A pretty sweet number!

Here's a little recap of the past 3 years, 9 months and how we got to a pretty sweet number....

Because of all of YOU and your generous donations and support, as of July 13, 2017 we have raised and distributed $61,098.10 worth of cash and in-kind donations.....and the best part about it....we're just getting started!

(And yes, I do have a spreadsheet to keep track of all this fun stuff. Nerdy, I know!)  :)

Since the time I left for Honduras in October 2013, I have been doing the best I can to track every donation that has been made to the people of Honduras, Nepal, and the local refugees here in Milwaukee.

bet you can't guess which one is my sister....

Delivering donations to a small Honduran village

Everything you have donated, including that shirt that was hard for you to get rid of or your cabbage patch doll from when you were young, has been greatly appreciated.  Trust me! 

Your donations allow the refugees to shop for what they want

The proceeds from the sale of "Our Earthquake Experience" are continually being tracked and accounted for as well.  As of January 1, 2017 there are more than 193 books in the hands of humans (not aliens, just to clarify.)

Each kid got their own copy and proudly signed their autographs.  :)



I'm not sure who's cuter..... 



Autograph session!

The 1st Annual Milwaukee Run for Refugees was of course included and tracked as well....

What a bunch of good looking people!

The best thing about this dollar amount isn't the monetary amount itself. It's the number of people that we've been able to help and the smiles that have lit up the faces of many individuals from across the globe.

It's been absolutely amazing to see the generosity and kindness that comes from all of you.

On behalf of the people of Honduras, Nepal, and Milwaukee's newest Americans, THANK YOU!

1st Annual Mke Run for Refugees!

After the first inaugural Milwaukee Run4Refugees, here's what I've learned in preparation for next year.

I need a microphone. Apparently my voice isn't as loud as I think it is.

Can you hear me?!

We're not sure we can hear you, but we're ready to run!  :)

Next year we will be recruiting more beer drinkers and hot dog eaters....Core and I seem to now have a fridge of leftover hot dogs and Miller Lite #werenotcomplaining.  :)

Prayers for beautiful weather work...so thank you to everyone who prayed for great weather because we seriously could not have asked for a more perfect day. 

One of many good convos :)

Yes, Bill won his age group. Believe it people!  :)

Again, a big thank you to Katelyn and Matt Hutchison for the Thrivent Action Team they put together which enabled the event to take place. Honestly, I really don't know what we would have done without their help. #livegenerously  

notice the leftover beer...Core's gettin crazy!!!

The refugees who were in attendance loved the event and had nothing but great things to say about everyone who they spoke with and everyone who was there to support them.

Next year, I will hopefully have a way to transport more refugees! If you're interested in helping with this next year, please let me know ;) #ineedtobuyavan

Some of my favorite buddies. :)

To everyone, thank you so much for your support...whether that was a monetary donation because you weren't able to come, or if you registered and participated in the event....THANK YOU!

We had a total of 54 attendees including runners, walkers and even the kiddos! Some much faster than others!  ;) Missy Holschbach, I heard Patrick beat you?!

The total proceeds from the race totaled $1,110. Much more than I had originally anticipated so THANK YOU.

The proceeds will be used in various ways, including but not limited to:

• Refugees' airfare loans
• Necessary items as needed (there are many women who are currently pregnant so diapers and other baby items may be purchased).

1st Annual Group Pic....check out those flying babies!  :)

Oh and also a shout out to Josie Hau for providing the balloons for all the kids...seriously that was probably the best thing ever.

Hope to see you all next year...and please bring a friend....or 5!!!   :)