Common Good 2023 | Page 26

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION
MISSION Statement
Children ’ s Wishes is a Rhode Island-based organization committed to providing life-enhancing experiences to children facing significant medical challenges . Our Wish Granting approach involves the entire family to build lasting relationships along the way .
Background Founded in 2009 after the merger of a Massachusetts organization , Children ’ s Wishes has an amazing Wish Granting program and also provides ongoing support to families long after the Wish .
Brag Lines In 2017 , we expanded our Family Programming to include offerings for the entire family . From gatherings to a special surprise when someone isn ’ t feeling well , we ’ re there to support families in whatever way we can !
Pay it Forward Your contribution will help make dreams come true for kids who are facing the challenge of a lifetime ! By supporting our Wish Kids and their families , you too become part of our Wish Family .
Wish list
$ 25 Amazon gift cards for Wish Kid visits
● Books for Words for Wishes library
● Princess and superhero costumes for Brynn ’ s Closet
● Craft supplies for Crafty Kids activities
● Travel supplies and games for Wish Travel
● Cooking and baking supplies for Blake ’ s Kitchen chefs
● New and gently used golf clubs , bags and balls for our On Par Golf Academy
● Gift cards for our parents to give them a night out or a relaxing spa experience
● iPad donations for our Connect Fund
Children ’ s Wishes
2364 Post Rd ., Suite 200 Warwick , RI 02886 childrens-wishes . org
Mission Statement
Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England builds girls of courage , confidence , and character who make the world a better place .
Background Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world . Through our programs , Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges .
Brag Lines GSSNE serves over 3,700 youth members with the help of 2,300 volunteers .
Deliver free programming to 500 youth in traditionally underserved communities .
More then 800 Girl Scouts experienced the magic of summer camp at our two camp properties .
Pay it Forward Donate , volunteer or sponsor to support today ’ s Girl Scouts as they build leadership skills and realize their bright , bold futures .
Wish list Sponsor our events
Attend Cookies & Cocktails in March !
Volunteer your time and talents Purchase Girl Scout Cookies Donate at gssne . org / donate
Join our Alum Network gssne . org / alum
Upcoming Events Cookies & Cocktails March 7 Farm Fresh RI , Providence gssne . org / cookiesandcocktails
Girl Scout Cookie Season January through March gssne . org / cookies
Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England
500 Greenwich Ave . Warwick , RI 02886 401-331-4500 / 800-331-0149 gssne . org
82 RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY l JANUARY 2024