Abbott Champions for Kids – My Donation #AbbottCFK #CBias #ChampionsforKids

If you are a regular reader here, you will know that I am working with Champions For Kids to make kids lives better in my area. At Christmas time, I worked with them to create a stocking full of Disney products. Now, I am working with them and Abbott Nutrition to help those who don't have enough foods.

The charity I choose to donate a Snack Pack to was the Catholic Charities here in Chicago. The food pantries in the southwest suburbs of Chicago serve approximately 2,800 people a month (and this is 2010 – 2011 statistic. I can guarantee that it is much worse now.) The supper programs thatCatholic Charitiesserve gave away more than 9,000 hot meals in the southwest suburbs. The Catholic Charities summer lunch program provided 282,000 meals to children that summer. Since the economy tanked, the need for this food pantry didn't double – it tripled! It just makes me ill that there are people in my own community that are food poor.

Here is my shop for this campaign and what we were able to buy and donate to Catholic Charities:

As you can see, we were able to put together a pretty good assortment of snacks to donate. Catholic Charities was also very grateful for our donation (Unfortunately, I was not allowed to take any pictures of them. They just allowed me take a picture of their food pantry). I just wish I could have done more. What are you doing for your community?

This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study forCollective Bias

Lisa Martin

In April 2006, Lisa began blogging to stay connected with distant relatives and friends. As she delved into blogging, she discovered the potential to assist others by sharing her experiences. Lisa has actively engaged in numerous exclusive media ventures. Notable among these are her participation in events such as the Sony Mommy Bloggers Event, the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event, the Epson Event in Chicago, the Stouffers Event, a memorable yacht excursion with Lands End, collaborations with 1-800-Baskets, an exclusive tour for bloggers by Mrs. Prindable’s, partnerships with Hallmark, PopCap games, Chicago Cubs Mastercard Priceless Events, and Rug Doctor. In addition, she has collaborated with Nutrisystem on a weight loss initiative, teamed up with Buick and Chevy, and served as a brand ambassador for Sprint. Lisa's collaboration portfolio also extends to Disney, where she has participated in press trips for significant movies such as Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy, McFarland USA, The Good Dinosaur, The BFG, and Cars 3. Notably, for projects like Frozen, The BFG, and Cars 3, she was granted the privilege of walking the red carpet and conducting interviews with celebrities. The impact of Lisa's blog has gained recognition, with The New York Times referencing her content. Moreover, she has been featured in interviews by respected publications such as the Southtown Star, The Chicago Sun Times, and inside.

This Post Has 8 Comments

  1. branded items January 30, 2012Reply

    This is so cool! These donations are really going to provide kids healthy treats that they can consume everyday! I hope they can reach out the world doing this. I'm glad to hear that there is still a movement like this. Thank you for it.

  2. megryansmom January 30, 2012Reply

    Great minds think alike. I also donated to Catholic Charities in my county. It's a very worthy organization

  4. pammypam January 31, 2012Reply

    donating to any kind of charity is a great idea, good for you!!!!

  5. Lindsay @ Laughing L January 31, 2012Reply

    This is so awesome! It's great that you were able to help them out like that. 🙂

  7. Kelli February 10, 2012Reply

    this is awesome. Proud of what you are doing!

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