Ways To Support Us
A volunteer wraps children's toys for Christmas
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There are so many ways to get involved at First Light!
A. Financially …Sustaining the agency now and for the future
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One-time gift
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Monthly, quarterly or annual giving
- Leave a legacy- bequests and contributions to the endowment fund
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Donate stock
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Attend the annual First Light Gala (or donate money for tickets so others can attend)
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Participate in the annual Holiday Lights program; donate money and have holiday cards sent in honor or in memory of your loved ones
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Donate funds for the purchase of items such as furnishings or electronics that benefit the guests of First Light
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Have a dinner party and ask everyone to make a donation to First Light as their thank you to you
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Throw a birthday party and suggest that friends bring a check for First Light instead of a gift for you
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Do a fundraiser- call us before you make any plans!
A sweet family serves dinner together at First Light
B. Volunteering… Hand-in-hand experiences with guests or other volunteers
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Stay overnight in the emergency shelter
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Bring and serve breakfast or dinner
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Coordinate an in-kind donation drive in your clubs, churches, social groups and workplaces to supply guests with the basics of life
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Work projects
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Mentoring possibilities
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Conduct a group activity for the guests
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Take guests on field trips
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Serve on the Board of Directors
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Serve on a Gala committee
C. Advocacy… Spread the word about First Light
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Place a note about First Light in your company or church newsletter
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Share the wonderful story of First Light with your friends, relatives and co-workers
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Help First Light make connections with corporate giving programs or foundations
