This year has been a real blessing for myself and for Bravery Project. We have over 30 art pieces with several more in the works, 18 art exhibits, our first out of state show, 2 fundraisers, 2 speaking engagements, raised 2 scholarships, and a growing group of wonderful volunteers on our board and office. In just a little over 2 years this organization that began as just an idea at a dinner conversation has become much more than I had imagined. The results thus far have been from me working 7 days a week with the help of dedicated volunteers. This new year, I want to bring the growth from our team to yours.We are launching three new programs:
1. Bravery Project Scholars: Our program, currently with 2 $1,000 scholarships, is modeled after other successful programs, which means that we have done our homework. We have two separate committee teams for the unique application and selection process. Our funds will be offered to survivors and at-risk youth who are in transitional housing programs. The application will be available in January and funds dispersed for Fall 2010 and Spring 2011.
2. The Community Connection Newsletter: Over the past two years, I have found significant resources available for survivors to rebuild their lives, yet the information is fragmented and hidden among the millions of websites. Our newsletter will pull the resources together in one
place as well as provide interviews with companies involved in the cause, nonprofits who are effective, an answer database and so much more. This is a free newsletter that will go directly to your mailbox every quarter. Preview the newsletter and subscribe.3. The Bravery Project online community: We were donated an entire membership program that will enable us to build our own exclusive community of followers who want to stay in touch with us, network together, and have a SAFE and
moderated place to communicate. There will be many great features offered in the future for our members. There is a FREE version and a paid version. To become a paid member is simply a $25 tax exempt donation to Bravery Project via Paypal or check to receive special benefits. Join here.Funding has been a challenge, but we are looking for sustainable ways to support our programs. One such way is through our yearly membership. We hope that you will enjoy what we have to offer, help us mold the information for your needs, spread the word, and enjoy the benefits of our programs into 2010 and beyond!
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