11/04/2024
Good Evening All,
Time seems to have flown by again and as an organization we always tell ourselves after every Christ Mas event that we are going to start fundraising sooner, we are going to be more prepared next year, but here we are in November just getting started.
I know it sounds like an excuse or like something we say every year, but the past 10 months have been extremely busy. Outside of working our normal full-time jobs, we have embarked on a new adventure in leading a ministry at our church, and we are still striving to be as involved in our children's lives as much as we can, especially since they are continuing to grow.
In addition, I don't think we were fully prepared for what it takes to be an official non-profit organization. It takes a lot not only to start a non-profit but to keep it, not only a lot of time, but a lot of money, and constant filings to stay in good standings with the state. Our hats are off to all the business owners who do it all year in and year out.
We started Christ Mas years ago because we wanted to celebrate the birth of Jesus by being the hands and feet of Jesus on Christmas morning. Jesus called us to serve those in need, the marginalized, the forgotten, and that is still what Christ Mas is all about.
Over the past few years God has always made a way for Christ Mas to happen, whether it was through the giving of items, money, or time from family, friends, or business organizations, He has always provided exactly what we need through your genorosity, and it honestly took us being obedient and willing to continue with whatever He provided.
All of that to say Christ Mas will be happening again this year, but Ricardo and I can't do it alone, we need items for the gift packages, we need money for the food, and we need your help Christmas morning to help hand out gifts, serve food, and pray for those who may be in need.
You can sign up to donate items using the link below, you can donate via Venmo, and you can message me or call me if you want to help serve this Christmas morning.
We can't wait to see how God moves this year!
Thank you all!
Ricardo and Monica Ramirez
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CAEAD2AA2FEC34-52988241-project