cardinalhill.org website: www.cardinalhill.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: Provide acute inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation services for both children and adults. Services include medical and nursing care, physical, occupational and respiratory therapy, speech/language pathology, and counseling services. The Cardinal Hill vision is to provide benchmark patient and customer service in physical rehabilitation. Wish List: Paper cutter, Polaroid film, Batteries (AA, C, 9V, and D), Color cartridges for Lexmark Z52 printer (15m0120), Stickers, Playdough, Toys with lights or music, Gift certificates to stores such as Target, Wal-Mart, and Toys R' Us, Push mower (working or non-working), Hand-held weed eater (working or non-working), Plastic flowerpots, Soil, Plants/bulbs, Gel pens, Primary school paper, Construction paper, Stickers, Rubber balls, Tennis rackets, Lightweight baseball bat, Volunteers to sew/mend items, work the clock at practice for the Cardinal Hill Wheelchair basketball team, and assist in the home management kitchen Human Services Arc of the Bluegrass, Inc. Contact: Barbara A. Ellerbrook email: ellerbrk@mis.net website: www.arcbluegrass.com 501(c)3 status: Charitable mission: Arc of the Bluegrass, Inc. is committed to securing for all people with mental retardation the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of how and where they learn, live, work, and play. Wish List: Christmas food baskets, Christmas presents for adult men and women, Christmas tree decorations, Winter coats & accessories for adults, Big & tall men's clothing, Computers, Art supplies, Furniture, Appliances, Kitchenware, Towels, Linens Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center Contact: Rhonda Henry Phone: 859/253.2615 email: BRCC200@aol.com 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: The Bluegrass Rape Crises Center strives to eradicate sexual assault and abuse by promoting individual and community empowerment through education, training, and therapeutic healing. BRCC also endeavors to provide comprehensive services to all rape victims and rape awareness/prevention education to the entire community. Wish List: Volunteers to provide crisis counseling to victims of sexual assault on our crisis line and at area hospital emergency rooms. New clothing in various sizes to be given to rape victims after a rape exam (specifically new packaged underwear, socks, sweatpants, sweatshirts). Art supplies for community education groups (specifically notebooks, painting supplies, stickers, paint pens). Office supplies including copy paper, letter-size legal pads, Post-It notes, toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels, and a new or used digital camera. Community Action Council Contact: Jon Parker Phone: 244.2210 email: jparker@commaction.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: To combat poverty Wish List: Snacks, Pencils (larger size), Composition books, Educational flash cards, Travel-size personal products, Carrying tote bags, Crayons (larger size), Smocks, Craft materials, Children's books, Food gift certificates, Shoes, Coats, Mittens and gloves, Hats, Professional women's clothing, Diapers and wipes, Storage cabinets, Funds for emergency Energy Assistance, Funds for Volunteer Recognition, & Playground equipment. Community Reinvestment Alliance of Lexington, Inc.** Contact: Dorothy Coleman Phone: 859/231.7055 email: CRAofLexington@aol.com 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: Provide home owner education and counseling, and financial literacy programs to first-time home buyers. Wish List: Lap top computer (IBM compatible) Donated or reduced-cost printing services for publication of a Housing Directory for low to moderate-income individuals and families (Approximately 200 pages with glossycover, and 2 colors per page), Financial support for Financial Literacy Program for low to moderate-income families working toward self-sufficiency (Total estimated cost-$10,000), Computer work station desk (L-shaped to fit in a particular space). FIRST-LINK of the Bluegrass Contact: Sara Jefferies email: srlegel@yahoo.com website: www.first-link.org 501(c)3 status: Non-Profit (proof available by request) mission: FIRST-LINK of the Bluegrass links people to health and human services through information and referral; promotes and recognizes volunteerism; and provides leadership training and support to non-profits. Wish List: Binders, Blank VHS tapes, Bookshelves, Colored card stock, Copier toner for Canon Black 1372A006, Copy Paper, Envelopes, Ink pens, Pocket Folders, Printer toner cartridges for Lexmark Black 12A1970 or 13892925 and color 15M0120, Stamps, Tall kitchen garbage bags, Vacuum with a nozzle. Hope Center Contact: Heather Beam Mitchell Phone: 859/252.7881 email: hopecenter@hopectr.org website: www.hopectr.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: Providing life sustaining/life rebuilding services to Lexington's homeless and at-risk population; including food, shelter, counseling, education, spiritual needs, employment counseling, and referrals Wish List: Personal hygiene items (all trial size): shampoo, soap, disposable razors, lotion, toothpaste, and toothbrushes, Underwear (men's) any size, White socks (men's), Winter apparel items (men, women, and children): coats, gloves, scarves, toboggans, sweaters, etc. Lexington Habitat for Humanity Contact: April Smith Phone: 252.2224 (office), 254.6724 (Renovation Station) email: volunteer@lexhabitat.org, info@lexhabitat.org website: www.lexhabitat.org 501(c)3 status: Yes mission: Lexington Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian organization dedicated to eradicating poverty housing by building safe, decent, affordable housing in partnership with families, sponsors, and volunteers. Wish List: External CD burner, External Zip drive for PC, 2-3 Pentium II or higher computers, Laser printer, Video camera, Digital camera (minimum of 20 megapixels w/ 6x optical zoom), Stereo with 3 or more disc changer for Renovation Station, Box truck, moving vehicles for Renovation Station, Furniture, building supplies, and appliances to resell in Renovation Station, One-ton dumptruck or pick-up truck for construction use, Commercial vacuum, Paintbrushes and drop cloths, Skid loaders, Hammers, Skill saws, Property (vacant lots, buildings) that might be suitable on which to build.
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