There are a couple of announcements to bring to your attention.  First, thank you to all who had a hand in our district service project with Sleep in Heavenly Peace.  Over 130 Rotarians, friends, and family members from 28 clubs near and far joined 20 core team members from Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build beds this past Saturday.  The event exceeded our wildest dreams.  

 

In total, we built 55 beds which will soon be provided to children in Jackson County.  We collected 80 brand new mattresses and 50 full sets of bed linens.  In addition, we raised over $20,000 so far from the generosity of clubs and individuals throughout District 6840, including Pascagoula. 

 

The real measure of our success is the impact on the lives of the children.  We may never know the difference we are making, but we can be assured that our labors for the day will result in a lifetime of promise and hope in the lives of children who just need a restful night's sleep to be able to focus on learning at school.

 

It's not too late to donate for anyone who wishes to make a contribution.  Please see Kevin Miller or me if you are interested.

 

In addition, we will have the opportunity to participate in bed deliveries starting in the coming weeks.  Please let Bernie O'Sullivan, Trudi Dixon, Jerica Hudson, Jennifer Garlich, or me know if you'd like to take part so we can put you in touch with our contacts at Sleep in Heavenly Peace.

 

 

Best and warmest regards,

 

Paul