Christmas 2007 ~ Kindness Means Safety First this Holiday Season

 

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Stop Toxic Toys - Do Something Today! More than 20 million toys have been recalled over the last six months. "Sign the Moms Rising Petition for Safer Toys."

No matter what the age of that special someone is or whether that 'one' has four leg's and fur, please do your homework first and check out Consumer Affairs.org before buying that perfect gift. Its the kindest thing you can do, to protect the one's you love and for the one's you may never have the pleasure of meeting. Clothing, jewelry and cosmetics need to be equally scrutenized, along with TOYS and other items. Even foods that may be part of your traditional giving, also need to be checked first.
Toxic Turkeys courtesy of the Wuhan Food Exportation Company, China.

The Hams are on their way for Christmas... So be on the alert for not only trashy trinkets but also for trashy manufactured food. I think I'd rather eat safe soup, thank you anyway.

The Federation of State PIRGs

LEAD EXPOSURE POSTER

Efforts to crack down on lead paint By Kevin G. Hall McClatchy Newspapers Posted on Tuesday, August 21, 2007

"In March 2006, a 4-year-old Minnesota boy died of lead poisoning after swallowing a metal charm that came with Reebok shoes. The charm was found to contain more than 90 percent lead."

Consumers Union Testing the lead test kits Posted by Don Mays at 10/24/07

Toy Recalls Site Map along with Other Recalls - Jewelry, Clothing, Miscellaneous from Lead Toy Recalls website


From New Orleans...
111th Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund campaign kicks off today and runs through Dec. 22, 2007

Stories By Valerie Faciane (she is truly an Angel)

Grandma struggles to raise 5 children 11/23/2007

Single mom wants to work, but cannot 11/26/2007

Mother of 10 can't afford any extras 11/25/2007

Valerie Faciane can be reached at vfaciane@timespicayune.com or (504)826-3325
There's still time to donate to the fund. Donations can be made as a memorial or in honor of a relative or friend and should be sent to: The Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund, 3800 Howard Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125.

110th TP Holiday Toy and Doll Fund Sunday, December 10, 2006

















The Goodfellows Fund
The Goodfellows Fund is the Star-Telegram’s holiday charity and was founded by Star-Telegram employees in 1912. Goodfellows provides clothing and shoes for underprivileged Tarrant County school-age children during the holiday season.

In the 2006 campaign, the generous Star-Telegram community raised enough funds to provide shoes and clothing to 12,859 children.


Check Out Katrina.com 2007
"If you are a victim of a disaster or need assistance getting back on your feet?"
OR...
"Does your friend or neighbor need a care package to lift their spirits or help them through a rough time?"

Adopt-A-Family campaign NO/AIDS Task Force
If you or anyone you know is interested in being a sponsor, please call (504) 821-2601 and ask for an intake. The program kicks off the beginning of each November.

MyTwoFrontTeeth
In 2003, ABC7 News did a fantastic piece! Happy holidays!

BLOGHER...
Safe toys for the holidays and all year round By: Nordette Sat 24 Nov 2007
Topics: Mommy & Family BlogHer Holiday Guide Christmas Hanukkah Kwanzaa



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Angel Tree is There When Mom or Dad Isn't
Angel Tree started 25 years ago.
Help Angel Tree is a ministry that reaches out to the children of inmates.

Agenda for Children
Agenda for Children
1720 St. Charles Avenue,
New Orleans, LA 70130
1-800-486-1712


FFLIC Families & Friends of Louisiana's Incarcerated Children
FFLIC New Orleans Office
1600 Oretha C. Haley Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70113
(504) 522-5437
(504) 522-5430 fax
Mission and Vision

We have united to demand that the systems that are supposed to help and care for our children, do their job and stop being a force of oppression against our families and our communities. We are FFLIC.

The New Orleans Kid Camera Project
Mission Statement
The New Orleans Kid Camera Project was created to address the psychological and emotional impacts of Hurricane Katrina on children returning home to New Orleans....
Reports from New Orleans

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From Katrina Networking Friday, November 23, 2007 "First - What friends, family and I are doing for some survivors: Help Katrina Survivors This Christmas
Now - do you want to help a family?

The following is a Wishing Tree of sorts

National Advocacy Organizations

Child Welfare League of America:

The Children's Defense Fund:

Connect for Kids:

Families USA:

Voices for America's Children (formerly the National Association of Child Advocates)

The National Association for the Education of Young Children:

National Black Child Development Institute

National Women's Law Center:

Adopt A Famly this Holiday Tuesday, December 04, 2007

Katrina Angels ~ Someone Needs You this Christmas 2007 Thursday, November 29, 2007

The Essence of New Orleans

Thinking About New Orleans

Don't forget about the furry family members...

Many of the families have pets too.

Safety First ~ Furry Babies Say "Don't Toy With Me" Either... Thursday, November 22, 2007

"Hi. I’m Johann. It’s important to me to help dogs who are less fortunate than I, especially those in shelters that need good homes." Pup Products: Looking for some green toys for your pup this holiday season? "We found some very nice organic plush toys" from Raise A Green Dog!
Consumers Union.org

Consumer Affairs.org

Save The Date January 16 – 21, 2008 - Martin Luther King Days of Service .