Blessings and Raindrops

seeking joy in the midst of the ordinary

feed their tummies + noonday giveaway.

Y’all know how near and dear these children are to my heart.

I’ve held them. I’ve looked into their eyes. Their faces are seared into my memory.

I’ve prayed fervently for them.

I’m heartbroken to know that they hungry today. With the exit letter suspension, fewer families are traveling and fewer donations are getting to the orphanage. I’ve been told that there are only a few days of food left at this orphanage.

My heart can’t take it. These precious ones need so many things…but, right now, they desperately need a meal to fill their empty, rumbling tummies.

And, I know that we CAN do something. We can make a difference. We can send tangible LOVE. Food equals love to these precious children.

A group of mommas have decided to step out and help these little ones. We are brainstorming and working on ways for long-term sustainable care solutions {read more HERE}. In the meantime, we are committed to sending food now.

My dear, dear friend {and servant of Christ in the truest sense}, Dr. Laure, has offered to purchase food and cook meals. I know exactly where the money will go. Directly to these little ones.

This is where you come in. I have some amazingly, gorgeous Noonday Collection items to raffle off this week. Think: Christmas gifts {for someone else or just for yourself:)}!

Never heard of Noonday? I love Jen Hatmaker’s description…
“I’m currently loving, and I’m currently still loving Noonday. Founded by my friend Jessica Honegger, Noonday employs vulnerable women in nine countries, and they make just GORGEOUS jewelry and accessories. I’m not talking about some janky burlap slapped together with twine. This is truly beautiful, artisanal work combining local craftsmanship with designer savvy and making us look awesome. ALL THE WHILE providing sustainable employment for vulnerable women, allowing them to parent and succeed and thrive.” – Jen Hatmaker

Here’s how this will work:

For every $10 donation, you will be entered to win the entire collection pictured below!! {$10 = one entry, $20 = two entries, etc}.

Simply, donate through the Paypal button at the bottom of the page to enter to win! This raffle will end, Thursday, October 31st at midnight.

For $10, you have a chance to win nearly $200 worth of gorgeous brand new Noonday collection fall pieces!!

1. Tasseled Ladder necklace – made in Ethiopia {this is such a unique necklace!}

2. Tasseled Bullet Bracelets {set of 3} – made in Ethiopia {these are so fun and will go with everything!}

3. Courtney Cuff – made in India {I’m currently addicted to cuffs. I need this}.
4. Charlotte’s Bag – made in Rwanda {oh my word! I love this bag!!!}
And, as of this morning, I’ve learned that we are going to make this a challenge for $1,000 with a matching grant of $1,000 to feed 3 orphanages!!  AMAZING!!!
 
{Details, including specifics on what food costs and what we will be purchasing, as well as other awesome projects we are working on for these children can be found HERE}.
 
Enter & Donate HERE:

 

I know. There is so much need everywhere.

I know how overwhelming it all can feel if you look at the big picture of the needs in this world. Instead of feeling like you can’t do anything to help, know full well that you can. With this $10 – you will feed 133 precious, precious innocent children this next month AND you will support Noonday artisans around the world. That is simply incredible in my book, friends.

Thank you all so much for living so generously!!!! {And, please help spread the word! We want to blow these kids away with love!!}
*if you would, leave a comment here after donating. Some folks have had issues leaving “notes” in PayPal and I want to be sure everyone is entered to win!!! 

Comments

    • jenny.marrs@yahoo.com says

      Thank you, Kelli! This has been such an incredible fundraiser…what started as a group of moms finding out about an urgent need has become a way for God to move in a mighty way for these children!!

  3. Erin says

    hi Jenny,

    I'm so glad I found your blog, and my husband and I are so happy to give to this effort. We submitted a $225 donation tonight — hope you make your goal of $1000!

    I'm so blessed by all of you Noonday ambassadors — you guys are truly legit! Best to you and your adoption!!

  4. Erin says

    I'm not sure if my first comment went thru, but it doesn't look like it. I'm so glad I found your blog, and my husband and I are happy to donate. We submitted a donation tonight of $225 — we so hope you make your $1000 goal!

    Best to you and your adoption journey — almost there!!

    To God be the Glory!!!

  6. Shane-n-Mel says

    Can you put my friend's name in the drawing. She doesn't use CC's so I will send her $10 and collect. Her name is Sarah Biolo. Thanks Jenny! So exciting!!

  9. Tracy says

    Doanted $40, wish I could have done more. I think this is a wonderful fundraiser you're doing and am happy to be part of it!

  10. Tracy says

    Just donated $40, wish it could have been more. I think this a wonderful fundraiser you're doing and I'm so happy I could help out!

  14. The Greenfields says

    I tried to leave a comment, but don't see it so here we go again 🙂 🙂 donated tonight. so thankful i didn't miss the cut off, nate was traveling so it's been crazy over here. love your heart and passion.

  16. *lisa* says

    Thanks to Melanie Tulowitzky for letting me know about this! And thanks for giving people a way to be able to help these beautiful and amazing children. Too many times folks want to help but don't know how. This is great! xo

  18. Sarah says

    Donated 🙂 Jenny, is there anything I can do to become more involved? If you and these other mamas can use my help with ANYTHING, I am completely IN!