Mission Statement

Operations for Bridge and Beyond will cease on Dec 31, 2021, last mailing date should be Dec 24th

GOAL FOR AFGHANS

Afghans
Goal: 30
Start: #24
Current: 26
0.8666%
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Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Helping Homeless When Time is Tight

Bare with me folks as I attempt to catch up after being out of town for several weeks on vacation.  Several donations came right as I was leaving, and some came while I was away.  Will be working my way through opening the boxes and getting things photographed between my work schedule this week; but in the meantime wanted to share this with you all; as it's something I photographed earlier.

Homelessness hits people of all races and religions, it hits adults, it hits children, it hits people in Ohio and every other state here in our country and beyond.

The above picture of socks is yet another way to help Homeless People.

  • Homeless are employed to process orders from this company
  • When you buy socks, it's a buy one give one opportunity.  The 3 pairs I purchased means the Company, Mitscoots donated 3 pairs of socks to local shelters. 
  • I got a discount purchasing these socks by donating my steps.  

If you walk, or run you too can donate steps/points to help homeless around the country, not just those we help here on Bridge and Beyond.  Many of you don't knit and crochet in summer, so this is perhaps a way you can still be involved when time is tight because you're spending quality time with your loved ones.  Almost everyone is more active in summer months then cold winter months.  Turn it into a win win situation.  Buy socks and donate socks all at the same time.  The footies on the right are considered "atheletic socks while the blue are more day to day.

I have a Fitbit.  
I have my Fitbit linked to Earndit  Earndit turns ones steps/miles/walking/running etc...(ones activity) into points.  These points can be used for discounts on purchases.  Most of the options for the purchases are on health food related to activity/sports and or clothes for the same purpose; but they also have options to turn your steps/points into charity.  I've been able to support clean water for those in need in Haiti, Toys for Children Battling Cancer, and Socks for Homeless through my steps.

Keep in mind you don't need to have a fitbit and use points, the socks can be purchased outright, and they give discounts to most new customers.  Oddly enough, I noticed their ad here on my blog through adsense this morning as I sat down to type this up.

Some of you know I've been dealing with arthritis in my knee, thus my quest to be more active and reduce the pain and swelling.  I've lost weight, reduced the pressure on my knees, and am feeling much better...AND in the process I'm able to continue our mission of helping others.  I've linked Mitscoots so you can check out this marvelous company, my Fitbit and my Earndit profile pages.  If you'd like to connect there, please let me know.  If you have questions how it all works, sing out, I'll do my best to help you.

This is also a marvelous way for someone who doesn't knit or crochet to help.  Please help spread the word and let's do our best to help those less fortunate then us.

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Crocheted Donations to aid Those in Need

Thank you RoseMarie for your on going support of Bridge and Beyond.  RoseMarie has donated a matching hat and scarf set, some cotton washcloths, and personal care items.  She's also included pouches that hold deodorant or bar of soap etc.  Click to enlarge so you can see the details of her donation.

As always, keep up the good work RoseMarie.
2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 493+1=494
Scarves: 278+1=279
Socks: 75
Afghans: 15
Slippers: 60
Rain Ponchos: 55
Mittens & Gloves: 57+1=58
Cotton Washcloths: 181+4=185
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 11
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care item

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Crocheted Love and Warmth for those in Need

 Can't you see this paired with blue jeans, or a pair of black tights?  How special with some teen or young female adult feel wearing this crocheted sweater!  Thank you Sheelagh S for this thoughtful and beautiful donation.
 But, wait folks, don't go away...there's more to share with you.  Sheelagh has been very busy with her trusty crochet hook and yarn.  Look at this gorgeous afghan!  I love the changes in stitches and colors, truly a work of art.  This drape across someone's sofa or favorite chair will add quite a focal point to anyone's room.  I can picture now how excited the family that receives this will be in their new home.  Remember folks, we donated afghans as folks transition from shelter living to their permanent homes.  What better way to say good luck for the future and congratulations than an afghan.
 And won't some young mother be proud to have these for her daughter's bed?  Who doesn't like the traditional crocheted ripple afghan.  This is sized so nicely for girls bed.
 And look at this fun sweater.........told you not to go away, there's more!  A teen or adult female will be warm  and proud to wear this sweater, another piece of wearable art.
 Holly cow Sheelagh, you've done it again.  This could possibly be a tunic top over tights or jeans for a teen; maybe even a dress for a younger teen.
This proves to me, Sheelagh must not sleep.  Another afghan.  A fun round one that will be great for a young child or a lapghan for an adult.  So many beautifully crafted donations to help so many folks in need.

Thank you Sheelagh, please please keep up the good work!

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 493
Scarves: 278
Socks: 75
Afghans: 12+3=15
Slippers: 60
Rain Ponchos: 55
Mittens & Gloves: 57
Cotton Washcloths: 181
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, and Shrugs etc. 8+3=11
Neck warmers, cowls, gators, wrists warmers/fingerless gloves and other misc items aren't tabulated; as well as personal care item

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Where are You and Your Yarn From?

I'm trying to identify where everyone is from, partially for fun. Take a look at the map. Also, believe it will aid me in cases where we have several people with the same name. Please look at the lists of bloggers and non bloggers and see if I have the state you hail from. If not, please leave a comment and let me know.

Additionally, we've had help from Scotland, England, Germany Puerto Rico, Canada, and France! They don't appear on the map, but their help is still greatly appreciated.

Where The People Who Donate Come From, is your state represented?