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Thanksgiving Feast for IL | Thank You SOAR

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For over a year we have been partnering with the SOAR ministry at Salem Church of God.  SOAR is dedicated to helping our young people in independent living, they provide each and every one of them a birthday cake and so much more! Last night they hosted the 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Meal for our IL kids at their location.

The team really made our kids feel special with a decorated room and meaningful conversation.  They sat mixed in with our kids and shared a very delicious meal complete pumpkin, apple or pecan pie!

We went around the room and each person had to share two things they were thankful for, the room was filled with hope and joy.  Many of our kids were thankful for the CHOICES program, second chances and for not being alone when they turned 18 like so many other foster kids. Our staff and the SOAR volunteers were thankful for the kid’s smiling faces, for the conversation, and to be blessed to be a part of their journey.

Phyllis, from the sewing ministry, was also there and she asked each child to take a handmade winter hat for themselves and one to give to a friend or someone in need. She shared that a member of the church who is 98 made the hats, isn’t that just amazing? Our kids were so appreciative, and there were many pictures with their new colorful hats.  The sewing ministry has also provided hand embroidered stockings for each of our kids!

Michelle and her group provided goodie bags for the kids, and cake pops which have become a birthday favorite.  The evening ended with pictures of the kids we will be able to share with them, which was especially wonderful for our Mom’s with babies.  Our kids were able to take boxes of leftover food and pie home with them too!

We are very blessed to have SOAR be such a big part of our CHOICES family, we all had the best time last night and we are so thankful and grateful for your continued support, personalization and thoughtfulness  you consistently provide for kids in our IL program.

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